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Ostrowski, Bernard B.

Bernard "Ben" Ostrowski, age 84, formerly of 1050 11th Avenue North, Wisconsin Rapids, WI died Friday, February 8, 2013 at Pine Ridge Assisted Living, Wisconsin Rapids, WI.

Funeral Services are 11:00 AM Thursday, February 14, 2013 at St. Lawrence Catholic Church, Wisconsin Rapids, WI. Rev. Rolando Onden will officiate. Burial in Calvary Cemetery. Visitation will be held at Ritchay Funeral Home in Wisconsin Rapids from 4:00-7:00 PM Wednesday and Thursday at the Church from 10:00-11:00 AM. There will be a parish prayer service at 6:30 PM Wednesday at the funeral home.

Ben was born April 29, 1928 in Almond, WI to Sylvester and Josephine (Lescynski) Ostrowski. He married Joan "Shirley" Czerniak on April 23, 1950 in Chicago, IL. She died March 6, 2011. Ben was a lineman/superintendent for the Water Works & Lighting Commission for 40 years.

Ben was a member of St. Lawrence Holy Name Society, the Catholic Order of Foresters, IBEW Local #1147 and the Knights of Columbus, Council #1558. He founded Northern Tree Service in the early 1950's, loved gardening, hunting and fishing. Ben always loved to be with family members, especially the grandchildren.

Ben is survived by four sons, Edward (Jolene) Ostrowski of Wisconsin Rapids, WI, Rick (Mary Jo) Ostrowski of Egg Harbor, WI, Michael (Gina) Ostrowski of Eau Claire, WI, and David (Laurie) Ostrowski of Superior, WI; five daughters, Mary Lou (Jerry) Pasto of Mount Aukum, CA, Sandy (David) Mancl of DePere, WI, Susie (Mark Motylinski) Ostrowski of Holmen, WI, Diane Ostrowski of Cadott, WI and Nancy (Steve) Schinderle of Laveen, AZ; 13 grandchildren, Mark, Beth, Becky, Scott, Tracy, Katie, Krystal, Sarah, Mary Ellen, Anna, Kevin, Jenny and Molly; and three great grandchildren, Charlotte, Sam and Connor.

Ben was preceded in death by his wife, Shirley, daughter, Debbie, grandchildren, Benjamin Motylinski and Laura Ostrowski, 3 brothers, John, Edward and George Ostrowski and 4 sisters, Jean Keening, Sophie Wire, Jane Wesolowski and Martha Rutta.

In lieu of flowers memorials can be designated to St. Lawrence Church or Assumption High School.

"Ben's family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to the staffs at Pine Ridge, Our House, as well to Aspirus Comfort Care Hospice."

Published by Wisconsin Rapids Daily Tribune on Feb. 11, 2013.
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Uncle Benny....May You Rest In Peace

James Ostrowski

September 12, 2013

Mike and Dave, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family with the loss of your Dad. Sandee Peases

Sandee Pease

February 15, 2013

Thoughts and prayers to your whole family as you remember Ben's life. May family, friends and memories comfort you all.

Laura Grassl

February 14, 2013

My dear cousins, a friend just told me about Uncle Benny's passing. I was so sad to hear of it, as well as Aunt Shirley's. I often thought "I've got to get Mom and go see them - as soon as it's nice out".
I will never forget their kindness.
Just remembering "Unca Bunny's" (as my daughters called him) smile and sense of humor makes me smile. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Regina Wimmer

February 14, 2013

My sincerest condolences to all of Ben's family. I helped take care of Ben the last yr. or so at our facility and it was such a pleasure to have him there with us, many of days he would make me smile by just saying hi!! And vice versa for him as well. Ben was one of my favorite residents and I'm going to miss him, but I know now that he is with the good Lord and his wife Shirley. I'm sorry I wasn't able to make it to the wake due to vehicle trouble, but you were all in my prayers and thoughts.

Vicki Gross

February 14, 2013

Mike and Dave,
My sincerest sympathy to you and your family at this time of your bereavement. May your father's Soul Rest In Peace.

Ray Kumapayi

February 14, 2013

Dear Dave and Laurie,
Linda and I extend sincere sympathy to you and family.We feel for your loss but know he is now in the loving hands of GOD. Paul and Linda Johnson

February 13, 2013

Dave and Mike, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family one your loss. Your Dad and Mom are now back together in a better place.

Don Gutkowski

February 13, 2013

My condolences to you and your family.

Mike Larson

February 13, 2013

Dear Mary Lou and Family,
Kris and I would like to extend our sincere sympathy on your dad's passing. I have always remembered both your mom and dad as kind and gentle people. May he be at peace now.
Love Ro

February 13, 2013

Dear Mary Lou and Family,
Kris and I would like to extend our sincere sympathy on your dad's passing. I always remember both your mom and dad as kind and gentle people. May he be at peace now.
Love Ro

February 13, 2013

worked with him many years water light great man husband father g father

dick lechner

February 11, 2013

My condolences to the entire Ostrowski family... Ben and Shirley are now back together peaceful with the Lord and they are both missed and loved by many friends and family... Sylvia Mancl

Sylvia Mancl

February 11, 2013

Dear Ostrowski Family,
Our heartfelt condolences are with all of you.

We always treasured our visits with your Mom & Dad & whichever of you kids might have been at home at the time. I especially remember Auntie Francie asking from time to time, Do you think we could go over to Benny & Shirley's this weekend? They were always the most hospitable and eager to please hosts.

Our last visit would have been at least 5 years ago when there was a family reunion in Point at one of the lodges in Bukolt Park. Those are always such special times.

Your family is in our prayers and may it give your hearts rest that Mom & Dad are together once again.

Grant eternal rest unto Ben oh Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon him.

May his soul and the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace.

Prayers and Condolences,
Debbie (Hahn) & Martin Kilmurray
2520 Easlan Dr., Plover, WI

February 11, 2013

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