A livestream of the service may be viewed by using https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1Z2NNGAONh62EyJkGLb6eg/live

Franklyn John Ostlund, 91, Minot, died Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2020 with Covid-19 in a Minot nursing home.

Franklyn John was born on Feb. 27, 1929 in rural Tioga to Francis and Ruth (Nelson) Ostlund as the 5th of 7 siblings. He was raised and educated in Tioga, graduating in 1948.

Frank attended Briercrest Bible College for a year. He was drafted into the US Army in August 1952 and honorably discharged in July 29, 1953. Upon his return, he worked as a truck driver for 30 years. When Frank ended his driving career, he took a job as an apartment manager at 1 ^st Minot Management, where he worked for 20 years. He loved his co-workers, being outside on his riding mower, and helping people. He retired in 2004. Frank met Avis Erickson through his sister, Genevieve (who was also Avis' roommate) and didn't hesitate to marry her after a short courtship on Aug. 25, 1956. They had three children Stephen, David, and Joan, who were his pride and joy. Frank was a devoted husband and was devastated to lose Avis on Oct. 24, 2009. Frank had a warm smile and soft spot in his heart for everyone he met. He beamed and smiled with his warm brown eyes when he talked about his loved ones, and he never missed an opportunity to show off his children and grandchildren. He loved nature and could never get enough sunshine. He and Avis were avid gardeners and frequently shared the fruits of their labors. He also loved being on the move and even enjoyed driving in snowstorms. Frank loved a cup of strong, black coffee and couldn't say no to a cookie or anything sweet. Frank's faith was a cornerstone of his character. His room was often filled with the sounds of Southern Gospel quartets, and he prayed constantly for the lives of his loved ones. He had many close calls with death and would come back speaking of visions of his farm in heaven, where he would have a pet lion and a tractor that ran on corn. He was a member of Trinity Evangelical Free Church, Minot. Frank's motto for life could be summed up as, "See the best in people and always let them know  they are loved." Goodbyes were always filled with hugs, hand squeezes and many iterations of "I love you." Even on his deathbed, he said, "I love you," as many times as he had the strength to say. His warmth and huge heart will be dearly missed.

Franklyn's loving family includes: children Stephen (Debra) Ostlund, Wilmar, MN, David (Cheri) Ostlund, Minot, and Joan (David) Hance, Minot; grandchildren Rachel; Aaron and Jessica; Danielle, Nathan, and Tristan; siblings Genevieve Johnson, Motley, MN, Vernon (Helen) Ostlund, Buffalo, MN, sister-in-law, Donna Ostlund, Fargo, ND;

Frank was preceded in death by Avis; his parents; brothers Francis Jr. and Sandy Ostlund, and sisters Ruth Ostlund and Eunice Nelson.

Celebration of Life Service : Due to COVID-19, a private family service will be held Friday, Nov. 20, 2020 at 11 a.m. at Trinity Evangelical Free Church, Minot. Masks required. A livestream of the service may be viewed by using https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1Z2NNGAONh62EyJkGLb6eg/live

Public Interment : Friday, 1 p.m., Rosehill Memorial Park, Minot with military honors.

Public Visitation : Thursday, Nov. 19 ^th from 4-6 p.m. in Thomas Family Funeral Home, Minot. with Masks required.

Memorials preferred to Trinity Church.

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