Kevin Andrew Osterloh

Kevin Andrew Osterloh, 21, of La Grande, died at his residence June 12. There will be a celebration of life at 2 p.m. July 10 at La Grande High School. Arrangements are with Loveland Funeral Chapel and Crematory.

Kevin was born Oct. 23, 1987, in La Grande to Russ and Mary (Leonard) Osterloh. He attended local schools and graduated from La Grande High School in 2006.

After high school, he completed a two-year program at Anthem Ministry Training Institute in Bend and Medford. While at Anthem, he went on two mission trips to Campostella, Mexico.

A member of the Faith Center Church in Island City, Kevin played guitar as part of the worship team. He was a young man of great faith and conviction. In April 2007 he was diagnosed with an inoperable brain tumor and began radiation and chemo treatments.

Kevin enjoyed skateboarding, mountain hiking, snowboarding and playing soccer in the summer league and in his senior year. He worked at the local McDonald's and at Starbucks in Bend. Going out for coffee on his scooter with friends and family was a highlight in his last months.

Survivors include his parents, Mary Creson of Antioch, Calif., and Russ Osterloh of La Grande; siblings, Suzanne of San Antonio, Texas, and Nate of La Grande; and many extended family members and his dog, Banjo.

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