Mary Lee Foit

Mickey was born on October 11, 1932, in Columbus, Ohio, to W. Robert and Marion Rose Keller. She grew up surrounded by love alongside her two sisters, Barbara and Bette. A proud graduate of Canaan High School, Class of 1950, Mickey went on to attend Ohio State University and later Otterbein University.

Mickey met the love of her James M. Foit, the two were married in November of 1961 and shared 64 wonderful years together. They raised two daughters, Molly and Amy, who were the pride and joy of their lives.

Mickey was not only a devoted wife and loving mother, but also a hardworking and dedicated professional. She began her career as an administrative assistant at a nursing home, where she worked for six years. In 1979, Mickey and her family moved to St. Petersburg, Florida, where she served as a Supervisor at Neighborly Senior Services for over 20 years, retiring with a legacy of compassion and commitment to serving others.

Outside of work, Mickey had a vibrant personality and a warm heart. She was an avid fan of game shows—never missing an episode of Jeopardy! during Alex Trebek's tenure, or Wheel of Fortune. A true sports enthusiast, she loved cheering on the Tampa Bay Rays, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, and her beloved Ohio State Buckeyes.

Above all, Mickey treasured her family. Time spent with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren brought her the greatest joy.

Mickey is preceded in death by her parents, W. Robert and Marion Keller; her sisters, Barbara Wilson and Bette Lewis; and her beloved daughter, Molly A. Foit. She is survived by her devoted husband, James M. Foit; her daughter, Amy (Johnny) Walker; grandchildren Heather (Mike) Schillinger, Summer (John) Yandek, Sarah (Tyler) Heine, Noelle (Mike) Lepp, and Caitlin Walker; and great-grandchildren Brody, Brynn, Lincoln, and Hazyl.

A visitation and reception will be held on Tuesday, August 26, 2025, from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM at Sylvan Abbey Funeral Home, followed by a funeral service at 1:00 PM. Interment will take place immediately after at Sylvan Abbey Memorial Park.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Mickey’s memory to the St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

She will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered by all who knew her.