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Glen Oesterle Obituary
HANNA CITY - Glen Oesterle, age 75, of Hanna City, passed away Sunday, March 29, 2015, at his home.
Glen was born on April 5, 1939, in Peoria to George and Pearl (Dugard) Oesterle. He was married to Carol Keys, and she preceded him in death in 2001.
Surviving are his children, Lyn (Jess) Olenski of Wisconsin, Kathy Hawkins of Chatham, Ill., and Gary Oesterle of Peoria, Ill.; his daughter-in-law, Sandy Oesterle of Glasford, Ill.; eight grandchildren, Stacey, Alisha, Dustin, Greg, Taylor, Aleka, Austin and Gavin; eight great-grandchildren; his brother, Frank (Elaine) Mauk of Charleston, Ind.; his sister, Judy (Wally) Zukas of Marion, Ill.; and his close friends, Sharon and Donny Lovelady.
He was preceded in death by his wife; one son, Gregory; one granddaughter, Chelsea; and his parents.
Glen owned Glen's Auto Body in Bellevue, which he opened in 1977. He also co-owned Country Relics with the Loveladys.
Glen was a member of the Bartonville American Legion and the Hanna City Sportsman Club and he enjoyed spending time outdoors, gardening and riding his Harley.
Cremation rites will be accorded, and a memorial visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m. Friday, April 3, 2015, at the Davison-Fulton Bartonville Chapel. A celebration of life will be held immediately following the visitation at the Bartonville American Legion.
Memorials may be made to the St. Jude Peoria to Memphis Ride.
Online condolences may be made through www.davison-fulton-bartonvillechapel.com.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Glen Oesterle
Len & Wendy Elgen
June 9, 2015
Glen and my Uncle Bob were the best of friends. When Uncle Bob passed, Glen drove to Montana for he and Uncle Bob to go on one last "road trip". Glen took Uncle Bob to his final resting place, next to Rita in Illinois. So sorry to have just learned of his passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you that loved Glen as Uncle Bob did.
April 15, 2015
I met Glen back in the late 60's when he was building and racing stock cars. What a great guy! I am so sorry to hear of his passing. May God bless his wonderful family.
Ron
Jenny (Harshbarger) Denny
April 6, 2015
My sincerest condolences to the Oesterle Family. He was friends with my parents and I remember as a little kid that Glen was always nice to me. A true friend to all who knew him. Prayers for strength and comfort.
Barb & Denny Boulton
April 6, 2015
Kathy, Gary and family. So very sorry for your loss. May memories bring you comfort in the days ahead. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
April 5, 2015
Dear Judy, So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this tender time. God Bless Gloria (Kneer) Leadley
April 3, 2015
To Gary, Sandy, Lynn, and Kathy, I just literally returned from Texas and heard about Glen I am so so sorry for your loss, I wish I could have told you in person, Just know what I have always cared about your dad and the rest of you. My thoughts and prayers are with you and for you now and for a very long time he has gone to a much better place to be with his loved ones who went before him, and I know this doesn't help all of you in your grief. I just wanted you do know I'm thinking of you and I care and love you all. Much Love Michele Alvey
April 3, 2015
It has been a very rough couple of years for the Oesterle family and I pray things get better. Glen was a great guy and always had a smile for everyone. He will be missed. Tyson and Lisa Lockhart (Trivoli Il
Jason Morrison
April 3, 2015
Oesterle family, I'm sorry to hear about your loss. Glen was & is a great man. He'll truly be missed by many. I'm glad I had the chance to meet & get to know him. I'm sending my love & prayers to you all. You all have my Sincerest Condolences.
Janet Knee
April 3, 2015
Glen, you are a great man and will truly and deeply be missed...It was a pleasure meeting you and getting to know you...I enjoyed working for you...You taught me things, helped me with personal things when needed and treated me great...I couldn't have asked for a greater person to work for, cause I don't thank there is one...You brightened my day every time we talked, I loved being around you...I have so much love and respect for you and It breaks my heart that I can't be there to pay my respects to you...You will always have a place in my heart...So until we meet again my friend, just know that you are dear to me...With Love Janet.K
Linda,Casey & Donnie Knee
April 3, 2015
Oesterle family, we're sorry for your loss. Glen was and is a good person. He will truly be missed. We are sending our love and prayers to you all.
Janet Knee
April 3, 2015
To Gary, Lyn, Kathy and the entire Oesterle family, I'm sorry for your loss...Glen is a great man and will truly and deeply be missed...I'm sending my love and prayers to you...You all have my Sincerest Condolences...
Breelyn Wilson
April 2, 2015
Wishing I could have met this great man sooner. Coming to visit in Glen's Autobody will never be the same, and he will forever be missed.
