Dr. Frank H. Osterhoudt, PhD, died peacefully at his home in The Kensington of Falls Church, Virginia. He is survived by his wife of over 60 years, Betty Anne. He was a loving father to Anne E. Grush (William) and Charles H. Osterhoudt (Diane), and grandfather to Hannah and Charles Frank.
Born and raised a dairy farmer, Frank earned degrees from Cornell and Wisconsin, specializing in water resource economics. He was an agricultural economics professor at New Mexico State, then a research economist for the Federal Departments of Agriculture, Energy, and Interior, where he collaborated with the Bureau of Indian Affairs.
Memorial service private. A celebration of life will be scheduled for a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Frank’s honor to Bread for the City. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.murphy-fh.com for the Osterhoudt family.