William Otto Hechler Obituary
In loving memory of William Otto Hechler (Springfield, Missouri), born in Chicago Heights, Illinois, who departed this world on June 19, 2025 at the age of 80. William Otto leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
In the soft embrace of remembrance, we recall the profound impact William Otto had on those he encountered along his journey. Though William Otto may have slipped beyond the veil of mortality, his essence lingers like a faint fragrance in the air, a lingering reminder of the beauty and complexity of the human experience.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Otto Hechler and Ruth Hechler. He is survived by: his significant other Diana Hechler (Gambill); his son William Hechler (Amy); his grandsons, Killian and Logan Hechler; his great grandchild Jason Hechler (Lori); and his siblings, Carol Hanson, Bobby Hechler, Nancy Cousart, Linda Cerny and Lorry Hill.
