Thomas J. Foust's Obituary
Thomas James Foust, age 67, took the loving hand of Jesus and entered into his eternal home on Monday, December 16, 2024. Tom was born in Chula Vista, CA, on March 14, 1957, to Robert and Patricia (King) Foust. On June 30, 1977, he married the love of his life, Sylvia Joyce Clark, and the two of them shared more than 47 wonderful years, building a life and family together. From an early age, Tom knew who he was and what he wanted to do. He loved welding and worked as a pipeline welder for most of his life. He was an amazing metal fabricator, a true craftsman. Tom was also a handyman; able to tackle any project, large or small. He loved sharing his knowledge and was happy to help anyone who asked. He cherished his family and enjoyed traveling to visit them around the country. He loved riding his Harley Davidson and never turned down a bowl of ice cream. Tom was a strong, quiet man of great faith. Above all, he wanted his family and friends to know and follow Jesus.
Tom will be lovingly remembered by his wife Sylvia; two daughters: Sarah (Aaron) Sprague and Erika (Jeremy) Bengry; five grandchildren: Liam and Emilia Sprague, and Olivia, Douglas, and Thomas Bengry; father, Robert Foust; two siblings: Beth (Phil) Smith and Phillip Foust; aunt, Cathy Beck; uncle, Joe King; and many extended family members. He was preceded in death by his mother, Patricia Foust, and two siblings, Cheryl Foust and Bobby Foust.
Visitation for Tom will be held on Sunday, December 22, from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM at The Ravenna Chapel of Sytsema Funeral & Cremation Services, 3570 Thomas St, Ravenna, MI, 49451. The funeral is scheduled for 11:00 AM on Monday, December 23, 2024, at Ravenna Baptist Church, 3186 Blackmer Rd, Ravenna, MI 49451, with visitation taking place an hour prior. There will be a luncheon following the service. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made out to the Ravenna Baptist Church Benevolent Fund. Please sign the family’s online guestbook and share memories at sytsemafh.com.
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