Henry Norman Fossett Sr.
AUGUSTA – Henry Norman Fossett, Sr. passed away on Feb. 26, 2025 at Maine Medical Center in Portland.
He was born on March 19, 1947, the son of Norman and Arlene (Hughes) Fossett. Henry grew up in Vassalboro and was a graduate of Hall-Dale High School in the class of 1965.
Following school, he enlisted in the U.S. Navy and served during the Vietnam War. Upon his honorable discharge, Henry returned home to Maine, started a family, and was married to Marie Rose Charest.
Henry worked at Kirschner Foods, ultimately retiring after many years of employment. Henry was an avid hunter and enjoyed collecting coins. He was also a life member of the American Legion Fitzgerald-Cummings Post #2, VFW Post #887, and the NRA.
He was predeceased by his parents; and a sister, Colleen True.
Henry is survived by his sons Henry Fossett Jr.; Dan Fossett and his wife Sue and their son Ryan; and son, Jack Fossett and his wife Stacy; his sister, Melody Beaulieu, and a brother-in-law, Tim True.
A period of visitation will be held on Saturday, March 15 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Plummer Funeral Home, 16 Pleasant St., Augusta, ME 04330. A graveside service will be held on a date and time to be announced in the spring in Vassalboro.
Condolences, stories and photos may be shared by visiting http://www.plummerfh.com.
In lieu of flowers, memorial
donations in Henry’s
name may be made to:
Tunnel to Towers
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