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Joe DeVincent
January 10, 2020
It does not seem like my very good friend , Ed , has been gone that long. He was liked by all that knew him. What a super person, I am very proud to have been a friend of his. Rest in peace my friend!
Linda Beard
January 22, 2013
Uncle Ed is a great soul. He will bring laughter to those of us already in heaven. He will rejoice in being reunited with family and friends. I imagine he is still greeting people in a long line - welcoming him to his new home. My heart is with Aunt Esther and their kids who remain here. I only hope he is out of pain, and passing out the beer. Is there beer in heaven? Hope the song is wrong. Love all the Oestereichs like family. Loved Uncle Ed like a father. May he be in peace and out of pain.
Neice
John Zuber
January 21, 2013
My most sincere sympathy to the Oesterich family.
Arthur Keith Oestereich
January 21, 2013
I watched my Pop for many years and learned how be a person of character with dignity, honor and respect for God, family and country. My Pop set the benchmark. I will miss him always and will love him forever. It was an honor and a privilege to have the opportunity to care for him late in life. We spent many hours together and I wouldn't trade that for anything. I wouldn't be the man I am without him.
I love you Pop! Godspeed and have fun at the ballpark with Grandpa, Sonny and Richard. I hope they play two and Stan the Man goes yard a couple of times and you get one of the balls!
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Kati Beach
January 20, 2013
You will be missed so much, Grandpa. I'm so lucky to have a lifetime of wonderful memories, and to know I was loved by you. Your spirit will live on through the stories we tell. I hope you have a beer in hand, listening to the Cardinals win, and teasing everyone around you in heaven. Love you always.
Christy Oestereich Schuld
January 20, 2013
Uncle Ed was a true American hero. Our family was blessed by having him in our lives. He taught us about love and the importance of family. A gentle giant with a heart of gold. He brought laughter into our lives and protected each and everyone of us with his strength, he encouraged us to do our best, learn from our mistakes and to take pride in who we are. Thank you Uncle Ed. Knowing you are home again with family, safe with Jesus makes your passing somewhat easier..Rest in Peace dear Uncle...till we all meet again, and what a joyous family reunion that will be. Your Niece, Christy
Becki Alexander
January 20, 2013
I'm sorry for your loss.
Russ Oestereich
January 17, 2013
My prayers and LOVE for my brother and family will be with me until my Lord calls me home to be with them. Bro. Ed was the Patriarch for years in our family and will be missed by all. Although I could not be there in body, I am in prayer and spirit.
ED OESTRICH (FROM MY COLLECTION}
January 17, 2013
Great nephew Justin Hager
January 17, 2013
My dear great uncle Ed... He means so much to our family that he will be missed forever.
Uncle Ed was the definition of what a man should be. Strong and Courageous... His values, character and sacrifices were distinguished and honorable.
I can picture him in heaven reuniting with old friends and family... RIP.
Charles Urban
January 16, 2013
My prayers and sympathy go to the Oestereich family. I met Ed when I joined the MoANG in 1975. He was a good friend and will be missed.
Frank Finklang ,Lt Col Ret.
January 16, 2013
I will always remember Ed at the Retirees meetings. He was always busy making sure the food was ready and had a smile to greet you.It wont be the same...
January 16, 2013
Ed Oestereich was the uncle that most people can only dream of having. He had a wonderful and caring personality. He was funny and fun to be around. He was supportive to all and always inquired as to what was going on in my life and really cared. Uncle Ed was a joy to be around. Ed brought my father, LeRoy Beard, former Fire Chief of the Missouri National Guard, into the Guard. The two served together until their retirements. One of the photos hanging in my office is of Ed and Ester with my parents all dressed up in their wild bowling shirts going off to another National Guard bowling competition. The four loved traveling around the country together with the Guard bowling team. The whole Beard clan will miss Ed Ostereich. Heaven has a great new airman.
Vernon Counts
January 16, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with the Oesterich family at this time. Ed was a credit to MOANG. I worked with Ed and brothers for 30 yrs and Ed was liked by all. May his sole rest in peace.CMSGT Vernon Counts, Weapons Section
January 16, 2013
I am so sorry for your loss. Mr. Oestereich is a great man! Your all in my thoughts and prayers.
