Michele D. "Shelly" Ostendorf

July 17, 1963 - September 2, 2025 (62 years old)

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Michele D. "Shelly" Ostendorf

July 17, 1963 - September 2, 2025 (62 years old)

Little Falls, Minnesota

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Michele D. Ostendorf Obituary

Name: Visitation
Start: 2025-09-08T21:00:00
End: 2025-09-09T00:00:00
Location: Little Falls Chapel

With solemn reverence, we commemorate Michele D. Ostendorf of Little Falls, Minnesota, whose life came to an end on September 2, 2025 at the age of 62, leaving behind cherished memories. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

As we bid adieu to Michele's earthly form, let us not dwell on the void left in her wake, but rather celebrate the legacy of love and inspiration Michele has bequeathed us. For though she may have departed from our sight, her spirit remains a timeless beacon, guiding loved ones through the labyrinth of life's journey.

She was predeceased by: her mother Marilyn Douvier (Pfannenstein). She is survived by: her father Arthur Douvier of Albany; her husband James Ostendorf; her daughter Gracelyn; and her brother Mark Douvier (Laura) of Upsala.

In lieu of flowers, memorials dedicated in Michele's name to the Multiple Sclerosis Society https://www.nationalmssociety.org.

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September 5, 2025

Betty Dylla wrote a sympathy message

“Shelly and I worked together for many years until she moved to Little Falls. She was a good friend. A favorite memory was when we went to a ranch and rode horses.”

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Sep 08

Visitation

Little Falls Chapel
214 2nd St SE, Little Falls, MN 56345

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Sep 09

Visitation

St. Mary's Catholic Church - Little Falls
305 4th St SE, Little Falls, MN 56345

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Sep 09

Mass of Christian Burial

St. Mary's Catholic Church - Little Falls
305 4th St SE, Little Falls, MN 56345

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