"Mary, Mark and Mike and family, Many memories of all of you and precious visits with your mom. She loved talking of her family and was so proud of her grandchildren. Sorry I was unable to attend the services but know my thoughts and prayers are with all of you. "
In loving memory of
Jane Ann Ostermeier
March 6, 1927 - August 29, 2019
Jane Ann Ostermeier, of Antigo, died Thursday, August 29, 2019, at The Bay at Eastview Medical and Rehabilitation Center. She was 92 years old. She was born on March 6, 1927, in Antigo, a daughter of Stanley and Anna (Grall) Klajbor. She married Sgt. Harold Bovet in 1951, he preceded her in death. She married Lloyd Ostermeier on July 2, 1963, at St. John Catholic Church. He preceded her in death on March 5, 2005.
Jane attended St. John Catholic Grade School and graduated from Antigo High School with the class of 1945.
From 1980 to 1985 she managed Kemp's Big Dip Ice Cream Shop.
She was a member of St. John Catholic Church, the church alter society, rosary society and choir. Her catholic faith and guiding those she loved to have a strong faith was the center point of her life.
While raising her children, Jane was a girl scout leader, den mother and cub scout leader. She was the 8th grade cheer leading coach at St. John in 1978.
Her hobbies included knitting (doll clothes for granddaughter Mandy), sewing and cooking. She will be remembered for her unique varieties of cream puffs.
Her grandsons Cordell, Cole and Connor were her pride and joy.
Survivors include a daughter, Mary (Jay) Umland of Antigo; two sons, Michael (Gail) Bovet of Antigo and Mark Ostermeier of Florida; a step-son, Todd (Joan) Ostermeier of Antigo;
seven grandchildren, Jim Ostermeier of Eagle River, Sarah (Eric) Achenbach of Sun Prairie, Amanda Ferg of Clintonville, Philip (Shelly) Bovet of Wausau, Cordell, Cole and Connor Umland all of Antigo; six great-grandchildren, Philine Bovet, Zoey and Nash Ferg, Zachary, Mia and Ryan Bovet;
nieces and nephews, Kathi (Don) Welch of Las Cruces, NM, Martha (Steve) Duer of Texas, Bob Ackerman of Las Cruces, NM and Tom (Ingegerd) Ackerman of Niceville, FL.
In addition to her parents and husbands, she was preceded in death by a sister, Betty (Emery) Ackerman.
A funeral Mass will be held on Monday, September 2, 2019, at 3 p.m. at St. John Catholic Church with Reverend Zach Weber officiating. Burial will take place in Queen of Peace Cemetery. Visitation will be Monday at the church from 2 to 3 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, memorials in Jane's name may be directed to All Saints Catholic School for tuition, 419 6th Ave. Antigo, WI 54409.
Tributes
"Mike, Mary & Mark: I was so sorry to hear of your mom's passing. I remember walking by her house on my many walks/bike rides around the block while I was growing up in Antigo. Though I haven't seen her in a few years, the picture you chose is exactly how I remember her - beautiful! Please accept my condolences. "
"Mary I am so sorry to hear your mom passed. I will always see her in my head as a "baton mom". "
"Mike so sorry to hear of your moms passing know that you all are in my prayers ??"
"Mary and Mike- Never knew you were related until reading the obituary. Sorry for the loss of your Mom. Know that our thoughts and prayers are given for you and family members. Jeanne and Jim Peters. Formerly Deerbrook; now Platteville. "
"I am so saddened to hear of your loss, Mrs. Ostermeier was an amazing lady and she will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with the family!"
"We are so sorry for your loss. Your mom was such a sweet lady. Sending all of you many prayers. You have our deepest sympathy."
"We are so very sorry for your loss. Your mom was always such a sweet lady. Sending all of you many prayers. You have our deepest sympathy. "