Kye attended school in Alvin Texas where he graduated in 1981 from Alvin Christian academy. The majority of his childhood years were spent in Alvin.
After graduating, Kye had several jobs but one afforded him the opportunity to move to Colorado to work for True Value Distribution Center. Kye loved the mountain life.
He then moved to Arkansas to work at Tyson Foods.
For the past 13 years he's been a resident at the Bradford at Brookside in Livingston, Texas. Kye made several good friends here. He still enjoyed all of his outings whether it was a simple car ride out to the lake or just going out to eat with family and friends.
Kye loved all things outdoor; snowmobiling, camping, fishing, barbecuing. He had a love for the mountains, animals and nature. But Kye's true passion was his love for motorcycles. He was truly the happiest when he was riding his Harley.
Kye is survived by his mother Ruby Ostendorf, his sister Cassie Hooker and her husband Chris. His 2 nieces Autumn Hart and her husband Jeremy, and his niece Alessa Broadway. He has 2 great nieces and 3 great nephews plus one great, great nephew on the way. Kye loved kids and he dearly loved all of his great nieces and great nephews. I know they will miss him.
Kye is preceded in death by his father Herman Ostendorf; Grandparents Ethel and George Oliver and grandparents Herman and Eunice Ostendorf.
A Graveside Service for Kye will be held at 11:00a, Saturday, May 4, 2024, at Garden of Memories Memorial Park, in Lufkin, Texas, with Brother Mike Loftin Officiating.
Condolences(3)
Carol
Pointblank, TX Monday, May 13, 2024 Goodness, I was saddened to hear of his Passing. He was a pleasure to care for when I worked at the Bradford as a Restorative Aide. He made us laugh with his sayings as only he put them. He was always showing us new things in his room that meant alot to him. He kept his whole life in that room and it meant so much to him to share and tell about the places and people he loved.He was a memorable person and although I was sad to hear of his passing, I know he is with our Lord and all is perfect.
My Condolences to his Parents , it was always nice visiting with them when they came to the Facility. Prayers for his Family and all the Friends he made just being " Kye "
Danny Flores
Alvin, TX Thursday, May 2, 2024 Ora’le bro, remembering good time when we we kids, gonna miss you vato, pop a wheelie on your Harley in heaven for me, adios’ mi’ bien’ amigo’ ,DannyCassie Hooker
La Porte, TX Monday, April 29, 2024 You’ve been my big brother for 59 years and my best friend. Now you’re my guardian angel. I will miss you every day for the rest of my life. I knew eventually we would lose it but we were not prepared for this kind of pain. I hope you’re riding your big Harley in the sky and I hope you were greeted by all of our family. Love you Kye…..💔❤️