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Richard Allen Otten
1940 - 2020
Richard Allen Otten
1940 - 2020
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BORN
1940
DIED
2020
Richard Otten Obituary
When I’m Gone
When I come to the end of my journey and I travel my last weary mile, just forget if you can, that I ever frowned and remember only the smile. Forget unkind words I have spoken; remember some good I have done. Forget that I ever had heartache and remember I've had loads of fun. Forget that I have stumbled and blundered and sometimes fell by the way. Remember I have fought some hard battles and won, ere the close of the day, then forget to grieve for my going, I would not have you sad for a day, But in summer just gather some flowers and remember the place where I lay, and come in the evening when the sun paints the sky in the west, stand for a few moments beside me and remember only my best.
15 Entries
Taylor Otten
November 10, 2020
Forever in our hearts and memories! I love you grandpa.
His second wife Harriett
Barbara Briest
November 4, 2020
Dad and Stretch
Barbara Briest
November 4, 2020
Barbara Briest
November 4, 2020
He was my rock and friend role model and buddy. I will truly miss his laugh and temper. He was a GREAT DAD who never denied me anything as a child or adult. I will miss him and always remember him. He was truly one of a kind and had a way of drawing you to him. I will cherish all the good times i had fishing, hunting, shrooming on the mighty mo river. The childhood I had was one of a kind and that was because he and mom were so great and loving. Hope you are happy and the rest of the family is with you. See you on that side save a spot for me in the boat and beers for the journey. LOVE ALWAYS Bobbi
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Julie Otten
November 1, 2020
Mark Otten
October 31, 2020
You were most straight forward man I've ever known and the most stubborn. I see where I get it from I miss you grandpa I don't know what else to say other than I hope you are happy where you are now and that the weather is good for whatever you choose to do. I'm sorry I didn't get to you to say farewell to you before your journey to the other side of things. save me a cold one I'll see you again someday and hopefully we can sit and have a drink and share some stories about what we missed while apart. I love you grandpa
Sammy Carranza
October 30, 2020
Never sugar coated it & told it like it was. For me - that's how I needed to hear it. Grumpy, stubborn, experienced, knowledgeable, and my favorite - wise & humble. My list is short, but you're one of the select few that I can say, "I'm lucky to have crossed paths with you, in my life." and for that - I'm very Thankful for the advice & memories....
Linda Otten
October 30, 2020
Linda Otten
October 30, 2020
Memories of you will always be in my heart. I love you! Rest in Peace
Richard and his sisters, Shirley & Berta
Linda Otten
October 30, 2020
Julie Otten
October 30, 2020
Driver of the magical corvette... you taught me so many things that shaped my life. It will be a tough road knowing you're no longer here, but the memories and lessons learned will be passed on for generations. I love you grandpa
Mary Price
October 29, 2020
Our condolences & love to the Otten Family.
You influenced some of the good guys & have stories to tell for days...
May you Rest in Peace
Mary & Bryan/ FSI
Vicki Grandt
October 29, 2020
Charlie, Vicki, David Grandt
VICKI Grandt
October 29, 2020
I have so many memories of you, you will always be in my heart. Rest in peace my uncle, I will always love you. VICKI
Chad Hayes
October 27, 2020
Dick was one of the most influential persons in my life.
A friend who made me laugh.
A teacher who's lessons will be passed on for generations.
A father figure when I needed to be put in check.
Just a damn good man!!!!!
RIP Sir,
Chad Hayes
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