Betty Ostby, 82, Minot, died Wednesday, October 14, 2020 in a Minot hospital.

Betty Jean was born on March 3, 1938 in Minot to Tony and Lillian (Robillard) Kulesza. She was raised and educated in Sawyer. At the age of 14 Betty hopped a train to California. She resided in the Long Beach area and worked on her studies to become a licensed practical nurse. Betty remained in California for the next 10 years.

Betty moved back to Minot, where she lived and worked. Betty was once married to Jerry Osborne, from this union daughter Nancy was born.  Betty was married, divorced and remarried to Roger Ostby and together they adopted daughter Rhegan in 1982.  Betty spent the next years of her life being a mother and homemaker for the family.

Betty had a long dedication and membership to the Salvation Army Church, which started with her mother being a housekeeper for the church. Betty was an enrolled soldier for most of her life and participated in church activities as often as she was able.

Betty had many interests, she enjoyed making jewelry and collecting dolls. She also had a talent for art which she used to teach classes at the 2nd Story Club and through the Salvation Army Church youth program. Betty was also an accomplished professional clown who brought smiles to many faces throughout her life.

Betty is survived by her husband, Roger, Minot; daughters, Nancy (Rick) McAllister, Norco, CA and Rhegan (Joshua) Stansbury, Marinette, WI; grandchildren, Kimberly (Matthew) Casarez, Norco, CA and Isabella, Lillianah and Josias Stansbury, Marinette, WI; great grandchildren, Matthew and Harley Casarez, Norco, CA; along with many in-laws, nieces, nephews and even a great-great nephew.

Betty was preceded in death by her parents and brother, Wally Robillard.

A public visitation will be held on Friday, October 30, 2020 from 9:00 – 10:00 a.m. in the Thomas Family Funeral Home. Masks are required.
Due to the current COVID restrictions a Private Family Memorial Service will be held.
A link to view live streaming of the Memorial Service will be available on Friday, October 30, 2020 starting at 10:00 a.m. at https://www.mtmsales.net/thomas

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