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Dorothy Foster

Passed 04/19/2024

Obituary For Dorothy Foster

Dorothy Mae Wilkins Foster,
affectionately know as Dot was born on
May 3,1963 in Spartanburg. She
transitioned on April 19,2024. She was
the daughter of the late June Lipscomb
and the late Evelyn “EB” Wilkins.


She began her Christian journey at
New Pilgrim Baptist Church. She
continued her journey at New Hope
Baptist Church and then to Calvary
Redemption Center


Dorothy attended public schools in
Spartanburg SC. She served the
community by working at Long John
Silvers, The Marriott Hotel Group,
Bojangles, Sodexo, and her own
Janitorial Services.


She is survived by her husband,
Ronnie Foster; two sons, Towan
Wilkins and Roosevelt Bobo of
Spartanburg; one daughter, Rosalyn
(Micial) Bobo-Sullivan of Boiling
Springs; two adopted children, Cortez
Copeland and Katherine Walker, three
brothers, Tommy L Glover and Lienall
Wilkins of Spartanburg, Marshall
Wilkins of Columbia one sister, Thelma
(Paul) Littlejohn; grandkids and a host
of family members.


She was preceded by three brother
Johnhorse Wilkins, Leonard Wilikins,

Funeral Services will be held on Saturday, April 27, 2024 at 2:00 p.m. at The John Stinson Woodward Memorial Chapel, 602 Howard St., Spartanburg, SC. Burial will be in the New Pilgrim Baptist Church Cemetery, Campobello, SC.



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Melissa Keller sent Simply Elegant Spathiphyllum for Dorothy Foster - April 24, 2024

With our deepest sympathy.

Mike & Melissa Keller

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Our thoughts and prayers will be with you all. We know personally how difficult it will be for you all on with Mother's Day fast approaching but this scripture will give you all the strength you will need to make it through. "God is our refuge and strength a very present help in time of trouble." Psalm 46:1 Hold on and the Father will carry you through it all. Daisy Copeland Jackson Family

My Condolences to the family of Dorothy. Sandra Shell

Rosalyn and family thoughts and prayers of sympathy during this difficult time of loss. Ella, Jennifer and Kennedy Spears

Rosilyn, Tommy and I are so sorry for your loss of your mother. We will continue to keep you and your entire family in our prayers.

Tommy and Frances Richardson

My sincere condolences to the family of Mrs. Dorothy Foster. Rev's Horace & Barbara Wilson

I am truly sorry for your loss to Twan and Rosilyn, Mrs. Dot was a good person and she will truly be missed! Love Quita Shell

My dear friend Dorothy, to her family & friends,

Dorothy & I had a friendship that extended about 20 years when she & Ronnie adopted Cortez & Kathrine. Dorothy loved being a Mother & wife. She loved big & u knew she loved you. She was a very good friend & I pray for peace for her family & friends as they morn the kids of this very beautiful lady.... I love u Dorothy & I am thankful for our friendship

Praying for family of Dorothy foster. Condolences to all. Dorothy and I worked together side by side at the Marriott Hotel in Spartanburg. A beautiful person she was. Rest in peace , a dear friend with a beautiful smile. Theresa Jackson Miller/Daniel and family.

I am deeply saddened by the loss of Dorothy and share in your sorrow. May God offer you comfort and peace during this difficult time. Dr. Betty Hines (Carolyn Ashes' sister).

Sister Dorthy will be missed tremendously. I am blessed to have been apart of her journey through this life the past 25 years. Praying for the family, that the peace of God will comfort your hearts..Love Jamila

May God grant the family strength and peace during this time of loss. I am so sorry for your loss and offer my heartfelt condolences. Dr. Betty J. Hines (Carolyn Ashe's sister)

Praying for the family we all grew up together 6

Sincere prayers and condolences to all of you in the loss of your loved one. May the Holy Spirit comfort and keep you at peace during this time. Pastor Eddie and Marilyn Parks

your niece is my best friend and she's a wonderful person I'm proud of her and I know you'll be proud of her please watch over her and give her a little guidance. Rest in Peace

Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

J.W. Woodward Funeral Home | Spartanburg, SC

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