Robert Bob' Foster, Jr.

73, of Indianapolis, passed away on March 21, 2017. Bob was born July 16, 1943 in Butte, Montana to Robert J. Foster, Sr. and Elizabeth Hollis Lavelle. Bob, a retired U.S. Army Master Sargent (E-8) served during the Vietnam and Korean Wars and retired in 1981 after 20 years of service. He was awarded several medals during his career, including the Bronze Star Medal and the Department of Defense Meritorious Service Medal and Vietnam Service Medal.

Bob was an author, newspaper editor, radio and TV news anchorman, TV sportscaster and weathercaster for WTTV channel 4. He graduated from the University of New York. Bob was a dedicated Legionnaire and served as adjutant since 1985. At age 15, Bob met the love of his life, Mary Anne Casebeer. He enjoyed spending time with his family, camping in Montana, and tinkering with his radios. He is survived by his wife of more than 50 years, Mary Anne (Casebeer) Foster; son, Robert J. (Angela) Foster; and grandson, Ron Foster.

Visitation will be Saturday, March 25, 2017 from 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM at West Newton United Methodist Church located at 6843 Mendenhall Rd, Indianapolis, with service at 3:00 PM. Arrangements entrusted to Flanner and Buchanan – Decatur.