Carol M. (Matuska) Fossum, 82, passed away on Saturday, May 2, 2020, of natural causes.
She was born to Ernest William and Angeline (Caba) Matuska on December 20, 1937, in Tabor, South Dakota. She was the third youngest of seven children.
She attended school in Fort Peck, Montana before transferring to Glasgow where she graduated from Glasgow Senior High School in 1955.
After graduation, she began working within the community. She spent most of her time working at the Glasgow Courier before meeting her husband Orville Gayle Fossum. From there she was able to stay at home taking care of her children (Scott, Steve, and Julie) and helping with the family business; Fossum Ready Mix.
Carol’s life was packed to the brim with activities. There was truly never a dull moment. She was an avid softball player and water skier in the summer. She proudly served as an election official for Valley County and the Glasgow School System. Garage sales were an absolute must that were strategically planned every weekend. Daily post office and mail runs occurred between episodes of Days of Our Lives, waiting for grandkids to get done with school, and getting busy cleaning her house.
She was the biggest supporter of her grandkids; attending any and every event she possibly could. She loved to travel and toured many places with her sister,Judy. She enjoyed planting flowers in the spring. She enjoyed walking at the Civic Center followed by coffee at Flicks with her friends. She never went a day without picking up a Good Evening Glasgow (GEG) or a Wednesday without picking up a Courier. She never hesitated to speak her mind or give anyone some “much needed” advice.
Carol is preceded in death by her husband Orville Fossum; parents Ernest and Angeline Matuska; three sisters: Rita Nicol, Peggy (Margaret) Pederson, and Ruth Matuska, and one brother Jim Matuska.
She is survived by her children: Scott (Karleen) Fossum, Steve (Janel) Fossum, and Julie (Mike) Fairclough all of Glasgow, Montana; nine grandchildren, Ashley (Grant) Burgess, Shelby, Chase, Keely, Teagan, Kaden Fossum, Tavia, Britten, and Lexten Fairclough; great-grandkids Kase and Tavin, sister, Judy Matuska; brother,Tom Matuska, and honorary grandkids Kristen and Sarah Waarvik.
The family would like to thank the staff at Valley View Home and Frances Mahon Deaconess Hospital for all the care that they have given. Our family truly could not have gotten through it without each and everyone of you.
In lieu of flowers or if you would like to make a donation in Carol’s name, two of her loves were the Valley County HOPE Project or Friends of the Valley County Pool.
“Look out Orville, here she comes”!
Service Schedule
Visitation
6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Wednesday May 6, 2020
Bell Mortuary
701 2nd Ave. So.
Glasgow, Montana 59230-2208
Rosary
7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Wednesday May 6, 2020
Bell Mortuary
701 2nd Ave S
Glasgow, Montana 59230
Funeral Mass
10:00 a.m.
Thursday May 7, 2020
St. Raphael's Catholic Church
412 3rd Ave N.
Glasgow, Montana 59230
Burial
Private Family
Friday May 8, 2020
Highland Cemetery
Higland Drive
Glasgow, Montana 59230
Service Schedule
Visitation
6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Wednesday May 6, 2020
Bell Mortuary
701 2nd Ave. So.
Glasgow, Montana 59230-2208
Rosary
7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Wednesday May 6, 2020
Bell Mortuary
701 2nd Ave S
Glasgow, Montana 59230
Funeral Mass
10:00 a.m.
Thursday May 7, 2020
St. Raphael's Catholic Church
412 3rd Ave N.
Glasgow, Montana 59230
Burial
Private Family
Friday May 8, 2020
Highland Cemetery
Higland Drive
Glasgow, Montana 59230
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Cecelia Mann says
Sorry for your loss. Carol was so much fun when we lived in Glasgow. Times playing softball, bowling, & belonging to Altar Society (trying to bake donuts or cookies for sales). Coffee get together s. Attending all the sports activities our sons were attending. Great memories of a great friend. Love from the Mann’s – Celie, Doug & Scott
Stephanie Eayrs says
Scott ,Steve and Julie, just want to extend my sympathy on the passing of your mom. I have a lots of childhood memories of your family that I cherish. I’m sure my mom was excited to see her when she got to heaven.
Take care love from Stephanie Helland Eayrs and family.
Becky Vetter Maynard says
My deepest sympathy for the loss of your Mom on this earth. I have very fond memories growing up across the alley from your family. Although I’ve lived in Alaska most of my adult life, I’ve been back to Montana, and Glasgow many times. Best wishes.
Carolyn Bachtold says
Thoughts and prayers for the Fossum family. I always enjoyed visiting with Carol. Cherish the memories!
Jeanette Risa says
truly loved that gal (and her husband)
Nancy Lierow says
I met Carol shortly after I moved to Glasgow in 1971. We’ve shared a lot of visits and laughs over the years. I always enjoyed talking to her. She was one of a kind! I know she will be missed by so many people but especially by her family. I just want to send you all my deepest sympathy and prayers. May she Rest In Peace. 🙏
Karleen And Roger Kleeman says
So sorry for your loss. I always enjoyed visiting with Carol. Thinking of you all in our thoughts and prayers
Shirley Ball says
Sympathy and Hugs to Scott, Steve and Julie and the rest of the family. My memories of Carol are mostly from spending time as neighbors at the cabins. Good memories, about a fun lady, and a good neighbor. Rest in Peace Carol.
Connie James says
My sympathies to you all. Your Mom/Grandmother will be missed a great deal. Carol was one of those people one could not help but love. She was so full of life and always had that infectious smile. Heaven is richer with her there.
Karen &Tom Grewe says
We will miss our neighbors for over 40 yrs. We raised our kids,borrowed a cup of sugar and shared the latest news. I enjoyed her visits wearing her Bright orange bathrobe! The time she used a hammer to put a hole in my wall to encourage us to remodel! There’s many more
Stories and we will miss them both!
Deb Bailey says
Carol will make Heaven shine a little brighter!!!!She was a special lady!!
Deb Prescott says
Our deepest sympathy for your loss
Thinking of Your during this time!
The Hendrickson- Prescott Family
Tim Connors says
Fossum Kids,
Sorry to hear about the passing of your Mom. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time.
Darrell E. Schweigert says
Thoughts and prayers to the Fossum Family.
Lisa Holding says
Carol made swim meets so much more entertaining. I am so sorry for your loss. She was a wonderful lady who spoke the truth, didn’t suffer fools, but was also there with words of encouragement. Thinking of you.
Toni Nyquist says
Sending thoughts and prayers to her family. What a wonderful woman!
Nancy Koessl says
Carol was an amazing woman and she will be missed by all. My deepest sympathy to all her family!
Leah Erickdon says
Sorry for your loss – she was such a robust lady so full of life and it was a pleasure to know her.
Lynn & Leah Erickson
Lisa Baxter says
We are so sorry for your loss. Orville is getting an earful I am sure.