Curtis William Ott, 27, of St. Louis, Missouri passed away on February 23rd, 2025. Curtis is survived and deeply mourned by his loving parents, Steve and Sylvia Ott, and his sister, Elise Ott. He was a beloved nephew of Roberta White, Roy & Melanie Elfrink, Bart & Pat Elfrink, Danny Ott, and Keith & Betsy Ott. He was a loving grandson of late Marilyn & William Ott, and late Ardella & Robert Elfrink. He is also survived by many cousins and friends. Curtis was an avid outdoorsman and creative soul. He loved nature, music, going to concerts, growing tomatoes in his garden, cooking, snowboarding, making snow, blowing glass, welding, and playing the drums. His dog, Cletus, will miss their long walks to the Mississippi River. Even in his struggles, he was known for lending a helping hand—cutting down trees, doing yard work, pet sitting, helping people move, and more in times of need. His family takes comfort that he is finally at peace after a long battle with mental illness. They ask for donations to NAMI in Curtis’s honor. Services will be at Queen of All Saints Church at 6603 Christopher Dr., St. Louis, MO 63129 on March 8 beginning with visitation at 10am, followed by mass at 11am and a gathering for lunch around 12pm in the Church Hall. Service of Kutis South County Chapel.
Sylvia and family, i am so sorry, at a loss for words. The heart break 💔. Our love and support go out to you.
I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you and your family. Diana Wagner Hilliard
Dear Ott Family – I am deeply sorry for your loss. Curtis was a special person and we are grateful to have known him. Curtis played a large part in my childhood – all the afternoons spent outdoors in the neighborhood. I will forever cherish these memories. He will be missed and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Curtis, we love you. You are sorely missed already. You and your family are in our prayers. Please keep us in your prayers as well.
Please accept our condolences on the passing of Curtis. He was a friend of our son Tony. They went to Queen of All Saints together. We will keep your family in our prayers.
What a beautiful tribute to a beautiful soul. I never had the pleasure of meeting Curtis, but while reading the obituary I can say that he was a person I would have loved to spend time with and talk about his passions. All of you are in our thoughts and prayers while trying to process this difficult time. Love you so much! Don & Rhonda
Dear Sylvia, Steve and Elise,
Jim and I are so sorry for your loss. You are a wonderful family and I can’t imagine the depth of your grief. Curtis will be missed. We hold the hope that he is now at peace.
Sylvia and family I am so sorry for you loss!! I’m sending prayers your way for all of you!
Heartfelt condolences to all, and embrace your faith that he is a peace. You were not the only one to face these sorts of challenges, but your grief is still as unique as it’s sorrowful. Blessing and prayers for healing and continued faith from Those who knew Curtis at Rodgers and Pack 166.
Curtis was a long time friend of my little brother Christian Kaltenbach and our entire family cared for him as our own family. He got his dog Cletus from me and I always enjoyed seeing the two of them at bee tree park walking. He was one of the kindest souls I have ever met. I am so very sorry for your family’s loss and we are all thinking of your family is this tough time.
The Otts have been our neighbors for many years. I can’t think of any event in the last 25 to 30 years involving our kids they haven’t been a part of. Birthdays, holidays, graduation parties there was always Curtis and Elise to celebrate with us. He was always respectful and kind. There will certainly be a hole in our hearts for some time to come. Tom and I are both here for you for whatever you may need, my friends.
Steve and Sylvia,
Sincerest condolences. We send our love and prayers.
Steve, Sylvia and Elise,
My heart breaks for you so much. May God grant him peace in his loving arms and hold you 3 close at this time. So many prayers for you at this time. Love Jeannie and kevin curry
Elise, Sylvia & Steve, my heart breaks thinking of the challenge sweet, sweet Curtis faced and the grief you must be feeling. A favorite story I have to share as Curtis’ neighbor and teacher was the day there was a snake slithering up my backyard tree to a bird’s nest while the momma bird and I were so helpless and upset. Dear 10-year old Curtis, when I asked for help, defended those little birds. When we were back at school that week, much to his embarrassment, in front of our whole class, I proclaimed him my hero and snake-hunter. Curtis’ quiet kindness will live on in my heart. Know that my prayers are with you. ❤️
Curtis and his family were my neighbors. I used to babysit him and Elise, and went to QAS with them. They were great kids. I was so sorry to hear this news. I’m so sorry to his family for the loss of Curtis. May he be at peace.
Steve, Sylvia and Elise, our prayers are with you. Our sons fondly remember camping outings with Curtis as a little blond tow head. Sending thoughts of peace and comfort to your family during this time.
