Teresa M. Otte

Teresa M. Otte

Teresa M. Otte, 64, of Surprise, died Thursday, November 6, 2025 near her farm at Surprise.

Memorial Service

The family has requested casual, Husker attire for the service.

Thursday, November 13, 2025  11:00 a.m.  Kracl Funeral Chapel, David City.  Rev. David Palomaki

Visitation Wednesday, November 12, 2025  5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Kracl Funeral Chapel, David City.

Committal at a later date.

Memorials to Our Redeemer Lutheran School of Staplehurst or Nebraska Evangelical Lutheran School of Waco

Lunch at Northside Cafe immediately following the service

Teresa M. Otte was born February 12, 1961 in Osceola, Nebraska to Reinhold and Leona (Prigge) Otte.  She graduated from Rising City High School in 1979.  Following graduation she attend the University of Nebraska Lincoln, and later received a Masters Degree in 1993.  Teresa was a lifelong Butler county resident, where she farmed for many years.  In her younger years Teresa enjoyed playing softball.  She has served on the Upper Big Blue NRD Board, COOP Board and FSA committee.  She was an avid fan and supporter of Nebraska Womens Basketball.

Teresa is survived by her sister Bonnie (Roger) Topil of Rising City, 2 nieces Kimberly (Andrew) Lewis, and their son Camdyn of Hallam, Kristy Topil of Lincoln, and her beloved dog Penny.   She was preceded in death by her parents and brother Timothy Otte.