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09/17/1937
DIED
12/22/2010
Stanley Otremba Obituary
Stanley L. Otremba, passed away December 22, 2010. Stan was born on September 17, 1937 in Buffalo, New York. In 1972, he married his loving wife Anna in Warsaw, Poland and had two children.
Stan served in the US Navy on the USS Lexington in the Air Naval Intelligence Division as the Assistant to the Intelligence Briefing Officer from 1955 to 1959. He received a Bachelors Degree in Administration of Justice from the University of La Verne, two Masters Degrees from Chapman University and a Doctoral Degree from the United States International University in the field of human behavior. Stan was a tenured instructor in the criminal justice program at Allan Hancock College from 1969 until 2008. His law enforcement career began in 1959 with the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department and then in 1965 he transferred to the Santa Barbara County Sheriff's Department where he worked until he retired in 1983. From 1983 until 2010 he owned and operated Otremba and Associates Private Investigations, Polygraph and Attorney Services. In 2009, he published a book summarizing his 25 years of law enforcement experiences entitled: So, You Want To "Be A Cop"? An Inside Look At Law Enforcement.
Stan's favorite hobby was spending time playing poker with his buddies.
Stan is survived by his wife Anna; his son Stan Otremba and wife Amy; his daughter Michele Evans and husband Christopher; 6 grandchildren: Colin Otremba, Ethan Otremba, Jacob Otremba, Lily Otremba, Riley Senne and Sagan Senne; his three brothers Edward Otremba, Eugene Otremba and Jimmy Otremba; two sisters Virginia Sabatini and Julie Schaffer. He was preceded in death by his parents John and Julia Otremba and brother John Otremba.
A private family service will be held. Donations in lieu of flowers may be made to the St. Jude Children's Hospital or the American Heart Association.
Arrangements are under the direction of Dudley-Hoffman Mortuary, Crematory and Memory Gardens.
Dudley-Hoffman
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(805) 922-8463
www.dudleyhoffmanmortuary.com
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Memories and Condolences
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John Wood
August 27, 2019
Im so sorry to hear Stan passed away, I had not seen Stan in many years. I had just met Anna and seen their first child, Stan Was very good friends with the Wood family. Jim and Helen Wood, Jim JR, Bill Grace and John. God Bless Stan and the family. John Wood
Trudy Govers
January 5, 2011
I am so sad to hear my friend Stan has passed. Please know that he will be missed. He was such a sweet man and I truly enjoyed knowing him. He is in the arms of our lord and savior looking down on his family. Please know our family is thinking of you and please send extra hugs to his wife Anna from Trudy (Hancock College).
Brandy Araujo
January 4, 2011
Stan and Michelle,
So sorry to hear of the loss of your dad. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your families.
Brandy Araujo
Rita Shannon
January 3, 2011
Stan was a marvelous man - intelligent, witty, very patient and of great humor. Though it's been many decades since I took Stan's classes, the lessons I learned from him still make a difference in my life and work. Also, I will never be able to drive the road to VAFB at night in the fog without thinking of his stories about it!! My mother, Doris, worked with Stan at Hancock 20 years and always had kind words about him. Together, they fought for tenure and succeeded. They are both in the hands of God now. My prayers are with you all.
Patty VanNest
January 3, 2011
Anna and family;
I was saddened to hear of the loss of Stan. Tho I only knew him a short time he really touched my life. He always spoke of you in such a loving way and was so proud of all of you. The sparkle in his eyes and the love that shown on his face you could just feel the love he had for you.
I know there are no words that can comfort the hurt you are feeling right now, but just know that there are a lot of people praying for you in your time of need. He is in God's hands now and there is no better place to be. Just know he isn't hurting any longer.
Dick and Judy St John
January 2, 2011
Anna, Michele, Stan Jr.,
We were saddened to hear of your loss. We were close for so long and shared many happy memories. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Weldon Farris
January 2, 2011
Dear Anna, After 40 years of friendship, I am so sad that I was out of the country and didn't hear about Stan's passing until New Year's Eve. Our love and best wishes are with you at this sad time. I don't have your correct phone number to call but would appreciate hearing from you.
Weldon (805-216-9007)
Patricia D'Agostini
December 30, 2010
Many years have gone by since we worked together at the Solvang Station. I have the fondest memories of those days.
Some people are unforgetable. You are one of them. I used my "crystal" knowledge throughout the years. Thanks for the education.
Bob, Kelly, Miranda, Joey & Alex Hassler
December 30, 2010
You are a strong and loving family. As hard as it is right now, you will get through this. You have many friends who love you and will be there for you whenever you need us. You are always in our thoughts and prayers.
Caterina Reid
December 30, 2010
Stan, We were so saddended to hear the news. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your loved ones. "Those who live in the hearts of others never die."
