I just heard the news of your passing today Otto. I want to thank you for making me laugh when I was down. For cheering me up when I needed it most. And just making me feel better all around. You truly are a legend. And for those who have a ill word to say about this wonderful individual. Then you don know him. Or your being a asshole.
I digress.
You will be missed. Keep em laughing in Heaven. And I will see you soon.

I just learned of Otto's passing and I am saddened by this. I had the extreme pleasure of seeing Otto and George several years ago in Miami with a close friend. That friend also died suddenly within the last year and I thought about our night with Otto and George. I had planned to see when Otto would be close by and see him again. So tragic. RIP Otto, George, and Steve. Three of the funniest men I knew.

You always made me laugh when I was feeling down. You were a good neighbor and a good friend. You will be greatly missed.

Pal..you will be missed. I figured that you had been performing at our club since 1987. it is a shame you never got a chance to really see how great you were. You have made your mark as a true legend. rip

You are a global treasure and your work will be remembered and shared for centuries, unless we kill eachother by then.
"The fuckin spic stabbed me"
– George

Thank you for all the times you truly made me laugh. People like you made it possible for us in the audience to escape our otherwise mundane lives. Thank you and may you family find consolation in knowing that you were loved by many of us.

Otto, my old friend. You made me laugh!! I'll miss our conversations about Vent. and Comedy in general. I ALREADY miss you. Peaceful journey, my pal. My next show will be dedicated to you and George. :cry

Your longtime friend and fellow ventriloquist;
Pete Michaels

Otto I will always love your work. Hope George finds a good home. You will be missed. Rest in peace.

Bartenders Steal!!!

saw otto several times over last few years. one of the funniest comics ever. saw him last at dublin house in red bank nj. spoke with him before and after show. didnt seem like himself. seemed depressed. this is a real shame RIP Otto… Thanks for the laughs. George, stop over and have a beer