Irvin Fosaaen's obituary , Passed away on March 18, 2026 in Waukon, Iowa

Irvin Fosaaen

1949 - March 18, 2026

Waukon, Iowa

Irvin Fosaaen's obituary , Passed away on March 18, 2026 in Waukon, Iowa

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Martin Funeral Home

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Irvin Fosaaen

1949 - March 18, 2026

Waukon, Iowa

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The world bids farewell to Irvin Fosaaen of Waukon, Iowa, departing on March 18, 2026. Irvin leaves behind memories cherished by the community. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Irvin Fosaaen to show support.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Irvin Kermit Fosaaen Sr. and Marion Fosaaen (Mundt); his sisters, Lynn Fosaaen, Nancy Fosaaen and Sandy Schulz; and his mother-in-law Marlene Engstrom.

He is survived by: his wife Christine Engstrom; his children, Kris Rausch (Ben) and Blake Fosaaen (Melissa); his grandchildren, Lena, Theo, Jeremiah and Rosella Rausch; his father-in-law Duane Engstrom; his brothers, Stan Fosaaen (Bach) and Randy Fosaaen (Jane); his brothers-in-law, Dave Schulz, Peter Engstrom (Carole) and Rolf Engstrom; and his former wife Patty Nordheim. He is also survived by many nieces, nephews, and cousins.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to Veterans Memorial Hospital, St. John's Lutheran Church, Stavanger Lutheran Church, or the Waukon Swim Club.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Martin Funeral Home



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Mar 30

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Martin-Grau Funeral Home & Cremation Service
202 Allamakee St NW, Waukon, IA 52172

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Mar 31

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St. John's Lutheran Church
8 5th St SW, Waukon, IA 52172

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