Rosmaree P. Foster Obituary in Spartanburg at J.W. Woodward Funeral Home

Obituary For Rosmaree P. Foster

Miss Rosmaree P. Foster was born on March 22, 1940, in Gaffney, South Carolina, to the late Mr. and Mrs. Rufus H. Foster, Sr. At an early age, Rosmaree accepted Christ as her Savior and she faithfully served Him until being called into the presence of the Lord. On the morning of Friday, November 25, 2022, God selected a beautiful rose from His garden. Rosmaree, affectionally known as Aunt Rosie, was reunited with her parents. It felt as though the world stood still briefly, and many relatives, friends, and acquaintances were in a state of shock, but God’s plans for Aunt Rosie were only beginning in a new realm. As the youngest of two older sisters, she did the talking when visiting homes. So God started training her early for her journey, and her parents and four other siblings were there to encourage her. Rosmaree skipped a grade in school and was valedictorian of the Class of 1957 at Granard High School. She was a South Carolina State College graduate, where she joined a dance troupe and became a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. She loved children. Rosmaree taught school in both Spartanburg and Gaffney, South Carolina and she obtained a Master of Arts degree from Atlanta University. She was also an artist and played the piano with The Rhythm Masters Jazz Band. Although Rosmaree did not have any biological sons or daughters, God blessed her with many children as she treated her nieces and nephews like they were her own. Baby-sitting, entertaining, and helping with homework, she became known as Aunt Rose. As an aunt, she always sought an opportunity to develop personal relationships with her nieces and nephews. She congratulated them and shared in the happiness of all their accomplishments. Rosmaree was one of God’s servants. Her faith in the Lord allowed her to work feverishly and serving on committees at Dunton Chapel United Methodist Church became very fulfilling for Aunt Rose. She served as the church historian, lay member to the Annual Conference, communications coordinator, and financial secretary. She worked diligently to organize many church announcements. In addition to being a teacher, Rosmaree worked with her mother at Foster Funeral Home and she was later devoted toward helping her older brother maintain the legacy of the family funeral home. She was loving and became the caregiver for her parents and younger brother. Rosmaree enjoyed traveling, reading the Bible, and talking about God. She was dedicated. We will miss her gospel Sunday morning radio program on WFGN. Many listeners were inspired when the Angelic Gospel Singers sang “Touch Me Lord Jesus.” That was one of God’s plans for her that started when she attended church and played games in the backyard, along with her siblings. Rosmaree absolutely loved family and was always welcoming. She, and her siblings, remained committed to carrying on the family tradition of hosting an annual gathering on the day after Christmas. She will truly always be dear to our hearts.

She was preceded in death by her parents Mr. and Mrs. Rufus H. Foster, Sr. and brothers, Dr. Rufus (Mildred) Foster, Jr. and Mr. Ellington Foster; sister, Mrs. Felicia (James) Davis; brothers-in-law, Reverend Donald J. Daniels, Sr. and Mr. Elijah Inabinette; and nephew, James Foster Davis.

Rosmaree leaves to cherish her memories, her brother, Dr. T. Littlejohn (Sandy) Foster of Charlotte, N.C.; and sisters, Mrs. Madelyn F. Daniels of Chattanooga, TN, and Mrs. Gloria Inabinette of Gaffney, S.C.; sister-in-law, Mrs. Thelma Foster of Gaffney, S.C.; and nieces, Ms. Felicia P. Davis, Mrs. Kitty Davis, Ms. Kathy Foster, Ms. Cindy Foster, Mrs. Kim Kim (Walter) Tobin, Mrs. Wendy Molina, Dr. Helena Tiller, Mrs. Gilda (Paul) Dockery; and nephews, Mr. Vincente (Netta) Foster, Mr. Donald Joe Daniels, Jr., Mr. Sean Daniels, Mr. John (Nicole) Daniels, Mr. Ray Inabinette, Mr. Tony Inabinette, Mr. Robert (Audrey) Littlejohn; great-nieces, Ms. Tyannia Foster, Ms. Briana Foster, Ms. Bianca Foster, Ms. Kianna Foster, Mrs. Jasiman (Howard) Mignott, Ms. Bishop Tobin, Ms. Nazzar Tillery, Ms. Gnomi Tillery, Ms. Gaia Tillery, Ms. Aubrey Daniels, Ms. Sydney Daniels, Ms. Jordyn Daniels, Ms. Chelsey Littlejohn, Ms. Joey Dockery; and great nephews, Mr. James Davis, Mr. Ayinde Best, Mr. Jack Tobin, Mr. Cardarryl Hampton, Mr. Carles Bell, Mr. Chase Daniels, Mr. Brandon White; and a host of great-great nieces, great-great nephews, other relatives, and dear friends.

To God be the Glory, and as she always said when ending a conversation, “I love you dearly.” Good night sweet sister, we love you dearly. Touch Me Lord Jesus.

