Avonda Monique Foreman, known affectionately as Monique to her family and friends, departed this life on August 28, 2026, at the age of 55, under family care in Bridgeville, Delaware. Her life spanned a vibrant ministry, dedicated caregiving, and a deep-rooted presence across Delaware and Maryland communities.
Early Roots and Educational Path Across Sussex County
Born on April 24, 1971, in Lewes, Delaware, to Ronald Foreman and Darlene Powell of Frankford, Delaware, Avonda attended school in the local area. She received her formal education through both the Frankford and Seaford public school systems, establishing local ties that would follow her throughout her life and career.
As she entered the workforce, her early employment took her across state lines to the coastal hub of Ocean City, Maryland, where she handled various housekeeping jobs. That initial step laid the groundwork for a broader professional footprint. Over a fifteen-year period within Maryland, Avonda worked as a property manager across Salisbury, Cambridge, St. Michaels, and Denton. In recent years, she shifted her professional focus toward caregiving, bringing her supportive nature to the Benedictine School in Easton, Maryland.
A Life of Ministry and Musical Devotion
Beyond her professional endeavors, Avonda’s primary calling centered on her spiritual journey and active ministry. Her faith history included attendance at Morning Star Holiness Church in Frankford, Delaware, and St. John 2nd Baptist Church in Millsboro, Delaware. Her spiritual milestones included being baptized in Jesus’ name and accepting the Holy Ghost while participating in services at Higher Hope Temple located in Salisbury, Maryland. Her path later led her to the Spirit of Excellence in Dagsboro, Delaware, and recently to the Church of the King in Easton, Maryland.
Described as an avid praiser and true warrior of God, Avonda engaged extensively in evangelistic, spiritual, and musical teachings. She possessed a strong melodic voice that frequently led her to sing at church and community events, often performing with her family singing group, The Foreman Singers, during her time living in Delaware. Beyond her musical contributions, she was regularly called upon to preach and speak at spiritual functions, guiding others while maintaining a constant confession of her faith to family, friends, and strangers alike.
Avonda Leaves Behind a Large and Devoted Family
Away from her ministerial and professional duties, Avonda maintained an outgoing, humorous nature that often positioned her at the center of social gatherings. She enjoyed traveling, dining, singing, praying, and reading, and she was known for her willingness to speak her mind and stand up against wrongdoing.
She leaves behind a large and devoted family. She is survived by her parents, Ronald Foreman and Darlene Powell; her eight children, First Born Dee Forman, Desiree Foreman, Romel Foreman, Shaimel Foreman, Jamel Foreman, Ronald Foreman, Abishai Smith-Foreman, and Nevaeh Jones; her sister, Rhodicia Foreman; and her brother, David Foreman. Her legacy also extends to her grandchildren, including two grandsons, Josiah Foreman, and three granddaughters, Jordyn Foreman, Amayaih Foreman, and Raina Foreman, alongside one niece, Samira Smith, and a wide circle of aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends.
Before her passing, Avonda experienced the loss of several family members who went before her, including her sister, Rushetta Foreman; her paternal grandparents, Elijah and Louella Foreman; her maternal grandparents, Preston Wise and Joyce Powell; as well as her maternal great-grandmother, Bernice Powell.
