Esther Wick, 80, Minot, formerly of Bottineau, died Tuesday, October 21, 2025, in a Minot assisted living facility.
Esther Cecelia (Cossette) Wick was born in Bottineau, ND on March 24, 1945. She was raised and educated in Bottineau, later moving when she met and married Carlos Wick. They made their home in Minot, ND where they were married for 24 years, until they divorced. Through this union, they welcomed 4 children: Dennis, Robbie, Tanya and David.
Esther was a stay-at-home mom when her children were young. She would go to their
t-ball, baseball, softball and basketball games. She would help Carlos coach grade school basketball whenever she could.
Following their divorce, Esther worked for several years as a housekeeper and then as the head of housekeeping at the International Inn in Minot. She wanted to better herself, so she completed the GED program and then went on to earn a Criminal Justice degree from Minot State University.
Esther then went on to work for several years at the Dakota Boys and Girls Ranch until her retirement.
Until her decline in health, she loved to spend time outside gardening and planting flowers.
In 2023, Esther suffered a stroke. She moved into Northern Lights Rehab and Long-Term Care (formerly Minot Health and Rehab), where she resided until her passing.
Esther is survived by her children: Dennis Wick, Robbie Wick, Tanya (Brock) Harstad; daughter in law, Kristen Wick; grandchildren: Devin Kampman, August Wick, Stella Wick, Mackenzie Wick, Corbin Wick, Madelen Wick, Owen Wick, Maxwell Wick; siblings: Harvey Cossette, Darlene Broeckel
Esther was preceded in death by her parents: Herman and Ella (Lord) Cossette; siblings; Elaine Forschen and Jerome Cossette; and her youngest son, David Wick.
The family would like to extend their heartfelt thanks to all those that were by their side during these difficult times. A special thank you goes out to the residents, Frankie, and the staff at Northern Lights as well as Vanessa and the hospice team at Caring Edge for their compassion and care during a difficult time, ensuring her comfort and dignity. Thank you for the support you provided for our family.
A private service for Esther will be held for family.
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