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Dawn FOSS Obituary

On Saturday, November 29, 2025, Dawn Maureen (nee Kloster) Foss, age 73, of Cockeysville, MD passed away peacefully while surrounded by family. Beloved wife of Joe Foss for 47 years; devoted mother of Katie Lee and her husband Justin, Annie Foss, and Michael Foss and his wife Meghan; adored Mimi of Brooks Lee, JJ Foss and Dylan Foss; loving sister of Kim Matheson and the late Trudy Fruetel. Also survived by other extended family members and many dear friends.

A Celebration of her Life is being planned for a future date. Interment was held at Serenity Ridge Natural Burial Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please remember Dawn with memorial contributions to the World Central Kitchen or to Reading is Fundamental. Online condolences may be sent to the family through www.peacefulalternatives.com.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Baltimore Sun on Dec. 7, 2025.

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Thomas Young

December 7, 2025

Dear Katie, Annie and Michael,
We were sorry to hear about the loss of your mom. Remember all that she did with you and for you, and she will live in your heart forever. The sadness you feel today will turn to happy memories in the years to come.

Diane and Tom Young

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