March 3, 1921 – Feb. 11, 2011

Cecil Rosa Ott of Prineville, Oregon, passed away peacefully with her family at her side on Friday, February 11, 2011, at Ochoco Care Center in Prineville. She was 89.

Cecil was born on March 3, 1921, in Coburg, Oregon, to Wallace and Rosa (Bailey) Wetzel. She grew up in West Fir, Oregon. On January 1, 1940, Cecil married William ”Fred” Ott. In 1969, they moved to La Pine, Oregon. She enjoyed cooking and was a head chef and proprietor of several restaurants, throughout her career. Cecil was actively involved in both the La Pine and Prineville Senior Centers and enjoyed participating in the various activities available to her. She also enjoyed gardening.

Cecil is survived by her son, Oakley (wife, Sandy) of Prineville, Oregon; and her sister, Kathleen Slayter of La Pine, Oregon. Other survivors include four grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild.

Cecil is preceded in death by her husband, Fred Ott; her partner of 15 years, Cliff LaGreide; daughter, Rhoda Holmes; her brother, Charles Wetzel, and sister, Margaret Shwartz.

A private celebration of Cecil’s life will take place at some time in the future. Memorial contributions may be made in Cecil’s name to Pioneer Memorial Hospice, 1201 NE Elm St., Prineville, Oregon 97754.

Baird Memorial Chapel of La Pine is in charge of arrangements. 541-536-5104, www.bairdmortuaries.com