William O. Stott, age 87, of Crown Point, IN, passed away on Friday, April 3, 2026.
William is survived by his daughter, Nancy (Harry) Wilson; grandchildren: Brett(Elli) Wilson, Kyle (Yanderine Santos) Wilson, Sam(Takara) Frost; great-grandchildren: Hayley, Colton, Quinn, Christian, and Regan Wilson and Anna Belle Frost; and his brother, Larry (Chris) Stott.
William was preceded in death by his wife, JoAnn Stott; daughter, Tammy (Richard) Frost; grandson, William(Billy) Frost; siblings: Mary Francis Alvis, Eugene Stott, David Stott, Pete Stott; mother, Mary Stott; and his father, William Stott.
William was a devoted member of the Orak Shrine since 1969,serving as Potentate in 1989 and remained an active and respected member throughout his life. He was an honorary member of the Drum and Bugle Corps, a Charter Member of the Pipes and Drum Unit, and served as President of the South Lake County Shrine Club. William's Masonic journey included being a 33rd Degree Mason, Past Master of Lake Lodge 157, and memberships in several esteemed bodies, including the Royal Arch Masons, Royal Order of Scotland, Royal Order of Jesters, and Knights Templar.
He found his greatest joy in spending time with his grandsons and great-grandchildren, golfing at Youche Country Club, and fishing in Alaska, Canada, Minnesota, Lake Erie or on Nancy's lake in Georgia. William and his beloved wife JoAnn shared a love of travel, sharing many trips with friends.
He proudly served in the United States Army as a welder and blacksmith, reflecting a lifelong dedication to hard work and service.
Friends may visit with the family on Sunday, April 12, 2026, at Geisen Funeral, Cremation & Reception Centre, 606 E. 113th Ave., Crown Point, IN 46307 from4:00 pm to 6:00 pm. The Masonic Service will begin at 3:30 pm Funeral Services will be at 10:00 am on Monday, April 13, 2026 at the Funeral Home. Interment to follow at Maplewood Memorial Cemetery in Crown Point, IN.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be given in William's name to Shine On University, www.shineonuniversity.com/donate or to Shriners Children's Hospital at www.shrinerschildrens.org.
