In Remembrance Of

Mildred Ottinger

Mildred Ottinger, 81, of the Gower area, passed away, February 6, 2021.

She was born on July 2, 1939 to John Franklin and Sofia Vallentine (Selle) Obermier in Rushville, MO. Mildred grew up near Halls, MO and graduated from Benton High School.

On September 21, 1963 she was united in marriage to Vernon Dee Ottinger. After their marriage they made their home in the Gower area.

Mildred was a member of the St. Joseph Catholic Church in Easton where she was a member of the Altar Society. She taught Religious Education at St. Patrick’s in St. Joseph for many years.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Rosemary Sonnenmoser, Gene Obermier, John Obermier, Edwin Obermier Sr, and son-in-law Marty Paxton.

Mildred is survived by her husband, Vernon; children, Dennis (Sheila) Ottinger, Doug (Christie) Ottinger, Debra Paxton, and Darren (Taunya) Ottinger; grandchildren, Thomas, Kathryn, Johnathan, Duncan, Alyssa, Ethan (Tesla), Emily, Amanda, Jessica, Olivia, Noah, Alec, Cross, Drake, and Cooper; four great-granddaughters, Gracen, Adalynn, Halle, and Amara; brother, Craig Obermier; sister, Marjorie Obermier; and sister-in-law, Marilyn Littlejohn; several nieces and nephews, other relatives and many friends.

Mass of Christian Burial: 10:00 a.m. Thursday, February 11th at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Easton, MO.

Rosary: 6:00 p.m. with Visitation from 6:30-8:00 p.m. Wednesday, February 10th at Hixson-Klein Funeral Home, Gower.

Burial: Frazier Cemetery.

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12 comments

  • Mary Testerman

    Sorry to hear of your loss. Prayers to the family.

  • Ed & Linda Obermier

    We are deeply sorry for the loss of Aunt Mildred. She was a kind wonderful person and will be greatly missed. Our Deepest Condolences,
    Ed & Linda Obermier

  • Stephanie Bright

    Aunt Mildred was a very special person. She was kind and gracious and was always so wonderful with Dad. My love and prayers of comfort for Uncle Vernon and family.

  • Janet and Don Rokusek

    Sending sincere sympathy to Vernon and family

  • Stephen Sonnenmoser

    Aunt Mildred was one in a thousand. Truly a rare gem of a lady. Will miss her much!

  • Kelly j greiner

    Love always Marilyn Littlejohn, Kelly & Brian Greiner

  • Michael Roady

    We are so sorry for your loss

  • Daryl Vincent Walkup

    So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with all the family. She was such a wonderful lady and will be dearly missed . Pat & Daryl Walkup and family.

  • Catherine Overton

    Aunt Mildred was a lovely, gracious woman! Was like an older sister to me when I was growing up! Deepest sympathy to Uncle Vern and all the family!

  • Larry, Bonnie, Felicia and Christopher Littlejohn

    So sorry for your loss, you all are in our thoughts and prayers….all our love

  • Linda Huber

    Do sorry for your loss. May she rest in peace.

  • Valerie Ann (Obermier) Gomez

    I shall miss you, Aunt Mildred.

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