It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved retired brother, Don Foster, on March 30, 2026.
Don began his career with American Airlines in 1988 as a dedicated Machinist and served with pride and skill until his retirement in 2009. He was a valued member of our community and will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege of working alongside him.
We kindly ask that you keep the Foster family in your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Thank you for standing together in remembrance of Don’s service, friendship, and the legacy he leaves behind.
Rest in peace, Brother Don.
Obituary for Don Foster
Donald “Don” Ray Foster was born on Sunday, December 21, 1947 to parents, Earl Denzil Foster and Clara Belle (Blankenship) Foster in Broken Arrow, Oklahoma. He left our world from Tulsa, Oklahoma on Monday, March 30, 2026 at the age of 78.
Don was a 1967 graduate of Broken Arrow High School. In those younger years, he was around horses and loved riding them. After graduation he joined the United States Army. Once back in the United States, he returned to Broken Arrow and built a steadfast career at American Airlines as a machinist and then really enjoyed his retirement.
Don had three sons. When they were young, he was very active in their participation with the Boy Scout Troops.
Always on the go, Don liked to stay busy. He was very talented at furniture restoration, something he thoroughly enjoyed. He was interested in farm equipment and had a unique collection. He was involved in the Late Great and Yester Years Car Club. Don was a member of the BA Senior Citizen Center and loved to gather and interact with his friends. Playing cards was one thing he had a good time participating in. He appreciated humor and had such a great ‘sense of humor’ all throughout his life. Don was constantly cracking jokes. Just a fun guy to be around. Another thing he was fond of was traveling with Frances and listening to music. Don will be greatly missed by family and friends!
Family to remember him,
Sons, Brady Foster of Haskell, Oklahoma
Michael Foster of Tulsa, Oklahoma
Earl Foster of Broken Arrow, Oklahoma
Grandchildren, Hannah Foster, Emma Foster, Josiah Standiford, Dylan Foster,
Shyann Grafton and Sean, Atlas Tayne, Liam James, Shelby foster
Sibling, Earlene (Foster) and James “Pete” E. Hash
Don was preceded in death by parents, Earl and Clara Foster and sibling, Loyd Foster.