Rosa Lee Alexander Foster, 87, of Palatka, peacefully transitioned into eternal rest early Wednesday morning, July 22, 2020 at Haven Hospice Roberts Care Center, Palatka. A native of Union County, Raiford, Florida, she was the daughter of Emmitt Alexander and Lilla Mae Barnswell Alexander, born on Tuesday, November 8, 1932. Rosa was educated in the Union and Clay County FL School Districts. In 1954, she accepted Jesus Christ as her personal Savior. She was truly saved, sanctified and filled with the Holy Ghost. On April 12, 1954 she was united in marriage to the love of her life, Elder Lawson "Bud" Foster, Jr. Rosa and her husband, Elder Lawson Foster became members of Church of God by Faith. She was on the Mother's Board, Missionary Board, and served faithfully in the church. She was a member of the prayer teams in church and the community. Her home was always open to anyone in need. She was employed by Southland Provision and Georgia Pacific. She enjoyed fishing, sewing, baking, cooking, making cake decorations and being present with her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. Her favorite saying: "I'm not a business lady, I'm a busy lady." Affectionately referred to as "Aunt Neg" and "Uncle Bud," they faithfully upheld their marital vows for 66 wonderful years as her soulmate preceded her in eternal rest, 10 weeks ago on May 12, 2020.

In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in eternal rest by: son, Wayne C. Foster, Sr.; sisters, Genevieve Butler, Mattie Hathcock, Dorothy Sue George, and Marie Cherry; brothers, Joe, John Paul, Sam, and Dan Alexander.

She leaves to cherish her memories: daughter, Sandra S. (Melvin) Billingslea; sons, Elder John D. (Donna) Foster, Sr., Minister Aaron B. Foster, Joseph M. Foster, Reverend Warren E. (Elder Cynthia) Foster, Sr.; grandchildren, John D. (Beth) Foster, Jr. Tameka (Christopher) Felton, Johnathan Foster, Wayne Foster, Jr., Lynn D. Foster, Warren E. Foster, Jr., D'Juan Foster, Nikita L. (Jonathan) Brown, Shawn D. Foster, Brittney S. Foster, Alyssa (Jerome) Riley, Danielle Foster; sister-in-law, Marion Smith, Mattie (R.C.) Davis, Earline Alexander; brother-in-law, Gene Foster; numerous great grandchildren, especially, Jordon Foster; and a host of other loving relatives and numerous caring friends, including special nieces, Ruby Hall, Lilla Mae Herman-Ackel; special daughter, Shirley Proctor and family.

In compliance with CDC COVID-19 guidelines, the Foster family scheduled a limited, socially-distanced visitation from 4-6 p.m., on Saturday, July 25 at "Flagg's Chapel of Serenity." There will be a private service with interment in Oak Hill West Cemetery. A Legacy Memorial will be scheduled following the pandemic season.