Iola McElroy Otis Obituary
The passing of Iola McElroy Otis of Chalmette, Louisiana occurred on August 7, 2026. Iola, born on May 23, 1941, is remembered by those who knew her. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
She was predeceased by: her husband Edward F. Otis Jr.; her former husband Gregory Spears Sr.; and her siblings, Curtis McElroy and Frances Antill. She is survived by: her children, Edward Otis III (Lisa), Claudette Watkins (Glenn), Kimberly Acosta (Brian) and Beth Schubert (Alex); her siblings, Ula Mae Spencer, John McElroy and William McElroy; and her grandchildren, Kristie, Jordan, Edward IV "Teddy", Chelsea, Peyton, Angelique, Jacquelyn, Melissa, Kristina, Briana, Yvette, Alex Jr., Kasey, Brittany and Gabrielle. She is also survived by many loving nieces and nephews.
A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, November 7th 2026 at 2:00 PM at the Gethsemane Lutheran Church (2825 Paris Rd, Chalmette, LA 70043).
