Ralph Oestriech passed peacefully on Sunday, February 15, 2026 at his home, his family was with him. He was born on April 20,1938 in Concorde Wisconsin. At 18 years old he joined the army, and after basic training he was sent to Chester, PA, where he met the love of his life at a dance. They dated for 12 weeks and married Bonieta and spent 64 wonderful and loving years with her and produced 4 children, Brenda Irwin (Malcolm passed), Ralph David Oestreich (Diane), Karen Oestreich, Elise Feliciano passed (Jesus passed). He had 12 grandchildren, Christine Riedel (Mike), M. Paul Irwin (Renee), Heather Leonard (Scott), Sherri Silva Garcia (Rigo),Sarah Oestreich, Ryan Oestreich, Ian Behrenshauser (Rina), Steven Behrenshauser, Lauren Bauer, Jessica Feliciano, Dennis Feliciano, Lily Feliciano; 15 great grandchildren, Ashley, Zachary, Jameson, Rebekah, Kimmy, Rigoberto Jr, Brennyn, Derek, Lucia, Alize, Callyandra, Gio, Kamryn; 2 great great grandchildren, Grayce, Jaxson.

He worked for a Duie Pyle as a truck driver for 35+ years and retired. After retirement, Mom and Dad traveled the states with their camper, then stopped at Zephyrhills, Florida at Waters Edge RV park, where they were snowbirds for a while and then, 11 years ago made it their full time home. They spent all total 25 years at Waters Edge. It was their favorite community and family. Dad loved their home and that's where he wanted to be until the end.

Visitation will take place 11-11:30 Am Saturday, February 21, 2026 at Hodges Family Funeral home will a memorial service to follow at 11:30 AM.