July 17, 1946- March 15, 2024

Caroline Ruth Ostrander, 77, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, passed away peacefully on March 15, 2024 at Warren Barr Buffalo Grove, after a courageous battle with dementia.

Caroline was born on July 17, 1946 in Madison, Wisconsin born to George J Vlahakis and Virginia (Meyer) Vlahakis. She was the second child of 5 siblings. She graduated with a bachelor's degree in Psychology from the University of Wisconsin Madison.

On September 2, 1967, Caroline married the love of her life, William Ostrander, and together they built a beautiful life filled with love, laughter, and countless memories.

Caroline was a devoted mother to her children, Stephanie Bauer (Michael), Valerie Proctor (Gareth), and Eric Ostrander (Nancy). They raised their children in Crystal Lake, IL. She was a Case Manager at Pioneer Center in McHenry for many years.

As a grandmother, Caroline's love knew no bounds. She adored her grandchildren, Stephen, Kalie, Elli and Olivia, and found immense joy in spending time with them, watching them grow, and creating precious memories together.

Caroline will be remembered for her gentle spirit, her sense of humor, and her unwavering love for her family. Though she may no longer be with us in person, her spirit will live on in the hearts of all who were fortunate enough to know her.

In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests donations be made to the American Brain Foundation in Caroline's honor.

A celebration of Caroline's life will be held at a later date. Friends and family will be invited to join in honoring her memory and sharing stories of her remarkable life.
Caroline's legacy of love and kindness will continue to inspire all who knew her. She will be deeply missed and fondly remembered by all whose lives she touched. May she rest in peace, knowing she was deeply loved and cherished by