OTTON: Peacefully, at home, surrounded by his family Allan Russell Otton of Grand Bend, age 83. Predeceased by his cherished wife of 46 years, Helga (Dumpke) Otton (2011). Survived by daughters Heather Otton (Rick) and Brenda (Otton) Wroe. Loving Grampa of Erik Wroe, Luke Baker (Kaitlyn) and Holly Otton. Proud Great-Grampa of Abigail Baker. Partner of Alison Carnie. Brother of Margaret Otton. Predeceased by his parents Russell and Jean (Weir) Otton and sister Evelyn McFadden. At Allan’s request cremation will take place and a private interment at Mount Pleasant Cemetery in London to follow. Allan’s Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, August 30th, from 2 – 6 pm at the Grand Bend Legion, 20 Municipal Dr, Grand Bend Ont. Memorial donations if desired to My Sister’s Place, London Women’s Shelter, or charity of choice. Arrangements entrusted to T. Harry Hoffman & Sons Funeral Home, Dashwood.
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Miriam Gardinet
Very sorry to hear of Al’s passing Ali, am thinking of you at this time, and the rest of the family
Ross Duncan
I have many fond memories of walking to and from London Life with Al.He was a true friend. My sincere condolences to family and friends.
Ross Duncan
Campbell Dunoon
A truely great guy. Met him on the road in Scotland. Spent 3 days with him and Alie. Respected and admired him from the first moment.
Cheryl and Phil Lawrence
Our condolences to Al’s family and Alison. We hope your memories of your time with him will comfort you in the coming years. I worked with Al both before and during Al’s time at NewLink, and I (Cheryl) appreciated his mentorship during our assignments together. He was always so positive and supportive! He had a wonderful laugh. We also enjoyed our social times together with Helga and Pierre and stayed in touch after our retirement. We have provided a donation in memory of Al, to London’s My Sister’s Place. Regards, Cheryl and Phil Lawrence
Betty Hodkinson
I am so sorry to hear of Allan’s passing. I worked with him while he was at DMR. He was so good to work with and I have such fond memories of him. My condolences to the family.
Alex Masson
Worked with and for Al from the 1960’s until his departure from London Life. Al seemed to know everything and everyone that mattered and was always pointing the way forward. Working with him broadened my horizons and helped me in my career and his breadth of knowledge and experience helped him in his subsequent career in consulting after departing London Life. A standout memory for me was attending the LOMA annual conference in New Orleans around 1980. Al read an advertisement in the airline magazine about ‘Breakfast at Brennans’ being a can’t miss experience while in New Orleans and we were not disappointed – and did not eat another meal all day.
So many memories that I will always cherish. Rest in peace.
Alex Masson
Mary Feret
Alison, so sorry about your loss.
Extending sincere condolences from the both of us. Allan was your rock, with no frills or fuss,
Having him in your life was a definite plus.
Mary and Larry
Jeanett Wood
Heather and family so sorry to hear of your dad,s passing. Keep your memories close they will comfort you in this difficult time Jeanett and George Wood
Carol Whiteford
So sorry Heather and Rick and family to hear of your dear father’s passing, may the wonderful memories of the good times together help ease the pain! Keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers! Carol Whiteford
John Thompson
Memories of Oz & Helga
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Many successful projects with Oz at London Life
(Way Back When…) Noon-hour walks down Dundas Street and seeing how many people Oz knew (and remembered their names) in London (I was jealous – having lived in many different places due to my Dad’s transfers in his career in the Air Force)
Oz was always the guy who remembered people’s names and their history.
Many summer Fastball games after work, with Oz’s rocket arm throwing someone out at home from centre field
Many, many draft beers at the ceeps with Oz & Helga and Joan after summer fastball games
Many championships with Oz on the Electrons and London Life fastball teams
September “fishing trips” to the West Arm of Lake Nipissing with Oz as the cook – “Chateaubriand” dinners and “gourmet shore lunches”
Friday afternoon “gin and tonic” parties at Oz & Helga’s place downtown (before it was torn down for the Horton Street extension)
Several Two-week-long winter vacations in Barbados with Joan and Oz and Helga
One Two-week-long driving tour of California with Joan and Oz and Helga
Summer weekend visits to Ipperwash Beach with Joan and Oz and Helga at the Gundry’s cottage
Trips with Joan, Oz, Helga, Dave, Leigh, Heather and Brenda to Cedar Point
Golf trips to South Carolina with Oz and “the boys” (Again more of Oz’s cooking)
A Week-long “Tour of the World via Toronto’s restaurants” with Joan at Oz & Helga’s Toronto abode
Losing “money” to Oz at our monthly “Regular Rules Poker Club (RRPC)”
Oz at our annual R.R.P.C. “Summer Extravaganza” at Southen’s cottage at Ipperwash
Sean Connelly
Only had the pleasure of spending time with Allan a hand full of times. I always loved his stories and advice. Much love to the family and Alison
Beth Trevail
Heartfelt condolences to all of Al’s beloveds.
Arlen Curtis
So sorry for your loss Heather.
Ron Walker
Heather and Rick, our sincere condolences. Always hard to say goodbye.
Ron & Ann Walker
Amanda Nicolich
I’m so sorry to hear of Al’s passing. He was such a nice,warm and funny man. I’m glad we met him. Love, The Nicolich’s
David Morrow
Fond memories of Oz playing fastball at London Life grounds. Terrific ball player & wonderful person. Always a pleasure to be around.
Sally Siegner
Alison, I am so sorry to hear of your dear partner’s death. I remember you telling me how happy you were to have Al in your life.