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Obituary For Emma Jean Dodson Foster
Funeral service for Emma Foster, 89, of Auburn, AL, will be at 1:00 p.m., Thursday, October 15, 2026, at White Street Missionary Baptist Church, 535 Carlisle Drive, Auburn, AL, 36832 with interment in Westview Cemetery, 700 Westview Drive, Auburn, AL, 36832, Reverend Jamal Oliver will officiate.
Mrs. Foster passed away Sunday, October 11, 2026 at her home in Auburn, Alabama. She was born July 25, 1937, in Cartersville, Georgia.
Public viewing will be Wednesday, October 14, 2026, from 2:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. The family will receive friends from 5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. The Auburn Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. will conduct The Omega Omega Service beginning at 6:00 p.m. The Omega Omega Service is open to the members of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. and the public.
Mrs. Foster will lie in repose at the church one hour prior to the service.
She leaves to cherish her memory: her husband of 66 years, Ralph Foster of Auburn, AL; one daughter, Dr. RaEll Foster of Phenix City, AL; five sisters, Annette Canty of Cartersville, GA, Betty (Charles) Masten of Stafford, VA, Bertha (Steve) Paul of Phenix City, AL, Mae Helen Word Trice of Canton, GA and Gladwyn “Peggy” Dodson Davis of Columbus, GA; one brother, Phillip “Dooley” Dodson, of Cartersville, GA; one aunt, Vivian Dodson of Hamilton, GA; four devoted nieces, Lacey Seabrook of Jonesboro, GA, Paula Canty Cobb of Duluth, GA, Kelli Masten of Stafford, VA and Artrelle “Duchess” Williams of Atlanta, GA; a devoted nephew, Dr. Tharis Word of Cartersville, GA; four special ladies she considered as daughters, Vanessa Echols, Anita Pinnock both of Auburn, AL, Ternesa Campbell Cooper of Locust Grove, GA and Valerie Smith of Washington, DC; four caring and devoted godsons, Eugene Harris of Tallahassee, FL, Kenneth (Jessica) Samuel of Opelika, AL, Dr. Kent Smith of Omaha, NE and Garnet Paul of Newport News, VA; a goddaughter, Kristian Samuel of Atlanta, GA; a god-granddaughter, Aquarius Shawnta Card of Atlanta, GA; special friends, Mary Echols, Tish Chambliss, Veronica Jackson and Dr. Harriet Billups all of Auburn, AL; devoted caregivers, Gwendolyn Rea and Annie “Lisa Spinks” Dowdell both Auburn, AL; a dedicated domestic interior and exterior magician, Shirley Rowell of Auburn, AL; a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives, The Auburn Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., White Street Baptist Church family and many friends.
The family of Mrs. Emma Jean Dodson Foster acknowledges with grateful appreciation all acts of kindness, prayers, cards, telephone calls, flowers, and words of comfort extended to us during her extended illness and our time of bereavement. May God bless each of you.
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Paul Family planted 1 trees in memory of Emma Jean Dodson Foster . - October 15, 2026
Bert and Steve,
We send your our condolences on the loss of your Sister.
Keeping you and your family in our thoughts and prayers.
Love the Paul Family
Paul Family sent Blessings Bouquet for Emma Jean Dodson Foster - October 15, 2026
Bert and Steve,
We send your our condolences on the loss of your Sister.
Keeping you and your family in our thoughts and prayers.
Love the Paul Family
Rita and William Griffin sent Sweet Moments for Emma Jean Dodson Foster - October 15, 2026
Our love and sympathy to you. God bless you and the family. Love, Rita (Dodson) and William Griffin Rome, Georgia
Carl “Boo” Maddox sent Heartfelt Memories for Emma Jean Dodson Foster - October 14, 2026
I would like to express my deepest condolences to you and your Father, RaEll. May your mother rest in peace. Sincerely your friend, Carl "Boo" Maddox
Mrs. Johnnie Marie Williams sent Heavenly Heights Bouquet for Emma Jean Dodson Foster - October 14, 2026
Memories are the legacy of love. Hold on to your memories and the love you shared with Mrs. Emma Jean. Let them guide during this time. From, Mrs. Johnnie Marie Williams
Mia, Kelle and Stephen Masten sent Simply Elegant Spathiphyllum for Emma Jean Dodson Foster - October 13, 2026
In remembrance of our Aunt Jean. May you in eternal peace.
