Obituaries

Robert S Schmitz (Bobb), 70, of Perrysburg, OH formally Whitehouse, OH went home to be with the Lord on September 29, 2023. Bobb was born in Wauseon, OH on January 14, 1953 to parents Richard and Martha Schmitz. He was the eldest of seven children.

After graduation from Delta High School in 1971, Bobby trained, conditioned and raced thoroughbred horses in Florida and Michigan. He spoke fondly about this chapter of his life. Additionally, he worked at the family business, S&R Equipment as a transport driver in the parts department.

His friendly and charismatic personality suited him well for a successful career as an entrepreneur in the sales industry. He launched his business, Easy Way Products which sold toys and demonstration household products at consumer retail shows all over the country. One of his favored ventures was the creation and selling of goofy gators to Cedar Point, Kings Island, The World's Fair and eventually at fairs and festivals in the region. He authored a monthly column for the Fair Time Industries entitled, “On the Road with Bobb.”

It was at one of these road shows in which, he met his bride of thirty-seven years. His charming and endearing personality caught the attention of Karin Arlene Malmberg. On September 6, 1986 they were married in the lovely back yard garden of his mother’s home.

Together they built the business and raised their family in Whitehouse, Ohio. Bobb’s extended family and friends recall many fond memories of celebrations at their Whitehouse home. His was the home of hospitality.

As an avid golfer, he enjoyed vacationing on Hilton Head Island with his family. Cruising was his favorite way to see the world. His pride and joy was his son Joshua. He enjoyed cheering on Josh at his soccer games.

Bobb was preceded in death by his parents, a brother, Richard Keith (1957), and his daughter, Holly Marie Schmitz, (2000). He is survived by his loving wife, Karin Schmitz and his son, Joshua Schmitz.

The family would like to extend their gratitude to the Manor Care of Perrysburg and The Hospice of Northwest Ohio for their exceptional care. Memorial contributions in Bobb’s memory may be directed to The Church, Maumee, OH.

A celebration of life will be held on Thursday, October 12th at The Church, 3000 Strayer Road, Maumee, Ohio. Visitation is at 10:00 AM with the worship service beginning at 11:00 AM. Pastor Tony Scott will be presiding. Interment will take place at The Whitehouse Cemetery, Whitehouse, Ohio. Arrangements were entrusted to Witzler-Shank-Walker Funeral Home, Perrysburg, Ohio. Online condolences may be sent to the family: walkerfuneralhomes.com.