GALEN OSTLER Obituary

My Dearest Friend,

Well, you were right…your time was short. But, as we discussed it was time to call it a day and to let it go. “Steve, enough is enough” is what you whispered to me.

We made our peace with each other but the reality of this new void is so large and encompassing that all else has little if any consequence. We both decided this to be irresponsible because I had to move forward with my life and family while trying to remember you to the fullest extent possible. My apologies but I am finding this to be an extremely difficult task.

I loved your philosophy of life after being knocked on my keester during a football practice.

I cherished the discovery of figuring how you made a snowman’s eyes and mouth from the frozen snow.

I embraced your respect for the love I had for my family and how much they mean to me. Your encouragement to pursue it to a higher level and to make it last can’t be described.

I hold your love of tradition and continuity very close to my heart. You taught Dee and Cory to “can” and preserve our work for the coming winter during the garden’s fall harvest. I’m teaching my sons to make and carry on the family’s custom of making sour-kraut. You were correct, it isn’t just about making it but who will be sharing the time with each other.

I was honored having you aboard ship to see me in action while I was working the flight deck. I beamed with pride demonstrating my love of country and protecting our way of life as you had done in Korea. I will carry our times together with me the rest of my life.

I understood your lessons for planting, irrigating, weeding and harvesting a few acres of hay, spuds and veggies with your brothers. Being brought into the family and taken into their confidence over the years is a testament to your judgment of my character. You said it would be fine and again you were right.

Today is Memorial Day and I struggle with your absence. It’s been a terrific day as I witnessed your lessons passed onto my sons. They spent the day mowing the front and back lawns, digging three tree stumps, and fixing the trailer. Needless to say I was extremely proud.

Shipmate, I have more to say but time is limited. I believe your time is unlimited but I have a feeling you won’t slow down there either. Your conversations with Mom and friends will continue but make sure to stand your ground as you impressed on me.

Thank you for bringing me into your life and for the nurturing, teachings, loving and even the disciplining as it has been deeply ingrained into my soul. Our time will not be forgotten and I will make every attempt to make and pass your life and teachings to the next generation of your family.

Shipmate, I loved you being my closest friend and confidant for so many years and look forward to having renewed discussions in the future.

Your loving son - Steve

Sorry to hear of your father passing. He and I go way back. Always remember his friendly comforting voice. He always stood behind his children. I am sure he is missed.

Dad, I know the love that you have for your family and friends is there. You are so special. Jen, Stephanie and Doug the love that your Dad has for you will always be there. I am truly sorry for your loss. I remember the Love and the Laughter Dad gave to all of us. His baby blue eyes, and the way he loved to go out to the garden and the special way he taught me how to dance country the first time I met him with Steve. His sprit will go on. I Love your father as if he was my own and I know how special he is to me. I call upon my angel tonight, To help my grandfather, With his fight, angel please hear my plea, and be his ray of light, he needs you now, so much more then I, give him your embrace, It’s hard for him,
In this place, angel of mine, Help him find grace, bring him strength, And take his anguish,
For this tonight, I call upon my angel.
poem written by coreena
Dee

hey jen, i'm sorry about your dad. i wish i would have met him. i'm sure he was a wonderful man if he was anything like you. if u need anything, i'm here k? love ya
tammie (tam,tam)

Ostler Family, I am sorry to hear about your Dad. 30 yrs on the R.R. and I owe it all to him. I never forgot the day he took off work to help me. He was a very special man to me and will always be in my thoughts. Jeff Westergard

I pray you are in a much better place, no pain, surrounded with love and beauty more than you could have ever imagined. If anyone man deserves, it is you dad. We love you so much.

Jen & Jessica, I am sorry to hear of the loss. Jen I know you have always been so close to your dad.
Let me know if there is anything I can do! So sorry to you both and entire family! With Love, Connie

Jennifer and family, I am so sorry to hear about your dad! Last I heard you were with him about a year ago it seems? I know you were both very positive since he quit smoking (tougher than I am)
I am sorry, the news was a shock, our prayers are with you and your family. Take care of yourself girl, you deserve it! With love, Sue & Gary

HEY JEN IM SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT YOUR DAD HE WAS A GREAT MAN IWILL ALWAYS REMEMBER HIM SAYING TO JEFF AND I YOU KNOT HEADS WHAT ARE YOU TWO UP TO MY THOUGHTS ARE WITH YOU IF THERE IS ANYTHING I CAN DO LET ME KNOW LOVE STEVE

HEY JEN IM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS YOUR DAD WAS GREAT GUY I WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER HIM WHEN HE WOULD GET ON JEFF A I YOU KNOT HEADS WHAT ARE YOU TWO UP TOO HE WAS A GREAT MAN IF THERES ANYTHING I CAN DO LET ME KNOW LOVE STEVE

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Oh Dad I love you so much! You were the best father a girl could ever ask for, I thank God to have been blessed with such a special one of kind loving father & friend. Thank you for all the love you gave each of us. I treasure every moment we shared, and you will always be alive in my heart.
Thank you for always being there for all of us kids & our friends when we needed you. Your sweet harmonica will play in my heart forever.
God rest your close to perfect soul.

To my brother Doug; Thank you for taking care of and being there with dad this last year. God Bless you Doug, from my heart to yours, thank you for having the heart & strength for doing what not many people are able to do. I love you.

Love forever,
Jennifer Faye