Dean Fosheim | 1962 - 2024
Obituaries-Pierre / Posted Sep 27, 2024 | 4:28 PM / 151 views
PIERRE, SD – Dean Alan Fosheim, 62, passed away on September 23, 2024, in Pierre, SD.
Dean was born on September 21, 1962, to Joseph and Shirley (Sammons) Fosheim in Rapid City, SD. Dean grew up near Midland and graduated from Midland High School, where he enjoyed competing in sports including football, basketball, track and field, and baseball. He set a school record in the high jump.
An ardent Chicago Cubs fan, Dean enjoyed sharing texts with his sister during games and treasured the memory of attending a game at Wrigley Field with his dad, uncles, and cousin. He was also an accomplished pool player, having won several team state tournaments. His children remember his love of awesomely bad movies and have a catalog of beloved ‘dad movies’. He enjoyed tending his garden and challenging his son to a game of MarioKart.
Dean was known for his ready laugh and easygoing manner. A loving father and grandfather, he cherished his family deeply. He rarely missed a chance to celebrate them, between school plays, academic achievements, or sporting events. His pride in his family was evident and he never hesitated to express his love and admiration for them.
Grateful for sharing in his life are his daughters, Lee (Nate) Gerlach and their sons Trenton and Hudson; Allison Fosheim (Tom Harnois) and their daughters Keira and Zoe; his son, Adam; stepson, Jory (Nicole) Rogers; stepdaughter, Emily Drayer; his sister, Pam Kendall; and close companion Wendy Standiford. He was preceded in death by his parents, Joe and Shirley Fosheim.
His legacy of love, laughter, and kindness will be deeply missed by all who knew him.
Per Dean’s request there will be no services held.