April 2, 2015
I only had the pleasure of meeting Glen just recently and I will say he was a true gentleman-he offered me his chair to sit. I truly enjoyed the conversation with him that evening. What a Kind, Sweet-hearted Man. My deepest sympathies go out to the Oesterle family..
~Deana Davis
Joan Stafford Coulter
April 2, 2015
So sorry to hear about your loss, prayers to my cousins, and all the grandchrildren. I remember him as always smiling.
Jim Grace
April 2, 2015
For the family of Glen the Grace family knew him very well and he was a great guy I was able to talk to him in Feb.and always enjoyed him.I was in third grade in 1947 so had many years together.So sorry to your family.Jim Grace and family
April 2, 2015
Our Sincerest Condolences to Glens Family, our family will miss his wonderful smile and kindness.The Crowe Family
Susie Shields
April 2, 2015
Glen was one of my favorite people - he always had a smile on his face and we have lots of wonderful memories of our childhood with him. He gave me my first job at the Body Shop and made me think I knew what I was doing! Forever holds a special place in my heart... Prayers, love and sympathy. Love Susie (Sears) Shields
Bobby & Linda Brown
April 2, 2015
We are very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time.
John Lofthouse
April 2, 2015
We are very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.
John and Tammy Lofthouse
Karen Hammond
April 2, 2015
So sorry for your loss, Glen will be missed by all.
Bob Fleming
April 1, 2015
Gary and Family,
We are so sorry for the loss of your father. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Your dad was a great man and will be missed. We love and miss you Gary.
Hammer and Julie Fleming
Cortni Boulton
April 1, 2015
Gary,
So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
karen kilpatrick
April 1, 2015
Gary/Kathy: I saw your dad on occasion at the warehouse or his business and he will be missed. Always had a smile and he helped me once with a car situation involving my kids. Such an easy going man who will be missed.
Jay and Barb Olenski
April 1, 2015
Lyn and family, we will keep you in our prayers during this time of loss. Losing a father is never easy. With Love from northern Wisconsin.
Kathy, Kent, Johnathon & Christopher Francis
April 1, 2015
We were so fortunate to count Glen as our well-loved neighbor and friend. His warm smile and big heart will be greatly missed! We hold his memory dear and are keeping all of his family and friends in our thoughts and prayers during this sad time of loss.
Ivan Roth
April 1, 2015
Lyn, Kathy, Gary, and family please accept my condolences, and know your Father was a very special man. Glen accepted his children's friends without question, and treated us like old friends on day one. He always greeted us with a smile, and made us feel welcome. I will cling to his memory, and be grateful for having known him.
Ronald Feagin
April 1, 2015
Ever once in a while a really nice person comes alone.Glen was that person. My Prayers go out to the entire family. RIP old friend.
Vicki and Gregg Rummel
April 1, 2015
Gary and family, you have our sincere sympathy. So very sorry for your loss.
Heather Berres
April 1, 2015
Very sad to hear this.... you'll be in my prayers..
April 1, 2015
To Glen's family we send our heartfelt wishes for strength in your time of sorrow. Your dad was one of my dearest friends in high school and I loved him like a brother. We saw him last at our 50th reunion and being with him again was the highlight of our trip. Your dad always was a good and a decent man; one whose memory I will treasure forever.
Bill and Patsy Mooberry
Bill & Judy Woosley
April 1, 2015
So sorry for your loss. Gary and family, our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Janet, Joshua, Joey & Molly Fechter
April 1, 2015
Forever in Our Hearts... Glen, will Forever Be Missed....Keeping All of the Oesterle Family & Friends in Our Prayers...
Stacey Putts
April 1, 2015
We miss you grandpa, you will be missed by many! You were an amazing man who have done so much for all of us.
April 1, 2015
Gary and family,
So sorry for your loss, I had only met Glen a few times but he sure was a sweet guy. My thoughts are with you and your family..
becky lowry...harvey
April 1, 2015
Sorry for yr loss....my dad will love to see him.......
Donna Siegrist
April 1, 2015
Lyn, Kathy and Gary so very sorry to hear about your Dad. My heart and prayers go out to you and your family. Your Dad was such a super nice guy that always had a smile on his face. He will be missed by many. RIP Glen..Fly with the angels.
Mary Weakley
March 31, 2015
Gary, Lyn and Kathy - Glen was my "Blues Buddy" and he did so much for everyone. He will by greatly missed.
Bobby Sears
March 31, 2015
Lyn, Kathy and gary, so sorry to here about your dad. He was one of my hero's. I am sending prayers to all of you and please let us know if you need anything.
Bobby and Patti Sears
Lisa Smalley
March 31, 2015
Gary and family,
Was so sad to hear of your dad's passing. He was such a great man. He always had a smile on his face. He will truly me missed. My heart breaks for you during this difficult time. Just remember he is now up in heaven watching over you....... Love and Hugs Lisa Smalley
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