P.O. Box 506, 943 Highway 425 North, Monticello, AR71655

Jay Houston Foster
October 28, 1983 - October 2, 2023

Jay Houston Foster

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Jay Houston Foster, age 39, of Monticello, Arkansas passed away Monday, October 2, 2023, surrounded by his family at his home. He was born October 28, 1983, in Hot Springs, AR to Julia Estelle Burks Foster and Phillip Ray Foster. Jay worked for Mr. Bug for many years. He was a graduate of Drew Central High School. He loved to do anything outdoors including fishing and horseback riding. He was also an avid hunter, especially when it came to hunting wild hogs. He was a Razorback fan even when they weren't doing their best. But most of all he loved his kids. They were his whole world and he made sure they always had what they needed.

Jay is preceded in death by his grandparents, Sgt. Maj. Clifford Martin Burks, Sr. and Julia Pauline Burks; and his uncle, Clifford Martin Burks, Jr.

He is survived by his children, Luke Huston Foster and Jaycie Nicole Foster; wife, Jamie Eason Foster; mother, Julia Foster; brother, Christopher Cody Foster and wife Susana; niece, Sophia Foster; uncle, Carl Burks and wife Debbie; two aunts, Paulette Burks and Deanie Coslin; cousins, Juddy Burks and wife Sharon and Gabe Burks and wife Chassity; sister-in-law, Stefani Eason; brother-in-law Cody Eason, best friend, Michael Cunningham, whom the family would like to give a special thanks for all his help to Jay; as well as a host of cousins, family, and friends.

A visitation to share your favorite memories of Jay will be held Monday, October 9, 2023, from 5:00-7:00 p.m. in the Stephenson-Dearman Funeral Chapel. A private burial will be held in Union Ridge Cemetery.

You can sign Jay's guestbook here on his page.

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Visitation
Visitaion with Memories
Monday, October 9, 2023
from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m.
Stephenson-Dearman Funeral Home
943 Highway 425 North
Monticello, AR  71655
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Interment
Union Ridge Cemetery
Midway Rt Rd
Monticello, AR  71655
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Condolences(9)

  1. Sharon George
    Sending prayers for family. Jay always was smiling and always talking about his little family . And about his critters. May God comfort you .
  2. Billy Pierce
    Great friend. You will be missed buddy.
  3. Esther Burton
    Jay was such a nice and kind man. Sorry for your loss.
  4. Peggy Jeter
    We are so sorry to hear of Jay’s passing. Hard to believe he and John left us within a 12 hour period. They both made a heroic effort to stay with their families these last years. Hope they got their wings together too. Love and prayers for you all.
  5. David McDaniel
    I was so struck to hear of Jay's passing. he was one of my favorites to coach. always well mannered. great smile. Great kid. I had run in to him at one of the convenance stores, was good to catch up with him and what he had been doing. So sorry to hear of your loss. you raised him well. May God bless and give you and your family comfort.
  6. The Henry’s
    Our thoughts and prayers are with the family during this very difficult time.
  7. Renee Binns
    Jay spent many nights at my house with my son. He always had a smile on his face. Prayers for his children and family.
  8. Amelia Killingworth
    My heart broke when I was told that Jay had passed away. He was such a kind and gentle man, who loved his family. When my husband was battling cancer, Jay would stop by and encourage him to keep fighting, never speaking of his own battle. I can not express the love our family had for him. Fly high Jay. You and Terry fish and hunt those heavenly fields and streams.
  9. Karen Pierce
    I am so sorry for your loss. He fought a great fight. He always had a smile on his face. He was a great friend to my son BJ & he was always there when I needed a hand. He will be greatly missed.

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