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Curtis FOSSUM Obituary
He was born Feb. 29, 1948, in LaCrosse, Wis., and was a resident of Newport News. Mr. Fossum retired from the U.S. Army, as a decorated soldier, and was an engineering technician. He was an avid hunter and fisherman and was a member of the American Legion and the DAV.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Bernice Lamke; and his son, Eric.
Survivors include his wife of 43 years, Diane Fossum; their children, Kimberly, Todd and Kirt; his siblings, Sandra Adair and Butch Lamke; and three grandchildren, Eric Fossum, Amanda McKay and Cody Fossum.
The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 3, 2009, at Altmeyer Funeral Home, Denbigh Chapel. A funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. Friday, Dec. 4, 2009, at the funeral home, followed by burial with full military honors in Albert G. Horton Jr. Veteran Memorial Cemetery.
Arrangements are under the care of Altmeyer Funeral Home - Denbigh Chapel, 12893 Jefferson Ave, Newport News, VA 23608 View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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Memories and Condolences
for Curtis FOSSUM
Don Stoeckly
December 14, 2009
It's not difficult to come up with words about Curt.Husband Father Grandfather Soldier and Friend. He will be sadly missed Don Stoeckly LaCrosse Wi
Edmund wilson
December 9, 2009
So sorry for your lose, I will always remember him.
December 8, 2009
Diane and Kim,
So sorry for your loss. My heart and prayers go out to you and your family.
Sherri Ruhlin/Palm Bch Gardens, Florida
Donna Fossum
December 4, 2009
In loving memory of a wonderful person. When the Lord calls our loved one's home, he leaves a gift of memorie's in exchange for all of us to share. We will forever be grateful for the memories we shared. We love you and will forever be in our hearts and we will miss you always. Donna & Cody Fossum
Sherry Wheless
December 3, 2009
Kim,
My Heart and Prayers go out to You and Your Family in this time of Sorrow, May your Memories and the Strength of your Father be a Constant Comfort to you all.
Michelle Bennett
December 3, 2009
It takes a little darkness for us to see the stars, and a whole lifetime to reach them. Don't give up. May happy memories carry you through this sorrowful time. Our thought's and prayers are with you.
Mikey & Michelle
Judie Lilley
December 3, 2009
Dear Diane and family,
My deepest prayers and sympathy to you and your family. Bob and I wish you all the strength in the loss of your loved one.
Bob and Judie Lilley
Hiwassee, Va.
December 3, 2009
Condolences to the family of Curt Fossum from friends and co-workers of the Army Research Laboratory, Vehicle Technology Directorate collocated at NASA Langley.
Claudia Romero Davenport
December 3, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Barry Askew
December 3, 2009
I've had the opportunity to work with Curt for a good part of his employment here at NASA. I have always found him to be a good worker and enjoyable to work with. He had a great sense of humor and shared many of his past memories of times gone by. He will be missed by all of those here, and all of us would like to send our condolences to the family.
Tonya Vaughn
December 3, 2009
My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.
December 2, 2009
My deepest sympathy for your loss. Curt worked in one of my facilities at NASA. He was a great guy and a good technician. He has been missed since he retired. I am very sorry.
Ann Bare
Nan Hartman
December 2, 2009
Dear Diane and kids,
Leah, Cheri and I send hugs and love. I am so pleased Curt came to visit us in August. It was very special.
Our thoughts are with you all.
Love, Nan
Rita Scott
December 2, 2009
Dear Diane and Family,
Your family has been a part of our family for many, many years. We are all saddened by your loss and praying for your family.
With deepest sympathy,
Rita Scott
Curt with brother William(Butch) and cousin Cindy, Pam Lori, Joanne and Catie.
December 1, 2009
Linda Hyatt
December 1, 2009
To the Fossum Family,
We were so sorry, sad to hear about your loss. Our deepest sympathies go out to you at this very sad time. You are all in our hearts and prayers.
Robert & Linda
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