Jack F Otto

Jack F Otto obituary, Yardley, PA

Jack F Otto

Jack Otto Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Feb. 2, 2024.
Jack F. Otto, passed away peacefully on January 27, 2024, at the age of 98 in Yardley, PA. Born on September 23, 1925, in Trenton, NJ, Jack was a proud World War II Navy veteran. He served his country with honor and distinction.

He was lovingly known as Gramps to everyone he met. He was a talented watchmaker and jeweler. He started at RCA as a lab technician and held several patents for television designs. His dedication and passion for his work led him to a management position, where he excelled as a leader. Gramps genuinely cared about his employees and was known as a people person. He always believed that teamwork could accomplish anything.

In addition to his successful career, Gramps was known for his intelligence and ability to fix anything. He had a great sense of humor and was always ready with a funny story. He was a loving and thoughtful individual who cherished his family. Gramps believed that family was everything, and he was loved by everyone he met. He was always willing to lend a helping hand to anyone in need.

Gramps lost the love of his life, Lucille in 1996, and we know they have been reunited after all of these years.

Gramps is survived by his loving son, Jack Otto (Cynthia), and his son, Dr. James Otto, his granddaughter, Samantha Otto (Charles), and grandson, James Otto Jr. (Jeanette). Gramps was preceded in death by his father, Julius Otto, mother, Pauline R. Otto, wife, Lucille N. Otto (Gage), sister, Doris Coleman, sister, Pauline Whitlow, and brother, William Otto.

A private service will be held to honor Gramps's life. The Beck-Givnish funeral home in Levittown, PA, is assisting the family with the arrangements.

Gramps will be remembered for his service to his country, his dedication to his work, and his unwavering love for his family. His legacy will live on in the hearts of all who knew and loved him.

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Lindsay Grapes

February 4, 2024

Jack would come to our dining room for every meal offered. I would cook a gigantic spread for the residents every Thursday. Jack would come from 7am to 930am. He would sit and socialize with other residents then when Jason and I were done serving we would sit and eat, always being wove over to jacks table by him. He would sit and tell stories of his father the German with broken English. He would try to mock his accent and repeat his father´s famous lines. It would crack us up. He was so proud of his family. So proud of his boys. He told Jason and I daily he hoped one day we would get together with Jack and his wife and go out together. Jack will forever be in my heart and I will think of him daily walking past his room. I will miss him terribly, miss giving him pounds 15-20 times a day everytime I passed. I will miss being his favorite sandwich maker. I´ll miss the jokes and laughs. I´ll miss giving him above and beyond attention that he loved so much. I´ll miss him giving me advice in my personal life and making his suggestions of what I should do. I´ll miss just going in his room and plopping down next to home to take a break from reality and just sit in peace with him. He was one of the best men I got the pleasure of knowing.

Kristy Naughton

February 2, 2024

Gramps always greeted me with a big smile and showed such a zest for life. He always looked so dapper even in his robe. I looked forward to seeing him whenever I would visit and enjoyed his stories he would share. I am sending lots of comfort to his loved ones and know that his legacy will live on through so many.

Kristy Naughton

February 2, 2024

Gramps always had a smile and I loved seeing him when I would visit. He always looked so dapper even in a robe. He shared many stories and was always filled with joy. He spoke highly of everyone he loved and showed a zest for life.

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