Fernando Lee Foster

Fernando Lee Foster "Bushy" 50 years old of Sheepsprings, NM. Passed on October 3, 2026 at San Juan Regional Hospital.

Fernando was born in Shiprock, NM on January 31, 1976. After high school he joined the United States Marine Corps where he served 4 years and was honorably discharged. Soon after he attended Haskell university where he obtained an associate's degree in para-professional elementary education and a bachelor's degree in American Indian studies. Unfortunately he did not get to become a teacher. He became a caretaker for his father and grandmother until they passed. After their passing he worked with the Sheepsprings chapter house and was the commanding officer for the Sheepsprings veterans committee. He loved his community and his fellow veterans.

Fernando never married and did not have any children he is survived by his mother Alta Mae Tanner and his siblings Christopher, Patricia and Patrick Foster.

Many people knew Fernando as kind, heartwarming, and laid back. He was open-minded and was always available to lend a hand or open ear to his friends, family and even strangers. He was smart, funny and always put others' needs before his own. He will be truly missed.

Friends and family are invited to his graveside service in Sheepsprings, NM at the Foster family plot on November 14, 2026 at 10am. There will be a reception to follow at the Sheepsprings Chapter house at 1130am.