Love Cindy and Girls
Dumb Broad
January 16, 2013
Dear Family, We are so sorry we are not able to be with you in your times of sorry and grief,but our hearts and prayers will always be with all of you. Bet there's one heck of a party going on in heaven. Some day we will all have a reunion again like the good ole days. Uncle ED we love you and will miss you. Please give everyone hugs and kisses from me and always remember I love you
Doug & Dee Ladd
January 16, 2013
Sorry that we couldn't be there! Ed will be missed and not forgotten. One of the good old MOANG'ers. Won't forget the stories and adventures that I encountered with Ed. We must remember that he is in a better place now. Dano, you and your family is in our prayers.
Pat Prindable
January 16, 2013
I was sorry to hear that Ed has passed away. He was a good guy that would take the time to help stupid young troops like myself. He was a dedicated member of the Missouri Air Guard and an outstanding human being. He will surely be missed.
Don Smith
January 16, 2013
I have known Ed since 1961 when I joined the Air Guard. We served together in France in 1961-62. Over the years we played softball, bowled and golfed together many times. I have fond memories of Ed and other members of his family. My condolences to the family.
Frank (Barney) Kellam (Col USAF ret.)
January 16, 2013
This old fighter pilot will always be grateful for the many professional skills, strong leadership and friendly support from Ed Oesteriech for over two decades of service together. Comfort and sympathy to his family and friends.
January 16, 2013
Bob and I are so sorry to hear of your loss. Unable to come to funeral home but know that we will be thinking of you and the family
Ruth and Bob Kintz
Anna-Marie Oestereich
January 16, 2013
I will miss a Great Father-In-Law! It will leave an empty space where there was a very full personality. Missing you already Dad! Rest in peace.
Vicki & Herb Glass
January 16, 2013
Keith and Anna we are so sorry for your loss. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers:(
Kathleen Flavin
January 16, 2013
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
January 16, 2013
To the most amazing Father-In-Law even though it was for a short time. You will always hold a special place in my heart. Love you Dad. Rest in peace.
Rita Herndon
January 16, 2013
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Lisa Muschler
January 16, 2013
The memory of Ed will continue to shine in many hearts with great fondness. He was a truly good man and it was my honor to know him, work with him, and just be friends with he and Ester. They were always very special to me. My thoughts and prayers are with all those he leaves behind on his journey home.
January 16, 2013
I will miss a Great Father-In-Law! It will leave an empty space where there was a very full personality. Missing you already Dad! Rest in peace.
Steve N Lunsford, SMSgt USAF, ret.
January 16, 2013
Ed will surely be missed by me and others from the 131st. I have fond memories of Ed and other members of the family. I knew Ed for over 20 wonderful years. God Bless him and his Family. Soon, myself and others will be with Ed and we will stand before our God for our last inspection.
Joe DeVincent
January 16, 2013
I am out of and can not attend the services for my very good and long time friend I first had the good fortune to meet Ed when I first was hired by the Air Guard in 1972. He also ran the bowling group that went to the Military Bowling Tour. for many years. He will be missed by many. May God bless all of "ED's" family in these trying times.
Joe DeVincent SMsgt retired
Missouri Air National Guard
Fredric Schwartz SMSGT (Ret)
January 16, 2013
ED was one of my true mentors and dear friend. I came to know his family through the Guard and the Board of Governors of the NCO Club. My condolences to all the family.
Wilbur Tackaberry
January 16, 2013
I met Ed in the early 50's. We had both served in Naval Aviation and became very good friends throughout the years in the Air Guard. We had alot in common to talk about. Ed was well liked by the enlisted men and also the commissioned ranks. He will be missed by all at members and former members of the Guard. I am honored to have been able to add him to the Air Guards Honor Roll. The site is
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'when the roll is called up yonder, we will see you there Ed.'
Wilbur L. Tackaberry, CMSGT RET USAF/USNAVY
Bill & Melissa Zuber
January 16, 2013
Really sorry for your loss Ed I always remember Ed being involved at all of the family functions at the guard base when I was growing up, and even more so when I was a member of the guard. It was truly a big family organization back then. Ed will be missed a bunch.
shelli carbrey
January 16, 2013
To an amzazing Great Uncle, words could never describe what you meant to me, you will be truly missed, I know that you are sharing your war stories up in heaven with Uncle lee..I know he probably had a beer waiting for you as you passed through the gates of Heaven.. This is not goodbye, but until we meet again.. Love you..
(Msgt rt.) Thomas & Carol Fritzsche
January 16, 2013
It can be so hard to face the first year without your loved one, but the love of family and friends can carry you through.
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