Name: Visitation for Martin R. FOSS
Start: 2016-10-02T22:30:00.000Z
End: 2016-10-03T00:30:00.000Z
Location: Willwerscheid Funeral Home & Cremation Service - Grand Avenue Chapel

Age 71 Surrounded by family on Sept. 27, 2016 Preceded in death by parents, Peter and Mary (Connole) Foss of Litchfield; siblings, Mary Ann, Peter, Joe, Tom and Ted; in-laws, Frank Hughes and Gloria Foss. Survived by wife of 46 years, Gloria; daughter, Becky (Peter Quinn); sons, Tony and Andrew; grandsons, Connor and Colin Quinn; siblings, John, Terry (Jack) O'Brien, Bernie Hughes, Claire (Merle) Bauer and sisters-in-law, Jane Kontowicz, Marie, Joyce and Linda Foss, along with a host of nieces and nephews. Marty graduated from St. Cloud State and received a Masters from The University of St. Thomas. He was a Fulbright Scholar and had a 39-year career in SPPS (33 at Ramsey Junior High). He loved the State Fair, his Norwegian Heritage and being an advocate for people with special needs. A gentle, humble, well-read man will be forever missed. Memorial Mass of Christian Burial 10:30 AM Monday, October 3 at NATIVITY OF OUR LORD CATHOLIC CHURCH, 1900 Stanford Ave., St. Paul. Private interment. Visitation 5:30 – 7:30 PM Sunday at Willwerscheid Funeral Home, 1167 Grand Ave., St. Paul. In lieu of flowers, donations preferred to Bridgeview School Playground Project, 360 Colborne Street St. Paul, MN 55102.

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Published by Pioneer Press on Sep. 30, 2016.

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Syndy Walfoort -Bridge View School

September 24, 2021

There´s a Marty Party in Heaven today! We love and Miss You, Marty!

David Shannon

January 14, 2019

Marty Foss was my best friend, growing up in Litchfield. I regret that we did not stay in touch, and I am sad to hear of his passing.

Claire Casey Matthews

August 25, 2018

Just learned at our 55th class reunion that Marty died on my birthday, two weeks before my accident. I get a smile on my face every time I think about him over the years. He was a sweetheart, unique and I think a Godly man. He was truly a good person. He, also, was a lot of fun to be around, and funny. May you rest in Peace, dear Marty, and may Gloria and the family experience Jesus love, guidance and peace for each of them.

Lawrence [Larry] Hutera

January 18, 2018

Dear Gloria, I remember you both fondly from Camp Friendship. My condolences.

Jeanene Shoultz Doran

October 6, 2016

Although I didn't know Marty personally, we have many memories of the Foss Family from the early years, growing up in Litchfield. Mr. & Mrs. Foss were always known for being active in their church, St. Philips Catholic Church, and in the community. They were supporting and loving guides to their many children, who carried on their tradition of loving service to their family, friends, and community. Tom was in my class; Theresa & Bernadette(was in my brother, Bill Shoultz, class. All went on to live lives that reflected their parent's values. We were fortunate to grow up in a community and time where these attributes could be nurtured. Marty certainly was living proof of this, sharing his love with others. We look forward to seeing you at the Service for Marty on Saturday at Calvary(St. Philip's Cemetery). Did Marty like Lutefisk, being the good Norske that he was?
Jeanene(Jeanie Shoultz)Doran, Bill Shoultz(in Omaha), Dede(Cox) and Mick Revering

Steve Geheren

October 3, 2016

A prized possession of mine is a bust of Shakespeare that Marty got for me when I graduated from Willmar Junior College. He was a good friend.

October 2, 2016

Thank you, Marty, for everything you did for love....as a hausband, father, teacher,
brother and friend...fr joel kelly,osb

Julie Huppertz

October 2, 2016

Marty was truly one of the most genuine, kindest and warm-hearted person I have ever met. His smile, positive attitude and love for the Bridge View students will be missed. Staff and students were truly blessed to have known him. Sending thoughts and prayers to the Foss Family.

Jan Markovich

October 1, 2016

Thinking of you and your family. I was a 1963 graduate with Marty. We will miss him. In loving memory of a wonderful person.

Jill Gonzalez

October 1, 2016

Marty loved and respected our Bridge View students and they loved him. He will be missed dearly. Thank you for all of your tender care for our students Marty!

joe and ann brummer tacheny

October 1, 2016

One of our favorite highschool friends. Hugs to your family.

Kelly Nelson

October 1, 2016

Marty was a great addition to Bridge View. He will be missed. Thinking of your family.

Syndy Walfoort

September 30, 2016

We at Bridge View school were truly blessed to have had Marty to help us love our students. He truly loved and appreciated every child and staff in our building. We will miss him tremendously and remember him always. Love and prayers to his family. He spoke of you often and had such pride in you all. Love you Marty!

Vickie Wendt

September 30, 2016

A greeting, a smile, a laugh-this is how I will remember Marty; the man with a heart of gold. Thanks for all the fun.

Marion Sutherland

September 30, 2016

My sympathies to all your family. Wish I had known him as an adult, as my memories are only of him as a small boy in Litchfield. Nice reading how highly he was regarded.

Rose George

September 30, 2016

My Condolences goes out to Mr.Foss's Family, he was an amazing person to work with, and a awesome person to be around!!!
Rose

Sharon Skarda

September 30, 2016

Gloria and family, so sorry about Marty. He was a very special guy who loved his family, garage sales, and people in general.....he will be missed. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Sharon, Therese, and Ashley

Connie Miles

September 30, 2016

I taught with Marty during the early years at Marshall Junior High. He was a remarkable and caring person. He will be missed.

Erin Ashton

September 30, 2016

Gloria, My family sends their deepest sympathy in your loss of Marty. He was an incredible man and I'm so happy I got to work with him. God Bless you and your family. The Ashtons

Megan Heinzen

September 29, 2016

I had the great honor of Marty substituting in the classroom I work in at Bridgeview. He was very kind and gentle with both the children and the staff. He was a great attribute to the St. Paul public school system. My father also worked alongside him within the St. Paul public schools as they both taught special needs children. He will be greatly missed. My heart goes out to the family and prayers and love to all that loved him.

September 29, 2016

So sorry to hear about your dad. Our prayers are with you and your family.
Love,
The Anglums

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