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Donald Osterholm Obituary

Donald W. Osterholm 82
New Britain Ct.
(Formerly of Worcester, Ma.) - Donald W. Osterholm of New Britain Ct. died Saturday (Jan. 26, 2013) peacefully in his sleep at home. He leaves two daughters, Cathy Landry of Marysville, WA; Susan Osterholm and husband Raymond Gaudet of Holden, MA; a son Michael P. of New Britain; two sisters, Shirley Gustavson and Nancy Hogan; a grandson David Landry; many neice's and nephew's and numerous "adopted" children, grandchildren and cousins. He was predeceased by a brother J. Roger of Ormond Beach, Fl. He grew up in Worcester on Indian Lake, son of Walfred A. and Ellen O. (Hendrickson) Osterholm. Donald graduated from Upsala College in 1954 and was a Corpsman in the Navy. He became the director of various YMCA branches where he retired while living in Middletown Ct. Donald loved nature, fishing, swimming and scuba diving. He was a charter member of the Trinity Lutheran Church in Worcester. There are no calling hours, and a memorial service will be held at a later date, to be determined by the Family.

Published by Worcester Telegram & Gazette from Jan. 31 to Feb. 1, 2013.
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Susan, Cathy, Michael, David and the whole family and friends: I am so grateful that I had this guy as my Uncle Donald. When I talked to him after my father's passing, the spark I knew from him from my youth was recalled, so many years later. I will always have a very, very fond place in my heart for this terrific uncle of mine. I wish I could have seen more of him, wish I were able to be more of a traveler, and see family up north. Perhaps someday. I'm so sorry his time with us had to come to an end. What a good man we lost. He was a true man of service, not only the Navy but YMCA and with that many communities. I respect it so much about him. God be with you all and I know his spark will not fade with you all around!

Jon Osterholm

February 14, 2013

So sorry for the loss of your Dad.My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Kathy Beshai

February 8, 2013

Sue I am sorry for your loss of your faher and my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Michelle Tresider

February 1, 2013

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