Martin Oliver Foster, age 66, of La Porte, passed away on December 1, 2013 at IU Health La Porte Hospital.
He was born on November 5, 1947 to Lloyd M. and Alice M. (Strong) Foster.
On January 7, 1991 he married Connee Lee (Galloway) Foster who survives. Also surviving are his son, Christopher (Angie) Foster of Williston, N.D.; step-daughter, Kelly Snyder of Rolling Prairie; grandchildren, Ben and Andrew Foster; several brothers, sisters, nieces, and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, and sister Debbie.
Martin worked at Trattoria Enzo in La Porte. He enjoyed walking, collecting baseball caps, watching John Wayne Movies and he had a passion for puzzles. He was very proud of his family and was considered a gentle giant to all.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held at 10 AM, on Friday, December 6, 2013 at Cutler Funeral Home and Cremation Center with Rev. Roger Ash officiating.
A time of visitation will be held from 9 AM until the time of the service on Friday and also from 4-7 PM on Thursday, December 5, 2013 at the funeral home. Burial will take place at Union Mills Cemetery.
Memorial Contributions may be directed to the family of Martin Foster, c/o Connee Lee Foster, 2900 Monroe St, La Porte, IN 46350.
Condolences may be shared with the family online at www.cutlerfuneralhome.com.