Anthony Otte Obituary

Name: Visitation for Anthony Otte
Start: 2018-10-23T22:00:00.000Z
End: 2018-10-24T00:00:00.000Z
Location: Mihovk-Rosenacker Funeral Home - Cincinnati

Anthony Otte

Cincinnati - Anthony John Otte, beloved husband of 62 years to the late Nora Jean (nee Grogan), dear son of Anthony Steven and Adele (nee Nieman) both deceased, dear brother of Adele Holtkamp, deceased, Betty Tedtman, deceased, Irma Lewis, Mae Gilkey, Ray Otte, deceased, and Carl Otte, dear father of Tony (Joyce) Otte, Steve (Carol) Otte, Jim (Cindy) Otte, and Carole (Mike) Erb, loving grandfather of Ann Otte (fiance Max George), Emily (Eric) Dinardo, Liz (Tommy) Weber, Kate Otte, Kevin Otte, Jack (Leah) Otte, Tony Erb (fiance Jen Weisman), David Otte, Andy Erb, and Sarah Erb, great-grandfather of Olivia, Aystun, and Charlotte. Died Friday, October 19, 2018, age 94 years. Visitation to be held at Mihovk-Rosenacker Funeral Home, 5527 Cheviot Road, Tuesday evening, October 23, from 6:00 to 8:00 PM. Mass of Christian Burial will be at St. Ignatius of Loyola Church, 5222 North Bend Road, Wednesday, October 24 at 11:00 AM with burial following at New St. Joseph Cemetery.

Tony was a 1942 graduate of the Ohio Mechanics Institute, a WW II US Army Infantry combat veteran, and a recipient of the Purple Heart Medal. After the war, Tony worked with his father in construction until starting Otte Brothers Construction with brother Ray in the mid 1950's. Tony started Best Panel Homes with brothers Ray and Carl and sister Adele in the early 1960's which, at its peak, had 75 employees. In retirement, Tony built award-winning sets for the Showbiz Players with sister Irma and other family members. Tony is a past President of the Cincinnati Home Builders Association, LaSalle High School PTA; a member of the Cincinnati Military Order of the Purple Heart Association, and a long-time, active member of St. Ignatius Parish.

The Otte family suggest memorials be made to St. Ignatius Tuition Aid Fund. Condolences may also be expressed to the Otte Family online at MRFH.com.

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Published by The Cincinnati Enquirer from Oct. 22 to Oct. 23, 2018.

Memories and Condolences
for Anthony Otte

9 Entries

Judy Mayne

October 25, 2018

Dear Tony, Steve, Jim, Carole, and family,
Our deepest sympathy to all of you. Your Dad was 1 in a million! He and your dear mother were always so kind, welcoming, and gracious when Mom (Betty) and the rest of us came to Cincinnati for a visit. In his humble, hard working way he was a shining role model for living life with honesty and integrity. He lived his faith and was a great example of Christian principles in action. The world is a better place because he was here and touched our lives.

October 23, 2018

So sorry for your loss. May you find comfort in God's loving words found at Jeremiah 29:11,12

Daniel Hasselbeck

October 23, 2018

we are all better people to have known him, our condolences .. matt, tim dan and carol Hasselbeck

Mickey Merritt

October 23, 2018

Tony was such a special person. He laughed a lot and had a great smile. He did such wonderful things as part of Showbiz Players. When he built a set you didn't have to worry about it falling apart . It wouldn't dare . He will be missed by many.

Reenie Giesken

October 23, 2018

Wish I could be with you to give hugs and share memories of Tony. The twinkle in his eyes always made me smile wondering what kind of story he was going to tell! Hugs and loving thoughts to all of you. Reenie ( Grace Beischels daughter)

Lois Otte

October 22, 2018

My heart is heavy as I say farewell to Tony. He was more like a brother to me than an in-law. Having lived just two houses apart for 50 years, we got to know each other well. He was a prince of a man, full of love for his God, his country and his fellow man. I admired him so much. I think everybody did. He will be greatly missed. I know one thing for sure....this world is a better place because he walked on this earth. Oh, that we all could say the same when our God calls us home. You all take good care of each other, and Tony will rest in peace. He loved you all so very very much.
Lois

Mary Beth Flowers

October 22, 2018

Carole, I'm so very sorry for you and your family's loss. Although you were quite fortunate to have your dad well into his sunset years, loss of a loved one, especially a parent, is so very sad. My heartfelt prayers are with you & your family in this time of reflection & celebration of his life. Perpetual masses are being offered up for your father's soul through the Marianist's Mission daily masses. Best regards, Mary Beth Flowers

October 22, 2018

So sorry for your loss. May you find comfort in God's loving words found at 1Pet 5:10