French & Rising Funeral Home
James J. Foster Jr., 71, of Goffstown, NH passed away peacefully on November 28, 2020 with his loving family by his side. He was born in Abington, Pennsylvania on March 30, 1949. He was the son of the late James J. Foster and Muriel C. Hannas Foster.
James completed his undergraduate studies in 1971 at Slippery Rock University and received a graduate degree in Social Work from Boston College in 1975. He was a leader in the Mental Health community of Manchester, NH for over 40 years as a Psychotherapist and owner of James J. Foster & Associates, LTD. His true gift was helping people, including training aspiring mental health professionals and, most importantly, helping clients with their individual needs. His legacy will carry on through the family practice.
His most cherished time was spent with his family. He loved outdoor adventure, traveling, trivia, cooking, home projects and hosting get togethers.
James was devoted to his family. He is survived by his loving wife Nancy L. Foster and his four children, Sarah Foster Smith of New Cumberland, PA, Megan Foster of Carlisle, PA, Taylor Foster of Nashua, NH, Lexi Foster of Goffstown, NH and two grandchildren Briana Barbagallo and Owen Barbagallo of New Cumberland, PA. He is also survived by his brother, Dr. Joseph Foster of Bala Cynwyd, PA and his sister, Susan M. Hoes of Pointe au Baril, Ontario, Canada.
Calling hours will be held on Saturday December 5th from 10am to 12pm at the French and Rising Funeral Home 17 South Mast Street Goffstown, NH 03045. A private graveside service will be held at a later date. For more information or to sign an online guestbook please visit www.frenchandrising.com
LINKS
Union Leader
http://www.unionleader.com
Memories
Gallery
Guestbook