Edwin Davis Ott, Jr.

Edwin Davis Ott, Jr., 67, of Charleston, South Carolina, father of Elizabeth Kathryn Ott entered into eternal rest awaiting to meet his Lord and Savior on Thursday, March 7, 2024. He died peacefully of pancreatic cancer. There will be a Celebration of Life held Saturday, March 9, 2024 at Daniel Point Retirement Community, 514 Robert Daniel Dr, Charleston, SC 29492 at 2:00 pm. Arrangements by J. Henry Stuhr, Inc. Downtown Chapel.

Edwin was born April 8, 1956 in Charleston, South Carolina, son of Edwin  Davis Ott and Kathryn Coleman Ott.  He was a Senior Executive in the software industry. Edwin was a graduate of USC and achieved his masters degree from Drexel University. Edwin was a grounded, kind, and compassionate person. He was known for his humor, and for his unique ability to connect with all those he encountered. His life took many turns, but his most recent chapter found him deeply rooted in his faith, enjoying simple daily rituals of walks, reading, watching sports, and tending to his relationships with his family. 

He is survived by his daughter, Elizabeth Kathryn (Leo Farbman) Ott; sister, Kathy Ott (Stuart) Prior; brother, Burton Lee Ott (Karen); grandchild, Navi Rose Farbman-Ott; and five nieces and nephews. 

Memorials may be made to Lowcountry Food Bank, 2864 Azalea Drive, North Charleston.