Charles Leslie Foster Jr.

He was born January 3, 1942, in Boston, MA, the son of Charles L. Foster Sr. and Virginia (Kelsen) Foster. He was a 1959 graduate of Peterborough High School.

For several years he worked for the Peterborough Police Department, before going to work for the U.S. Postal Service. While working for the postal service, he developed strong relationships with many people in the community. After retirement, he went to work for SAU #1 as a bus driver for children with special needs; this brought him great joy and satisfaction.

Compassion, understanding and a wonderful sense of humor were just a few of his finest traits. His compassion was most evident in the love and devotion he had for his family and friends. Les was extremely proud of his children and grandchildren. He bonded to them very early in their lives and remained devoted to them always. He was there for his family in both happy and trying times. He was a lover of animals, particularly his chocolate lab Kate who was always by his side.

Survivors include his loving wife, Joyce Damon Foster of Keene, NH, and six children: Michael Foster of Texas, Mark Foster of Colorado, Matthew Foster and his wife Tina of Peterborough, NH, Mitchell Foster and his wife Kim of Texas, Christopher McMahon and fiancé Tia Belliveau of Hillsboro, NH., and Sarah McMahon and her fiancé Roger Bergeron of Marlborough, NH. Seven grandchildren: Mystie Swendsen, Christina McLaughlin and her husband Andrew, Matthew Foster II, Kelsey Foster and her fiancé Ryan Bounds, Kayla McMahon, Zachary McMahon, and Jonathan McMahon. He is also survived by his brother, Douglas Foster of Thailand, his sister-in-law Christine Newis and her husband Robert, his nephew Jonas Newis and several cousins, nieces, and nephews. He is predeceased by his brother, Bruce Foster.

A celebration of his life will be held on Friday, September 12, 2014, from 5 to 7pm at the Foley Funeral Home, 49 Court Street, Keene, NH. There will be a time of remembrance at 7pm.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the American Heart Association, Northeast Affiliate, 2 Wall St., Manchester, NH. 03101., or to a charity close to your heart