Bert W. Botter Jr, 76, of Hot Springs passed away Sunday, August 4, 2019. Born on Valentine’s Day, 1943, he was the sweetheart of his late parents, Bert and Leota Dupy Botter. His childhood was spent in Houston, Texas when “bless your heart” and going to church were said and done with sincerity. As an adult, he attended and eventually organized weekly Bible studies. Bert wanted very much to share his hope and faith.
In Hot Springs, Bert was known as a business man and owner of Central Bowling Lanes. As an avid bowler and advocate for youth, he became the champion to many children and teens by providing sporting opportunities for everyone including the disenfranchised and differently-abled.
Bert loved travelling, fishing, and calling the hogs! But his greatest love was his wife of 37 years, Judith Grant Botter; his children Stephen Botter, Brian Botter, Joey Botter, William Pike, and Alan Pike; his grandchildren Sydney, Christian, Benjamin, and Sophie Botter; and more friends than any man should be allowed to have.
We will celebrate Bert’s life 10:00 AM, Friday August 16, 2019 in the chapel of Gross Funeral Home with Dr. Martien Carroll officiating. Interment will follow at Memorial Gardens Cemetery.
The online obituary, guestbook and memorial tribute are available at www.GrossFuneralHome.com.
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