Esther J. Osenga

November 4, 1918 - December 20, 2021

Esther Justus Osenga was born in Sevierville, Tennessee on November 4, 1918, to Victor Ranz and Eula Johnson Justus, and passed away peacefully at her California home surrounded by her family and loved ones on December 20, 2021. Esther was preceded in death by her parents Victor and Eula, her husband, George R. Osenga, her sisters and brothers, Nell Osenga, VR (Brownie) Justus, Bettie Zimmerli, Margaret Simkin Wilcox, Jack Justus, Mary Louise Justus and Richard Justus. Esther is survived by her faithful and loving son, George Justus Osenga, her brothers Ac (Barbara) Justus and Ray (Verna) Justus, and sister Joann Borgman, as well as many loving nieces, nephews and many friends. When Esther was a baby, Victor and Eula moved from Tennessee to Jacksonville, Illinois where Esther spent her childhood and young adult life. At the age of 12 years, Esther chose to serve the Lord, and remained faithful to her choice until life's end. Esther's kindness will always be remembered as well as her faithful example for all who loved her. When Esther was 18, she moved to Chicago, Illinois where she met her husband George. Throughout their married life, they provided open and useful homes in California, Illinois, Tennessee and Alaska. George and Esther will always be remembered as welcoming and gracious hosts.