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John Jack Otto

June 30, 1932 - July 15, 2018
Service
Koepsell-Murray Funeral & Cremation Services, Beaver Dam
Koepsell Funeral Home North Crystal Lake Road
Beaver Dam, WI 53916
920-885-6600 |
Friday 7/20, 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
St. Katharine Drexel Catholic Church-Beaver Dam
511 S. Spring St.
Beaver Dam, WI 53916
Saturday 7/21, 10:00 am - 10:50 am
St. Katharine Drexel Parish - Mission Hall
408 S. Spring St.
Beaver Dam, WI 53916
Saturday 7/21
St. Patrick's Catholic Cemetery
Cty. Rd. G
Beaver Dam, WI 53916
Mass
St. Katharine Drexel Catholic Church-Beaver Dam
511 S. Spring St.
Beaver Dam, WI 53916
Saturday 7/21, 11:00 am

John L. “Jack” Otto, age 86, died Sunday, July 15, 2018 at his home in Beaver Dam. A memorial gathering will be held at Koepsell Murray Funeral Home in Beaver Dam on Friday, July 20, 2018 from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. where the rosary will be recited at 7:00 p.m. On Saturday, July 21, 2018, there will also be a memorial gathering at St. Katharine Drexel Catholic Church in Beaver Dam from 10:00 a.m. to 10:50 a.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will follow at church on Saturday beginning at 11:00 a.m. Inurnment will be held at St. Patrick Cemetery at a later date. Jack was born on June 30, 1932 in Ripon, Wisconsin to the late Alvin and Sophie (Dudzinski) Otto. On November 10, 1951, he was united in marriage with Rita Hady in Watertown. Jack worked for Hanefeld Brothers Trucking in Burnett as a cattle buyer and a truck driver for 50 years. When he wasn’t working, he loved to travel and had visited all 50 states. Jack enjoyed hunting, fishing, and spending time at the family cottage on Buffalo Lake near Montello. He was active in the Buffalo Lake Improvement Association and helped form the Buffalo Lake District. He was a long-time member of the Knights of Columbus Pope John XXIII Council 1837, St. Katharine Drexel Catholic Parish and had been active in the St. Patrick Athletic Association and their Bingo Committee. Survivors include his wife, Rita Otto of Beaver Dam; six children, Roxanne (Jay) Ciatti of Milwaukee, Patricia (Gregg) Schepp of Columbus, Mike (Mary Ann) Otto of Beaver Dam, Gordy (Jane) Otto of Beaver Dam, Phil (Dawn) Otto of Waunakee, and Andi (Jim) Larson of Beaver Dam; 18 grandchildren; 26 great grandchildren; two sisters, Donna Cullaz of Sussex and Sandy (John) Abuya of Oconomowoc; many other relatives and friends. Jack was preceded in death by his parents and his granddaughter Sara’s first husband, Ben Shunkwiler. If desired, memorials may be made in Jack Otto’s name to St. Katharine Drexel School Endowment, Green Valley Trösten Haus, The Beaver Dam Area Community Theater, or Hillside Hospice. The family wishes to extend their heartfelt thanks to Batkuu “Bill” Gombo (Good People Caregivers), the staff of Hillside Hospice, Tabbie the nurse practitioner from AGrace, Hillside Rehab staff, and Green Valley Trösten Haus.

Service
Koepsell-Murray Funeral & Cremation Services, Beaver Dam
Koepsell Funeral Home North Crystal Lake Road
Beaver Dam, WI 53916
920-885-6600 | Map
Friday 7/20, 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
St. Katharine Drexel Catholic Church-Beaver Dam
511 S. Spring St.
Beaver Dam, WI 53916
Map
Saturday 7/21, 10:00 am - 10:50 am
St. Katharine Drexel Parish - Mission Hall
408 S. Spring St.
Beaver Dam, WI 53916
Map
Saturday 7/21
St. Patrick's Catholic Cemetery
Cty. Rd. G
Beaver Dam, WI 53916
Map
Mass
St. Katharine Drexel Catholic Church-Beaver Dam
511 S. Spring St.
Beaver Dam, WI 53916
Map
Saturday 7/21, 11:00 am

John L. “Jack” Otto, age 86, died Sunday, July 15, 2018 at his home in Beaver Dam. A memorial gathering will be held at Koepsell Murray Funeral Home in Beaver Dam on Friday, July 20, 2018 from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. where the rosary will be recited at 7:00 p.m. On Saturday, July 21,Continue Reading

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arden howey left a message on July 20, 2018:
Our sincerest sympathy to the entire Otto family. RIP Jack and keep smiling.
Lucille Nowak left a message on July 19, 2018:
May you find comfort in your good memories. Warm sympathy goes out to you today.
Lucille Nowak St. Katharine Drexel parish member July 19, 2018
Butch & Joni Klawitter left a message on July 18, 2018:
Otto family. Continue remembering all the good days and good times with Jack. Gordy & Jane, thoughts & condolences to you, also to your entire family.
Sarah McCourt left a message on July 18, 2018:
My deepest sympathy for the entire Otto Clan.
Phyllis Czarneski left a message on July 18, 2018:
Otto Family, My deepest condolence to the entire family, may God be with each n everyone at this time You are all in our prayers. Blessing Phyllis Czarneski , Robert,Amy,Lindy,Carissa n familys
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
George McKay left a message on July 17, 2018:
We will remember the good times in Montello playing ball and your cottage. Will miss you Jack!
Sue Koback left a message on July 17, 2018:
My sincerist condolences to Rita and your entire family for your loss. I remember Jack's constant smile. I know he will be missed tremendously.
Marilyn Stormer left a message on July 17, 2018:
I will always remember the good times my late husband, Cloyd, and I had gardening with Jack. We enjoyed his stories and his great laugh. Our thought and prayers and with you, Rita, and your family.
Marilyn Stormer, Friend, Owego, NY
John Haase left a message on July 17, 2018:
My condolences to the Otto family. May he R.I.P.
Rick and Darlene Schmid left a message on July 17, 2018:
Very sorry to hear about your great loss Otto family! I remember Jack very well having attended St. Patricks with Gordy. Great memories at the Otto house!
Dawn Koceja left a message on July 17, 2018:
On behalf of the family of his old friend, Dave Koback, our deepest sympathies to Rita and the family.
Brenda Palmer Meyer left a message on July 16, 2018:
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I remember your dad well.
Kathleen Knoll left a message on July 16, 2018:
So sorry for your loss. May God wrap His loving arms around you in this time of mourning and bring you memories of joy and laughter. Mark&Kathy Knoll
Paulette left a message on July 16, 2018:
Love and heart felt sympathy to you and your family, Rita.
Koepsell Funeral Home left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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