Obituary of Helga Otton

OTTON, Helga Elisabeth – Peacefully, Monday, February 28, 2011 at South Huron Hospital, Exeter in her 67th year. Best friend, loving wife, business partner, and soulmate of Allan Otton (Oz) of Grand Bend, Ontario. Sadly missed by daughters, Heather Baker (Marty) and Brenda Wroe (Kevin). Gramma will watch over her adored grandchildren Erik, Luke, and Holly, as well as several nieces and nephews whom she loved dearly. Predeceased by parents Elisabeth and Julius Lupke, and sister Sigrid Kis (Stan). Helga is also missed by Julius and Hildegard Lupke, Margaret Otton, and numerous friends. Whenever Helga arrived, she was followed shortly by her companions, fun and excitement. There was never a question of ‘glass half full or half empty’ for her; it was always brimming. If someone spent time with Helga and didn’t smile, they’re just not a smiler. Helga had a great love for the natural habitat of the Great Lakes, which she combined with her artistic talents, giving her great pleasure and considerable recognition. Her other great loves were cooking, long walks, dancing, traveling, theatre, music, and gatherings of family and friends. Cremation has taken place. Visitation will be held on Thursday, March 3, from 2:00 - 4:00 and 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. at the WESTVIEW FUNERAL CHAPEL, 709 Wonderland Road North. A Celebration of Life will be held at Westview, on Friday, March 4 at 11 a.m. with Rev. Ken Taylor officiating, followed by interment at Mount Pleasant Cemetery, London and a luncheon reception at Westview. The exceptional care provided to Helga during her illness by numerous, dedicated and empathetic professionals is greatly appreciated. In lieu of flowers, make someone laugh, or perform a random act of kindness, or donate to London Regional Cancer Program, 747 Baseline Road East, London, ON N6C 2R6 or the Erie St. Clair CCAC (Sarnia-Lambton Branch), 1150 Pontiac Drive, P.O. Box 185, Sarnia, ON N7T 7H9. Any of these would honour Helga tremendously. Online condolences available at www.westviewfuneralchapel.com With God, I go to rest, and close my eyes, and sleep in peace. Amen