Michael “Ozzy” Oslund

Michael “Ozzy” Oslund, age 44, of Watertown, SD, passed away on Saturday, October 24, 2026. Memorial services will be at 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, November 18, 2026, at Crawford-Osthus Funeral Chapel in Watertown, SD. Pastor Steve Biswell will officiate.

Visitation will be at the Crawford-Osthus Funeral Chapel in Watertown on Tuesday, November 17, 2026, from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m.

Michael “Ozzy” Gene Oslund was born on April 14, 1982, in Ortonville, Minnesota, to Gene Oslund and Peggy (Hofhenke) Brandriet.

Michael went to school in Big Stone until the 8th grade. He attended Ortonville High School where he graduated class of 2000. After graduating Michael went to VO-Tech for Diesel Tech.

Michael was a hardworking man who took pride in his work and providing for his family. Throughout his life, he worked in a variety of jobs, including at a cheese plant in Big Stone City, South Dakota, and in diesel technology. He also worked with JD Implement in Webster, Angus Palm, Dakota Bodies, and Broadway Welding GS Trailers in Watertown. He enjoyed working on tractors and cars and was always willing to put his hands to work.

Above all, Michael loved his family. He was a proud father, grandfather, and family man who cherished the time he spent with those closest to him. His family was an important part of his life, and he leaves behind many memories that will be treasured for years to come.

Michael married Lisa Hanson on September 10, 2015, in Watertown, South Dakota. Together, family remained an important part of his life.

Michael is survived by his wife, Lisa (Hanson) Oslund; his children, Cody (Gabrielle) Oslund, of Appleton, MN, Hailey (Mason Swenson) Oslund, of Willmar, MN, John Oslund of Willmar, MN, and Kylee (Vince Nacabaun) Oslund, of Willmar, MN; and his stepchildren, Jessica (John Speaker) Bock, Shaina (Cole Carter) Bock, Mason (Serenity Keifer) Bock, and Andrew (Tabitha) Bock, all of Watertown; his mother, Peggy (Ron) Brandriet, of Sioux Falls, SD; his niece, Aubrey Oslund, of Mount Enterprise, Texas; and nine grandchildren, along with several aunts, uncles, cousins, and other relatives and friends who will miss him dearly.

Michael was preceded in death by his father, Gene Oslund; his sister, Amanda Oslund; and his grandparents.

Arrangements by Crawford-Osthus Funeral Chapel www.crawfordosthus.com