Mike Osatiuk

Mike Osatiuk, 90, of West Fargo passed away peacefully on Friday, May 28, 2021 at Eventide Sheyenne Crossings. He was born on June 22, 1930 in Lady Lake, Saskatchewan and was the oldest of 5 children to Nick and Mary Osatiuk. He attended Sunny Brae school through the 8th grade. He grew up on the family farm and began working at a young age as a forestry logger, a railroad track maintenance worker, a shipyard worker and as an aircraft mechanic. He worked as an ironworker for 20 years and owned a welding service supporting the oil industry for 25 years. Mike was united in marriage to Aline Jeanotte on July 26, 1958 at the United Church in Preeceville, SK. They lived in Winnipeg, MB during their early years. Mike’s work as an ironworker had the family moving frequently with minor stops in North Dakota, Indiana and Michigan through the 1960’s. The family moved to Langdon, ND in 1970 which was home until 1980. Mike and his family relocated to Williston, ND from 1981 through 2005 as he operated his welding service. Mike and Aline moved to Fargo in 2006. Mike was fun to be around and always had a positive outlook on life. He had many hobbies including shooting pool, playing golf, hunting and fishing. He also loved talking about classic cars especially those from the 1950’s and 1960’s. He also had a passion for making beef jerky, creating custom knives and NDSU Bison football. When he was not working, the family would get in the car to drive to Canada to visit extended family. These family vacations resulted in hours of playing guitar, singing, enjoying a good cocktail, telling stories and playing many games of cards. He recognized the importance of an education. He was especially proud of his grandson Bradlee and took great pride in his academic achievements. The family appreciates the wonderful care provided by Eventide Sheyenne Crossings of West Fargo, DaVita Dialysis and the staff at Essentia Health in Fargo. He is survived by children Wayne (Angie) Osatiuk of Hackensack, MN; John (Rhonda) Osatiuk of Maple Grove, MN; Michelle Morgenroth of Harwood, ND; grandson Bradlee Osatiuk of Winona, MN; brother Jerry Osatiuk (Terry) of Thunder Bay, ON; brother-in-law Keith Parsons of Parksville, BC; numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents Nick and Mary Osatiuk, wife Aline Osatiuk, daughter Darlene Osatiuk, son-in-law Jim Morgenroth, sisters Nettie Ratushniak and Lilly Parsons, brother John Osatiuk and brother-in-law Mike Ratushniak. A memorial service will take place at a later date.