Allen Ostrom, of Anaconda Montana, passed away peacefully on August 23, 2018 at the age of 83 in the Anaconda Community Nursing Home. Allen was born on February 15, 1935 in Two Dot, Montana, to the late Albert and Lola Ostrom.
In 1953, Allen moved to Anaconda with his former wife Lanell Tuckerman and made Opportunity his home for the last 55 years. Working for the Anaconda Company for 30 years, Allen worked in several departments and, ultimately, became a Catskinner and Licensed Crane Operator. He retired from being a crane operator with the closing of the Smelter.
Allen enjoyed a simple life on his property in Opportunity. He enjoyed raising animals, gardening, and haying for the community. He also was a skilled bass-guitar player who enjoyed playing with his family and friends.
He is survived by his four children: David Ostrom, Connie (Ed) Ryan, Diana McCarthy, Margie (David) Dewing, ten grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren. He is also survived by his brother Alvie Ostrom and wife Neva of Livingston, Montana, their two children, four great-nieces and nephews, and a "neighborhood granddaughter". He was preceded in death by his parents Lola and Albert Ostrom, son Danny Ostrom, and daughter-in-law Susie Ostrom.
There will be a celebration of Allen's life held at Longfellow Finnegan Riddle Funeral Home on Saturday, September 8, 2018 at 3:00 p.m.
Celebration of Life
SEP 8. 3:00 PM (MDT)
Longfellow Finnegan Riddle Funeral Home
107 Oak St.
Anaconda, MT 59711