John R. Oelstrom

Oelstrom, John R. Of Mequon, WI. Wednesday, October 10, 2012, age 69 years. John proudly served his country in the U.S. Marine Corps during the Vietnam era. He always remained true to the values of the Corps and was never an "ex" Marine. After his enlistment in the Marines, he had a strong career at Forrer Business Interiors. His next big step was to venture out on his own, creating the Delta Group, a Sales Promotion Company. Perfectly utilizing his people skills and solid salesmanship, he built the Delta Group into a solid entity. Looking forward to enjoying retirement, John needed two spine surgeries which unfortunately limited his physical abilities. John had three years of constant pain now he has none. In life, John was always fun to be with. He gave 100 % to every adventure, whether power boating, hunting, riding one of his several Harleys, or grilling the PERFECT steak. He will be terribly missed by the many who knew him and loved him, and especially by his life partner of forty-three years, Mary. Best friend and beloved husband of Mary (nee Draws). Dearest brother of James (Sharon) Oelstrom. Favorite son-in-law of Marie (the late Al) Draws. Loving uncle of Matt Oelstrom MD, Krystal (Corey) Lorenz and Ben, Jacob, and David Dougherty. Special brother-in-law of Ann(the late Gary) Larson, John (Christine) Draws and Jane (Michael) Dougherty. Proud great uncle of Hayden Lorenz. He was preceded in death by his parents Robert and Mary Jane Oelstrom. Also survived by other great relatives and special, loving friends. A Memorial Gathering will be held for John on Tuesday, October 23, 2012, from 3-6PM Spanky's Hideaway, 5208 W. County Line Rd., in Mequon, WI 53092. Military Honors will take place at 4PM. Memorials to charity of the donor's choice appreciated.