Ronald "Rowdy" Otte

Ronald “Rowdy” Otte passed away on August 22, 2026, at the age of 71.

Rowdy was a good man with a kind and selfless heart. He was always willing to lend a helping hand and found great joy in being there for others. He valued time spent with his family and especially enjoyed family gatherings, where good company and time together meant the most.

In his free time, Rowdy loved fishing and had a lifelong appreciation for Harley-Davidson motorcycles. Whether he was out on the water, enjoying a ride, or simply surrounded by family and friends, Rowdy appreciated the simple things in life and the people he shared them with.

He will be remembered for his generous spirit, his willingness to help others, and the love he had for his family. Rowdy will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.

Visitation: will be on Saturday, August 29, 2026 from 11:00 AM – until time of services at Spann Funeral Home.

Funeral Service: will begin at 2:00 PM on Saturday, August 29, 2026 from the Chapel of Spann Funeral Home.

Survived by:

Wife:

Judi Otte of Dickson, TN

Daughters:

Jeanna Marie Stansberry (Charles) of Lebanon, TN

April Joy Smalley of Danville, KY

Son:

Jason Otte (Peggy) of Wisconsin

Step-Son:

Trent Proctor (Ayla) of Dickson, TN

Grandchildren:

Johnathan (Echo), Jaron, D’Shon (Echo), Jordan, Skylar, and Trey (Angel)

Great Grandchildren:

Amelia, Daisy, Beckaum, Elliana, Emmett

Preceded in death by:

Parents: Norman and Dorothy Otte

Son: Dennis Otte

Brother: Nicky Otte

Sister: Diane Priesgen

Arrangements entrusted to Spann Funeral Home & Cremation Services, located in Dickson, Tennessee.

Spann Funeral Home serves families throughout Dickson County including Dickson, Charlotte, Burns, White Bluff, Fairview, Bon Aqua, Lyles, and Cumberland Furnace, as well as other surrounding Middle Tennessee communities.