Otis "Red" Dreesen's obituary , Passed away on July 16, 2026 in Fair Grove, Missouri

Otis "Red" Dreesen

January 5, 1934 - July 16, 2026 (92 years old)

Fair Grove, Missouri

Otis "Red" Dreesen's obituary , Passed away on July 16, 2026 in Fair Grove, Missouri
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Otis "Red" Dreesen

January 5, 1934 - July 16, 2026 (92 years old)

Fair Grove, Missouri

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Otis Dreesen Obituary

The family of Otis Dreesen of Fair Grove, Missouri announces his passing on July 16, 2026. Otis, born on January 5, 1934, is remembered by family, friends, and others who shared time and connection. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Otis Dreesen and Caroline Dreesen (Anderson) of Hartington, Nebraska.; and his siblings, LeRoy Dreesen (Darlene), Ronald Dreesen (Joann) and Ailiene Dreesen.

He is survived by: his siblings-in-law, Wendel Lumley, Jack Hughes, Ray Puntney, Stanley Heithold, Richard Heithold, Donavon Heithold, Jerry Ash, Ardath Puntney, Ziola Heithold and Margaret Heithold; his wife JoAnn; his daughters, Valerie Wayt (Steve) and Kristine Dreesen; his grandchildren, Caroline Dukes (Rusty) and Matthew Wayt; his great grandchildren, Gavin and Ava Dukes; his brother Gary Dreesen (Karen) of Gretna, Nebraska.; and his siblings-in-law, Vivian Ash, Duane Heithold (Leona), Marion Stringfellow, Sharon Lumely, David Heithold (Pauline), Janet Hughes, Patricia Nadi (Ramadan) and Kathy Hodges (John).

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you plant a tree in Red's memory. Make a Memorial Donation Donate Now (https://mkjmarketing.makemydonation.org).



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July 20

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Brighton Cemetery

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July 20

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Cemetery Brighton Cemetery

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