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Dr. Ruth Ann Foster Click for Condolences      Printable Version 1947 - 2006 Ruth Ann Foster, 59, passed away at her home in Hewitt, Texas, Thursday, September 28, 2006. Ruth Ann Foster, an Ashland, Kentucky native, was Associate Professor of Christian Scriptures at Baylor University’s George W. Truett Theological Seminary. She earned a Bachelor of Theology degree from Clear Creek Baptist College, Pineville, Kentucky in May 1978. She excelled academically and went on to earn the Master of Divinity degree in 1982 and the Doctor of Philosophy degree in New Testament Studies in 1989. She served as an adjunct instructor in the Department of Religion at Texas Christian University (1984-91) and then moved to become Minister of Education at Manor Baptist Church, San Antonio (1991-94). In 1994, she became one of the founding faculty members of George W. Truett Theological Seminary. She was involved in every aspect of the early development of Truett Seminary and was a beloved and effective teacher. She firmly believed that female students attending the seminary should be encouraged to explore their giftedness from God. She was held high in the highest esteem and admiration by her faculty colleagues at Truett Seminary. Dr. Foster is survived by her mother, Alice; a nephew, David Foster of Ashland, Kentucky and his wife, Annette; a great niece, Beth Foster; a great nephew, Jeremy Foster; a cousin, Connie Marshall and her husband, Roger and her life-long best friend, Jane Kerns and her husband, Ken of Lexington, Kentucky. She was preceded in death by her father, Charles "Todd" Foster and brother, David L. Foster. Mrs. Foster and her family wish to thank the people of Odyssey Health Care Hospice and the Truett Seminary family for their warm and untiring ministry during this difficult time. Graveside services will be held 11 AM Friday, October 6, 2006, at the Golden Oaks Memorial Gardens with the Rev. John Weaver officiating. There will be no visitation. Arrangements are under the direction of Steen Funeral Home-Central Ave. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Dr. Ruth Ann Foster George W. Truett Theological Seminary Endowed Scholarship Fund at Baylor University, Box 97026, Waco, Texas 76798-7026. Online condolence may be made to: www.steenfuneralhomes.com

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There are currently 5 condolences.

Sen. Walter Blevins Friday October 13, 2006 at 12:28 PM

My deepest sympathies to the family and friends. May God bless

P. Stephen Armstrong Tuesday October 10, 2006 at 4:37 PM

Mrs. Foster, My sister sent me the article about Ruth Ann's passing. I want you to know that I offer you my most sincere sympathy. I still remember our days together at Central Baptist. She always brightened any event just with her presence. Mother cherished your friendship and thought so very highly of Ruth Ann. I know that God will be your strength at this time of loss. Steve Armstrong Elizabethtown, KY

Brenda Thompson Justice Thursday October 5, 2006 at 1:04 PM

I am so sorry to hear about your loss. Ruthie and I had a lot of good times at church and in high school. I have many fond memories. Sincerely, Brenda Thompson Justice

Carolyn Hartman Sharp Thursday October 5, 2006 at 10:21 AM

Dear Mrs. Foster and family, You have my deepest sympathy on the passing of Ruth Ann. She blessed my life only briefly in the '70's. She was a dear friend to my friend and co-worker Karen Broughton. I met Ruth Ann through Karen and working at Diniaco's. I remember when she was taking Greek and came in and talked to Nick, she knew more Greek than he did!! She was so intelligent and always made me want to learn more and do the best I could at everything. I remember she liked strawberrys! Ruthie wanted dishes with strawberrys on them. I remember the struggles going to school in Pineville and the old Pontiac that kept breaking down on her. I also remember going to church with Ruthie and Karen at Central Baptist. She was a wonderful person. I have always thought about her. I am so happy to have been blessed with her passing through my life, she (& Karen) are people I will never forget. I desperately needed their influence in my life and they were both there at the exact time I needed them. I will keep them in my heart forever. Carolyn

Paula Gillem Wiseman Wednesday October 4, 2006 at 9:53 AM

I was saddened to hear of your loss. You have all held a very special place in my heart, and you will certainly be in our prayers in the coming days. May the God of all comfort be ever near you.

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