Visitation: Visitation, with family present, will be Sunday from 1-3 p.m. at Anderson Funeral Home in Canton. A prayer service will begin at 2:00 p.m.
Service: Funeral services will begin at 2:00 p.m. Monday, April 4th at Grand Valley Lutheran Church in Canton, SD.
Kent Martin Fossum, age 54, died Monday, March 28, 2022. Funeral services will begin at 2:00 p.m. Monday, April 4th at Grand Valley Lutheran Church in Canton, SD. Visitation, with family present, will be Sunday from 1-3 p.m. at Anderson Funeral Home in Canton. A prayer service will begin at 2:00 p.m.
Kent was born on April 16, 1967 in Canton, SD to Kenneth and Mavis (Severson) Fossum. He grew up in Canton, graduating from Canton High School in 1986. He later attended mechanic’s school in Canby, MN. Kent was united in marriage to Tammy Hrouda. His daughter Brooke was born to this union. He later married Jill Ballinger.
Kent traveled the country working for a custom harvester before working as a mechanic for several area businesses. In his spare time, Kent enjoyed NASCAR, plinking, playing pool and darts, and tinkering on engines in his garage. He also loved cooking and smoking meats, especially pork loins and bacon.
Kent is survived by his daughter, Brooke; brothers, Steve (Pat), Dave (Dorothy), James (Linda) and Jeff (June); uncle, Paul (Karen) Severson; and numerous nieces, nephews, extended family, and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, 3 infant children, and dog, Milo.
My deepest sympathy to all of Kents family. May God give you all strength through the coming days.
So sorry for your loss, great guy, he will be missed by many.
We are so sorry for your loss!
Such sad news. Kent was way to young. My condolences to the family. You will be in my prayers.
Our hearts are heavy for the whole family. We are so very sorry for this great loss.
Eternal rest grant unto him, O Lord. Let perpetual Light shine upon him. May he rest in the peace only God can give him.
Our hearts are heavy for the whole family in this most difficult time. Eternal rest grant unto him, O Lord, and let Perpetual Light shine upon him. May he rest in the peace of Christ.
This is a terrible loss of a kind and humble man.
Kent was always quiet and a dependable friend in school and outside of school.
A strong FFA student member.
We used to share music too.
This loss deeply grieves me.
Condolences to family and friends.
God Bless & RIP Kent
Sympathy to Kent’s family and friends. Cherish those postive memories.
I haven’t seen Kent for several years,but will miss visiting with him when I did see him. Always jolly!
Our deepest sympathies to Kent’s family and friends. Our prayers and thoughts are with you.
Jim and family
Sorry for your loss–my sincere condolences –prayers !!!
Kathy Keiser
GOD BLESS YA KENT, RIP
Sorry for your loss kent was a good man.
This news is so sad. Kent was always eager to be helpful and a good friend when needed. God Bless you all in this time of sorrow.
Prayers for the family and friends. It is a great loss to everyone.
Very sorry to see this… Our thoughts and prayers go out to the families…