Steve, Sylvia, and Elise, our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Know that there are many friends you can call on for support. I pray Curtis is at peace.
God bless and keep you in His arms.
Sylvia, there are no words. I am so sorry for your loss. Sending my prayers to you and your family.
Dear Sylvia and family,
I am sending prayers and deep condolences for your loss.
Kathleen
Sylvia, Steve, Elise and family, I am so very sorry to hear of your son Curtis’s passing. I can’t even imagine the pain and grief of losing a child. Please accept my deepest condolences. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Steve, Sylvia and Elise,
We are so sorry for your loss. We will be praying for all of you. Our very heartfelt condolences.
Linda and Mark Hovorka and family
Dear Steve, Sylvia, and Elise: my heart is broken for you and your family at this time. I will remember playing Catan on horseshoe island, and being so impressed by Curtis’ woodsman skills taking down dead trees on the island this past summer. Rest in peace, dear cousin.
Our deepest sympathy during this very difficult time. Sending love to all.
Sylvia, Steve, Elise & family,
We were so deeply saddened to learn of Curtis’s passing. Hoping you find strength in family during this awful time. Our thoughts are with you and sending you strength.
Elwyn and I send our heartfelt condolences to you and your family. Curtis always said hi or gave a wave when he was out running with you Stephen at Stoney Lake. The pain of losing a child is something unimaginable. Please know that we are thinking of you Sylvia, Stephen and Elise.
Gloria Dunford-Cartwright & Elwyn Cartwright
Steve, Sylvia and Elise……it is during times like this that it is so difficult to express how we all feel. Seeing Curtis grow from a child to a young man at Stoney, was special. Quiet, but yet personable, he was always willing to share stories and just chat. He had a subtle passion for the outdoors, whether cutting wood, or afternoon swims with the dog, past our cottage! You just kew he was enjoying it! It was certainly nice to see. Please know that our thoughts are with you, and we send our condolences!
Scott, Heather, Taryn, Lauren, Kenda and Wendy
My heart hurts for you …. You and Steve have loved your precious Curtis through his most dark and difficult days — I pray he is now free of all that bound him and that you will take some comfort knowing his long struggle is over. I wish you could somehow be spared the grief of losing your only son. Please know I am just down the street if you need a hug or someone to reminisce with about the good ol days. I have so many memories of Curtis and Clayton zooming down the street on their scooters, jumping their bikes off the ramps and doing who knows what exploring in the woods out back. Curtis always had a sparkle about him and I will be forever grateful Clayton had such a good buddy around when he was growing up.
Thoughts and prayers …..
Dear Sylvia,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. As a mother who understands, I am here for you if you need someone to listen.
My heart is breaking for you and your family.
Sylvia, Steve, and Elise, I cannot begin to imagine the depth of grief you are experiencing in the loss of your beloved child and sibling. My heart goes out to you during this incredibly difficult time.
Reflecting on my childhood, so many of my fondest memories involve the Ott family. While I may not have seen Curtis as often in recent years, the moments we shared will always hold a special place in my heart. I remember spending time at your home, whether babysitting Elise and Curtis or simply enjoying the warmth of your family. My younger sister, Jamie, would often play with Elise, while Curtis and I would retreat to the study to play computer games or build forts out of couch cushions.
Please know that I am thinking of you all and holding you in my heart. Curtis’ memory will always be cherished.
Steve, Sylvia and Elise,
May you find serenity with the help of prayers from so many people that love you. Loosing a child is heartbreaking. Curtis was such a cute little guy in car pool for years. He was such an intelligent young man. He had a great smile and always aimed to please. I will very much miss watching the gentle walks he took with his father daily , and always impressed that he spent those quiet times with his dad. He loved his mom and big sister dearly.
Peace be with you Curtis!
Steve and family,
My wife, Barb, and I offer our condolences on the loss of your son, Curtis.
May he rest in peace and may you feel God’s consolation during this sorrowful time.
Steve and family,
Jim and I send our sincere condolences for the loss of your son Curtis. May he rest in peace.
Sylvia and family,
My heart breaks for you.. Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers.
Dearest Sylvia, Steve and Elise,
Our heart and prayers are with you all, during this time. Although we have not seen each other in many years, memories of your family is with us as the girls were growing up .
Sylvia and Family,
My deepest condolences. My heart hurts learning of the loss of your son and brother. The tributes to him reflect the many lives that he touched so deeply. May he rest in eternal peace, now and forever. May you be surrounded by those who love you with all that you need in your loss and grief.
Sharon ODonoghue
Our sympathy goes out to you and your family along with our prayers.