Theodore "Ted" N. Otis 67, died peacefully on Saturday morning November 10, 2018 at his home. He was born December 23, 1950 in New Haven the son of Max Slater Otis and Marion Nina (Moore) Otis. He was predeceased by both his parents and his brother James Otis. Ted was a graduate of Middlebury High School and attended Northeastern University in Boston, Massachusetts. He was a Master electrician, plumber, and refrigeration mechanic. He owned and operated Otis Electric for many years. During his first retirement he worked at Middlebury Union High School as a paraprofessional. He also spent more than 30 years as a ski instructor at the Middlebury Snow Bowl teaching several generations of students. He also loved spending time fishing off the coast of Maine. Ted was a Past Master of Union Lodge # 2 F & A.M., a contributing member of various Masonic Fraternal bodies, an Eagle Scout, a Town Selectman, served on the zoning board, and had many other contributions to the local community that are too numerous to list. Ted embodied our strength as a family. As such, he was shining example of what we strive to be every day and we hope you all got to experience his love for life. His proudest accomplishment was his four children and who they grew to become. He was a natural leader and drew great people to him. He left behind a legacy of selflessness and strength that will be greatly missed. He is survived by his partner Kathryn (KC) L. Carr of Leicester, by his children, Patrick Otis and wife Gabrielle of Japan, James Otis of New Haven, Jesse Otis and wife Courtney of Middlebury, and Kenene Otis of Leicester. Also by his sisters, Millie Lowell and family of South Portland, ME and Cynthia Tykot and family of Tampa, FL, and by his grandchildren, Dominik, Connor, Kimberly, Charlotte and Quinn Otis. He also leaves an Aunt and cousins whom he cared for very much. If you knew Ted at all, were sure you have a few memories that bring a smile to your face. He was friend to the whole community and always willing to donate his time and services to any individual, business, or group. He wouldn't want us to dwell on the sadness with a memorial or viewing. Instead, he would want us to go out and do something exhilarating that we had never done before or something that made us happy. A celebration of his life will be planned at a later date. Arrangements are under the direction of the Sanderson-Ducharme Funeral Home. Online condolences at www.Sandersonfuneralservice.com