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Gary Wayne Ostler

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Gary Wayne Ostler

Case
#1632
SourceNamus MissingUpdated May 19, 2026
Alaska State Troopers
Missing Person · Open
22 years waiting · since 2003

Missing Person: Gary Wayne Ostler

Justice for Gary Wayne Ostler — the trail went cold in 2003, but the truth hasn't.

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Key leads to think about

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evidence
Lead #1

What was the outcome of the aircraft accident investigation and recovery efforts near Gustavus?

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person
Lead #2

Were the other three passengers on the aircraft also presumed deceased, and has their status been confirmed?

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clue
Lead #3

Has any wreckage or remains from the aircraft been recovered to confirm the presumed deaths?

Gary Wayne Ostler, a 49-year-old man, went missing on July 13, 2003, following an aircraft accident near Gustavus, Alaska, along with three other passengers. He is presumed deceased from the crash. The case remains open with the Alaska State Troopers, and any information about the incident or recovery efforts could help bring closure to his family.

Case
#1632
SourceNamus MissingUpdated May 19, 2026
Alaska State Troopers

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NamUs case MP67236. Missing person: Gary Wayne Ostler.

Last known contact: 2003-07-13 in Juneau, Juneau, AK. Circumstances: Gary went missing after an aircraft accident near Gustavus along with 3 others.

He is presumed to be deceased. Demographics: 49 years, Male, White / Caucasian.

Physical description: 6 ft 0 in, 160 lbs, hair: Brown, eyes: Brown. Clothing and accessories: Accessories: Holding brown duffel bag.

Investigating agency: Alaska State Troopers | 030053853 | 2003-07-13.

Timeline of Events

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2003-07-13

Aircraft accident and disappearance

Gary Wayne Ostler went missing following an aircraft accident near Gustavus, Alaska, along with 3 other passengers. He is presumed to be deceased.

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Case Information

Incident:July 13, 2003
Last Updated:May 21, 2026

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Case Information

Incident:July 13, 2003
Last Updated:May 21, 2026

Have Information?

Any information, no matter how small, could be crucial to solving this case.

Phone: 9072695511
You can remain anonymous