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Joann Foster
On December 5th, 2025, Joann Foster passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family at Outer Banks Hospital in North Carolina. Joann was born on August 14th, 1959, in Alexandria, VA.
Joann will be lovingly remembered for the joy and laughter she brought into every room and for the deep, unwavering love she had for her family. She treasured her family’s love as one of life’s greatest and most precious gifts. Joann found happiness in the simple, beautiful moments, feeling the warmth of the sun from a beautiful umbrella’s shade, the sand beneath her feet, the rhythm of music, the freedom of dancing, and the loyal companionship of her beloved dog. Her spirit, warmth, and love will forever live on in the hearts of those who knew her.
She is survived by her siblings: Margie Jane Harold, John Robert Foster, Darlene Foster, and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Joann was predeceased by her father, John Byrd Foster, her mother, Betty Jane Foster, and her sister, Donna Jean Simmons.
A memorial service will be held on Saturday, December 20th, 2025, at 11:00 AM at the Victory Baptist Church (12650 Aden Road, Nokesville, Virginia 20181). A reception will be held at the church immediately following the service.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to Victory Baptist Church.
Gallop Funeral Services in Nags Head has been entrusted with the arrangements. Friends and loved ones are invited to share expressions of sympathy with the family, at gallopfuneralservices.com.
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I’m so sorry to learn of Joann’s passing. I enjoyed the time I worked with her at the Hatteras Medical Center. Prayers to the family.
My prayers are with Jo Ann family. She was a wonderful person and I have wonderful memories of her. Ron Laney
Margie, John, Darlene and family, We are so sorry for your loss. Please know you’re in our thoughts, our hearts, and prayers. Howdyshell Family
My condolences to the Foster family. I am so very sorry to hear about Joann. She was a very dear friend and will be truly missed. I pray that God will comfort the family during this difficult time.
I am so sorry for Joann's passing. She was so sweet, warm and caring. I will always have fond memories of the times we spent together. My condolences to each and everyone 🙏
May your memories bring you peace, comfort and strength. We are keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers.
So sorry to hear about the passing of Joann. My prayers and thoughts go out to the family. She was a dear lady. Thinking of you Darlene and praying for you all.
We grew up with the Foster's on 4th Street. They were our best friends & our partners in crime. We had so many good times. Joann always had that infectious laugh, Geeyah! Margie, John, Darlene and Wanda, I will be thinking of you all and sending love. Rest easy JoJo.
Rest in peace my friend, Joanne. It was my great pleasure to work with Joanne for several years. She was a fun and caring person. I know she will be missed by many friends and family. My prayers and thoughts are with her loved ones. ~Christine
I’m so sorry to learn of Joann’s passing. I enjoyed the time I worked with her at the Hatteras Medical Center. Prayers to the family.
My prayers are with Jo Ann family. She was a wonderful person and I have wonderful memories of her. Ron Laney
Margie, John, Darlene and family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Please know you’re in our thoughts, our hearts, and prayers.
Howdyshell Family
My condolences to the Foster family. I am so very sorry to hear about Joann. She was a very dear friend and will be truly missed. I pray that God will comfort the family during this difficult time.
I am so sorry for Joann’s passing. She was so sweet, warm and caring. I will always have fond memories of the times we spent together.
My condolences to each and everyone 🙏
May your memories bring you peace, comfort and strength.
We are keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers.
So sorry to hear about the passing of Joann. My prayers and thoughts go out to the family. She was a dear lady. Thinking of you Darlene and praying for you all.
We grew up with the Foster’s on 4th Street.
They were our best friends & our partners in crime. We had so many good times. Joann always had that infectious
laugh, Geeyah!
Margie, John, Darlene and Wanda, I will be thinking of you all and sending love.
Rest easy JoJo.
Rest in peace my friend, Joanne.
It was my great pleasure to work with Joanne for several years. She was a fun and caring person. I know she will be missed by many friends and family. My prayers and thoughts are with her loved ones. ~Christine