Charlie was born on May 13, 1942, in Evanston, IL. He was the youngest son of the late Alfred H. and Rella G. Boigegrain Otto.
Charlie received a teacher’s degree from a local College in Wisconsin on June 1, 1962. He then went on to serve his country in the U.S. Navy on January 27, 1964, through January 26, 1970, in which he earned numerous service medals.
Charlie’s last 40 plus years of his life were spent in the Shenandoah Valley area.
Over the past 20 years Charlie was self-employed and Co-Owner of Somerset, CJ Designs Inc. He and his wife Judy provided comfort to many families in providing residential homes and support for individuals having special needs.
As a gifted home builder and housing developer, Charlie devoted many years crafting
beautiful custom pieces of furniture. Charlie also became skilled in leather work, creating exceptional western accessories for the sport of “Cowboy Mounted Shooting”.
An avid horseman throughout his life, his passion for the sport led him to establish the 1st Virginia CMSA, in the state of Virginia. He Served as the much beloved and honored President from 2007-2013.
Charlie is survived by his Wife, Judith “Judy” Otto; his brother, Paul Otto; Daughters, Jill Hermann, Robin Kemper, Jessica “Jessie” Milam, Trina Otto; seven grandchildren; and
four great-grandchildren. Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Joseph Otto and a great grand-daughter.
Local Memorial Service with Father John Baab will be held at Blessed Sacrament
Catholic Church, where he attended, on September 29, 2021, at 11 o’clock am with reception to follow.
There will also be a Celebration of Life held at Sheboygan Yacht Club, in Sheboygan Wisconsin on Saturday, October 9, 2021, from 12 pm - 4 pm.
In Lieu of Flowers, Memorial Contributions may be made to Special Olympics (Area #4)
in his memory. Make checks Payable to: Special Olympics Area 4, 21 Southgate Court Suite. 103, Harrisonburg, VA. 22801.
A devoted husband and loving father, grandfather & great grandfather to all his family.
Charlie’s life and legacy will live on.
Online condolences may be sent to the family at: www.lindseyharrisonburg.com.
