Mr. James Herbert Foster

Mr. James Herbert Foster, affectionately known as “Mr. Cool Man” or “Herb”. James passed away at Avista Nursing and Rehabilitation on October 1, 2024, with family by his side. James was born on October 2, 1931, in Foster Alabama to Arthur and Volina Foster. James went on to serve in the United States Army where he was Honorably Discharged in 1954. His family migrated to Michigan in 1955. He married Beulah Franklin in 1960 and she preceded him in death in 2005. James then started working for General Motors where he retired from in 1981. Shortly after moving to Saginaw. Michigan he joined Zion Missionary Baptist Church under the late Pastor Roosevelt Austin Sr., where he went on to become a faithful Trustee and Servant. James served on the Usher Board and was the Head Custodian of Zion Missionary Baptist Church for many years. Many people would often say that Zion’s lawn was well groomed and had the prettiest trimmed bushes in town. James was very compassionate and loved to serve the Lord and help others in his community. He loved to spend time with his daughter Krystle riding around town, going to breakfast and gossiping. James spent a lot of time with his godson, Kinante as well. He also had a big impact on his stepdaughter’s life. James loved to play cards with his many siblings every Friday. He was also very dedicated to his grandchildren and would often sit in his recliner chair with his grands gathered around him telling them stories about his life. giving them a glimpse into their family history. The kids would be fascinated with his many “old people stories” and his son-in-law, Zay often joked that James went to school with “Harriet Tubman”. James left behind many broken hearts with his departure. His memory will be cherished by his daughter, Krystle (Jose Mirelez); stepdaughter, Natanya Louis of Saginaw, Michigan; son (god-son), Kinante Foster of Ypsilanti, Michigan; seven grandchildren, Gabrielle Taylor, DeAndra Choice Jr, Jaylen Mirelez, Brooklynn Mirelez, Xzaiver Garcia, Izaiah Crawford and Amayiah Crawford, all of Saginaw, MI; one sister, Annie Lavendar of Saginaw, Michigan and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends including special friends, Sabre Winchester and his Berkeley Street Neighbors. He was preceded in death by his parents, Arthur & Volina Foster; wife, Beulah Foster, one son, Willie Foster; four sisters, Ruby Jennings, Clara-Bell Shepard, Rudell (Eddie Lee) UpChurch and Pearl (Gilbert) Douglass; three brothers, Arthur Foster, Franklin Foster and Calvin (Addie) Foster; many other family members who were endeared to his heart; included special niece, Debra and her lovely daughter, Kinyetta Foster; niece and nephew, Marcheeto Lavendar and Fredrick Foster. The family would like to express thanks to everyone that has kept us lifted up in prayer during this time of bereavement. Special Thanks to Natanya who is not only his stepdaughter, but cared for him as his nurse, American Home Health & Hospice; nurse Shaun and aide, Kara and Avista Nursing and Rehab. Funeral service will take place at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, October 17, 2024 at Evans & Browne's Funeral Home, 441 N. Jefferson Ave., Saginaw, MI 48607. Pastor Johnie F. Edwards, Sr. will officiate. Interment will take place in Great Lakes National Cemetery, G-4200 Belford Rd., Holly, MI 48442. Visitation will take place on Wednesday at the funeral home from 2:00 until 6:00 p.m.

Mr. James Herbert Foster

October 2, 1931 - October 1, 2024