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Ottersbach, Richard D.
passed away on Monday April 13, 2020 after a valiant battle with leukemia. Loving son of Marion (and the late Don) Ottersbach; loving brother of Christine (David) Schelin and Mary (David) Overstreet; dear nephew of Evelyn (and the late Robert) Farrar; dear cousin of Robert Farrar, Janice Devereux, Peggy and Vincent Ottersbach; dear friend to many.
Richard was a member of the Teamsters Local 682, an active participant for over 20 years in the World War II Historic Reenactment Society. A graduate of McCluer Class of 1975 and dedicated to the craft of scale modeling. Rich loved music and Monte Python and will be sorrowfully missed by all.
Services: Private services were held. Interment at Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery.
A celebration of life to be held at a later date. A HUTCHENS service.
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Jerry Thierheimer
April 20, 2020
I met him in 8th grade at Ferg Jr high. He was cool and my friend till his passing. I will miss the swagger and 1 word comments , he was a friend I will miss.
Anita
April 20, 2020
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
the family
April 15, 2020
Marion, we want to express our deepest sympathy and condolences for your loss.
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