Larry D. Fossler, age 85 of New Richmond, WI, died on Wednesday, August 28, 2024 at Orchard View Terrace in New Richmond. Larry was born the son of Roy and Margaret (Collins) Fossler on March 27, 1939 in St. Paul, MN. He grew up in St. Paul, graduating from St. Paul Johnson High School with the class of 1957. He attended Hamline University from 1957 – 1960, graduating with a Bachelor of Science in Education. Larry’s first teaching job was in Lyle, MN from 1960 – 1963. He was married to Carol Courteau. They were blessed with three children, Terry, Mark and Mary. They later divorced. Larry’s career took him to Hazel Park Junior High for one year, then to St. Paul Harding High School where he taught Math from 1963 – 1996. He was also a driver’s education teacher for the St. Paul School District. He filled his summers with various jobs through the years always approaching each with the same meticulous attention to detail. Larry married Gloria Houston on July 11, 1992 in Woodbury, MN. They made their home in New Richmond, WI in 2011. Larry loved to fish and hunt. He was hard working, very organized, and handy in many skills. Larry enjoyed spending time with small groups of family and friends. He is preceded in death by his parents, Roy and Margaret Fossler; sister, Rita (Dennis) Miller; and former wife, Carol T. Fossler. Larry is survived by his wife, Gloria Fossler; children, Terry (Katherine) Fossler, Mark (Dawn) Fossler, Mary (Steve) Stringer; step-children, Debra Harris, Norman Harris, Jeanne (Jeff) Johnson, Tracy Harris; numerous grandchildren and great-great children; and many friends. A Memorial Service was held on Tuesday, September 3, 2024 at 11 am at St. Luke’s Lutheran Church 365 W River Drive New Richmond, WI and streamed live through the link just below this obituary. Visitation was also on Tuesday from 10-11 am at the church. A luncheon followed the service at church. Interment was in Union Cemetery in Maplewood, MN. Memorials may be directed to Alzheimer’s research. Arrangements are with Bakken-Young Funeral & Cremation Services.
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Larry was a wonderful friend and neighbor. He will be missed! ❤️
Larry was married to my cousin Gloria. John and I were at their home a number of years ago and he treated us like family. We will keep Gloria and the rest of his family I’m our prayers.
I HAVE KNOWN LARRY SINCE THE EARLY 1960’S AS WE BOTH GREW UP ON ST. PAULS EAST SIDE AND LARRY DATED AND MARRIED A CLOSE NEIGHBOR OF MINE. HE WAS ALWAYS FRIENDLY TO ME. I TAUGHT WITH LARRY FOR OVER 30 YEARS AT HARDING HIGH SCHOOL, AND ENJOYED MANY BREAKFASTS WITH LARRY AND THE HARDING RETIRED TEACHERS GROUP. HE WAS A WONDERFULL HIGHLY RESPECTED TEACHER AT HARDING. MY SYMPATHY TO ALL OF HIS FAMILY MEMBERS.
Larry and Gloria have been friends for a few years. I will ever forget him showing up to help plant seeds and he was dressed way too warm….told him about layering for greenhouse work. Funny guy. Rip whiskers
Larry and I taught mathematics at Harding High School for many years. He was respected as a professional and skilled teacher. We spent many years on fishing trips up north and Canada. He was also my grouse hunting partner. I will miss our times together, and know that his legacy will continue in many memorable conversations. My sincere condolences to his devoted wife, Gloria, and his three children.
“Some people come into our lives and quietly go, others stay for a while and leave footprints on our hearts and we are never the same.”
Such as it is for Larry on my life….
He was a “force” who left a strong impression on me. I will miss him dearly.
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