Angela Kelli Foster - Searles
October 19, 1959 ~ August 12, 2023
Angela “Kelli” Foster – Searles, 63 of Indianapolis, passed away Saturday August 12 surrounded by her loving family after a hard fought battle with illness.
Kelli was born on October 19, 1959, in Indianapolis to Clyde and Anna (Uljans) Foster. She was a 1978 graduate of Warren Central HS and a 1982 graduate of Ball State University with degrees in Journalism and Psychology. She began her career as a reporter and then editor with both the Zionsville Times and the Indiana Business Journal. She then began work for the Center for Hip and Knee Surgery in Mooresville, IN and rose to become Director of Marketing for Kendrick Memorial Hospital, which later became part of Franciscan Healthcare. Kelli excelled in her vocation there for 35 years and rose up the ranks to become Vice President of Marketing and Communications for Franciscan Health Indianapolis.
Kelli had a passion for animals and rescued and fostered countless cats, dogs, and even raccoons and ferrets. She loved everything outdoors including bird watching and gardening. She also enjoyed traveling, art, antiquing, and celebrating her mother’s native Latvian culture.
Kelli ’s biggest passion was her family and is survived by children Aaron Searles, Samantha Searles, brother, Mark (Jill) Foster , step mother Ellen Foster, and her husband of 30 years, Mark Searles. Kelli was preceded in death by her parents Clyde Emerson Foster, Jr., and Anna Uljans Foster. She will be greatly missed.
A memorial gathering for Kelli will be on Thursday, August 17, 2023 with visitation from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM and a Celebration of Life service to begin at 6:00 PM. This will take place at O’Riley Branson Funeral Service and Crematory, 6107 S. East Street, Indianapolis, Indiana 46227.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Indianapolis Humane Society.
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Goodbye dearest friend, Kelli. Your courage, faith and decency shall forever be remembered. Your spirit now soars.
Our deepest condolences to the Searles Family.
— Joe and Robyn Stuteville
Kelli we were sisters in another life. We became good friends so quick and so easy. We weren’t just work family we were true blue family. I am so thankful I was part of your family during the toughest of times. I’m extra thankful I got to tell you goodbye and I know without a doubt you’ll be the best guardian angel I could ever ask for. Will love you forever my wonderful and dearest friend ❤️
Chris John foster has purchased Beautiful in Blue for Angela Foster – Searles
Kelli and I were in FLEP together for 2 years. It was a pleasure and privilege getting to know her. Needless to say, her project presentations were always the best! Kelli will be missed. May she rest in peace as God embraces her is His arms.
My sincere condolences to Kelli’s family.
Warm regards,
Cheryl Champoux, Franciscan Alliance Human Resources- FPN Division
Until we meet again my dear friend may you be enveloped in the Father’s presence. You are dearly missed by all.
Prayers to all your family and sorry for your loss.
Much love and prayer in Christ Jesus our Lord,
Sister Veronica Lopez, OSF
Kelli was always the most wonderful coworker and person to be around. Her energy and spirit were contagious, and I always enjoyed being in her presence. My condolences to her family-I hope you can find some peace sharing the wonderful memories of her life. Kelli will be greatly missed.
Kelli hired me for my first job at Franciscan in 2012 as part of the marketing staff. During my interview, she spoke to me about her career in health care and her advancement over the years. I left that interview with great admiration for her drive and commitment both to the field of marketing but also this health care ministry. Kelli was always so professional, creative and focused. During my own battle with cancer, she was so supportive and reached out to me even after I’d left Franciscan. (I’m now back in Franciscan marketing and was glad to reconnect with her again.) I’ll always remember her as a big part of my career journey and an influential figure in my life. I’m thankful I had the opportunity to know her. To Kelli’s family, you will continue to be in my prayers. May God give you peace and comfort in the coming weeks and months. She will be greatly missed.
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It was my great pleasure to know and work alongside Kelli for 20+ years. We shared many experiences during that time and I always appreciated Kelli’s caring spirit and her passion for getting things done well. A high point was our time together in FLEP and the trip to Rome & Assisi. Kelli, may your spirit be unburdened from the cares of this world and united in peace with Christ our Savior.
So sad to hear of Kelli’s passing. A very kind and thoughtful person.
It was an honor to work with Kelli, the passion she had for growing the Franciscan Mission was something very visible when you worked with her and will not be forgotten. My deepest condolences for your loss, may Gods love carry you though these times until you are all together again in His loving arms.
I’ve known Kelli since our days at Kendrick. She was such a caring person and had a soft spot for the Mooresville hospital. She and Lee Ann Logan championed getting our beautiful Christmas tree and ornaments for display here each Christmas. I think of them each year when we put the tree up. This year I will get a special angel ornament in memory of Kelli. Kelli will be missed. Prayers are with the family at this time.
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Kelli is my cousin. She has always been the cool cousin I looked up to growing up. She taught me how to use make-up and would give me some of hers. She would do my nails. This was amazing for a 10yr old! Kelli made anyone in her company feel special. Her heart for others leading her to a career in the health care business like a true Foster does. There are so many (Fosters) in this field in some way or another. We talked about our thorns and roses regularly in the caring business. She had a passion and zeal for life and family. I’ll miss her and our talks, the humor we shared.
My dear cousin and friend, an accomplished, lovely woman, you are surely highly favored here and above! I love you!
Kelli was a wonderful soul, an amazing coworker and a ray of sunshine. And she was loved. We will all miss her smile and her laugh. God speed my friend.
I first met Kelli when I started working at Kendrick Hospital. She always had a smile on her face. I didn’t get to see her as often when the medical record department I work in moved to Beech Grove and then to the ESSC building, though when I did it always made me happy to see her, reminding me of the fun we had back in our Kendrick days. Kelli and her department were always coming up with something wonderful to do to insure the employees felt like they were part of a family. Events outside of hospital hours for everyone to participate in so they could grow those relationships you would treasure in the years to come. Kelli carried on that tradition when we became part of the Franciscan family as well. She will be truly missed; my thoughts and prayers are with her family.
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