James Houston

Foster

James Houston Foster was born August 10, 1944, to Frank and Elvie (Smith) Foster in Petty, Texas. He passed from this life Sunday, November 8, 2026.

He had an older brother Raymond. They were the best of friends. There was always laughter when they were together. James liked to brag that he was one day old when he got fed the juice from red beans.

He worked hard his whole life. He ran a paper route through Honey Grove, Texas. By age 14 he was able to secure his family a home in Honey Grove.

He graduated from Honey Grove High School and later from East Texas State University with a Bachelor of Science degree. He enlisted in the army and served in Vietnam. It was a time in his life that affected him mentally for the rest of his life.

James married Nettie Lee Winchester on December 14,1969. Together they raised 3 children, Kenny, Janet, and Jason. He worked at Texas Instruments in Quality Assurance, retiring after 36 years of service.

James never met a stranger, and he always had a story to share.

Those who preceded him in death are his parents, and his brother, Raymond Foster.

He is survived by his wife; Nettie Foster of Sadler, TX, sons; Kenny Foster and wife, Pam, of Fort Worth, TX, Jason Foster of Anna, TX, daughter; Janet Robertson and husband, Roger, of Sherman, TX, 5 grandchildren, and 5 great-grandchildren.

A graveside service with military honors will be held at 2:00 pm, Wednesday, November 11, 2026, at Allison Cemetery, with Steve McMillan officiating.

Honorary pallbearers will be Jason Foster, Kenny Foster, Conner Crosley, Lucas Robertson, Seth Robertson, Roger Robertson, James A. Foster.

Online condolences may be made at www.waldofuneralhome.com .