Oaine Black Foy July 6, 1935 ~ August 8, 2026

Oaine Black Foy, beloved mother, grandmother, teacher, quilter, and faithful servant of the Lord, passed away at her home in Blanding, UT, on August 8, 2026, at the age of 91.
Oaine was born July 6, 1935, in Blanding, to Oren Frost Black and Lucile Bailey Black. She was the second of six children and the first daughter. 
With the exception of a few years away for school and work, she spent nearly her entire life within the same two blocks on 200 West in Blanding. 
Her mother often described her as dependable, a quality that defined Oaine throughout her life.
As a young girl, Oaine developed many talents and interests that she carried throughout her life, including quilting, sewing, crocheting, cooking, music, and service to others.
She attended school in Blanding and enjoyed singing, participating in operettas, and serving as president of the Pep Club during her senior year.
Her seminary teacher, Albert R. Lyman, played an important role in helping her develop a strong testimony of the gospel of Jesus Christ.
After high school, Oaine attended Brigham Young University. In 1956, she taught school in La Sal, UT, before returning to Blanding.
While working at Parley Redd’s, she met William C. Foy. They were married on February 14, 1957, in the Mesa Arizona Temple and began a partnership that would span more than 60 years.
Together they raised seven children and made their home in Blanding. Oaine was devoted to her family and worked tirelessly to create a loving home filled with faith, learning, service, music, and appreciation for education and athletics.
Determined to complete her education, Oaine returned to BYU through home-study courses while raising her young family.
She graduated with a degree in Home Economics Education in 1972 and returned to Blanding to teach at San Juan High School, where she inspired students for the next 25 years.
During her career she served as an advisor for FHA, the drill team, National Honor Society, and numerous school activities.
Her influence extended far beyond the classroom as she taught generations of students valuable skills in cooking, sewing, and homemaking.
Oaine loved Church history and cherished opportunities to travel.
One of the highlights of her life was participating in Brigham Young University’s American Church History Tour, a trip she enjoyed multiple times, often accompanied by her grandchildren.
Following her retirement in 1998, Oaine devoted much of her time to serving in the Monticello Utah Temple. She worked in various capacities, including the temple office and laundry, and lovingly crocheted altar cloths for the temple. Even after being released as a temple worker in 2015, she continued attending the temple regularly.
Perhaps no hobby brought Oaine more joy than quilting. She made and helped complete hundreds, and likely more than a thousand, quilts and baby blankets during her lifetime.
She generously taught others to sew and quilt and was always willing to share her talents with family, friends, and neighbors.
She was known for her warm loaves of bread, service to those in need, and willingness to accept any Church calling extended to her.
Her beloved husband Bill passed away in December 2018 following a battle with cancer. Oaine was diagnosed with cancer in 2019 and successfully completed treatment. 
In later years she faced the challenges of dementia with characteristic courage and faith. Following a head injury in March 2026, her health declined until her peaceful passing.
Oaine is survived by her brother Pete (Charlotte) Black children Tamra (Jeff) Tenney, Vickie, Teresa Decker, Jed (Wendy), Billie Jo (Brad) Stoddard, Mark (Brenda), and James, 12 grandchildren and spouses, 12 great grandchildren (including two step great grandchildren); and 3 great great grandchildren (including 2 step great great grandchildren.
She is preceded in death by her husband William C. Foy, parents Oren and Lucile Black, siblings Ramon, Arvid and Renee, son Van, and other beloved family members who welcomed her home.
The family would like to express their heartfelt gratitude to Rocky Mountain Hospice and Dr. Jones for the loving care and support they provided during the final months of her life.
Oaine’s legacy is one of faith, service, education, family devotion, and countless acts of quiet kindness. Her hands created beautiful quilts, her voice lifted others in song, and her example touched generations. She will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered.