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Edward "Eddie" H. Ostrowski, Jr.

June 6, 1940 — August 7, 2024

Santa Rosa, Texas

Edward H. Ostrowski Jr., 84, passed away peacefully August 7, 2024 in Harlingen, Texas. He was born June 6, 1940 in Santa Rosa, Texas to Edward H. Ostrowski Sr. and Helen Ostrowski.

A proud graduate of Santa Rosa High School, Edward exchanged vows with Martha Coy on June 1, 1963, at St. Francis Catholic Church in La Feria. Over a span of 60 years, he devoted himself to a career as a farmer and rancher before retiring. Edward actively served on various boards, including the Santa Rosa School Board, Cameron County Farm Bureau Board, Cameron County FSA Board, and La Feria Water District Board. He also served as a Santa Rosa 4-H Adult Leader and was a member of the La Feria United Methodist Church.

In his leisure, Edward found joy in hunting, fishing, and participating in livestock shows. 

He was preceded in death by his parents, Edward Sr. and Helen Ostrowski.

Left to cherish Edward’s memory is his loving wife, Martha Ostrowski; his sister, Mary Gene Garbutt; his children, Monica Blackwell (Will), Milissa Taylor, EdE Ostrowski; and his grandchildren, Justin Dees (Amber), Jesika Morgan (Brett), Clay Blackwell (Evelyn), Wyatt Blackwell; his great grandchildren, Savannah Himes, Adison Dees, Jase Dees, Drake Morgan, Emersyn Dees, Ava Dawn Morgan, Hollis Dees, Waylon Blackwell; his niece, Michelle O’Ferrall (Brian); and his nephews, Joe Garbutt ( Cheryl) and Tim Garbutt (Kristine).

The Ostrowski family will receive friends and relatives on Tuesday, August 13, 2024 from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Buck Ashcraft San Benito Funeral Home. A celebration of Edward’s life will begin at 6 o’clock Tuesday evening.

In lieu of flowers, those wishing to honor Edward’s memory may consider making a memorial donation to St. Jude Children’s Hospital or the American Cancer Society.

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Visitation

Tuesday, August 13, 2024

4:00 - 6:00 pm (Central time)

Buck Ashcraft San Benito Funeral Home

1400 US-77 BUS, San Benito, TX 78586

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Memorial Service

Tuesday, August 13, 2024

6:00 - 7:00 pm (Central time)

Buck Ashcraft San Benito Funeral Home

1400 US-77 BUS, San Benito, TX 78586

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