Edgar E. "Ed" Wotring

Edgar Wotring Obituary

Edgar E. "Ed" Wotring of Glen Ellyn for 24 years Visitation for Edgar E. "Ed" Wotring, 58, formerly of Villa Park, will be from 2 p.m. until the time of services at 4 p.m. Thursday, June 14, at Leonard Memorial Home, Ltd., 565 Duane St., Glen Ellyn. Interment will be private at St. Michael Cemetery in Wheaton. Born Nov. 23, 1948, in Indianapolis, he died Saturday, June 9, 2007, in Michigan City, Ind. Mr. Wotring was a professional engineer, a self-employed consulting engineer and owner of E. Wotring Associates, Inc. of Glen Ellyn, a consulting firm. Ed was a 1967 graduate of Warren Central High School in Indianapolis and a 1975 graduate of Purdue University in Indiana. He enjoyed sailing, fast cars, working on cars, target practice and was a member of the Porsche Club of America. He was also a connoisseur of good food and fine wine. He is survived by his beloved wife, Katy Wotring of Glen Ellyn; loving son, Erik Wotring, a student at the University of Illinois; dear sisters, Sandra Darling and Judy (Pete) Mickle, both of Lawrence, Ind.; and many nieces and nephews. Memorials, if desired, may be made in Ed's name to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, 150 N. Michigan Avenue, Suite 400, Chicago, IL 60601. For information, 630-469-0032.

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Published by Daily Herald on Jun. 12, 2007.

Memories and Condolences
for Edgar Wotring

8 Entries

Elliot Richey

June 28, 2007

I remember various visits with my Aunt Katy and Uncle Ed as I grew up- my mom is Katy's older sister. Uncle Ed was always so aware of how everybody was doing and making sure we all had what we needed and were comfortable. He was a genuinely caring man and my sympathies go out to Katy and Erik- the warmth of your Husband and Father will never be forgotten. Elliot T. Richey

Fran Tobias

June 20, 2007

My sympathies to Katy and Erik in the death of a wonderful husband and father.I first met Ed while working at Courier Travel in Glen Ellyn.
Ever the engineer, he needed the square footage of cabin space on a ship. (I didn't do that trip!) He would come in the office or call with vacation plans.....very specific plans that we would work on until everything was perfect. When I left Courier, Ed followed me through my next 2 travel agency jobs. The first question out of his mouth was always, "So, how are you doing?" He knew the health issues I had and was truly concerned I would be ok. We would discuss the family and how quickly time went by, measured by the growth and accomplishments of our children, and the love of his life Katy. My husband Mark was a police officer in Glen Ellyn for 27 yrs and had the opportunity of getting to know both Erik and Ed as he was Eriks DARE teacher. Each year on the Christmas walk, we would bump into each other and engage in lively conversation.
We couldn't help but feel better, more light hearted and full of laughter when we were around him. His passing has left a huge hole in my heart as I considered him a true friend. His memory will live on in our hearts. Katy and Eric, you will continue to be in our prayers to give you strength to get through this, and to know that somewhere down the road you will be able to smile again at his memory. May he rest in peace and until we meet again......Fran

Jack Nicholson

June 14, 2007

Our deepest condolences to Katy and Erik at the passing of a wonderful man. We spent many happy times over the years with your family and our neighbors on Van Damin, as the kids grew up and we all grew older. You will be remembered for your energy, zest for life, humor and generosity by many.

Nettie (Mickle) Buckner

June 12, 2007

Uncle Ed, you have always been so very caring and loving to all of us. We have so many great memories of the times our family has spent together. It will never be the same without you. We miss you dearly. Love, Nettie, Jeff, Maddie, and Emma

Carrie Morris

June 12, 2007

Ed was always a ray of sunshine in the neighborhood. We will have found memories of him walking Max around the block and extending a big smile! The street won't be the same without the local mayor. Our thoughts and prayers our with Katie and Erik.
The Morris Family, Carrie, Steve, Madeline and Megan

Rick Smith

June 12, 2007

Semper Fi, my old friend. Rhea Dawn and I will miss you.

Carol Darling

June 12, 2007

I had the privilege of calling Ed my uncle when I married his nephew. He always made me feel welcome and treated me as family from the time I met him. He was so good at recognizing everyone's birthday, even his great nieces and nephews. We never received a belated card! He always took the time to know what everyone's interests/hobbies were and cared enough to ask about them whenever we saw him. Thanksgivings will never be the same without him (and his Bloody Marys). He will be dearly missed.

John Mickle

June 12, 2007

Uncle Ed, we love you with all our hearts and will miss you dearly. We will cherish our memories of you forever.
Love,
John, Amy and Abby

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