Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
Robert Osterhus Obituary
Robert J. Osterhus ("Bob") of New York passed away on March 15, 2021. Born to Phyllis and Levi Osterhus of Minneapolis MN in 1939, Bob was a graduate of Yale and MIT. Survived by his children, Edward Osterhus (Stephanie) and Elizabeth Osterhus; by three grandchildren, Eric Osterhus, Theodore Fleuette and Margaret Fleuette. Predeceased by his parents, his brother James Osterhus, and his former wife, Muffy.
Prior to his retirement, Bob was founder and CEO of Orion Consultants, a financial management consulting firm based in Manhattan.
Bob was well-known for his enthusiastic generosity, whether to prominent non-profits or to individuals who had the good fortune to cross his path. Throughout the world are countless cab drivers, doormen, waiters, and other service industry professional who have benefitted enormously from his outsized tips, in support of their endeavors.
An avid contributor to various organizations including Save the Children, Caumsett State Park, and the Metropolitan Museum of Art, Bob sought opportunities to donate his time and talent as well.
Over the years, his many hobbies included gardening, cultivating orchids, skiing, tennis, paddle, cooking / fine dining, and photography / high-end AV equipment. He also greatly enjoyed the fine and performing arts, particularly the opera, Broadway and off-Broadway productions, and ballet.
At Christmas time, Bob enjoyed playing the role of Santa – arriving with overstuffed bags, and happily distributing magnificent gifts to his grandchildren. At Halloween, Bob's apartment at his Upper East Side Manhattan residence was the most popular destination – adorned with incredible décor each year, Bob handed out fistfuls of candy and UNICEF coins to every Trick or Treater who stopped by to visit the "Friendly Warlock on the 17th Floor."
In his later years, Bob was a volunteer cheerleader and chauffeur to his grandchildren, driving them to their after-school activities and attending their sports games. His loving and eccentric presence will be greatly missed.
A memorial will be announced on a later date. In lieu of flowers, please consider a contribution to Save the Children Long Island Council, PO Box 38, Cold Spring Harbor, NY 11724. Or visit: https://www.savethechildrenli.org/d
onate/page6.html
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Robert Osterhus
6 Entries
Yvete G Morales
April 6, 2021
Sending loving thoughts and prayers.
Simone Taylor
March 26, 2021
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering your loved one today and always. Please except my warmest condolences.
Tony Hoyt
March 22, 2021
So sorry to read about Bob's death. What a wonderful man he was! Haven't seen him since my Cold Spring Harbor days (a gazillion years ago) but remember him vividly. He was a joy to be around. My deepest sympathy to his family at this time.
Gail
March 18, 2021
Liz how fortunate to have such an accomplished Father
Elizabeth Papp Kamali
March 17, 2021
Dear Ned and Liz,
Please accept my heartfelt condolences. Bob made such a difference in so many young lives, including mine. I will never forget his kindness, generosity, and confidence in the potential of all his associates. And I continue to feel great emotion when I remember how, when my father died in 1998 (only one year into my time at Orion), Bob closed the office for the afternoon so that he and all my co-workers could make the pilgrimage up to Yonkers for the wake. May his memory be a blessing to you and your families.
With sympathy,
Liz
Elizabeth Papp Kamali
The Lindsay Hewitts
March 17, 2021
Dear Liz and Ned, He was indeed a very special friend. We are glad that he had those special times with you and his grandchildren. He will continue to be in our prayers and thoughts.
Bobbe and Lindsay Hewitt
Showing 1 - 6 of 6 results
Make a Donation
in Robert Osterhus's name
Memorial Events
for Robert Osterhus
How to support Robert's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor Robert Osterhus's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
