Brian Ostermeier

Brain Ostermeier, 63, of Albion, passed away on Saturday, January 15, 2022 at Goshen Hospital following a cancer diagnosis.  He was born on June 9, 1958 in Allen County, Indiana, to Thomas Carl and Joan "Joanne" (Jeanmougin) Ostermeier.  Brian worked in construction and maintenance for over 40 years.  In his free time he enjoyed gunsmithing, reloading ammo, and gardening.  He was a 4H dad, helping the kids in the Horse & Pony division.  He belonged to the Single Action Shooters Society (S.A.S.S.).  Brian was known for being mischievous and ornery, with a well-timed joke or prank, followed by a roguish smile.  He will be missed. 

On October 3, 1981, at St. Mark's Lutheran Church in Albion, he married Sherry Gaby.  She survives in Albion.  Also surviving is son, Neal Ostermeier of Albion; daughter, Nikohl (Lt. Col Einar) Ostermeier-Wulfsberg, currently stationed in Germany; sisters, Marcie (Tracey Hyde) Ostermeier of Avilla, and Marie (Mark) Trzeciak of Cedar Park, Texas.  Also surviving is a grandson, Henrik, and another grandson due in February.  He was preceded in death by his parents. 

A celebration of life will be held at 2:00pm, Saturday, January 29, 2022 at St. Mark's Lutheran Church, 210 N Orange St., Albion.  Pastor John Roberts will officiate.  A gathering of family and friends will be from 2-6pm on Friday, January 28, 2022 at Harper Funeral Homes, 771 Trail Ridge Road, Albion.  Please dress casually. 

No Flowers.  Direct contributions in Brian's memory to the Humane Society of Noble County or Goshen Center for Cancer Care.  To leave an online condolence, visit www.harperfuneralhomes.com