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To the family of Rosmaree our sincere condolence for your loss. May you take comfort that she rest in peace. Georgia Ellis Bewayo and Patricia A Ellis

Prayers extended to the family. May God's love and strength be with you. Linda Smith and Family

FOR My Sister I Hide My Tears WHEN I SAY YOUR NAME, BUT THE PAIN IS STILL THE SAME. ALTHOUGH I SMILE AND SEEM CARE FREE, THERE IS NO ONE WHO MISSES YOU MORE THAN US
JANEEN BATES AND FAMILY EVANGELIST SYLVIA ADAMS AND FAMILY NANCY ADAMS AND FAMILY. SARAH DAVIDSON AND FAMILY LILLIE JEFFERIES AND FAMILY BRENDA MORGAN AND FAMILY JANIEMAE DAVIDSON AND FAMILY FLORA DAWKINS AND FAMILY LITTLEJOHN HANEY HOLMES JEFFRIES TATE WOOD DAVIDSON RODGERS DAWKINS DAVIS GRAHAM SMITH ADAMS MORGAN FAMILIES AND FRIENDS

For all of us you gave your Best Now the time has come for you to rest. So go in peace,you're earned your sleep, Your love in our hearts, well eternally keep. A Beautiful Poem For My Sister. Janeen Dennesia Ashley Bates Dequira And Ju Ju Trinity Bates Barbara Davidson and Kentrell Jones Grand Children's And Great Grand Baby Family And Friends

It is noted that all roses symbolize God's love at work in the world. White roses symbolize holiness, red symbolizes passion and sacrifice, yellow represents wisdom and joy, and pink roses symbolize gratitude and peace. To us, Aunt Rose represents God and all of these characteristics noted above. She is uniquely special. She lived a life dedicated and committed to the Lord, while encouraging His people. Aunt Rose has set the example for us to follow, to love God and love our neighbor, as she is a beautiful person with a loving heart.
She always welcomed us with hugs and kisses. She made sure we enjoyed every visit with shopping, movies, good food, sweet kool-aid, vists to see other relatives, discussions of the Bible, and so much more. She was always happy to see us come and sad to see us go. Aunt Rose was sure to let us know how proud she was of each of us. She truly loves her family!! Even with Covid precautions, she couldn't help but to meet us and love on us as she always did!!
The scriptures tell us that those that believe in the Lord, though they were dead, yet they LIVE. Just as our Savior Lives! Dear Family.... Although we will definitely miss our dear Aunt Rose and Gaffney will never be the same without her, our Heavenly Father's promises allow us to know that she will be there to give us one of her welcoming hugs and kisses on the other side. We love you very much Aunt Rose, until we meet Again. ❤️ Love, John, Nicole, and Family

I am shocked to learn of Rosmaree's demise. I met her and her lovely family many years ago when I worked in Spartanburg. She was a dear friend whom I will miss. We kept in contact by occasional phone calls. My sincere condolences to the Foster family. Gwendolyn F. Littlejohn

To The Foster Family: You all have my prayers for peace at this time of sorrow. I will truly miss talking to Rosmaree in Foodlion. It was always good to see her - we would hug and catch up on life since we'd last seen each other. I will truly miss her. Love you all Veronica Smith Camp

My dear cousin Rosemarre, I know we didn't see each other much because of you on the east coast and me on the west coast, but the few times I' ve been blessed to be with you were so wonderful. I will miss you greatly and your loving smile and heart full up of love (even enough love for me as well as Serena William's. We joked about this because Rose loved to watch Serena play tennis.) I am so thankful that my children got to finally meet you and the rest of the Littlejohns and that they got to the family reunion. We all love and cherish you and you will be in our hearts forever. Until we meet again in Gods house. Love, Debbie Littlejohn

To The Foster Family, we all are sending prayers for each and everyone of you. Rosmaree was a special person in all our lives.The sweet smile that she gave. May God Bless each and everyone of you. From Lisa ,Franklin, and Shelton Foster

TO THE FOSTER FAMILY!!! MS ROSMAREE WAS AN AWESOME, ENCOURAGING, LOVING WOMAN!! WE GOING TO MISS HER SOO MUCH BUT WE KNOW SHE IS IN A BETTER PLACE!! THE LOVE SHE SHOWED MY FAMILY AND GROUP WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN!! SHE WAS LOVED MY SON AJ!! SHE HELPED MADE ALL MY GOSPEL CELEBRATION A BIG SUCCESS BY ANNOUNCE AND PLAYING THE GROUPS I WAS BRINGING IN TO GAFFNEY SC!! WE LOVE YOU MS ROSMAREE AND TO THE FOSTER FAMILY KEEP GOD FIRST AND EVERYTHING WILL BE ALRIGHT!! LOVE ADAM LOGAN SR & FAMILY/ ADAM LOGAN SR & M.O.R

She was truly my Angel and my favorite teacher at any level. She believed I me and gave me the confidence needed to reach the level of success I am currently experiencing. She will truly be missed! Condolences to the family!

To the Family of Ms. Rosemarie, she was a very special sweet Lady. We had many conversations encouraging each other as caretakers of our beloved Mothers. Taking announcements by just for a minute but ended up sitting and just talking for almost hours. She was such a Loving Person. My family and I are going to miss her. You all have my Deepest sympathy and prayers. MAY God's Love continue to comfort and keep you. THE Helen Cunningham Family (Gaffney S C)

To the Foster family, Condolences and our deepest sympathies for the passing of cousin Rosemaree. I was fortunate enough to see and talk to her on our family ZOOM calls recently. She was a lovely person. She will always be in our hearts. Love,
Leon Jr.(aka... Lee), Alberthia and Kamal Littlejohn from Mount Vernon, New York.

Dear Auntie Rosemaree,
I am your relative from NY with Cousin Lee, my name is Teddy aka Rasheed. You will always be in my heart, prayers and thoughts. Rest in Power

Prayers Going Up For Sister Rosmaree Foster Family And Friends Wait On God He Will Renew Y'all Strength We All love And Miss You Lord It's In Your Hands. Janeen Dennesia Ashley Bates Trinity Bates Dequira Holmes & Ju Ju Barbara Davidson Kentrell Jones Grand CH And Great Grand Baby Davidson Bates Jeffries Holmes Dawkins Haney Davis Morgan Hemphill. Flora Dawkins And Family. Sarah Davidson And Family
Littlejohn Mitchem Manning Bridges Mogometery Howard Frazier Mints Clarence Corles Rodgers Reaves Smith Tate Evangelist Sylvia Adams And Family. Nancy Adams And Family Adams Stevenson Stone Wilson Ratchford Kirby Burris Wood Foster Clay Gist Hopper Snippy Petty Richardson Covington Camp Willis Hollis Jeter Bonner Graham Sizemore And Ellis Families And Friends

To the family of Ms. Rosmaree Foster our condolences goes out you all. Ms Foster was beautiful person with a loving and caring heart. She was a jewel and will surely be missed. Praying for you all.
The Hardy Family (Gaffney S.C)

To the Foster Family our heartfelt condolence to you all during this time of bereavement. Gaffney has definitely lost a beautiful voice heard every Sunday morning on 1180 WFGN as you hosted the Fosters Funeral Home Hour, on behalf of the Posey and Palmer Family we extend our heartfelt condolence to you all💞💞 Good night Miss. Rose

Aunt Rose is who I called you..because that's who your nephew Vincent's kids would call you around the Funeral home..When I received the phone call..it hurt me too my heart.. and to think you and I spoke on Tuesday night..not knowing this would be our last time talking...All I can say is..I truly thank God for our friendship..I will forever cherish the many conversations we shared..Gonna miss you dearly..But God had a plan and you were in it..until we meet again..I love you and the entire Foster family...Brenda Allen Carpenter & Family...(former employee of Foster Funeral Home) 🌹

Prayers for the family and loved ones, Ms. Rosemaree.. you will be missed.. we cherish you and all that you've been to the Gaffney community, Dunton UMC, and your 6th elementary students like myself at Luther Vaughn. You are priceless and will forever be remembered! Primes Woodruff, Franklin Woodruff, the Goodwin & Woodruff family.

Sister We All love And Miss You So So Much I Miss Talking To You Every Week. You Are Awesome Amazing Wonderful MARVELOUS Absolutely Beautiful Sweet Precious Adorable And Wonderful . Rest Easy. Love you Sister Janeen Dennesia Ashley Bates Dequira Holmes Ju Ju Kentrell Jones Grand Children's And Great Grand Baby. Bates Davidson Jeffries Mitchem Dawkins Littlejohn Haney Adams Ellis Rodgers Hemphill Tate Reaves Graham Richardson Holmes Smith Ratchford Rodriguez Hamilton Sullivan Jeter Bridges Mogometery Corles Howard Burris WOOD Dawkins Morgan Gist Buncanan Mayberry Clay Manning Frazier Fair Byers Davis Hopper Kirby And Petty Families

To the Family of Rosmaree: My heart was sadden to learn of the passing of Rosmaree. It was such a shock! I met her around 31 years ago. When she retired from the school district, I was her replacement for her class. Some years later, I worked for her brother Rufus at the funeral home. She was the same everything we came in contact. She enjoyed talking. She was a very sweet and dear person and friend. I will miss her! Old teachers never die, they simply just lose their class!May God bless each and every family member with strength to endure! Sincerely, Ricky Fernandez

We love you Aunt Rose! You were the best Aunt anyone could ask for! You were always there for me and my kids! Thank you!

You will be missed dearly!!

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

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