Betty Oster Obituary

Ive known Betty since I was born, she was a good friend of my mother, Kathy. I heard about this through a mutual friend and Im sorry to her family and friends for this saddened loss. My thoughts and prayers go out to everyone!! She will be greatly missed.

Betty your absence from the family, church friends and relatives will be missed but your presence to the Lord will be celebrated.

To My cousins, Linda, Janet, Jeff, Nancy, Ellen & Gary. I'm sure you know how special your mom was and how easy it was to love her. Nancy I'm so glad that you had the Birthday party for your Mom and that I was able to see her and to say good-bye. I'm sure she was exhausted but I know she enjoyed every momment of it. During the party Don and I sat very near her and couldn't help over hearing many of the conversations. It was emotional, but also very inspiring to see and her what your Mom's life was all about. One by one friends, family, neighbors, parishioners came to her side to pay tribute and bid her farewell. In those brief conversations the out-pouring of love was amazing. I was so moved by her courage, her faith in God and her strength to keep going. She seemed full of energy making sure no one who wanted to talk with her was turned away. Your Mom touched so many lives, she gave so much and asked for little in return. My regret is that I didn't experience more time with her. Although the cousins don't get together frequently there seems to be an unspoken bond that makes each of our gatherings seem like we just saw each other yesterday. My promise to your mom was that I would do my part to keep in touch with all of you; she smiled and told me she loved me and clutched my hand to her chest and said I hope you do stay in touch, family is so important.

This has been such a difficult year for me and Don after losing my own Mom in July and nearly losing my Mother in-law who suffered a severe stroke in August. My heart is especially heavy now that your mom is gone. Now all the Wilson siblings are gone and we are on our own to carry on. It was all just too quick. The next few weeks and months will be difficult, but you have each other, family and many friends of your Mother to help carry you through. Love to All, you will remain in our prayers, Don & Maripat Hult

Dear Oster Family,



Betty was a "Special Lady" -- full of fun and kindness and spirituality. I am a better person having known her. God Bless - Love,

Dear Linda, Janet, Jeff, Nancy, Ellen and Gary,

I am deeply saddened by the loss of another family member. I will always remember Aunt Betty as someone very special. It didn't matter how long it had been since we saw each other, she always greeted me as if it was just yesterday. I will remember her warmth and sincerity, her energetic nature and positive outlook on life. She had the ability to overlook others shortcomings and life's adversities. She will always possess a special place in my heart.

With deepest sympathy,

Your cousin, Carol Beitz & Family

Jeff,

My Mom called me yesterday when she saw of your Mom's passing in the Trib. I'm sure you are very sad to lose your Mom, but you can be assured that she had many positive influences on the people she touched. I will never forget the kindness that she always extended to "the boys" when we would all decend upon your home on Warwick to play basketball all those years ago. She continually created a warm and wecome atmosphere, seemingly forever cheerful and glad to be part of God's creation. Warmest wishes for your entire family during these days when it is so hard to say goodbye.

To the Oster Family,

All of our love and prayers go out to you. She will be missed.

Love,

Pat, Bobbie, Ashley and Stephanie Sylvester

Gary,

I was saddened to hear of your Mom's passing on Tuesday morning. Having never met your Mom, personally, in some ways it feels like I knew a small part of her through you and our near 20 years of working together and sharing of family times and celebrations. I so enjoyed watching her (on-line) at "Open Mic" a few short weeks ago ... clearly a very classy and caring Mom, that loved her family so very much and was not shy about telling you so. My prayers continue to lift you and your family to HIM during this time of acceptance. As my Pastor often shares with families ... if you can remember that your Mom did not leave home ... but rather she went HOME to be with her Lord and Saviour and He has welcomed her with open and loving arms. May you be comforted knowing how much your Mom loved Him and that she is now healed and rejoicing with Him each day. Blessings, Marie

Betty was an Angel of Our Redeemer's. She welcomed me our very first visit and many times after by sharing a hug of God's Love and I will always remember that about her. Now she is in Heaven, I am sure doing the same. Our prayers are with your family.

Betty has always meant so much to me. From our school days when the Oster house was THE meeting place ~ to her being present for ALL of my family's important occassions. We love you SOOOO much Betty, and you will always be in our hearts. It comforts us to know you are watching over us, I know a special place was reserved for you in Heaven.



All our love,

Bruce, Sue, Sophie, Greg & Bradley

Our prayers and sympathy go out to Betty's family. She will be truly missed. Betty was the type of person everyone wished they knew.

Heaven is so lucky to have her.

To the Oster family,



Your mom was always like a second mom to me. I am so deeply sad to hear of her passing. She was such a wonderful, energetic, and fun loving person. I have so many fond memories of spending time with her and your family. You are all in my prayers.



Joe Pulio