Scott James Otto August 1959 - August 2021
Scott could repair almost anything except his health. He lost the long battle with Parkinson’s and Cancer on August 17, 2021 at the age of 62.
Scott lived in Chelsea most of his life and truly never wanted to live anywhere else. He graduated from Chelsea High School in 1977 and attended Washtenaw Community College for Automotive Mechanics. He married Karin Morgan in 1985, and they have one son, Matthew. Also surviving are his mother, Janet Otto Bittner, and his brothers, Todd and Troy. He was preceded in death by his father, Vernon Otto.
Scott was a Master Mechanic at Palmer Ford before starting his own Classic Car Parts business in 1999. When he wasn't working or out picking inventory, Scott enjoyed photography, gardening, ice fishing, hiking and above all, the Demolition Derby. He started competing at the age of 17, winning many times over the years. We believe he is still the only driver to have won both Feature Nights in the same year with the same car.
Scott thrilled many people with his inventive Halloween scenes for the Waterloo Haunted Hayride. His favorite creation was the alien spaceship, which many remember as a highlight of the night. In the fall you could find him volunteering at the Waterloo Farm Museum Pioneer Days demonstrating apple cider making and giving away free samples.
Scott's family invites you to a Remembrance Party on Saturday, September 11, 2021 at the Chelsea American Legion Hall, 1700 Ridge Road, Cavanaugh Lake, from 3 pm - 7pm. Come as you are; share some food, drinks, and lots of fond memories, just as Scott wished.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Waterloo Farm Museum or the Chelsea Historical Society. Funeral arrangements by Staffan-Mitchell Funeral Home, Chelsea.
