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Robert Schnipke Obituary
October 27, 1931 - November 24, 2025
Robert "Bob" Schnipke, 94, of Ottawa Lake, Michigan, passed away Monday, November 24, 2025. Bob was born on October 27, 1931, in Glandorf, Ohio. He was the son of Henry and Lillian (Miller) Schnipke. He was a 1949 graduate of Ottoville High School. He then served his country in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. He married Patricia Ann Welch on February 3, 1968, and she preceded him in death on January 10, 2021. Bob owned and operated several businesses, including his barbershop, Bob's Barbershop, in Toledo, for 57 years; Schnipke Enterprises in Ottawa Lake, Michigan; and former owner of Wagon Wheel Airport (Toledo Suburban Airport) in Ottawa Lake, Michigan. He had served as the township supervisor for Whiteford Township from 1974 – 2000, and continued as Whiteford Township Road Supervisor until 2023.
Bob is survived by his loving children, Karen (Don) Bliss, Shannon (Brad) Schwanbeck, and Rob (Nancy) Schnipke, II; brother, Karl (Patricia) Schnipke; sisters, Margie Schroeder, and Laura Coressel; 5 grandchildren, Samantha (Josh) Kirby, Dillon (Alisa Jordan) Schwanbeck, Wyatt (Maegan) Schwanbeck, Sabashtan (Jessica) Kreft, and Kendall (Kennadi) Schnipke; great-grandchildren, Henrik, Emelia, Dillon, Harper, Nolan, Weston, Eion, and Ezra. He was also preceded in death by 6 brothers, and 1 sister.
As Bob selflessly gave his remains to the Anatomical Donation Program of the University of Toledo. services will be announced at a later date. Arrangements by the Michael W. Pawlak Funeral Home.
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Paul & Sue Stamm Sr
January 7, 2026
We are saddened by Bob´s being Called Home but take comfort He´s with Our Lord Jesus. We always looked forward to our conversations after fishing as he would say" Be sure to stop in before leaving " or coming by to chat on his golf cart. We were privileged to make his acquaintance & call him a Friend. Keeping you in Prayer Rob & Family. May He Rest In Peace.
Paul Clawson and family
December 12, 2025
Words are difficult to come by. My prayers go out to Bob's family. He was much more than a good neighbor; he was a great friend. Our friendship goes back even before the pond was dug. He will be greatly missed.
Sr. Constance Marie, SND
December 7, 2025
Bob always had a ready smile, was a true gentleman and a loyal Ladyfield parent.
Ms. Karen Hoyt
December 4, 2025
Karl your brother, as well as you, was a very kind man. I still remember when we brought Keith in for his first hair cut which Karl did at the time. Than over the years his Dad, Jim would come in also. May you be comforted by many fond memories.
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Ken j erdmann
December 2, 2025
Sitting on Bob's porch and listening to the many stories Bob's would tell is how I will remember this Great man.
Norma Tobianski
December 1, 2025
Dearest Rob, Nancy and family, You are all in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. May he rest in peace.
Hugs,
Norma Tobianski
Floyd Krieghoff
December 1, 2025
I along with my father and grandfather received our haircuts from Bob and Karl. They were and are great guys. Their shop was always crowded, but the wait was well worth it; a lot of fond memories! My deepest sympathy to Bob's family.
Bradley C Schwab
December 1, 2025
Prayers for the entire family.
I will miss Bob immensely.
I loved our conversations.
ANNETTE (the lake)
November 30, 2025
What a wonderful man. Always smiling. I will miss him. Sympathy and hugs to his family.
Bill Kimura
November 30, 2025
This is sooo sad. Bob provided an awesome place that we were able too make many incredible memories with family and friends. He will be missed !! Thoughts and prayers to his family.
Kimura family
Nancy Brieschke
November 30, 2025
t our wonderful Bob Schnipke for hid love of our families at his Pond...
Blaine
November 30, 2025
Bob made so many great memories for my family and friends by allowing us to use the Schnipke pond. So many great experiences. Our prayers go out to the entire Schnipke family.
Randall Nisch
November 30, 2025
Bob was a wonderful man. My family and I always looked forward to see him and talk to him in the spring at the pond. He will surely be missed by everyone. May Bob rest in peace.
Roman Wysowaty
November 30, 2025
Karl, I'm so sorry to hear of Bob's passing. May he find comfort in the arms of Angels...
Mike Bomar
November 29, 2025
I've known Bob my whole life, he gave me my first haircut! He and my dad were friends , he was always tough but always fair, always friendly and generous to me and my family. one of favorite places on earth to enjoy was his pond that I'd gone to since the 70's ...he will be missed, I have many good memories of Bob
may he rest in peace , in the arms of our Lord Jesus
Joel Driver
November 27, 2025
Bob was always a great man who our family looked forward to seeing when at the campground he will be greatly missed may he rest easy
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