Carlene Ottenbaker

Carlene Ottenbaker obituary

Carlene Ottenbaker

Carlene Ottenbaker Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Tampa Cremation & Burial Services on Dec. 8, 2025.
Surrounded by her family.

She attended crystal River High School class of 82.

She was a school bus driver for almost 20 years something years she retired 2021.She was a fun loving person to be with. Done a lot of laughing and spending time with family & friends. Carlene was married to her ex-husband Kevin in year 1984. Even though not married anymore, they still had that love for each other. Carlene you will definitely be missed sis rest in peace and let Jay know you still haven't found his watch. Lol .She also shared a special bond with her sisters Shelia Layson of Homosassa, husband (deceased) (Jay)Jason Layson.

Nephew- Daniel Hinnant

Niece -Nicole H Martin, great Nephew-Elijah DeBarge, great Niece Nevaeh DeBarge of citrus springs Fl

Travis DeBarge family member of citrus springs Fl

Sister (deceased) Tammy H McDonald .

Sister- (deceased) Amy

Sister- Lisa and husband Todd of Homosassa Fl. With lot's of Niece and nephews.

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Tampa Cremation & Burial Services

8109 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Tampa, FL 33619

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