Wilma May (Creek) Osterloh passed away October 20, 2021 at the age of 94. Wilma and her identical twin, Thelma, were born to Roy and Esther Louise Marie (Ahrent) Creek on December 13, 1926 in Corning, AR. She graduated from Corning High School. Upon graduation, Wilma and Thelma both moved to St. Louis and were employed by Bell Telephone Company. Shortly later, Wilma met and married the love of her life, Warren Osterloh, on June 24, 1949. To this union, a daughter was born. Wilma was a great cook, seamstress and green thumb. She enjoyed her many friends through bridge, bunko, golf and bowling. Her God, husband and family were the center of her life.

Warren and Wilma moved to Springfield, MO in 1988 to be close to their daughter. Wilma became active in the Stephen's Ministry and volunteered 21 years at St. John's (Mercy) Hospital.

Wilma was preceded in death by her loving husband of 66 years, Warren in 2015; her parent; brothers Melvin Creek, Larry Creek and twin sister, Thelma Ringer.

Wilma is survived by her daughter, Sharon Kremer; sister, Joann Wright of Memphis, TN; grandchildren Nathan Kremer and Courtney Pastor (Anthony); great grandchildren Aubrey, Jeff, Genesis, Elliot and Everly and many nieces and nephews.

Special thanks to the staff at James River Nursing for their loving care and to Phoenix Hospice. Deep gratitude to hospice nurse Stephanie Scott.

Visitation will be held on Monday, October 25, 2021 from 10:30 - 11:00 AM, with a Funeral Service at 11:00 AM, at Redeemer Lutheran Church under the care of Gorman-Scharpf Funeral Home. Private burial will be Tuesday, October 26 in Missouri Veterans Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Stephen's Ministry, c/o Redeemer Lutheran Church, 2852 S. Dayton Ave, Springfield, MO 65807.

Mom, you are my best friend and confidant. Your quiet strength, acceptance of life's trials and strong faith give me much to live up to. You will forever live in my heart. I love you, Sharon.