Richard J. Ott,

Age 83, of Amsterdam, passed away Thurs., Dec. 11, 2025.  He was born Jun. 18, 1942, in Canton, a son of the late Richard and Dorothy (Smith) Ott.  Richard retired as a Bricklayer from Republic Steel in Canton. Richard was a huge lover of animals.  He loved going to Florida for the winters. Richard was an avid fisherman, hunter, bingo player and enjoyed riding around visiting friends at the campgrounds, where he was widely known as "Papa Ott."   He loved spending time with family and friends. Richard was very loved and will be forever missed.  Preceded in death by his wife Katie (Slagle) Ott; son, Dennis Ott; brothers, Sheldon Smith, Verle Ott and Oscar Ott; sisters Verna Miller, Twila McCormick, Mary Lou Huscusson, Jackie Kelly and Dorothy Gruich.  Survived by; two daughters, Robin Ott and Laurie Ott; three sons, Richard (Betty) Ott, Jerry (Christi Allen) Ott, and Scott (Carrie) Ott; six sisters, Geri (Randy) Bowser, Darlene (Marty) Morris, Penny Freeman, Lucky Johnston, Jean Hamilton, Lana Waggoner; 1 one brother, Frank (Reatha) Ott and many grandchildren and great grandchildren.  The family will hold a Celebration of Life on Sat. Jan. 3rd 2026., from 2pm - 6pm, at the Carrollton Eagles, 1072 Brenner Rd NE, Carrollton, OH 44615.  The Finefrock-Gordon Funeral Home in Magnolia is in charge of arrangements. Condolences may be left at: www.gordonfuneralhomes.com.

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