David Okon
December 29, 2010
Uncle Stan,
You will be truly be missed and will always be in my mind. You had taught me so much over the years and I will never forget our times spent together. I love you and miss you.
Uncle Joe and Aunt Julie
December 29, 2010
Stan, Amy and Family..we are so sorry to hear of your loss. Please know that we are thinking of you.
December 29, 2010
Dear Stan and Anna, we were very sorry to hear about your loss. The memories of spending time with Stan and you, Anna, always bring a smile to my face. Our hearts go out to you and you will always have a place there.
With warm regards,
Cindy and Tim Simpson
Tammy Okon
December 29, 2010
Uncle Stan,
You were such a great Uncle and I always looked forward to coming down and seeing you. You have made me laugh so many times and you will always be in my heart. I love you and I know you are looking down on all of us with love. I will see you tomorrow.....
December 29, 2010
To Stan,Michelle,and the entire Otremba family.
We are very sorry for your loss and you all are in our thoughts and prayers.And we are here if you guys need anything.
love,
Lauren,Sean,Sean T and Aidan Coffman.
Nicole & George Nordquist
December 29, 2010
Stan, Amy,and Family, you are in all of our thoughts and prayers.
Lily Otremba
December 29, 2010
"I love you Dzia Dzia, for the bestest day. My favorite thing to do with you was to play."
Lily, age 3
Jacob Otremba
December 29, 2010
Dzia Dzia,
We miss you so much. I love you.
Jacob, age 6
Ethan Otremba
December 29, 2010
Dzia Dzia,
You are special because you gave me jelly beans when I was sitting on your lap.
Ethan, age 8
Colin Otremba
December 29, 2010
Dzia Dzia,
You are special because you got me apple pies at Carrows.
Love, Colin, age 10
kay phillips
December 29, 2010
stan will be missed he was a very sweet man and always had a smile on his face, my prayers and thoughts are with you ann and your family
Steven Perez
December 29, 2010
Anna, Michele,& Jr.,
Our deepest sympathy in the recent loss of "Stan the Man". We all have very fond memories of Stanley and your whole family. Your family will be in our thoughts and prayers. Thank you for allowing us to be apart of your lives for 12 years. Stanley will sorely be missed.
With our deepest regards and love,
The Perez Family
December 28, 2010
You were such a special person Stan. Your ready smile and sense off purpose will forever be remembered........Mario Rivas
Brad & Michelle Gitchell
December 28, 2010
Anna, Stan & Michele,
We are thinking of you all. We always enjoyed visiting with Stan and listening to his storytelling. He was so welcoming and a kind Grandpa to all. We were entertained by him and his sense of humor. He always seemed to be enjoying life and sharing his experiences with others. The one thing that was very apparent is how proud he was of his family.
We hope you find some comfort knowing that he had such a positive influence on so many people and that he is greatly admired.
We are very sorry for your loss.
Connie Fontaine
December 28, 2010
I am so sorry to hear of Stans passing he was my instructor at Allan Hancock, I loved all his wild stories. I will keep your family in my prayers and he will be surely missed.
William Spears
December 28, 2010
I remember like yesterday as a young Explorer meeting Deputy Otremba. Although seeming like yesterday it was 1969. Several years later I came to the Sheriff's Department and like a cornerstone of the Santa Maria Substation was Stan. I really enjoyed our talks. Later I worked with Stan as a fellow instructor at Allan Hancock.
Always with a story or an example of what to do, Stan was there. While the advisor of the Sheriff's Explorers he was always available to help. Today as a police administrator, and a criminal justice instructor I have told a few "Stan' stories. Stan you carried the torch to light the way for others to follow. There are many young persons today that were either directly or indirectly impacted by you. God bless you. My deepest sympathies to the Otremba family.
Dana Gleason
December 28, 2010
I will always remember Detective Otremba fondly from my days of being an Explorer Scout at the Sheriff's Office (1978-1982). Stan was one of those who would stop and talk to us, and took the time to be a mentor. When I went on to take classes at AHC and go thru the academy, I made it a point to take his classes, adopting him again as a mentor and teacher. Thank you, Mr. Otremba, for making a difference in at least 1 young person's life.
December 28, 2010
Dear Anna - I wish you and your family comfort and strength at this difficult time. Dr. Otremba was my instructor at Hancock for two wonderful years. He taught me so much and I always enjoyed his stories and sense of humor. It was great getting to see the two of you every now and again at the casino. Dr. Otremba has touched so many lives; I am certain his memory will live on forever.
Sincerely,
Michelle Huitron
stan otremba
December 28, 2010
Thanks for everything dad, I miss you and will always have you in my heart.
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