Paul R. Otterson Sr.

Paul R. Otterson, Sr. "Ott", 82, of Voorhees, formerly of Clayton, NJ, passed away peacefully on May 9, 2024.
Paul honorably served his country in the US Army. Together with his late wife, Betty Ann, he was actively involved in Catholic Social Services for more than twenty years. Together, they fostered several children and adopted two. Paul worked as an optician and was always willing to give a helping hand to anyone who needed help with their glasses. In his spare time, he enjoyed watching the Phillies, collecting coins, and playing games on his phone.
Beloved husband of the late Elizabeth Ann (nee Weiner). Devoted father of Paul R. Otterson, Jr. "Rickey" (the late Jane), Michael Otterson "Mickey" (Bernice), Robert Otterson "Bobby" (Roma), Celine Lunny (Robert), Melissa Survilo (Tony) and Christopher Otterson (Jessica). Loving Pop-Pop of Paul III "Rickey", Renee, Britny (Michael), Michael II (Allison), Corrine (William), Roma (Phil), Stephanie (Johnny), Marie, Regan (Jesy), Bobby (Skylar), Anthony (Theresa), Emily, Jaxton, and Ella. Loving great grandpop of Vittoria, Vanessa, Beau, Cooper, Bentley, Makenzie, Enzo, Roma, Alivia, Roman, Elle, and Elowen. Dear brother of Harry Otterson (the late Rose), the late Walter Otterson (the late Joan), and the late Lois Balanow (the late Tony).
Relatives and friends are invited to his viewing on Monday, May 13th from 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM at the Farnelli Funeral Home, 504 N. Main Street, Williamstown, where a service will follow at 12:30 PM.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Tunnel to Towers Foundation, 2361 Hylan Boulevard, Staten Island, NY 10306, or @ www.t2t.org