Charles E. Foster

Foster, Charles E. "Pap" or "Hoss", 76, Fishertown, formerly of Johnstown. Died August 18, 2011 at Windber Medical Center. Born Nov. 18, 1934, in Johnstown. Son of the late John R. and Catherine (Foust) Foster. Also preceded in death by step-mother, Vera Graham. Survived by wife Kathy (LaPorta) and "Angel" along with these children: John, Cresson; Michael, married to the former Vivian Key, CA; Beth Ann, wife of James Bish, Ohio; and Step-daughter, Kathy Jennings and companion, Carl Anderson, Jr., Belsano. Grandchildren: Broc Jennings and companion Bethany Furlong; Krystal Jennings and companion Brian Wolfe; Ian and other children of Beth Ann Bish. Graduate of Johnstown High School. Retired from Gautier Department, Johnstown Plant, Bethlehem Steel Corp. Also charter and school bus driver for Mcllwain Bus Lines for 45 years' service. He was an avid bowler with Sunday Night Mutts Bowling League, Junior Mechanics and Moose #48. Johnstown. Charles was a wonderful husband, father and grandfather who enjoyed attending and supporting all of his grandchildren's sporting evens. Friends received from 2-8pm Sunday and 9-10 am Monday, with 10 am Funeral Service at the Harris Funeral Home, 500 Cherry Lane, Richland with Rev. Thomas Budner, Officiating. Entombment at Richland Cemetery Mausoleum. (Online condolences may be posted at www.wharrisfuneralhome.com)