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Scott Paul Osteen, age 59, of Thompsonville, passed away Thursday, August 18, 2022, at his home.
Scott was born on February 3, 1963, in Benton, Illinois, the son of James Paul Osteen and Barbara Ann (Dasher) Osteen.
He was a former machinist, having last worked for Special Mine Services of West Frankfort.
Scott enjoyed hunting, fishing, and spending time with his grandchildren.
Surviving are two daughters: Kasey Nicole Woodrow and husband Josh of Akin, IL, Kaitlyn Elizabeth Hogue and husband Geoffrey of Washington D.C.; his parents: James Paul and Barbara Ann Osteen of West Frankfort, IL; three grandchildren: Nora Mae Osteen, Sawyer Owen Hogue, Clay Mitchell Hogue; two brothers: Brandon Lee Osteen and James Eric Osteen, both of Thompsonville, IL.
He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents: James Noble and Nora Frances Osteen; and his maternal grandparents: Arthur and Leona Dasher.
Mr. Osteen’s wishes are to be cremated.
A Memorial Celebration of Life Service will be held at 5:00 p.m., Friday, September 2, 2022, at the West Frankfort Moose Lodge.
Cremation arrangements are through the Leffler Funeral Home of Benton.
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