Sheri Posted August 16, 2007 Share Posted August 16, 2007 He died peacefully in my arms on Monday 8-13 at 6:45 AM. I snuggled him in his hospital bed as we slept together all night. He never experienced any pain and went as most of would like to: painless and in our sleep. We never got enough time, he was comatose since August 5th. I will cling to every last word he did say upon admittance to the hospital. His obituary: TECUMSEH — Ronald Stanley Ott, 68, passed away Monday, Aug. 13, 2007, surrounded by his loved ones at Herrick Memorial Hospital in Tecumseh. Ron was born Jan. 8, 1939, in Chatham, Ontario, Canada, the son of Stanley and Louise (McLean) Ott. Ron was a 1957 Lakeville Memorial High School graduate. Upon graduation Ron enlisted in the United States Navy where he served honorably as a naval officer until his retirement in 1977. On Jan. 12, 1996, Ron married Mabel Haydon and she survives. After retirement, Ron owned and operated Kwik Fix Windshield Repair for many years. He was an avid boxing fan and enjoyed playing hockey. In addition to his wife, Mabel, Ron leaves behind a legacy of love in his mother, Louise Ott; his brothers, Larry (Linda) Ott and Rick (Brenda) Ott; his children, Stephen Ott, Dayna (Roger) Meyers, Sharon Ott, Ronnie Ott, and his stepson, Steven Reams. He is also survived by five grandchildren, Shannon, Lauren, Kristin, Tara and Eric; two great-grandchildren T.J and Keian, and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father and will be deeply missed by all of his family and those who knew him. Funeral services will be held at J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home in Adrian, on Thursday, Aug. 16, 2007, at 2 p.m. with the Rev. David Bowman officiating. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Wednesday from 4 to 8 p.m. Interment will take place at Riverside Cemetary in Clinton, with Military Honors conducted by the Tecumseh American Legion #34 and the Tecumseh V.F.W #4187. Memorial contributions may be made to the Southeast War Memorial Foundation, P.O. Box 3005, Orange, TX 77631, to help with the museum restoration of his favorite naval ship, the USS Orleck. Contributions can also be made to the LUNGgevity Foundation, 2421 N. Ashland Ave., Chicago, IL 60614. Condolences may be made to the family at www.pursefuneralhome.com. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ztweb Posted August 16, 2007 Share Posted August 16, 2007 Oh I am so sorry to read your post. Please know I am thinking about you and saying a prayer. Eternal rest be granted unto him oh Lord, and may Your perpetual light shine upon him always. Jen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dadstimeon Posted August 16, 2007 Share Posted August 16, 2007 Sheri, Very sorry for your loss. Rich Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Treebywater Posted August 16, 2007 Share Posted August 16, 2007 I'm so sorry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
laban Posted August 16, 2007 Share Posted August 16, 2007 May he rest in peace. Prayers for you and the family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RandyW Posted August 16, 2007 Share Posted August 16, 2007 I am so sorry to hear this news. My thoughts and Prayers and Condolences be with his family this day. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MsC1210 Posted August 16, 2007 Share Posted August 16, 2007 Sheri I am so very sorry... Please accept my sincere sympathies and condolences. Keeping you and your family in my thoughts and prayers, Christine Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kasey Posted August 16, 2007 Share Posted August 16, 2007 I am so saddened to read your post, Sheri. Guess I was hoping for improvement and wasn't expecting it. You have been an extraordinary daughter. Hopefully that knowledge will help you through this phase of the journey. You have MANY memories to comfort you. Hope they help. Kasey Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fillise Posted August 16, 2007 Share Posted August 16, 2007 Sheri, I'm so sorry for your loss. You will in my prayers for strength and for peace. ((((Hugs)))) Susan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ann Posted August 16, 2007 Share Posted August 16, 2007 I'm so very sorry, Sherri. The obituary was a wonderful tribute to your Dad. He sounds like a really amazing man. I'll be saying prayers for you and your family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maryanne Posted August 16, 2007 Share Posted August 16, 2007 I'm so sorry for your loss Sheri. Please accept my deepest symphathies. I wish I had some words of wisdom to say to you. Please know you are in my heart. I know the pain of losing a father. Maryanne Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dscherer Posted August 16, 2007 Share Posted August 16, 2007 I am so sorry for your loss. Prayers for strength and peace. Prayers, Dana Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trish2418 Posted August 16, 2007 Share Posted August 16, 2007 Please accept my condolences, Sheri. May your dad rest in peace. Trish Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
P.S. I Love You Posted August 16, 2007 Share Posted August 16, 2007 Sheri- We are so sorry to hear this. Our condolences to you and your family. Kim & Bev Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Connie B Posted August 16, 2007 Share Posted August 16, 2007 Oh Sheri, I am so sorry to hear you lost your wonderful father. My prayers are with you during this very difficult time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DanaBrooke Posted August 16, 2007 Share Posted August 16, 2007 I am very sorry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shineladysue Posted August 16, 2007 Share Posted August 16, 2007 Sheri, You have been on my mind and in my prayers since your last post. I am so very sorry you have lost your Dad. May God be with you and your family during this very painful and difficult time. Sue Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Littlegirl Posted August 16, 2007 Share Posted August 16, 2007 Sheri - I am so sorry for your loss. Karen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sharonjo Posted August 16, 2007 Share Posted August 16, 2007 Sheri, I am so sorry for your loss. I am praying that your dad is now in the comfort of Jesus' arms and is smiling down on you from above. God Bless, Sharon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dtay Posted August 16, 2007 Share Posted August 16, 2007 Sheri - I am so sorry to read your sad news. You are in my thoughts. Dawn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Welthy Posted August 17, 2007 Share Posted August 17, 2007 Sheri, I'm so sorry to read of your Dad's passing. I'm so glad it was peaceful -- what a blessing. May God hold you and yours close during this time. Welthy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lc46 Posted August 18, 2007 Share Posted August 18, 2007 I am so sorry. Dar Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Suzie Q Posted August 18, 2007 Share Posted August 18, 2007 Deepest sympathies to you in the loss of your father. Karen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
teriw Posted August 18, 2007 Share Posted August 18, 2007 Sheri, I know your dad fought so hard. Now he's resting, but the void is huge, I know. I'm so sorry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Larry Posted August 18, 2007 Share Posted August 18, 2007 I'm so sorry he is gone but GOD was so merciful in letting him Die as he did.I was fortunate in that my Wife was able to pass in a Painless way also.Sound's like him and i would have enjoyed being around each other...... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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