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05/02/1938
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09/29/2025
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Gary Obenauer Obituary
He was the beloved husband of 62 years to (originally a college blind date) Bonnie; a fantastic father to Shelley Bondra, Todd Obenauer (Martha), and Matt Obenauer (Carolyn); and a cherished grandfather to Navy Petty Officer 3rd class Travis Bondra, Cheyenne Bondra, Grayson Obenauer, and Piper Obenauer. His parents were Pete and Edna Obenauer.
Among his many talents were being an inappropriate joke teller, a grape fermenter, a martini enthusiast, a golf putterer, and a Michigan sunset connoisseur. For over 55 summers, yearly family vacations to Michigan (Traverse City area) were always a highly anticipated tradition for all the family. He was also actively engaged with his church and his community, and was known as a friendly neighborhood ambassador, especially when walking his faithful dog, Tucker.
All are welcome to join a memorial service at Richfield United Church of Christ, 4340 Streetsboro Road, Richfield, Ohio, 44286, on Saturday, December 13, at 2:00p.m.
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Suzanne Steele
Earlier today
To Bonnie and Family,
I was so very sorry to hear about your great loss, "Knobby". He had that nickname all through his West Tech years and after. I never really knew if he liked it much, but there was no one else like him. Everyone loved him. He was in our wedding June 3, 1961. Such a great guy. Such a good friend to so many especially my late husband, Bob Steele.
He will be greatly missed.
I hope it is of some comfort for you to know that others really care and remember all the joy he brought to his many friends.
God bless.
Suzanne Steele
Bill Jones
October 19, 2025
The best in a person, the best as a friend.
Life well lived, beautiful obituary reflects it.
Condolences to Bonnie and family.
Blessings to all.
brian maslar (jogger in Ashley Woods)
October 16, 2025
Bonnie, we are so sorry to hear this. Gary was a great guy. He would always stop to chat while walking the dog or when i would jog by.
veteran
October 16, 2025
Thank you for your very brave service to our country ! God bless you
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