10/05/2026
John Steven Foster ( “Potts” )
It is with deep sadness that we acknowledge the passing of John Foster, a much-loved and respected member of our club community.
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01.01.1950 - 04.05.2026
John was one of the originals of the club, Senior Team Playing Number 40, and a true clubman in every sense.
He was part of the group who helped build the current club at Bryan Heath Park from scratch, spending countless hours volunteering his time. Roofing was apparently his thing, or so he told me.
John served the club for decades, including as Assistant Club Captain in 1981–82, Vice President across several seasons, President in 1992–93, and a committee member throughout the 80s and 90s.
On the field, John was a talented all-round cricketer. He captained the 2C team in the late 80s and early 90s, scored over 500 runs in the 1979–80 season, and made 106 in 4A grade in 1982–83. He won trophies for fielding, batting, highest score, outstanding performance, two-day all-rounder, and many team awards throughout his playing years.
He was also heavily involved with the junior section, mentoring a generation of young players who went on to play senior cricket both here and throughout the Hutt Valley.
John was reliable, positive, and always willing to step up whether that meant helping around the club, sharing ideas, or even jumping into the kitchen when volunteers were short. He never missed Old Timers’ Days or AGMs, and he remained one of the club’s important links to the original group of players who formed the club in the late 40s.
He loved a beer, loved watching his son play cricket at Bryan Heath Park, and was partial to a brandy and dry.
After knowing John for 50 years, I will miss his infectious energy. Bryan Heath Park will seem quieter now.
Rest in peace, Potts.
Alan Broadhurst
Chairman, Wainuiomata Cricket Club
A memorial service for John will be held at 2.00pm, Friday 15 May, at the Wainuiomata Rugby Club, 2 Moohan Street, Wainuiomata. The family have been overwhelmed by the love and support shown over recent days. In lieu of flowers, donations to Te Omanga Hospice or Wellington Free Ambulance would be greatly appreciated.
Craig Foster. Richard Foster. Chrissy Powell. 🙏🥰