Henry W Oestreich , Jr.
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Henry W Oestreich , Jr.

  • January 1, 1925 - January 10, 2012
  • Ocoee, Florida
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“Dear Oestreich, I wanted to reach out and offer my condolences. I remember your Dad fondly. He was a good companion to our Dad on the trips to...Read More » ”
1 of 12 | Posted by: MARIE MELTON - charleston, SC

“I used to play baseball with son Mark and have such fond memories of Hank calling us "Hamanockers"...and i can still picture "Mr Oestreich" sitting...Read More » ”
2 of 12 | Posted by: Rob Echelman

“Dear Oestreich family, My brothers informed me of the passing of your father, and I want to extend my heartfelt condolences to your entire family at...Read More » ”
3 of 12 | Posted by: Susan Echelman - Riverview, FL

“We have known and loved the Oestreich family for over 40 years. We will miss them dearly but we know they will be looking down on us in the comming...Read More » ”
4 of 12 | Posted by: david and vincent stephens

“Remembering great baseball trips all over the country with Hank. ”
5 of 12 | Posted by: LEONARD YORDDON - daytona beach, FL

“Remembering great baseball trips all over the country with Hank. ”
6 of 12 | Posted by: LEONARD YORDDON - daytona beach, FL

“We were blessed to be adopted into the Oestreich family about six years ago. Hank loved all people and was such inspiration to those that knew him...Read More » ”
7 of 12 | Posted by: Katie and Charles Brown

“Dear Ostreich Family, ”
8 of 12 | Posted by: Katie Brown - Orlando, FL

“To our dear domino playing friend. We will always remember the fun and laughs over the dominos. Sending you and your wife big hugs. Until we meet...Read More » ”
9 of 12 | Posted by: Linda Blair Tambini - Friend

“Mr. Oestreich is always a part of my memories in my life. As Delaney Park President to a friend. I always enjoyed coming over to the house and sit...Read More » ”
10 of 12 | Posted by: George E. and Patti Albers - FL

“Rest in peace and enjoy the afterlife with your loving wife! I'm sorry I won't be able to attend your service which will be a celebration of your...Read More » ”
11 of 12 | Posted by: Janice Reaves Hameline - Orlando, FL

“Dad, you have always been my hero and the man I have always looked up to as the the man I hope to be. Thank you for all the baseball games, love of...Read More » ”
12 of 12 | Posted by: Eric,Inger and Ian Oestreich - FL


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Henry "Hank" W. Oestreich, Jr. was called home to be with our Lord on Tuesday evening, January 10, 2012. He was a beloved husband, father, and "Papa". He was born on January 1, 1925 in Hamburg, Germany to Sophie J. and Heinrich W. Oestreich. He was a World War II Veteran in the 77th Division of the U.S. Army and served in the South Pacific as an infantry radio man. He served in Guam, Leyte Gulf, Okinawa, and was part of the occupation force of Japan. He was married to his late wife Dorothy "Dot" for 63 years. He and his wife moved to Orlando, Florida from Michigan in 1952, and later moved to Ocoee, Florida in 2002. For many years, he and his wife were known and respected as coach and score keeper for the Delaney Park Little League. He was a Christian man and belonged to Masonic Lodge #69 for over 50 years. Hank "TGO" was a one of a kind. He was always there with a listening ear and a helping hand. Following retirement from the insurance industry, Hank and his wife enjoyed traveling the countryside with their camping group in their RV. They also enjoyed cruising with family and friends. He was an avid reader and enjoyed mysteries and westerns.
He is survived by his children Carl H. Oestreich (Judy), Nancy J. Oestreich, Gretchen O. Boyce (Richard), Mark A. Oestreich (Susan), and Eric W. Oestreich (Inger), his grandchildren Kristina Knight (Adrian), Holly Bass (Ashley), Heather, Joy Redditt (John), Kathleen Burkhardt (Michael), Natalie L. Oestreich, and Ian R.H. Oestreich, and numerous great-grandchildren. He is also survived by his best friend and brother-in-law Robert A. Boomer, sister-in-law Joyce Boomer, nieces Diana Mackinder (Douglas), Audrey Norling (Dave), Deborah Atkins, and nephew Lawrence Winger (Stephanie). Services will be held on January 28, 2012 at 10:00 AM at Christ the King Lutheran Church located at 4962 Apopka Vineland Road, Orlando, Florida 32819.