Lennaert Otemann

Lennaert Hendrikus Andreas Otemann, 30, passed away November 3, 2026, in Athens, GA.

Born February 14, 1996, in the Netherlands, he obtained both his Bachelor’s and his Master’s degrees in Applied Physics from Delft University of Technology. For the past four years Lennaert lived in Athens, GA as a PhD candidate in the Department of Physics at the University of Georgia. He lived a rich life amongst his family, many friends, teammates, colleagues, students, and faculty & staff. Loved by so many, his absence leaves an immeasurable void, and he will be deeply, profoundly, and forever missed.

Lennaert was preceded in death by his late mother, Loes Maaskant (André Otemann), and both grandfathers, Wim Otemann (Riet) and Marinus Maaskant (Maaike). He is survived by family in the Netherlands: Father, André Otemann (Loes Maaskant); brother, Laurens Otemann (Malak Maati Boughalem); Grandmothers, Riet Otemann (Wim) and Maaike Maaskant (Marinus); and several aunts, uncles, and cousins.

He is also survived by family in the United States: Aunt, Dorothé Otemann, and cousin, Maggie McKeever (Weston).

The family will receive friends Tuesday, November 10, 2026, from 6:00 until 8:00 PM at the funeral home.

The family requests that if you have a photograph with Lennaert you kindly bring that with you as a memento for the family to reflect on his time spent in the USA.

Lord and Stephens Funeral Home, EAST, 4355 Lexington Road, Athens, GA 30605 is in charge of arrangements. www.lordandstephens.com