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Jack Otto Obituary

Otto, Jack M. Age 77, U.S. Army Veteran, late of The Villages, Fl. formerly of Lansing and Roseland. Devoted father of Keith (Shari), Brian (Carrie) and Curt Otto. Proud grandfather of Ryan and Devin Otto. Loving son of the late Harold and Siemke (nee Roosma) Otto. Retired Funeral Director with over 40 years of dedicated service and member of Teamsters Local 727. Jack was an avid golfer and fisherman and loved his friends more than they could ever know. Visitation Sunday 2 to 9 p.m. Funeral Service Monday 11 a.m. at Thornridge Funeral Home (Janusz Family Funeral Service), 14318 S. LaGrange Road (9600 W/Rte. 45) Orland Park. Interment Mt. Greenwood Cemetery. 708-460-2300 or thornridgefuneralhomes.com

Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Sep. 23, 2011.
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I am so sorry to hear of Jack's passing. I knew him since Roseland and always respected him. He was a great individual.

Carl Chutro (Retired Trade Embalmer)

Carl Chutro

September 28, 2011

May you all find the Strength to get through this heartbroken time !
Remember the cosgrove 2, Billy & Boots are with jack! Fishing, Playing Cards,
& Drinking OLD STYLE

September 26, 2011

Was very sorry to hear of your loss. Enjoyed plaing golf with Jack & Mel Meidema and we always had lots of laughs. My prayers are with Jack's family. --Jerry

Jerry Besser

September 25, 2011

Curt (Brian and Keith), our hearts ache for you, we know how much your Dad means to you. Although this is a sad day, we pray you find peace knowing he is healthy, happy and restored. Only his body has separated from you...until you meet again. We love you. Brian and Aimee Meyer

Brian Meyer

September 25, 2011

Dear Keith, Sherry and Ryan:

We are so very sorry to hear about your father. We have you all in our hearts and prayers.

When your father dies...your sun shifts forever and you walk in his light.

Love,

Joe, Mimi, Brendan and Emmet

September 24, 2011

We offer our deepest sympathy to the family of Jack Otto. We enjoyed living next to him in Lansing, he was a great neighbor and friend. Though we haven't seen him for awhile, we've kept in touch during the holidays, hearing about his golf games.

Dennis, Nora, & Michael Stanczak

September 23, 2011

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

The Staff of Thornridge Funeral Home

September 23, 2011

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

The Staff of Thornridge Funeral Home

September 21, 2011

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14318 S. LaGrange Road, Orland Park, IL 60462

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