Ivan Edward Oster

Ivan Edward Oster, 75, of Lochbuie, died Tuesday, April 9, 2013 in the comfort of his home. Ivan was born on April 14, 1937 in Greeley to John F. and Hallie Ethel (Werkheiser) Oster. He was the youngest of nine children.

Ivan grew up in Kersey and graduated from Keenesburg High School in 1955. He graduated from Barnes Business College. On October 18, 1959, he married Carmen Dennis of Greeley. They were longtime members of Community Baptist Church in Brighton, and he helped build their current facility. He was a maintenance man at Gate Cyclo for 21 years. Although he had a heart condition, he always worked hard to provide for his family’s future. His self-motivation inspired him to plan ahead by owning several rental properties. Ivan enjoyed woodworking, inventing, camping, and fishing. Above all was the FAITH that he had in his Savior, Jesus Christ, and the LOVE that he showed for his family. He served on the RE3-J school board, participated as a councilman in the Town of Lochbuie, helped initiate the starting of the Lions Club, and held leadership roles in the Lochbuie Senior Center.

Ivan is survived by his wife, Carmen; two daughters, Carmen (Paul) Cann of Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada and Cheryl (Brian) Evans of Brighton; three brothers, Jim, John (Janet), and Ted (Elaine) Oster, all of La Salle; five grandchildren, Jennifer (David) Eberhard of Brighton, Melissa (Ivan) Schulz, Benjamin (Kailey) Cann, and Karina Cann all of Vancouver Island B.C., Canada and Alyssa Evans of Brighton. A great-grandchild is expected in September.

Ivan was preceded in death by his son, Ivan (1970) and a daughter, Marlene (1983).

The viewing will be held Thursday, April 18th from 9-10:45 A.M. It will be followed by a family funeral at 11 at Stoddard Funeral Home, 3205 W. 28th St., Greeley. All friends and family are invited to a memorial service that will be held at 11:00 A.M., Saturday, April 20th at Harvest Fellowship, 11401 East 160th Avenue, Brighton, Colorado 80601.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Community Baptist Church Building Fund of Brighton in care of Stoddard Funeral Home, 3205 W. 28th St., Greeley, CO 80634.

Please visit www.stoddardsunset.com to sign the online guestbook.