Nancy Coriell Ostlund

Born on March 21, 1941, in Green Valley, Illinois
Departed April 11, 2023 in Melbourne, Florida

Nancy Coriell Ostlund died peacefully at home in Melbourne, Florida, on Tuesday, April 11, 2023, following a brief illness. Nancy was born March 21, 1941, in Green Valley, Illinois. Nancy graduated from Green Valley High School and earned B.S. and M.S. degrees in Business Education from Bradley University.

She was married to Mel Ostlund, who preceded her in death. She is survived by son Steve Coriell, stepdaughter Victoria (Erik) Donhowe, and stepson Scott Ostlund.

Nancy taught business education at Melbourne High School for 29 years. She and Mel also had a home in North Carolina where she spent summers for many years. She loved making latch hook rugs and pillows.

Nancy’s parents were Marie and Harold Coriell, who preceded her in death. Nancy had two brothers and two sisters: Leon (Kathy) Coriell and Doug (Jeanne) Coriell, both brothers are deceased; and Dorothy (Jay) Green and Diane Coriell, who live in Green Valley. She is also survived by many nieces and nephews, with whom she kept in touch.

Memorial service and internment of ashes will be held in Green Valley. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the donor’s charity of choice.