Stuart was born on August 3, 1929, in Chicago, IL., to parents, Ollowene (Lewis) and Emil Fosmo. The youngest of four children, Stuart graduated from Webster High School in 1947. On June 29, 1948, Stuart enlisted in the United States Army Air Force. Shortly after, he met Barbara Larrabee and they were married on October 6, 1950. After 4 years of service, Stuart was honorably discharged as a Staff Sergeant. The couple spent 2 years in Minneapolis working for 3M, then moved to Wyoming for 2 years to work in the oil fields. They later returned to the Hertel area where he purchased a tavern from Barb’s dad and for the next 37 years it was operated as Stu’s.

He was a member of the Moose Lodge, the American Legion and a DNR Fire Warden for 35 years. He enjoyed fishing, hunting and tinkering around in his garage crafting birdhouses, or homemade inventions to help Barb out around the house. He was a handy man who could truly fix anything.

He is survived by his loving wife of 69 years, Barb; children, Suzanne (Lee) Helene, Bruce Fosmo and Sheryl (Bill) Schumaker; grandchildren: Becky, Mark, Bruce and Adam; 7 great-grandchildren; and many nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.

Preceding him in death are his parents; grandsons, Daniel and Brett; and siblings: Fahey, Irwin (Ruby) and Carmen.

The Memorial Service will be held on Monday, December 23,2019, at 11:00 AM (visitation from 10-11am) at the Swedberg-Taylor Funeral Home in Webster with Pastor Steve Ward officiating. Full military honors will commence immediately following the service at the funeral home. A gathering will be held following at Jed's Laker Lounge.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Swedberg-Taylor Funeral Home in Webster.

Last Update: Dec 22, 2019 8:58 am CST