Larry Fett - Obituary and Services

Long-time Delta resident Larry L. Fett passed away at Fairbanks Memorial Hospital on July 10, 2007, after battling health challenges for a number of years.

Larry was born to Lee and Marie Fett on January 6, 1941 in Algoma, Wis. As a young man of 20 he came to Alaska with his dad and brother, Tom in 1961 in a converted school bus (camper) and homesteaded adjoining acreage at MP 1417 of the Alaska Hwy.

Larry, along with his siblings became involved with the family farming business, agricultural tours, as well as working in construction. He was an excellent carpenter. His real passion was time spent on his trap lines in Alaska’s wilderness. He searched for rare gems and created beautiful jewelry.

Larry enjoyed the simple life – one of a pioneer consciousness, hunting, trapping, fishing, and berry picking. He had an active role with the local Fish and Game as well as interest local borough matters.

Larry is preceded in death by his father, Lee. Among his survivors are his mother, Marie Fett, daughter Robin of CA, sons Michael (and wife Heather) of Delta and David Fett of LA; grandchildren Nicholas Bostin (CA), Ashton, Violet, Lillie (Delta); Noah & Ashley (LA); brothers and sisters-in-law and sisters and brothers-in-law are: Gary & Beverly Fett of WI, Tom Fett, Colonel Fett and Jane & Al Abrue, all of Las Vegas, NV; Doug & Jackie Fett of Delta Jct., Dale Fett of North Pole, AK, Sandi & Dennis Wang of Cook, WA, LouAnn Fett and Don Quarberg of Delta Jct., plus numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.

Larry’s quiet and gentle spirit will be missed.

Services will be at the Community Center at 7:00pm on Friday, August 3.