Eric Frank Oster, age 60, of Miles City passed away peacefully on January 7, 2020 after a brave battle with pancreatic cancer. His loving family was by his side.
Eric was the first of four children of Charles and Gail Oster. He grew up on the family ranch near Ismay, Montana. He enjoyed many activities on the ranch to include driving tractors, motorcycles and the old Hoopster pickup.
Eric attended Cottonwood Elementary school for grades 1-8. He started High School at Custer County but transferred and graduated from Plevna High School in 1977. He lettered in basketball while attending Plevna High School.
On December 2, 1994 Eric and Cheryl Petitt were married. With this marriage, Eric gained a son Lance, and later Leroy Eric and Angel Ashley joined the family. Even though he was a man of few words, his family was his greatest joy until his death.
Eric worked for numerous ranches throughout his lifetime as well as the Wacker feedlot . He also worked for Carlson’s Machine Shop as a mechanic. The last years of his life, before his illness forced him to retire, he worked for the Custer County Road Department. He thoroughly enjoyed his job at the road department as he was able to see and visit past neighbors and friends.
Eric was a proud member of the Miles City Jaycees, and of the local motorcycle group the B.A.S.T.A.R.D.S.
Eric is survived by his loving family; Leroy Eric, Angel Ashley, sisters Sherry (Tom) and Terri (Mike) and brother Charlie. Eric has numerous aunts and uncles as well as cousins, nieces and nephews. Eric is also survived by Cheryl, Roy and Barb Petitt, in-laws until the end. Eric has many friends that will also miss him dearly.
Eric was preceded in death by his parents, Charles and Gail, his stepson Lance Nass along with many relatives.
The family would like to acknowledge and thank all of Eric’s doctors and nurses that helped him on his journey but particularly his “Angels on Earth” all of his wonderful hospice nurses to include Amanda, Melissa, Kelly, Nikki, Holly and Mary Beth. Thank you all for loving him so deeply and giving him the very best care. The family is forever grateful.
Memorials may be made to Holy Rosary Hospice, the motorcycle club; or to a charity of one’s choice.
Mike and Linda Wyse says
Sherry and family
So sorry to hear about your brother, he will be missed by many of his friends and family
Ckarajo says
Sorry to hear about your brother . God Bless
Tana Taylor says
Sherry, Teri, and Charles and to all your families
So sorry for your loss thoughts and prayers are with you all
May Eric have eternal peace!
Tana and Randy Taylor
Barb Hoover says
Sherry, Teri and Charlie,
I love you all so much! So glad I got one last hug and kiss the other day!
Keith and Barb
Landon Scranton says
My thoughts and prayers go out to your family Eric. It was great working with you and hearing stories and knowledge of the Ismay and Knowlton area. Could always get a good chuckle out of you.
John & Terra Doll says
Sherry…Our thoughts and orayersare with you now and in the days to come. Cherish the many memories and may they comfort you and bring a smile during the rough day. Hugs.
John & Terra Doll says
Sherry…our thoughts and prayers are with you now and in the days to come. Cherish the many memories and may they comfort and bring a smile during the rough days ahead. Hugs.
Darn auto check…
Jan Warn says
So sorry for your loss, Sherry and family, may Eric Rest In Peace and be pain free. 🙏🏻😘
Janelle Grant says
Sherry, I’m so sorry to hear of the loss of your brother. Take care my friend. I’ll be thinking of you.
Nadine Whitehead says
Sherry and family, my thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time.
Jessie Leidholt says
Sherry and family, Jim and I am so sorry to hear of the loss of Eric. Much too young, The picture of him is very nice. Hugs to you all.
John Rossi says
Charlie, we are so sorry for your loss. Condolences to you and your family during this difficult time.
John and Susan Rossi.
Stewart Hillis says
Rest in Peace my dear friend. Sherry Angel and Leroy our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time. Eric was a kind man who loved his family deeply. I know Anita and I will surely miss visiting with Eric.
