George Thomas Foster, 89, of Peru, Indiana, died at 11:08 pm, Wednesday, March 11, 2026, at his home. He was born on October 8, 1936, in Logansport, Indiana and was raised by his grandmother, Edith Wood.
George Thomas Foster married the love of his life, Karin Roller, on December 24, 1958, at Walton Christian Church in Walton, Indiana. A proud U.S. Navy veteran, George served four years and relished in his service to his country. After returning home, he built a long and dedicated career at General Tire in Wabash, retiring as a computer operator. He was a faithful member of Bachelor Creek Church of Christ and a man whose life centered around family, community, and simple joys. George rarely missed his grandchildren’s sporting events—you could always find him in the stands, especially on Friday nights at high school basketball games. A devoted Chicago Cubs and Indiana University basketball fan, he cheered with unwavering enthusiasm. He enjoyed bowling, tackling jigsaw puzzles the right way (never looking at the box), and playing games with a competitive spirit. Known for his humor, quick wit, and endless supply of sayings, George brought laughter wherever he went. He in his frugal and meticulous nature, collected coins and arranged them by date, and alongside his wife, was an active member of a euchre club. Above all, George was a family man—steadfast, loving, and present. His legacy lives on in the memories he created and the joy he shared..
He is survived by his loving wife, Karin Foster of Peru, three children: Tim (Beth MacConnell) Foster of Cocoa, Florida, Greg (Martha) Foster of Amboy, Indiana, and Karin Lynn (Kraig) Stanforth of Parker, Colorado; nine grandchildren: Michael (Sherri) Foster, Tabitha (Myron) Thompson, Serenity (Jordan) Neal, Gregory (Sarah) Foster, II, Brandon Foster, Jordon (Heather) Foster, Kaylee (Reid) Winegar, Maddie (Danno) Rude, and Travis (Audrey) Stanforth; 18 great-grandchildren, two great-great-grandchildren, and two half sisters. He was preceded in death by his parents, one great-granddaughter, two brothers, one sister, and one half brother.
Funeral services will be 12:00 pm, Monday, March 16, 2026, at Bachelor Creek Church of Christ, 2147 N. State Road 15, Wabash, with Ryan Keim officiating. Burial will be in Mount Hope Cemetery, Peru. Friends may call 10:00 am – 12:00 pm, Monday, at the church. Arrangements by Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Service, Wabash.
Preferred memorial is Bachelor Creek Church of Christ.
The memorial guest book for George may be signed at www.grandstaff-hentgen.com.
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