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Memories and Condolences
for Orsten Artis
Angel D Lugo,ret. Police officer(Gary)
February 18, 2025
I remember a game between Froebel and Tolleston at memorial auditorium where Orsten hit about 7 straight baskets and so did Mckinney,the Twister.They took turns making baskets!!!!I never seen such a display.I just found out that he had passed away(02-18-25)May he rest in peace.To his family my condolences.
TROY NOLAN
June 30, 2020
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always. As I watch the movie Glory Days over and over again, It brings me joy and happiness. I know its been many years since 1966, I was 1 years old when this team one the championship, Im grateful to have come to know about this great man and team. God bless you all!
Robert Ricard
December 23, 2019
I just came upon Orstens obit. I grew up in Gary and went to Emerson High School and was fortunate to play with Harry Flournoy one year. Little O gave many thrills watching him play at Memorial. Sorry that he passed but he will always be remembered. Thanks Orsten for such great memories
Carlene Artis-LaBudde
January 13, 2019
After seeing the movie "Glory Road". The last name Artis is not like Jones or Smith, so I wonder if there is some relation to us. My uncle was Britt Artis, my father was Wilson Ruben Artis. I'm sorry I didn't know my grandfather on that side. I wish I had seen the movie before Orsten passed away. Hope to hear from someone on that side.
Camille
July 28, 2018
Road and life of Glory!
January 10, 2018
To the Artis family.
I was very sadden to learn of Orsten's passing. We became acquainted as fellow Gary Police Officers. I grew up with the Artis family in East Chicago, a fine family. Orsten was a good and caring person to all. He will be sorely missed.
Clemmon Julkes & family
Salem, Al.
Darwin Cox
January 10, 2018
A true classy man. A Gary In legend. God bless him and condolences to his familiy.
Linda Wilson
January 6, 2018
To the Artis family. Sorry for your lost and you are in my prayers.
Lena Patterson Smith
January 6, 2018
On Behalf of the Froebel Class of 1965...We send Our Condolences to the Family of Orsten Artis..."Little O"..
Many are the Cheers that were sent up from the seats of Memorial Auditorium during the Basketball Games and the HOURS of Enjoyment as we watched him compete on Our Team in the "Holiday Tournaments"...
Although we were Underclassmen, I shall Forever remember His SMILE as he graced the Halls of Froebel High School and Greeted Us One and ALL...Our Prayers go out to the Family...May Your Hearts Find Peace and Joy in ALL of the Wonderful Memories that You have of Him!..He was a TRUE Icon who represented His FAMILY and His High School Very Well...
Respectfully,
Lena Patterson Smith
Chairman, Froebel Class of 1965 Committee
Victoria Hower
January 6, 2018
To the Artis family, sorry to hear about the lost of Orsten he was truly a good friend, we had a lot of good memories together and he will truly be missed. God makes no mistake RIP my friend
Catherine Branch Patterson
January 5, 2018
Sympathy and prayers to Robbie and family
January 5, 2018
From William H Jones Jr & Cynthia L Jones
and the Jones Family.
To the ARTIS Family, our words cannot explain the sadness in our hearts for the loss of your loved one, please accept our deepest sympathy, and Blessing's for you all.
January 5, 2018
Praying for you Robbie and your family. Orsten is now with his holy father. Be Blessed always.
Marian Owens & Family
Zenobia Hodges
January 5, 2018
On The Loss Of Your Brother, Uncle, Father, Friend, Cousin, My Condolences. His Memory Will remain With All Of Us Always. As A longtime Friend, There Will Always Remain ( In My Mind ) That Smile. Always, The Same Whenever We Met. He Was A Great Athlete For Froebel. Became A Famous Athlete For Texas Western. To Me, Always A Great Friend. May You Rest In Heaven. As You Enter Paradise, May The Angels Lead You.
Mary (Ross) Williams
January 5, 2018
To Arthur,Deborah and the entire family. We are so sorry to hear about the passing of your dearly beloved Orsten. We Pray you will all find comfort in knowing that he suffer no more. Earth has no sorry that Heaven cannot heal.Our Prayers and thoughts are with you all.From long time ago friends of Deborah and Arthur.Hope these names help you remember who.The Ross girls. ANNIE QUEEN,JUANITA,MARY ALICE(Mae),BARBARA JEAN,and ROSS LEE.
Michael & Ermalene Gault Sr
January 4, 2018
To the Family,
Artis is at peace. Think of the good times and smile. For comfort read Ecclesiastes 3:1-15,17,19,20,22. Artis & I were in the Bureau together at one time back in the day. May The Creator bring you peace during this time.
January 4, 2018
As one who attended Horace Mann in the late '50's and early '60's, I well remember Mr. Artis. He was an artist on the basketball court and a whale of a fine competitor. Another of Gary's legend departs and that saddens me. But the memories of the man shall last forever in my memory. R.I.P, Sir.
Sincere condolences to his children but know that you had a special man for a Dad! Yes you did! Cherish the memories.
Arnold Coons
Mann '63
January 4, 2018
As one who attended Horace Mann in the late 50's and early 60's, I well remember Mr. Artis from his days on the Froebel basketball team. He was truly an artist with the round ball and a bit of a legend around town back in the day. The only regret is that he didn't play for Mann! Godspeed to you sir. Condolences to your children.
Arnie Coons
Horace Mann '63
Celia Wilborn
January 4, 2018
My sincere sympathy to Orsten Artis and family. I pray the Lord send peace and strength your way so long my dear classmate as you travel on your last journey to be with our heavenly Father God when Jesus says yes nobody can say no, fare well.
Dorothy King
January 4, 2018
My deepest condolences to the family of Orsten Artis classmate. May the Lord bless you all in your time of sorrow
Joseph L. Griffin Jr
January 4, 2018
My thoughts and prayers go out to the family of brother Artis.I remember the days working with him in the Detective Bureau , at GPD. He was an excellent Police officer and Gentleman R.I. P.
Cynthia Jones
January 4, 2018
Blessings to the family from you cousins, the Jones'es.
Jesse Salomon
January 4, 2018
Orsten was a fine man and a fine outstanding Gary Police Officer, I will always remember his pleasant disposition.
Ted Brown
January 4, 2018
My prayers and condolences to the family,of my former GPD,co worker and friend,may he R.I.P.
Ophelia Miles
January 4, 2018
Sad to hear of my friend passing-on, he was a kind and beloved man who was liked by all.
I offer my prayers to his family.
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