Gary G. Ostrander, 85, of Bradford, PA passed away on Wednesday, April 26, 2023 at the Olean General Hospital, Olean, NY.

He was born on January 23, 1938 in Olean, the son of the late Ralph and Lucille Schenfield Ostrander.

He attended schools in Erie.

On May 30, 1964 in Bradford; he married Mary Ellen Bennett who preceded him in death on July 24, 2009.

Gary worked many years in the Bradford area in the oil industry and as a roofing contractor.

He was a member of the American Legion Post 108 and the Lt. John C. Roche Post 212 VFW as well as a former member of the IAS Club.  Gary loved spending time outdoors, fishing and swimming.  He also loved being around his friends and family.  Those that knew Gary knew he also enjoyed tinkering with his collection of lawnmowers.

He is survived by three daughters, Pamela (Thomas) Morey of Virginia Beach, VA, Joy (Kenneth) Arble of Bradford and Mary Lou Lee of Bradford; one son, Randy (Laurie) Ostrander of Bradford; ten grandchildren; seven great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents and wife he was also preceded in death by his stepfather, Ellis Beals.

A private funeral service will be held at the convenience of the family at a later date.

Memorial contributions in his memory can be made to the American Heart Association, P.O. Box 417005, Boston, MA  02241-7005 or the American Diabetes Association, P.O. Box 15829, Arlington, VA  22215.

Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the care of the Mascho Funeral Home, Inc.  

Online Condolences can be expressed at www.maschofuneral.com.