Ronald K. "Ron" Foster
March 27, 2017
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Ronald “Ron” K. Foster passed away on Monday, March 27, 2017 at Unity Point Health Des Moines Methodist surrounded by his loving family after a courageous battle with Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML).
He was born on April 20, 1947 in Leon, Iowa to Chet and Katherine (Coon) Foster. Ron proudly served his country in the United States Air Force. He was a Des Moines Police Officer, retiring after 43 years of dedicated and loyal service. He married Phyllis Cronin Utsler on August 26, 1995. Ron was a member of Christ the King Catholic Church.
Ron is survived by his loving wife, Phyllis; children, Ron (Leattia) Foster, Rachel (Bill) Daniels, Chris Foster and Patrick (Victoria) Foster; step-daughters, Bridget (David) Castelluccio and Cindy (Randy) Ball; grandchildren, Hunter, Gabe, Michael, Annie, Kaye, Chase, Jacob, Sam, Emily, Janie, Alex and Ella; siblings, Jerry Foster and Kathy Dale; and a host of extended family and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents; first wife, Claudia (Dodds) Foster; and his grandson, Cole.
The family will greet friends from 4 to 7 p.m. with the Rosary recited at 7 p.m. Tuesday, April 4, 2017 at Hamilton’s Southtown Funeral Home, 5400 SW 9th Street. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, April 5th at Christ the King Catholic Church, 5711 SW 9th Street. Ron will be laid to rest with military honors at 2 p.m. at the Iowa Veterans Cemetery in Van Meter, Iowa.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Christ the King Catholic Church and John Stoddard Cancer Center.
The family would like to extend a special thank you to the Powell 3 staff and Dr. Heddinger as well as the staff at MOHA.
Condolences may be expressed at:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Ron and Anne Miller
03/30/2017
Phyllis, we will miss Ron's greeting at the door of Christ the King. You both made parishioners feel welcome in our house of worship. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
David Murillo
03/30/2017
I was Ronnie's Sergeant in Detectives for many years but if you think I supervised him think again. This guy needed NO supervision. He showed all of us how it's done and we were glad to have him in the Bureau. Superb police officer and even better human being. RIP Ronnie. I'm a better man for knowing you and working with you!
Jan Dodds
03/30/2017
Kids, Grama and I are so sorry for your loss.
Erin (Keller) Chandler
03/30/2017
My thoughts and prayers are with your family. I remember him being a remarkable Dad. My deepest condolences to all!
Jeff and Cindi Jones
03/30/2017
We are so sorry to hear this news. What a wonderful man Ron was...Prayers of comfort to the family...RIP sweet man
Robert Steiner
03/29/2017
Ron & family,
On behalf of the Navigation family I off our condolences for your loss. Our thoughts and prayer are with you and yours during these times.
Nancy Jausel
03/29/2017
May the passage of time ease the pain of your loss.
Amy "Hill" Wooton
03/29/2017
Rachel and family - I am so sorry for the loss of your dad. Thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. May memories of him bring you comfort.
Kristin williams
03/29/2017
Phyllis keeping you in my thoughts and prayers. I may not have known him a long time but from first meeting him he was a great guy.
Love kristin jerrad and xavyer
David Wicks
03/29/2017
Devan, Donavee, and I would like to extend our deepest sympathies to your family in this time of grief. Please let us know if there is anything we can do.
Linda Linderbaum
03/29/2017
Phyllis and Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Treasure and share the many wonderful memories of Ron. Stay strong!
Bonnie Matejski
03/28/2017
My thoughts and prayers to the family. A coach for the ages for what he did and gave to kids at Fort Des Moines. He was a great role model for my kids. My God hold you close and please watch over all of us. Thanks Ron and rest in peace.
Craig & Frances Hamilton
03/28/2017
Our condolences to the family. Ron and I were partners for eight years working in the Property Section of The Detective Bur. @ Des Moines Police Dept. Every day was a learning experience with Ron. His knowledge and perseverance was incredible. May you rest in peace my friend.