Dennis Jay Osterhouse

Cape Coral - Dennis Jay Osterhouse, age 64, passed away in his home surrounded by his family and close friends on September 19th, 2025. He was born on August 4, 1961 in Kalamazoo, Michigan.

Dennis lived his life by faith, with great enthusiasm and love for those around him. An avid sailor, handyman, and adventure-planner, he never missed an opportunity to make great memories with family and friends, to fix something that was broken, or to make a joke with an (almost) straight face. Dennis was an excellent musician and loved playing drums for church services, musicals, and big band. He was incredibly talented and took pride in doing a job well.

Dennis was a pillar of leadership at Northside Baptist Church, who came together to support him and his family over the past year in innumerable ways. He was faithful in service to the church as an elder, deacon, musician, teacher and sound and technology tech. He served joyfully until his last days.

He is survived by his devoted wife of 34 years, Eladia Osterhouse, his adult children, Marissa (Zachary) Drum, Sarah Osterhouse, Wesley (Tiffany) Osterhouse, and Rebecca Osterhouse. He was dearly loved by his grandchildren through Marissa: Jameson, Everett, and baby Lydia. He is survived by his brothers, Donald Osterhouse and Brian (Pam) Osterhouse and his mother, Nancy Ossman. Dennis is preceded by his father, Howard Ray Osterhouse, and his half-brother, Howard Ray Osterhouse, Jr. (Howie).

Dennis' heart of gold and profound faith will live on in those who love him.

The memorial service will be held at Northside Baptist Church, 8250 Littleton Rd, North Fort Myers, FL 33903 on Saturday, September 27th, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. Flowers may be sent to Northside Baptist Church and can be received on September 26th between 10:00 a.m and 5:00 p.m.