Obituary of Otto Richard Specker (CARD OF THANKS)

Otto Richard Specker (Card of Thanks)

We, the family of the late Otto Specker, would like to express our thanks and appreciation to everyone, for the kindness, love and support shown to our family during this difficult time. Your phone calls, visits, online condolences, cards, flowers, donations and gifts of food were greatly appreciated.

We wish to extend our heartfelt appreciation to Dr. Callahan and Dr. Hickey for the exceptional care, compassion, and support they provided throughout Otto’s journey with Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS), along with the dedicated staff at the Cancer Clinic where he received his chemotherapy treatments as well as his transfusions. We are also deeply grateful to the staff at The Medicine Shoppe for consistently going above and beyond to support Otto’s needs. Their collective dedication made a meaningful difference during a very difficult time, and we will always be thankful for the respect and dignity they showed him. Our gratitude further extends to the compassionate nurses and doctors of the 4C Unit at Western Memorial Regional Hospital, your genuine care and kindness during Otto’s stay were truly invaluable. You were all truly amazing.

We would like to offer a special acknowledgment to Father Terry for his compassionate and comforting visits to Otto during his hospital stay. Your presence brought him peace, and your heartfelt sermon during the funeral Mass will forever be cherished in our hearts. The beautiful eulogy you delivered captured the essence of who Otto truly was, a kind, humble, and gentle soul. The moving performances by the choir and organist added a deep sense of peace and spiritual reflection to the service, and we are sincerely grateful for their contributions.

Our heartfelt thanks also go to the readers and gift bearers, whose participation added meaning and grace to the Mass. Otto’s unwavering faith in the Lord brings us comfort in knowing that he now rests in eternal peace. He deeply valued every act of kindness, no matter how small, and often found strength in the love and compassion shown to him. May God bless each of you for the support, love, and prayers you have so generously offered to our family during this difficult time.

Our deepest thanks extend to all who visited the funeral home and attended the funeral mass. A special mention of appreciation goes to Mindy Holloway and the entire Fillatre's team for their exceptional professionalism and kindness throughout this process. Also, we would like to express our heartfelt gratitude to the Mountain View 50+ Club for their gracious hosting of the family reception following the funeral. Your warmth and hospitality provided a comforting space for us to gather and share cherished memories of Otto.

“Take care of yourself, love you guys.” - Otto’s familiar farewell, always spoken with love and sincerity 

The Specker Family

John, David & Sandra and families

Otto Richard Specker
July 16th, 1942 – April 27th, 2025
Corner Brook, NL
     
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Otto Richard Specker announce his peaceful passing at the Western Regional Memorial Hospital, Corner Brook on April 27th at the age of 82 years after a long battle with Myelodysplastic Syndrome.

He leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories his three children, John (Linda), David (Karen), and Sandra Perry (Wayne); his beloved grandchildren: Tyler (Stacy), Dylan (Deanna), James, Jordan (Tyson), Danielle (Michael), and Brittani (Cameron); as well as his precious great-grandchildren: Callie, Ava, Navaeh, Natalie, Alex, Carson, Brooklyn, and Emily. He also leaves to mourn his brother, Anton Specker (Annette); his sisters, Carol Alexander (David) and Clara Specker as well as his sisters in law, Rita Specker and Elizabeth Specker. Otto will also be dearly missed by a special family member, Caroline Mosher, her husband, Blair, and their daughter, Brooke-Lyn, as well as many nieces, nephews, and friends, especially his life-long friends, Pat Moore and Jim Coleman. 

He was predeceased by his wife, Dorothy (2023), who was the love of his life, their reunion will be one to be rejoiced, as well as by his parents, Anton and Bertha Specker; his parents-in-law, Joseph and Lucy McIsaac; his brothers, George and Joseph; his sister, Theresa; and his nieces-in-law, Sara and Glenda Specker.

Otto was cherished for his gentle spirit, patience, and deep love for family. He shared many adventures with Dorothy, especially enjoying time at their cabin, bowling, playing cards and weekly bridge games. Otto was grateful to all who selflessly supported him. He often expressed his love and appreciation for those around him. Honoring his wishes, we ask you to continue his spirit of kindness and understanding, as he reminded us, no one should be blamed for anything, as we are all doing our best. If you would like to honour Otto, please offer a random act of kindness to someone in need, remembering that, in the end, what matters most is the love and respect of family and friends.

Cremation has taken place. Friends and family are welcome to visit Fillatre’s Funeral Home, 4 St. Marks Avenue, on Sunday, May 4th, from 2pm-4pm and 7pm-9pm. The funeral service will be held on Monday, May 5th, at 10:00am at the Cathedral of the Most Holy Redeemer, officiated by Father Edward Terry. Interment will follow at Mt. Patricia Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, donations can be made to MDS Foundation or The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society in Canada.