Phyllis Ann Ostrander

Phyllis Ann Ostrander, age 71, passed away on Thursday, September 11, 2014 at her home with her loving family by her side. Phyllis has lived in West Branch for her entire life. She was born to Russell and Theresa “Irene” (Green) Schmitt in West Branch, MI on March 30, 1943. Phyllis loved spending time with her family and friends and was known by many people as “Aunt Philly”. Phyllis is survived by her husband, Dallas Ostrander of West Branch; daughter: Susie (Chuck) Hammontre of West Branch; son: Danny (Allison) Ostrander of West Branch; grandchildren: Jordyn, Justin, Caleb, and Dylan; brothers: Thomas (Janet) Schmitt of West Branch and James (Diane) Schmitt of West Branch; brother in law: Edwin (Yvonne) Ostrander of West Branch; and many nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her parents. Visitation at the Steuernol & McLaren Funeral Home in West Branch will begin Sunday, September 14, 2014 from 2:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. with a Scripture Service at 7:00 p.m. On Monday, September 15, 2014, Phyllis will lie in state at the St. Joseph Catholic Church beginning at 10:00 a.m. until the Celebration of Life Mass at 11:00 a.m. Father Patrick Maher will officiate. Burial will follow at the St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery.