Alice Ruth Foster, 86, passed away Wednesday, January 13, 2021, in Chattanooga.
She was born March 2, 1934, to Amy Madden in Chattanooga,Tennessee. She attended Howard High School and graduated in 1952. She was a member of Greater New Home Baptist Church. Alice was employed by Interstate Commerce in Washington, D.C. for a period of time. She later returned to Chattanooga to care for her ailing mother.
She was predeceased by her husband Earl B. Foster; her mother, Amy Madden; grandfather, John Rowe.
She leaves to cherish memories her sister, Mary Frances Branson, Colorado Springs, Colorado; niece, Michelle Swenson, Chandler, Arizona; numerous cousins and friends.
Our most sincere thanks and appreciation are expressed to the Greater New Home Baptist Church and congregation, Pastor Elder Spotts, and others for all of their love and support during these times of difficulty.
Public viewing will be held 2-6 p.m. on Thursday, January 28, 2021, at the funeral home.
A graveside service will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, January 29, 2021, at Chattanooga National Cemetery.
Arrangements are by John P. Franklin Funeral Home, 1101 Dodds Avenue, 423-622-9995.