Otis Charles Belser

Otis Charles Belser, baby boy of twelve, was born to the late Mr. & Mrs. John H. & Simon Lee Belser on November 30, 1953 in Birmingham, Alabama.  Otis attended the Oxmoor Elementary School and graduated from the Wenonah High School. Otis was baptized at an early age and became a member of the Shady Grove Missionary Baptist Church in Oxmoor.  He worked for Acipco Pipe & Steele, Jim Dandy Pet Foods and later worked as a Master Mechanic for Belser Automotive Services.  Otis, know as “BAT” in Birmingham, was well known for his mechanical abilities and his red 66 SS Chevelle painted with flames.  Always at his side was his dog named “BEAR”.  Otis was an adventurer and later in life relocated to Columbus, Ohio.  He experienced some struggles in his life but “BIG O” was well known for his smile and giving personality.  The last decade of his life was devoted to working at the COMMUNITY KITCHEN in Columbus, Ohio, serving and helping others in need. He was associated with St. Dominic’s and Mt. Olivet Baptist Church. Every Sunday, when able, he attended services at one of his churches. Otis leaves with love, a very large and extended family in Alabama, Georgia, Iowa, Pittsburg, Michigan, Ohio, California, Maryland and the two cities where he resided (Birmingham and Columbus), a host of very close personal friends and family to mourn him. Otis departed this life on February 9, 2021. “Our dear Otis, we pray you are doing fine. Might the light show you the way for a serene eternal life of peace and rest You had a great life and, even when struggling, you brought light into others’ lives… Our thoughts are for you… our hearts are with you… May your soul find the final eternal peace you deserve… We are going to cherish every moment, every smile, every tear we shared… You won’t be forgotten.” In JESUS name, we pray.  Amen.