Larry & Mary Adams says
Sherry, We are so very sorry for the loss of your brother. So true, nothing can heal the hurt but focus on the great memories you will hold dear forever!! Sending you loving hugs.
Ray young says
Eric was a classmate he was a good friend and always helpful, I’m sorry for the loss of your brother Sherry memories will always serve, God Bless our prayers will be with you all.
Jackie Armstrong says
Oh I am so sorry Sherry. You have been a great comfort to him for a long time. Bless you for being there for Eric.
Eric is without pain now and with other family members. RIP Eric
Al and Sandy Cameron says
Sherry, so sorry to hear of Eric’s passing. Hugs and prayers for you and your family.
Al and Sandy Cameron
Eileen and Vern Entzel says
Sherry and family
So sorry to hear of your brother passing. Never easy. Hope all the good memories will help you in the days ahead. You are in our thoughts and prayers
David Kunkel says
Sherry, we are so sorry to hear of Eric’s death. We are also so glad we got to meet him a year ago and we will treasure that memory. God bless you, Tom and your daughters and especially Angel as you go on. Love and prayers; David and Sheryl Kunkel
Marge moore says
Sherry and family so sorry for your loss but Eric is in heaven now and is in the company of those others that loved him also. Condolences Bob and Marge Moore
Rosanne Rieger says
Charlie, Sherry and Teri…Thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time. I’m so sorry for your loss.
Curtis Fillafer says
Friends and family of Eric. Im so sorry for the loss of Eric. He was a good friend and efficient considerate co worker.
David Corbin says
Rest easy my friend. You have endured more than your share .
John & Annette Gorton says
Deepest sympathy to all of Eric’s family and friends. Our thoughts and prayers are with you while you mourn his passing. May God bless you with peace and loving memories to carry you through this difficult time.
Tanya Dorvall says
Sherry, Terri, and Charlie
So sorry to learn of Eric’s passing. May God bless all the family with loving memories.
Jan Munroe says
I am so sorry for your loss. He is in the Lord’s hands now and free of pain. You must be weary as well as mourning his passing.My God Bless you all in your path of healing and grieving.
Lynette and Dan O’Connor says
Hugs To all the family! May great memories carry you through this difficult time!
Linda Simonsen says
Sherry and family, so sorry for your loss.
Burl Nulkey says
sorry for your loss
Karen Morris says
May your memories be warm companions in this time of loss and transition. Please know that thoughts and prayers are with you.
Bernadette Miller says
Oster Families – you are in my thoughts and prayers – and Verlin will be there shaking Eric’s hand.
Jane Viall says
Sherry, Terri and Charlie —
It is sad to say goodbye to my childhood friend. You all have a special place in my heart from years at rural school. I will pray for you all as life moves forward for you. I which I could take your sorrow away.
Lori Hartse says
Even though Eric and I never associated with one another, I do remember him from the early years of high school.
I was saddened to read of his death.
I send my sincere sympathy to all of his family.
Cheryl J. Lesh-Clark says
Peace and love to all the family and friends grieving…Eric was a great 4-H showman and a very worthy competitor! Love to you Sherry!
Jo Meidinger says
My sincere sympathy to all of Eric’s family and friends
Casey & Cindy Phalen says
Thinking of you all. Keep Eric’s memories close they will get you through the tough times. God Bless you all.
Cass & Tandi Jesperson says
Sherry & Family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Sending thoughts and prayers during this time. May your many memories bring comfort to you all during this time.
Trish and Owen says
Angel and Leroy,
We are so sorry to read this, you guys please keep the faith! I never met your dad I know he loved you both!
Owen can very much relate to loosing a dad.
we love you very much
Momma Yeager & Owen Yeager
M Greggs says
Take time to grieve and find comfort in knowing that God is near all those calling on Him Psalms 145:18. My condolences to the family >>Faith,Hope,Love & Prayer.