Ott, Ralph J. Friday November 14, 2025. Beloved husband of Sharon B. Ott (nee Navratil). Dear father of Paul Ott and Kelly Ott. Dear grandfather of Gabriel Ott. Dear brother of the late Melvin Ott, Edwin Ott and Shirley Foley. Our dear brother-in-law, uncle, great uncle, cousin and friend.
Ralph was a volunteer firefighter at Rock Community Fire Protection District for 32 years and was a board member of Public Water District #3.
Visitation at Kutis South County Chapel 5255 Lemay Ferry Rd. Wednesday, November 19, 4-8 pm. Funeral Mass Thursday November 20, 10:00 am at Holy Family Church Parish Auditorium (Arnold). Interment Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery. Masses or contributions to pulmonaryfibrosis.org (223 W. Jackson Blvd Suite 350, Chicago, IL 60606) appreciated.
So sorry for your loss. He was a wonderful man.
I have many great memories of going over to Aunt Sharon and Uncle Ralph’s house for various get togethers. I’m so sorry.
Hi Paul: so sorry to hear about your father. Judging from your posted photos, you had a close and fun relationship with him. I’l keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers. May you be comforted by wonderful memories of your dad. Maxine
Kelly I’m so sorry about your father, Brenda and myself will be thinking of you and your family in your time of sorrow,I’ll say a prayer for him and your family,We love you
Thinking of, all of Ralph’s Family and Friend’s, wishing you, peace and comfort as you remember him.
I am Kelly Ott’s friend and I remember going to a NYE party at Kelly’s and seeing her Dad, having a good time with some of his buddies. Ralph, is a lot like my own Pop, he’s quiet and reserved and then when he get’s to know you, the fun comes out.
I agree Bridget, a kind gentle & loving man.v Very proud of his family
The Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation is truly sorry for your family’s loss. Please accept our condolences on the passing of your loved one.
Great father and husband, Ralph was very proud of his 2 children and grand son, Gabriel. All the time spent with Gabriel put a very loving smile on his face. Each time they were together brought out the real love Ralph sees in people. He will be missed by all.
Mike Boone.
Worked with Ralph and Melvin at the Railroad many years RIP old buddy
I’m so sorry Sharon , Kelly & Paul Gabriel & Mike. Such s kind gentle husband, father & grandfather ! I enjoyed bring included in many family holiday dinners where Ralph showed his skill carving the meat He made everyone feel welcomed. Many warm memories!
Kelly, I’m so sorry I cannot be there to hug you and Gabriel in person! Your dad was such a great guy and patient with us when we were cartwheeling all over his front lawn!! Give your mom and Paul a hug from me! Love to you all!!
Sharon I am so sorry for your loss.
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.. May God bless you all with strength and solace during this difficult time.
My heart goes out to the Ott family and anyone else that was close to Ralph. He was a good man and great uncle.
Ralph was humble, quiet until he got warmed up, and extremely kind. The love he had for his family was unconditional and pure. Ralph will truly be missed by so many. He touched so many lives with his presence of always making you feel cared for when around. Prayers to the Ott family.