Dre Oster
was a remarkable
and resilient
young man.

He had all the talent and
ambition in the world.

He loved music, art, and animals.

Dre was the most
loving and caring
person I ever met.

Sandy, Dre’s Grandmother

Dre’s musical progress is on
pace with the best young
musicians I have taught.

Linden, Dre’s Music Teacher

Dre had one
constant—
his geckos.

Don’t be sub-standard;
go above and beyond
and dive deep into the realms
of life because you never know
what tomorrow will bring.

What, Hershey
isn’t like the
Wonka Factory
and there’s no
golden ticket.

Dre

He was a foodie who loved
cheese and would never
turn down the opportunity
to try something different.

But Dre never made it
to his 21st birthday.

Dre died from an accidental overdose at just 20 years old. His talent and kindness were unique.

But his death wasn’t.

Since 2016 there have been over 46,000 overdose deaths in Canada.

Fentanyl use among Canadian young people has tripled since 2014, and 94% of overdose deaths in Ontario now involve Fentanyl.

Fentanyl can be easily placed into many drugs, including cannabis.

Canada has a mental health and addictions crisis.

And, it is getting worse.

Gallery

Celebrating the life, legacy, and cherished moments of Dre Oster.

Dre was diagnosed
with bipolar
disorder in 2021.

After diagnosis Dre lived with his grandmother, Sandy, and made amazing progress.

With Sandy’s support, consistent healthcare and the correct medication, Dre began attending the local school and thrived—despite missing three years of education.

Dre continued to do well and was accepted into Teen Challenge for a year-long rehabilitation program.

Unfortunately, Dre never
made it to Teen Challenge.

His stability with Sandy was interrupted by family members, and Dre quickly regressed, despite diligently taking his medication.

Teen Challenge Canada is a 12-month, faith-based, in-residence drug and alcohol rehabilitation program for people over 18 who find themselves in a similar situation to Dre’s.

If Dre had made it to Teen Challenge, we believe he would still be here with us today.

Please consider a donation to this amazing program today.

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We’ll Always
Remember You, Dre

Cambridge Today Article

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Mike Farwell Interview – 10/08/2024 - 1:11:49.

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Dre’s Favourite Bible Passage

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One8Tea

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Message From Dre’s Music Teacher

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Message From Music Teacher Lyrics

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Medication vs Drugs

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Manic Moment

Dre’s Lyrics—New Days

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Dre’s Lyrics—Life’s More Than Sight

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Dre’s Lyrics—Give It Your All Forever

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Dre’s Lyrics—Awaiting a Happier Life

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Dre’s Lyrics—Peace All Around

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Dre’s Lyrics—We’ll Be Alright

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Love can hurt,
but life can too,
let’s take the bad and
make it through

From Life’s More Than Sight by Dre Oster

Dre Oster was a remarkable and resilient young man.

But Dre never made it to his 21st birthday.

Gallery

Dre was diagnosed with bipolar disorder in 2021.

We’ll Always Remember You, Dre

Cambridge Today Article

Mike Farwell Interview – 10/08/2024 - 1:11:49.

Dre’s Favourite Bible Passage

One8Tea

Message From Dre’s Music Teacher

Message From Music Teacher Lyrics

Medication vs Drugs

Manic Moment

Dre’s Lyrics—New Days

Dre’s Lyrics—Life’s More Than Sight

Dre’s Lyrics—Give It Your All Forever

Dre’s Lyrics—Awaiting a Happier Life

Dre’s Lyrics—Peace All Around

Dre’s Lyrics—We’ll Be Alright

Love can hurt, but life can too, let’s take the bad and make it through

Dre Oster
was a remarkable
and resilient
young man.

But Dre never made it
to his 21st birthday.

Dre was diagnosed
with bipolar
disorder in 2021.

We’ll Always
Remember You, Dre

Love can hurt,
but life can too,
let’s take the bad and
make it through