Mary Ann Ostrem
July 08, 2013
Mary Ann Ostrem, 76, passed away at the Taylor House Hospice Center in Des Moines on Monday, July 8, 2013, after succumbing to a short bout with breast cancer.
Mary Ann was born in Atlantic, Iowa; the only child of Kathryn Pessuth Baker and Glenn Baker. She grew up in Des Moines where she attended North High School. She graduated in 1955.
Mary Ann met Dave Ostrem while working at a local law firm. They wed on November 4, 1961, and they shared 51 wonderful years together. Mary Ann was the owner of Mary Ann's Gifts and Antiques in historical Valley Junction, West Des Moines, for 20 years. During that time, she raised 4 beautiful children, Lynn (Minneapolis), Dave Jr. (West Des Moines), Adam (Dallas) and Matthew (St. Louis).
Mary Ann is preceded in death by her parents and her young daughter, Beth Ingeborg, who passed away in 1963. She leaves behind her husband, Dave, 4 children, and 6 grandchildren.
Mary Ann once said that being a wife and mother was her greatest accomplishment. But her true passion was traveling, which she and Dave did extensively.
A memorial service will be held at Lutheran Church of Hope, 925 Jordan Creek Parkway, West Des Moines, at 11:30 a.m. on Friday, July 12, 2013. Mary Ann will be laid to rest in a private family ceremony at Glendale Cemetery preceding the service.
In lieu of flowers, Mary Ann requested that donations be made to the Shriners Hospital for Children - Twin Cities Unit, 2025 E. River Pkwy, Minneapolis, MN 55414, or online at: www.shrinershospitalsforchildren.org/Hospitals/Locations/TwinCities.aspx. This unit services the greater Des Moines area.
The family would like to acknowledge the efforts and care provided by the doctors, nurses, hospice caregivers and especially the staff at the John Stoddard Cancer Center. We appreciate all you do.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Mark Amick and family
07/14/2013
Uncle David, Lynn, and boys, So sorry for your loss. Please know you all are in our prayers and that our thoughts are with you.
richard iaffaldano
07/12/2013
Mary Ann will be in our prayers.
Beverly( Consolver) Belieu
07/12/2013
Dave Jr., My deepest sympathy.
It saddens me to think of your great loss. Though many years have passed since I had the privilege of knowing and working for Mary Ann, I have not forgotten what a wonderful and dynamic lady that she was. Beautiful on the inside and out. Mary Ann is someone I admired and respected.
May peace be with you all, as you mourn the loss of your mother and wife. She is unforgettable
God Bless you and your family, Bev Belieu
Gregg & Janelle Erwood
07/11/2013
Matt, Misty and the entire Ostrem Family, Heartfelt condolences to you and your family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Much love from old friends!
Bob Osterhoudt
07/11/2013
Lynn, Dave and sons. Sorry for your loss of Mary Ann. In the short time of our acquaintance, she was a truly lovely and energetic woman and unforgetable. I wish you all well. Sincerely, Bob
Lynn..please call if you would like to talk
JACK TEMME
07/10/2013
PLEASE ACCEPT MY SYMPATHY TO OSTREM FAMILY.......THOUGHTS & PRAYERS WITH YOU'LL......MAY GOD HOLD MARY ANN IN THE PALM OF HIS HAND.......
Pete Feldmann
07/10/2013
Dear Dave & Family:
I know how tough it is to lose a wife and mother. You have my sincere sympathy in your loss of Mary Ann. I am sure you have wonderful memories, and I hope they will console you in your grief. May the love of your friends comfort you.
Margie
07/10/2013
Lynn and family,
I will always remember Mary Ann as a beautiful, strong, inspiring and amazing woman. You are in my thoughts and heart. Love and peace to you.
Margie (Dooley) Gehringer
Chad & Jodi Van Bell
07/10/2013
Matt and the entire Ostrem Family,
We are very sorry to hear about the loss of your loved one. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.
Gene & Patti Warner
07/10/2013
David and family, our prayers are that God will surround with His ever loving arms during this difficult time, and you will have the peace that surpasses all understanding.
Judy Webber & Tom Delph
07/10/2013
Matt and family; We are so saddened about the loss of your mother and wife. We wish we lived closer to wrap our arms around you all. May God be with you all during this sad time and we are praying for Gods' blessing on you all.
Wesgate Family
07/10/2013
To the Ostem Family,
We are so very sorry for your loss, we will have you in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Love,
Your Westgate Condominium Family
Jerry Spragg
07/09/2013
We are so very sorry for your loss. She will be greatly missed by us all. Are thoughts will be with you. Love Jerry, Kathy & Jereme Spragg.