Joseph Ott

Joseph Ott, 86, passed away on November 20, 2025. Joseph was born on October 24, 1939, in Trinidad, Colorado. He was an intelligent, quiet and meticulous man who enjoyed fishing, hunting, camping, and custom-building items in his workshop. He attended Centennial High School, served in the United States Air Force and worked at the steel mill in Pueblo for 47 years. Joe was most proud of his 12 years of service on the Pueblo Board of Water Works. He was also a member of the Fraternal Order of the Eagles, the American Legion and a Freemason.

He is survived by children, Mike (Carole) Ott, Tara (Casey) Talbert and Larisa Oringdulph; grandchildren, Amanda Ott, Elaina Ott, Miranda (Derek) Kramer, Barrett Oringdulph and Lily Oringdulph; great grandsons, Bryson Bridges and Micah Kramer; brother, John (Connie) Ott; sisters-in-law, Jodene (Jeff) Fawcett and Cheryl (Duane) Christman; special cousins, Anita Sandoval and Loretta Gama; best friends, Harry (Geraldine) Wong and Marty (Emily) Montez; and numerous family members and friends. Preceded in death by his wife of 48 years, Charlene (Chorak) Ott; parents, Joseph and Rose (Sandoval) Ott; parents-in-law, Joseph and Elsie (Pechek) Chorak.

Rosary will be prayed on Friday, December 12, at 9:30 a.m. with a funeral Mass to follow at Our Lady of the Meadows Catholic Church, 23 Starling Dr. Online condolences at www.MontgomerySteward.com.