Service Information
Matthew K. Ostlund, age 53, of Newcastle, Wyoming, passed away on Sunday, February 22, 2026, at his home.
Memorial Service will be March 28, 2026, 11:00 A.M., at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church in Hutchinson, Minnesota, with interment at a later date.
Gathering of Family and Friends will be one hour prior to the service at the church.
Obituary
Matthew “Matt” Kevin Ostlund was born on January 23, 1973, in Hutchinson, Minnesota. He was the son of Jeanette Gunnerson (Harris) and Kevin Ostlund. Matt was baptized at Gethsemane Lutheran in Dassel, Minnesota, and was confirmed in his faith at Our Savior's Lutheran in Hutchinson. He attended Our Savior's Lutheran School for his primary education. While he was there, he made some life-long friends, including his best friend, Brandon Berwald, of Hutchinson. He received his high school education in Hutchinson and Annandale, Minnesota, graduating from Annandale High School in 1991. Matt began his post-secondary education at Northwestern University in St Paul, Minnesota, and earned his Bachelor's degree from Concordia University in St. Paul, majoring in Church Music. He was very proud of his college education and gained many life-long contacts and friends while studying.
Matt worked remotely with Resound Hearing Aids from his residence in Newcastle, Wyoming. He had a love for all things musical, just like his Grandpa Jim. Matt enjoyed playing piano and any number of stringed instruments, and taught piano to many students. He also enjoyed playing cards, exploring video game communities and tactics, and programming. Matt particularly enjoyed preparing meals for friends and family.
Matt was the kind of person who kept track of his friends and family better than most. He had a big heart and wanted those who were acquainted with him to know that they were loved and appreciated. Matt loved the Lord and was active in church music and in many church gatherings.
Matt passed away on Sunday, February 22, 2026, at his residence in Newcastle, at the age of 53.
Matt is survived by his:
Grandmothers, Shirley Ostlund of Dassel, MN,
Donna “June” Gifford of Willmar, MN,
Mary Gunnerson of Annandale, MN;
Mother and Stepfather, Jan and Jim Gunnerson of Annandale, MN;
Father and Stepmother, Kevin and Karen Ostlund of Hutchinson, MN;
Brothers, Joe Ostlund and his wife, Kalli of Mound, MN;
Andy Ostlund of Brainerd, MN;
Stepsisters, Hannah Edwards and her husband, Will of Jacksonville, NC,
Sarah Keith of Jacksonville, NC,
Amy Gunnerson of Green Bay, WI;
Matt also had many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews, all of whom he loved dearly in his life.
Matt is preceded in death by his Grandfathers, Jim Ostlund, LuVern “Bucky” Harris, Harry Gunnerson; Uncle, Steve Harris; and Brother-in-law, Travis Keith.
Blessed be his memory.
Memorials preferred to the provided Go Fund Me: https://gofund.me/45ca3b5a9
Judy Sladek says
My sympathy to the entire Ostlund Family. I hold such high regard for your family! I know your family is just crushed by Matt’s death, specially Grandma Shirley.
Andrew Ostlund says
Thank you for the kind words – Matt’s brother Andy
Tracy davis says
Andy, so very sorry to hear of the loss of your precious big brother Matt. Matt was so talented. Praying for all of you through this difficult time.
Tracy “Blake” Davis
Remington Ostlund says
Thank You Especially after his funeral – Matthew’s Nephew Remington
Jennifer Anderson says
As far as cousin’s go Matt was my closest, in age and adventures. We spent our youth spending much time together and that continued into adulthood, later with him being a guiding light to my daughter, Phedon. I’d like to think they’re adventuring together up in heaven now. I’ll miss you, cuz.
Chris Heil says
Matt was very good classmate before i went to different school I sometimes miss his happy face
Severed_Speedruns says
Matt was a great guy I’d met through the Legend of Zelda: Majora’s Mask speedrunning community about 10 years ago. He had made a lot of friends there and was always a pleasure to talk to. We’ve shared a lot of laughs together, and he shared a lot of great recipes with my wife and I, a lot of people there will miss him. I’m sorry for the Ostlund family, he will be missed but not forgotten.
Nadine J Hawkins says
Me and matt dated in high school in annandale he would come play guitar at my house with my uncle. He loved music and we would play cards with my parents too. Good guy.
Brenda says
Jan, Kevin, Andy and Joey…..so so sorry for your loss….. Those 3 boys always held a special place in my heart. Had them in my day care many, many years ago. Brenda (Schramm) Hornick
Jeremy B. (Rubixmagic) says
I met Matt through Severed Speedruns initially, however we started talking more in Discord DMs. He was such a great guy. I think I got him into Rubik’s cubes, and he fell down the rabbit hole from there, evening inspiring me to get some crazy puzzles he had solved. We would always chat about speedcubing methods and different puzzles (he was dead set on learning Roux), then we found out we both like music and computers. From there I really felt like I found a great friend and we talked about anything and everything for years. From asking each other computer questions, to me showing him different algos (he would always call algorithms algos) for the Rubik’s cube. I had so many fun memories with him even though I never met him in person. He even sold me some of his computer parts. I will never forget Matt and I miss him so much.
Andrew Ostlund says
He must have had 100 Rubics Cubes!!
Greg and Lisa Lindwall says
Our condolences to the Ostlund family. Keep the good memories close to your hearts.
Maggie Lorenz says
Matt watched me grow up and became a close friend over the years as he lived in Newcastle. He was the type of guy who remembered small details and who was there for you no matter what. My condolences go out to his family and those who were lucky to call him a friend. May he find light in the Lord’s arms and be welcomed back home in Heaven.
Remington Ostlund says
I loved that Matthew and My Dad, Joe were huge wrestling fans, and I loved it when they had their fun. Every big wrestling event, they would call and they would talk and watch, it was great. I knew how much he loved his music, and his family. He loved family, he came over to our place for christmas and he was really happy that he was with his family, he even brought the stomach flu to his Parents, he caught it from me. I loved him so much and he will always be in my heart. I miss Matthew…
Remington Ostlund says
Thank you for all of his friends who made him happy in his life. – Matthew’s Nephew, Remington