Dr. Terje Sigbjorn Fokstuen

Dr. Terje Sigbjorn Fokstuen, 96, of Bradford, passed away Thursday, July 16, 2020 at his residence.

Born on March 9, 1924, in Brennhaug, Norway, he was one of five siblings, the son of the late Johan Sofus and Signe (Danielson) Fokstuen.

Terje married the love of his life, Ingrid (Viken) Fokstuen, on November 3, 1951, in Switzerland.  He studied medicine at the University of Zurich, where he received his Medical Degree in 1956.

He loved many things in life, his work, his patients and colleagues, his family, travel, reading and being outdoors.

He was a Psychiatrist at the Bradford Hospital for many years and retired from the Guidance Center in 2011. 

Terje is survived by his wife Ingrid of 68 years, two daughters, Anne Fokstuen, of San Francisco, California, Tone Fokstuen, of Stockholm, Sweden, one son, Terje Fokstuen, of Berkeley, California, one granddaughter Taran of Stockholm Sweden, and one grandson Bjornulv, of Umeo, Sweden.

Keeping with Terje's wishes there will be no service at this time. 

Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.

Memorial contributions if desired may be made to Guidance Center 110 Campus Drive, Bradford PA 16701.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.hollenbeckcahill.com

 

HOLLENBECK-CAHILL Funeral Home

33 South Avenue • Bradford, PA 16701

All Condolences -

Dr. Fokstuen was a very wonderful Doctor who helped me out during a very rough time in my life. He took the time to listen, spoke to me as if I mattered, and most important to me at the time, he actually spoke to me, not my mother. It was a conversation, each and every time. He cared. There needs to be more Doctors like him. He will be missed.
— Missy

We are so sorry to learn of Terje''s passing. He was a wonderful man, and the world is a little bit diminished now that he is gone. We have so many fond memories: sitting on the deck with a glass of wine discussing just about everything, the interest and encouragement he gave to our children, how he always teased about going back to school for my doctorate. Though time and distance took us away, we always thought fondly of him and will miss him. Our love to you, Ingrid, and your family.
— Paul and Myra Reichart

I had the pleasure of working along side Dr. Fokstuen In various programs over the years. He was always a kind and gentle man. He greeted everybody with a friendly smile and worked hard to guide and assist all of his patients.
— David C. Emerson

My Condolences to the family, Doc you helped me alot , R.I.P you will be missed.
— Tina

Dr Fokstuen was a wonderful doctor and a great man. I had the privilege of working with him. He was a great mentor and always took time to listen. Condolences to his family.
— Vicki Zawatski

Great old doctor that helped me through some hard times Go rest high on that mountain
— William

Karen and I were very fond of Dr. Fokstuen, indeed, of Mrs. Fokstuen and the Fokstuen children. Not unexpected, nevertheless, this is a distressing time for Mrs. Fokstuen and her family. Dr. Fokstuen was a gentleman and we remember him fondly. Jim & Karen Gelston
— James S. Gelston

My condolences to the Fokstuen family.
— stoney greenberg

Doctor was a true gentleman and a wonderful person whom I had the privilege to work for for 6 years. He loved and was so proud of his family. doctor and I had many laughs together and He was a great mentor to me who encouraged me to be the best person I could be and I will miss him so very much. My prayers and love to his family at this time of loss and sorrow. God bless you all!
— Tamm Black

Condolences

  • Dr. Fokstuen was a very wonderful Doctor who helped me out during a very rough time in my life. He took the time to listen, spoke to me as if I mattered, and most important to me at the time, he actually spoke to me, not my mother. It was a conversation, each and every time. He cared. There needs to be more Doctors like him. He will be missed.

    — Missy
  • We are so sorry to learn of Terje''s passing. He was a wonderful man, and the world is a little bit diminished now that he is gone. We have so many fond memories: sitting on the deck with a glass of wine discussing just about everything, the interest and encouragement he gave to our children, how he always teased about going back to school for my doctorate. Though time and distance took us away, we always thought fondly of him and will miss him. Our love to you, Ingrid, and your family.

    — Paul and Myra Reichart
  • I had the pleasure of working along side Dr. Fokstuen In various programs over the years. He was always a kind and gentle man. He greeted everybody with a friendly smile and worked hard to guide and assist all of his patients.

    — David C. Emerson
  • My Condolences to the family, Doc you helped me alot , R.I.P you will be missed.

    — Tina
  • Dr Fokstuen was a wonderful doctor and a great man. I had the privilege of working with him. He was a great mentor and always took time to listen. Condolences to his family.

    — Vicki Zawatski