Kent Fossum

April 16, 1967 - March 28, 2022

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.

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  1. Ila Torkelson on March 30, 2022 said:

    My deepest sympathy to all of Kents family. May God give you all strength through the coming days.

  2. Shawn sandnes on March 30, 2022 said:

    So sorry for your loss, great guy, he will be missed by many.

  3. Hoogendoorn’s on March 30, 2022 said:

    We are so sorry for your loss!

  4. Raymond Miedema on March 30, 2022 said:

    Such sad news. Kent was way to young. My condolences to the family. You will be in my prayers.

  5. Celia Fossum on March 31, 2022 said:

    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.

  6. Celia Fossum on March 31, 2022 said:

    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.

  7. Mitchell FEE on March 31, 2022 said:

    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

  8. Kathy Highstreet on April 1, 2022 said:

    Sympathy to Kent’s family and friends. Cherish those postive memories.

  9. Kirk Hanson on April 1, 2022 said:

    I haven’t seen Kent for several years,but will miss visiting with him when I did see him. Always jolly!

  10. Mary and Mike Hoyt on April 2, 2022 said:

    Our deepest sympathies to Kent’s family and friends. Our prayers and thoughts are with you.

  11. Kathy Keiser on April 3, 2022 said:

    Jim and family
    Sorry for your loss–my sincere condolences –prayers !!!
    Kathy Keiser

  12. Tim Bartling on April 4, 2022 said:

    GOD BLESS YA KENT, RIP

  13. Rick Block on April 5, 2022 said:

    Sorry for your loss kent was a good man.

  14. JD Reinke on April 5, 2022 said:

    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.

  15. Deb Ralfs on April 7, 2022 said:

    Prayers for the family and friends. It is a great loss to everyone.

  16. Whites on April 7, 2022 said:

    Very sorry to see this… Our thoughts and prayers go out to the families…