Joan A. Foster

April 8, 1939 - September 15, 2021

Joan Foster (nee Powers), 82, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 15.

Born and raised in Philadelphia, Joan graduated from West Catholic School for Girls and began working for Bell Telephone of Pennsylvania. She met her husband, John, at a USO dance. They married, had a family and eventually moved to Turnersville, New Jersey. Joan retired from Bell after 30 years of service. After retirement, she worked at Camden County College and enjoyed helping people through volunteer work. She didn’t travel much but when she did, she enjoyed day trips to the New Jersey Shore and vacationing in Ocean City, Maryland.

Joan is survived by her daughter, Donna Rubba (Michael); son John Foster, Jr. (Amy); grandchildren Kathleen Foster and Amanda Foster; sister Patricia Goslin (Joseph); nephew Michael Goslin (Kimberly); niece Maureen Augustine (Bruce); and her faithful companion, Kiera.

Joan’s life will be honored and remembered privately by her family.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Joan’s memory may be made to Samaritan Hospice, Samaritan Gift Processing Center, P.O. Box 71425, Philadelphia, PA 19176-1425 or an animal welfare organization of the donor’s choice.

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Joan Foster (nee Powers), 82, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 15. Born and raised in Philadelphia, Joan graduated from West Catholic School for Girls and began working for Bell Telephone of Pennsylvania. She met her husband, John, at a USO dance. They married, had a family and eventually moved to Turnersville, New Jersey. JoanContinue Reading

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Donna, this is Joan Wildsmith. I tried to call your mom on her phone, but to my upsetment by checking Goggle, was able to see that she passed away. I am so sorry for you and John. She loved you so much. You are in my prayers. Please tell Patsy I'm thinking about her. Love to you all. My phone number is 215 643 1483.

My deepest sympathy to the Foster family on the passing of their dear Mother Joan Foster. Joan and I had become friends when I moved to Whitman Square in 1985 and then began taking the “Van” to and from work for many years. Joan was such a sweet lady with a great personality. I loved sitting with Joan and chatting all the way home. Sometime in late August, I stopped to see Joan at her house. She looked great! I’m so happy I stopped to see Joan. God Bless you. RiP dear Joan. ❤️

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