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BILLIVEE OTTERSON Obituary
Billivee Barlow Otterson was born in Salt Lake City, Utah on June 11, 1920. Her faith in the Lord has always been paramount in her life. Billivee was a devoted daughter, sister, wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend.
She is survived by her beloved husband of 67 years, William M. Otterson, Sr., her three children, William M. Otterson Jr., and his wife, Linda, Philip Otterson, and Valerie Finkbeiner, and her husband, Bruce, grandchildren Kristina Gunnin and husband Seth, Jennifer Medeiros and husband Nelson, and four great-grandchildren Tyce, Kendall and Kaylee Gunnin and Mason Medeiros. Billivee was preceded in death by her parents, Oran and Elda Barlow and her brother, Oran (Bud) Barlow Jr.
Billivee graduated from the University of California, Berkeley in 1942 with her Bachelor's degree and was a member of Alpha Xi Delta National Fraternity. She was involved in many community organizations including being a member of the American Association of University Women, a charter member of the Mercy Hospital Assistance League, and a deacon at Central Presbyterian Church, where she was a devout and active member for over 65 years.
Billivee was a blessing to this world and everyone that she came into contact with. She leaves us all with keen memories of her and the joy she brought to us all. We are all sad to lose such a pillar of strength and compassion, but grateful to have had Billivee as a part of our lives. In her 90 years of life, Billivee continued to bless us with her generous acts of kindness and wisdom which will be carried in our hearts forever.
Services will be held on Tuesday, October 12, 2010 at 11:00 a.m. at Central Presbyterian Church, 20th and Canal Streets, Merced, California. A reception will immediately follow at the Hoffmeister Center, 19th and Canal Streets, Merced, California.
Contributions in Billivee's name may be made to the Central Presbyterian Church, 1920 Canal Street, Merced, Ca 95340 or to the Salvation Army, 1440 W. 12th Street, Merced, Ca 95341.
Arrangements are under the direction of Stratford Evans Merced Funeral Home.
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Memories and Condolences
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Annie Romanello
October 14, 2010
I am so saddened for those of us Mrs./ Otterson left behind, but so joyous that she is now with our Lord in his perfect and beautiful heaven. The loss of a loved one is never easy, but may the family and friends of Mrs. Otterson be comforted by the love she left behind, and the knowledge that she is no longer sick or suffering - Words seem so inadequete at this time. love to all
Della and David Temple
October 12, 2010
Bill,
David and I want you to know that you are in our thoughts. Billievee was always so joyous and full of energy. We just loved being around her! She will be missed. Our love to you.
October 12, 2010
Billievee is one of my earliest heros and role models. She treated everyone as though they were important to her. She always had time to listen, was always kind and never judgemental. She always saw the good in everyone and every situation. She always had time to share her love for Jesus. My heart is so very sad for her family. She will always be a great Christian lady in my heart. Our world is a better place because of the positive impact she made on my life and character, and all the other lives she touched.
Christine Hadley Floyd
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
October 11, 2010
Bill,
Sorry to hear of your loss.
Forrest
Keith Barlow
October 10, 2010
Your kindness and generosity are forever on my heart. Bless you, Aunt Billievee.
October 9, 2010
Thank you Billivee - Mom - for the love and affection going in a Swedish direction. My thoughts go to the family.
Love to you all
Leif Erik
John Clerkin-Whitcomb
October 9, 2010
I was fortunate to know Billivee for a number of years when I lived in Merced. She was truly a lovely human being and I feel blessed that our lives crossed paths.
Stratford Evans Funeral Chapel
October 7, 2010
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
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