Dennis G. Foss was born on November 3, 1942, in Winnebago, Minnesota, the son of Homer A. and Bernice (Mitchell) Foss. He graduated from Winnebago High School and began working at Stokely –Van Kamp.
He married Marlys Anderson in 1975. In the early 1980's, he worked for Carlisle Plastics in Fairmont until his health would no longer allow. He moved to Albert Lea to be closer to his brothers 10 years ago.
His favorite pastime was spending time on his computer. He was also passionate about his woodworking and was proud to have pursued his interest and became a Master electrician. Dennis died at ThorneCrest Retirement Community on Friday, December 4, 2015. He was 73. He is survived by sons: Vernon L. Haning (Kathy Meyer) and children Riley and Tyler, Rodney Haning and his family; brothers and sisters: Allan (Pat) Foss of Fairmont, Richard (Sue) Foss of Albert Lea, Paul Foss (Sara Skaaden) Albert Lea, Pat (Mort) Pasternack of Sarasota, FL, Donna Foss of St. Peter, MN and Wendy Barnett (Rick Peters) of Albert Lea as well as several nieces and nephews.Dennis was preceded in death by his parents Homer and Bernice Foss and his wife Marlys Foss.
A private family service to honor Dennis's memory will be held at a later date.