Gregory James Oestreich

Ripley

     Gregory J. Oestreich, 76, a resident of Ripley, passed away at his home following a lengthy illness.

     He was born on October 2, 1946, in Beaver Dam, WI, a son of the late Lester and Hildegard (Becker) Oestreich.  Greg was raised in Beaver Dam, WI and moved to Houghton as a teenager.  He was a graduate of the Houghton High School with the class of 1965.

     Mr. Oestreich was a veteran having served with the United States Army during the Viet Nam War.

     On September 11, 1982, Greg was united in marriage to the former Donna Bush. 

     Following his time in the service Greg worked a variety of jobs before beginning a career in the Computer Operations Department of D&N Bank in Hancock.  He then owned and operated Weber’s Sporting Goods in Houghton before becoming a licensed Realtor working for Century 21 North Country Agency. 

     Mr. Oestreich was active in the Realtor Community sitting on the Board of the UP Realtor’s Association.  He also enjoyed spending time outdoors downhill skiing in the winter and sailing in the summer.  Greg was a Kind, caring person who enjoyed giving a helping hand at any given time.

     Preceding him in death were, his parents and a brother Lester Oestreich.

     Surviving are: His wife: Donna Oestreich of Ripley; His son: Evan Oestreich of St. Louis, MO; His brother: Charles (Diane) Oestreich of Rock Island, IL; His sisters: Martha Brault of Chula Vista, CA, Jane Roberts of Sun Prairie, WI, Mary Risner of La Port, IN, Cathie (Bob) Behrendt of Two Rivers, WI, Jen (Pete) Lobner of San Diego, CA; Several In-Laws; Numerous nieces, nephews and cousins

     As requested no service will take place at this time.

     To view Greg’s obituary or to send condolences to the family please visit www.memorialchapel.net.

     The Memorial Chapel Funeral & Cremation Service – Hancock Chapel has been assisting the family with the arrangements.