Traverse City Record-Eagle

November 4, 2009

Dr. Frederick B. Foust


GLEN ARBOR -- Dr. Frederick B. Foust, 86, a longtime resident of Plymouth and Glen Arbor, died Nov. 1, 2009.

He was the loving husband of 63 years to Joyce; proud father of Brian (Cathy), Craig (Denise) and Carol (Kelvin) Chen; beloved grandfather of David, Tiair Champlin, Jennifer (Jason) DeMink, and Kari (Stephen) Foust-Christensen; dear great-grandfather of Rina Champlin, Jace Champlin and Madeline DeMink.

Fred was always very active in the community by serving the following organizations: Plymouth Kiwanis Club, Plymouth Historical Museum, First Presbyterian Church-Ordained Elder, Glen Lake Association, Several Antique Car Clubs, Plymouth Community Schools Planning Commission, Plymouth Salvation Army, PTA, Little League, Boy Scouts, Delta Tau Delta Fraternity, Antique Boat Club, Michigan Dental Assoc., Crystal Downs Country Club, Model Train Club and Traverse City Child and Family Services.

Fred enjoyed all sports; he was an avid golfer for 75 years. He proudly served his country for two years in the U.S. Navy.

The family will gather with friends Friday, Nov. 6, from 4 to 7:30 p.m., with the Memorial Service at 7:30 p.m. at Vermeulen Funeral Home, 46401 W. Ann Arbor Rd. between Sheldon and Beck, Plymouth.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the First Presbyterian Church of Plymouth, 701 Church St., Plymouth, MI 48170; or Glen Lake Association, P.O. Box 551, Glen Arbor, MI 49636.

To share a memory, please visit vermeulenfuneralhome.com.


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