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Obituary for Jimmie Foster: A Legacy of Service and Community in Northwest Florida
Obituary for Jimmie FosterJimmie Foster, born November 4, 1941, in Brewton, Alabama, to Clyde and Rosalee Foster, passed away on July 25, 2026. A man defined by courage, hard work, and devotion to family, Jimmie lived a life marked by…
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- Jimmie Foster served in the U.S. Air Force and was recognized for bravery.
- He built a successful construction business and contributed to local development.
- A funeral service will take place on July 29, 2026, at Lewis Funeral Home Milton Chapel.
Jimmie Foster, a dedicated member of the Northwest Florida community, passed away on July 25, 2026, at the age of 84. Born on November 4, 1941, in Brewton, Alabama, he was the son of Clyde and Rosalee Foster.
After graduating from Milton High School, Jimmie honorably served in the United States Air Force, where he was recognized for his extraordinary bravery. One notable act of courage involved Jimmie extinguishing an aircraft fire, demonstrating his selfless commitment to his fellow service members.
Following his military service, Jimmie established a successful construction business, notably building the first motel off Interstate 10 in Santa Rosa County. Alongside his late wife, Sue, he managed multiple rental properties, contributing to the local community’s growth and development.
Jimmie had a passion for classic cars, particularly Corvettes, and enjoyed traveling to Tennessee and along the southeastern coast of Florida. His life was characterized by adventure and a love for craftsmanship.
He is survived by his daughter, Lisa Thorpe, sons Dirk (Maria) and Travis, and grandchildren Kelly, Angie, Tabitha, Cole, Logan, and Deanna. He also leaves behind his brother Gay, sister Carolyn, and many nieces, nephews, and great-grandchildren.
The family expresses deep gratitude to Emerald Coast Hospice and Jimmie’s personal nurse, Rosanna, and caretaker, Anna, for their compassionate care.
A funeral service is scheduled for Wednesday, July 29, 2026, at Lewis Funeral Home Milton Chapel, located at 6405 Highway 90 West, Milton, Florida 32570. Visitation will be from 10:30 to 11:00 am, followed by the service at 11:00 am. Interment will take place at Serenity Gardens.
This article was produced with the assistance of AI and reviewed by our editorial team.
Based on reporting originally published by Lewis Funeral Homes (Milton/Pace/Navarre). Read the original story.
