Tyler Herbert Foster

He now reunites with his beloved wife, Ann Marie Bruno Foster, to whom he was happily married for 62 years. He leaves behind a small but blessed family – his two children, Tyler Thomas Foster, along with his wife Wendy (Attleboro MA); his daughter Lynne Foster and Robert A. Welsh III (West Barnstable MA); four grandchildren Tyler C. (Providence RI), Danielle (Barnstable MA), Jordan (Chicago IL) and Alexandra (West Barnstable MA). Tyler was the beloved brother of 10 siblings: George Foster and Esther Colby, of Cape Cod; Charles Foster of Burlington; as well as the late Annie Pigott, Evelyn Hopkins, Dorothy Russo, Mildred O’Neill, Bertha Foster, Reginald Foster and William Foster.

Tyler was born on April 11, 1930 in Boston MA and grew up in Somerville MA as one of 11 children born to Reginald and Bertha Foster. At the age of 17, he enlisted in the Marines Corp and served from 1947 to 1950, honorably discharged at the rank of Corporal. In 1952, he and Marie settled in Burlington MA, where he built his first home and raised his family. They remained in Burlington until 1984, when they moved to Hyannisport MA. Falling in love with the Cape, they later moved to Marstons Mills and then spent a few final years in West Yarmouth.

Tyler was a quiet yet determined individual, husband, and father. Having had a tough upbringing, he was dedicated to provide for his family to ensure that they would never endure his early life experiences. To that end, he certainly succeeded. He was a proud Marine, a successful builder, and an esteemed businessman.

His number one love was his wife, with whom he spent an amazing 62 years. He and Marie enjoyed traveling the country and world, family trips, and spending summers in New Hampshire and Maine, always wanting the best for his family and friends. From hosting reunions to waterskiing on Lake Thompson to the annual grandchildren’s Easter Egg Hunt, Tyler relished family time.

Another passion was designing and building homes … He was blessed to be one of those individuals who got to make a successful career from something they truly loved. To call him a “contractor” would be selling his craftsmanship and true passion short. He was an artisan. His love was in the detail of the woodwork, the staircases and the one of a kind cabinets.

Tyler’s success in homebuilding and neighborhood development ultimately resulted in respected real estate advisory and Board positions with East Cambridge Savings Bank. His service with the bank extended over 25 years.

Growing up in Boston, he was a big Red Sox fan, and then later was introduced to hockey and the ‘Big Bad Bruins.” He had the once in a life time opportunities to attend the 1967 World Series, spent a Spring Training with Red Sox legend Carl Yastremski, and had a front row seat to the 1970 Boston Bruins Stanley Cup Championship locker room celebration.

There will be visiting hours from 3-6PM Wednesday February 1, 2017 at Doane, Beal & Ames Funeral Home, 160 W. Main St. Hyannis, MA. A private, family ceremony and burial at the Massachusetts National Cemetery will take place at a future date. For directions, online condolences, and to read the full obituary please visit www.DoaneBealAmesHyannis.com.