Joel Paul Otts

Joel Paul Otts was born September 30, 1959. He is preceded in death by his parents, a brother Charlie and a grandson. 

He is survived by his wife Karon Stroope-Otts and her daughter Laura Lipsey, his brother Mike and his wife Lou Ann Otts, his sister Mary Douglas along with numerous nieces, grandchildren and great grandchildren. 

Joel wore many hats to include the following. A member of the George Younce & Catheral Singers in which he played the guitar. Joel worked for the City of Waxahachie for many years in the utilities department. He was the Assistant Utilities Director & trainer for the water department. He was also an instructor and teacher for the State of Texas Water Services due to his depth of knowledge in that field. Joel’s attitude, kindness, love for others and laugh was truly infectious. He had a kind and gentle voice and spirit. He had many friends and colleagues that respected him and his judgement. Services held at Wayne Boze Funeral Home, His interment will be the Waxahachie City Cemetery.