Sent with love, Mia, Kelle and Stephen Masten
Ashley and Chelsey Williams sent Red and White Handled Basket for Emma Jean Dodson Foster - October 13, 2026
Aunt Emma, you will forever be in our hearts. Thank you for your kindness, gentle spirit, and thoughtfulness. We love you! Ashley and Chelsey
So sorry for your loss
Sending sincere condolences to the family 🙏🏾🙏🏾
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RaEll, On behalf of the Zellars' family, we extend our deepest sympathy to you and your father during this difficult time. May the memories you created with your mother bring you solace in the days ahead.
So sorry for your loss. Praying for your family.
RaEll, I pray Gods strength and love during the loss of your Mother. David and I send our deepest condolences.
David and Kathryn Owens
The Zellars family extends our deepest and most heartfelt condolences during this time of sorrow. May God's peace, which surpasses all understanding, comfort and strengthen you, and may His perfect will guide and sustain you and your family in the days ahead.
Mrs. Jean as I always addressed her was a very proper and poised LADY that was always encouraging and working diligent in her affairs with sincere affection and always with a smile. Mr. Ralph and RaEll, reflect on the great times shared together. As Jesus called his friend Lazarus from the grave, it was a demonstration of what he is going to do in the vety near future for our love ones that have FALLEN ASLEEP in death. ACTS 24:15; JOHN 5:28,29; REV. 21:3-5 R.I.P. (RESURRECTION IN PARADISE)
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My condolences to the family of Mrs. Emma Foster. Co-worker- Tuskegee Job Corp Center-Tuskegee, AL
Peace of the Lord goes to Mr.Foster & Dr. Really Foster Class of 84 L'poka High
May the Lord keep you and the family wrapped in His loving arms, giving you peace and comfort.
Aunt Emma Jean was wonderful, soft spoken, always smiling when I would see her. She had a beautiful spirit and she would always make me feel welcome. Peace be with you. Love you, Janice October 14, 2026
In Loving Memory of Aunt Jean
My Aunt Jean literally saved my life, and for that, I will forever be grateful. She encouraged me to learn as much as possible and instilled in me the importance of working hard, both in the classroom and on the job. She taught me lessons that went far beyond books and work—lessons about perseverance, discipline, and the value of making the most of every opportunity.
Her impact on my life is immeasurable, and her influence will live on in the person I am and the person I continue to strive to become. I will carry her wisdom, her encouragement, and the love she showed me for the rest of my life.
Rest in peace, Aunt Jean. Thank you for believing in me, guiding me, and helping shape my life. You will forever hold a special place in my heart. Your love and legacy will never be forgotten. ❤️🙏🏾 Dr. Word
My Condolences and Prayers to the Foster family.
May the Lord comfort you during this difficult time.
Sending our condolences to the entire Foster family. We love you and will continue to pray with and for you during this time.
Mrs. Foster is a beautiful lady I have seen for years. I enjoyed Group Bible Study with her when I lived in Auburn. I send my warmest condolences to Mr. Foster, their daughter, loves ones , and friends.God will be with you to give comfort in the coming days.
Sending our sincere condolences to the Foster family. The Mosley Family
My deepest condolences
Will miss you friend. You , Betty and I had some wonderful times. Rest will until we meet on that great getting up morning!
Sending our condolences to The Foster Family. From QuaShanta Dorsey & Family
Extending my deepest sympathies to you and your family.
RIP Mrs. Foster....
Kenneth B. Keith
Our deepest sympathy to you Raell and Mr. Foster. .Mrs Foster will be missed. Praying for strength and comfort during difficult time. Love always, Reese & Ceola McCall and family.
Mrs. Foster you meant the world to me, always made me feel like I was your child. Get your rest. Love Anita
"My heartfelt condolences to you and your family. May you find comfort, strength, and peace during this difficult time. 💜."
Jacinta Johnson & Family
Mrs. Emma I've only knew you 4 months i enjoyed being one of the ladies ¹who had the pleasure of seeing about you daily. I'm going to miss you so much your laugh was contagious and your fiery side let me know that you meant business ☺️
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