Pamela Ostrem
June 27, 2011
Pamela “Pam” Ostrem, 56, went home to be with her Lord and Savior June 27, 2011.
Pam was born September 9, 1954 in Des Moines. She graduated from East High School and worked as an advisor with Iowa Workforce for the past 26 years. Pam was very artistic and enjoyed crafting, scrapbooking and card making. She loved flowers and had beautiful flower and vegetable gardens. Her yard was full of flowers and when she ran out of space in her gardens, she planted more in flower pots and planters. Pam loved going to garage sales with her mother and daughter, watching scary movies and celebrating Halloween. She collected lambs and chickens and filled her home with her many “collectible treasures” but her greatest treasures in life were her three grandchildren. Pam attended Grace Church.
Those left to cherish her memory and all the joy and laughter she brought to their lives are her daughter, Heidi (Kirk) Moss; mother, Norma Slaughter; companion, John Latshaw; step-siblings, Diane Floden, Deb Melichar, Denise Jons, Ron Slaughter and Gary Slaughter; and her beloved grandchildren, Baelei, Marissa and Kaide Moss. She was preceded in death by her father, Howard Hunt and step-father, Charles Slaughter.
Visitation will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, June 29, 2011 at Hamilton’s Funeral Home, 605 Lyon St. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday at the funeral home followed by burial at Laurel Hill Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made to Susan G. Komen for the Cure, Iowa.
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Tracey Tartt
06/30/2011
I have had the pleasure of working with Pam for 2 years at Iowa Workforce. Pams inner strenth during a time of trial and adversisty is something I will always remember. She was always kind to me. I will miss her and I feel blessed to have met her, and worked with her.
Adrian Stinson (Addi Bush)
06/29/2011
Heidi, my Grandmother (Phyllis Howard) told me today about your loss. I am so sorry. Thinking of you and your family at this time and praying for God's love and peace. Wishing you all the best.
Jodi Moldovan
06/29/2011
We are so sorry for your loss. Pam was a real sweetheart and had lots of love to give. She always had a smile on her face. She will truly be missed friends and family. Our heartfelt sympahty to you all. God bless you. Love, Jodi and Chad Moldovan
Alyssan Fitzgerald
06/29/2011
Heidi, Kirk, Baelei, Marissa, Kaide and "Bikey Grandma" - our hearts are filled with sorrow during this time of loss and break for you. Take peace in knowing she is no longer in pain. Cherish your memories and celebrate her life and the many special times you had with her. Know she is in heaven wearing those leopard print rubber shoes while planting some flowers. We love you all and are here for you.
Love - Chris, Alyssan, Alivia and Sofia....and Ashley too.
Ambra Blaylock
06/29/2011
Heidi & Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Please let us know if there is anything we can do for you during this time and after. We will keep you and your family in our thoughts and prayers.