Jay W. Foster

Funeral services for Jay W. Foster, 70, of Ogdensburg will be private. Mr. Foster died at his home, Monday morning, June 16th, 2025 surrounded by his loving family. Arrangements are under the direction of Frary Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Ogdensburg.

Jay W. Foster was born on May 2, 1955 in Gouverneur, NY. He was the son of the late William and Joyce (Peets) Foster. He was a 1973 graduate of Gouverneur High School. He went on to attend Canton ATC and SUNY Brockport. On May 9th, 1987 he married JoAnn Jenner in Antwerp, NY. He worked as a manager and bartender for the Mousetrap in Raymondville, Kelly's Tavern in Ogdensburg and Brannigan's Restaurant in Ogdensburg. He would go on to a career with the City of Ogdensburg Public Works Department, serving in several roles over the years, until his retirement.

He had a passion for fishing and hunting, as well as woodworking, gunsmithing, and creating European mounts. He dedicated time to volunteering with Wounded Warriors Outdoor Adventures and helping the kids at the St. Lawrence International Junior Carp Tournament. He cherished spending time with and helping his daughter with his beloved "grand chickens" and enjoyed hosting "Garage Therapy" sessions with his friends. Above all, he treasured the moments spent with his family and friends.

He was predeceased by his parents, William and Joyce Foster. He is survived by his wife, JoAnn Foster, his daughter Jevonnah Foster of Ogdensburg, his brothers; Clark (Barb) Foster of Plattsburgh, John Foster of Gouverneur, Stewart (Cheryl) Foster of Colchester, VT, Fred (Rosa) Foster of Gouverneur, Tim Foster of Atlanta, GA and Matthew Foster of Gouverneur; his sisters Jill Foster of Gouverneur and Wendy (Pat) Serguson of Massena; and many nieces and nephews and several great nieces and great nephews.

Donations in Jay's memory may be made to the St. Lawrence International Junior Carp Tournament 146 Sturtevant Rd. Colton, NY 13625, the Wounded Warrior Outdoor Adventures 669 Ruddy Road, Chase Mills, NY, 13621 or to the Richard W. Winter Cancer Center 5 Lyon Place Ogdensburg, NY 13669. Online condolences may be made at www.FraryFuneralHome.com.