Rebecca Foster passes away after cancer battle

Gary Nelson | Senior staff writer gnelson@crossville-chronicle.com, Crossville Chronicle, Tenn.
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Apr. 24—Rebecca Foster, wife of Cumberland County Mayor Allen Foster and district director for 6th District Congressman John Rose, passed away Wednesday morning after her battle against cancer.

"Rest in peace my dear, sweet Rebecca. I've loved you since I was 19. You were truly the best," Allen Foster posted on his Facebook.

Congressman Rose released a statement Wednesday afternoon.

Rose's statement said, "I could not be more sorrowful in sharing that Rebecca Foster, district director for our team, passed away this morning as she was battling cancer.

"Rebecca knew each day and the good things in it are blessings from God. She kept cheerful faith throughout a painful health struggle. She was a light, full of life, and was a leader for our team. Her light will continue to shine through her husband, her two children, her very precious granddaughter, her parents, and many other friends and family.

"Glory be to God for Rebecca Foster who came into our lives and with her talents and vivacious spirit left us forever changed for the better."

Cumberland County Finance Director Jennifer Turner announced Rebecca's passing a few moments prior to the county's Financial Management Committee meeting at 8 a.m. Wednesday.

"I'm sorry I'm running late. Allen will not be here. Rebecca just passed away this morning," Turner said, as she choked back her tears.

Foster is chairman of the Financial Management Committee. Committee member Jack Davis, 5th District commissioner, filled in for Foster.

"It's a sad day here today," Davis said.

The county mayor's office released a statement at 9:30 a.m. Wednesday.

"It is with a very heavy heart that I share with you that Rebecca Foster passed away this morning. Please keep the mayor and his family in your prayers and respect their privacy at this time. The mayor's office will be closed today, April 24, 2024. We will update you on any possible services, and our office's plans, as soon as we know them," Torey LaMontagne of the county mayor's office said.

Services for Rebecca Foster will be held Saturday, April 27, at Oak Hill Baptist Church. Visitation will be from noon to 4 p.m. with the funeral service following at 4 p.m. Burial will immediately follow the service at Oak Hill Cemetery.

Notes of support and condolences to the family may be sent to 1020 Fred Ford Rd., Crossville, TN 38571.