Ricky Lee “Tank” Oestreich

1961-2026

Ricky Lee “Tank” Oestreich, age 64, of Stetsonville, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, March 29, 2026. A Celebration of Tank’s life will be held on Saturday, April 18, 2026 at Centennial Hall in Stetsonville starting at 1 p.m. The Maurina Schilling Funeral Home in Abbotsford is entrusted with the arrangements.

Tank was born on Aug. 8, 1961, the son of Richard “Dick” and Sharon (Fischer) Oestreich in Marshfield. He graduated from Loyal High School in 1979. Tank was a long-haul trucker for over 40 years. He enjoyed every minute of it and drove millions of miles over his career with only one accident.

Tank liked to shoot pool and entered many tournaments. He also enjoyed tractor pulls, both participating and watching, and riding his Harley-Davidson Motorcycle. Tank loved watching football, especially the Packers and Badgers and also watching the Brewers. He was known for his sarcastic humor and quick wit. Most importantly, he loved and cherished his family and was a proud Dad and Grandpa.

Tank is survived by four children, Ross Brill, of Colby, Rich Oestreich, of Stetsonville, Ryssa Oestreich (Alex Utke), of Stetsonville, and ReAnna Oestreich, of Loyal; three grandchildren, Adeline, and Kash Utke, and Rylie Brill. He is further survived by his father, Richard “Dick” Oestreich, of Fla., his brother, Ronald Oestreich, of Fla., his Aunt Penny Schmutzler, of Medford; nieces; nephews; cousins; other relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Sharon. Family and friends may express condolences online at www.maurinaschilling.com.

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