James Stephen Foster, 75, of Fernandina Beach went home to be with the Lord on March 6, 2025 at Community Hospice, Warner Center in Fernandina. Jim leaves behind his wife of 44 years, Martha Ann Foster; sons, Steven Andrew Foster and Matthew Alan Foster (Karina); Grandchildren - Andrew William Foster (Mooresville, TN), Josalyn Marie Foster, Amber Nicole Foster & Amaury De La Cruz all of Fernandina Beach; his mother, Lora Louise Foster (Fernandina); his brother, William (Bill) Robert Foster (Jean); brother in laws, Kenny Miller, BJ Miller, Robert Miller and many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins.

He was born on May 3, 1949 in Leonardtown, MD to Lora Louise Hardman Foster and the late James Robert Foster. Upon graduation from high school, Jim attended Virginia Tech to pursue an associate’s degree in business and finance.

In 1967, while he was attending VT, his family relocated to Jacksonville, FL. Jim relocated as well and graduated from Jacksonville University with a Bachelor’s degree in Business/Finance. He also served in the Army National Guard. After various jobs, he began working for the United States Postal Service in 1976. There he met and fell in love with Martha Miller. Jim and Martha were married on February 15, 1981. They had two sons, Steven Andrew Foster and Matthew Alan Foster.

In 1994, Jim became the Postmaster of Fernandina Beach and moved the family here. As Postmaster, Jim worked to bring the new Post Office on Sadler Road, expanding operations for the rapidly growing community.

Jim was a faithful member of Amelia Baptist Church and an active member in the Nassau Gideons Camp as well as a Leader in Community Bible Study. Jim loved the Lord and his quiet spirit showed Jesus to others. He was also a member of the Optimist Club in Fernandina.

He enjoyed golfing, painting, gardening, traveling to the mountains of North Carolina, photography and spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren.

Celebration of Life will be held at 10:00 a.m. on April 12, 2025 at Amelia Baptist Church.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Pancreatic Cancer Research of your choice, Amelia Baptist Church, or the Nassau Gideons Camp.