David William Ostergren, 73, a resident of Newtown for many years, died peacefully February 15, with his family by his side. Born June 28, 1941, in Middletown, he was the son of the late Mary (Bentham) and Robert N. Ostergren, Sr.

He graduated from East Hampton High School and Upsala College, and earned a Master of History from Wagner College. What became Mr Ostergren’s lifelong passion for history, literature, classical music, and the arts led him to teach history at Brookfield High School. Subsequent to obtaining a Master of Library Science from Southern Connecticut State University, he became a reference librarian at Wilton Public Library, where he worked until retirement. 

Mr Ostergren volunteered for many years as a docent at the Hill-Stead Museum in Farmington, and the New Britain Museum of American Art. He was an avid reader and attended musical and other cultural events throughout the region. He traveled extensively worldwide, often with his dear friends, the Carlson family. 

He will be remembered with love by his sister, Rita Ostergren Jackson; his four nieces; and numerous great-nieces and nephews, all of whom appreciated his interest in their lives. Many rousing hours were spent playing competitive games and building jigsaw puzzles on India Street, Nantucket. His brother, Robert N. Ostergren, Jr, predeceased him.  

A memorial service will take place at a time and date to be announced. 

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Wilton Library Association, 137 Old Ridgefield Road, Wilton CT 06897.

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