Edward M. Osterhus
March 04, 1919 - September 01, 2013
Obituary
MADISON-Edward Osterhus, age 94, of Madison, died peacefully at home on Sunday, Sept. 1, 2013. Ed served in WWII for 4 years as an aviation weather observer. Later, he spent 25 years as a welder for Nagel Hart. Eddie loved to travel and after his retirement, he and Ann spent 20 years touring the United States and Canada. They also spent time visiting Mexico, England, and France. The family has many treasured memories of the fun we had with him. We enjoyed his wonderful sense of humor and his zest for life.
Ed is survived by his wife, Ann, to whom he was married for 65 years. He is also survived by his two daughters, Pat Meyer (Mike Olivia) and Julie (Carl) TerMaat; grandchildren, Brian (Megan) TerMaat and Matthew TerMaat; and great-grandson, Landon TerMaat.
Per Eddie’s wishes, there will be private family services. On-line condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.
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Francis Standish
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I'm so sorry to hear of the passing of a true American hero, both too his country and his family and friends. I knew Ed from playing euchre tournaments and him also coming to our cabin in Richland county a few years back for a weekend of cards and jokes. He will be truly missed by all that knew such a nice man. Ed's friend, Francis Standish
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jackie bentz
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So sorry for your loss. Meeting Ed and Anne was one of the delightful memories of our recent trip to Madison to see my mother Delores Kiefer. God bless you Anne and family. Sincerely, Steven and Jackie Bentz (Delores's daughter and son-in-law)
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Dear Ann and Pat..Love and sympathy to you and your family. My favorite memory of Ed is the ride we had together in the Mercedes convertible...in the later 80's, I believe. It made for great conversation, even the last time I visited with him and you, Ann in June! He always asked about the car. More recently, I told Ed his high school class graduation photo from about 74 years ago is in a case at East High School. He thought that was pretty amazing! We always enjoyed our visits with you. Please know that we are always here for you too.
Love, LuAnn and Ellen