Robert L. "Bob" Gonyer

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Robert (Bob) Leroy Gonyer, 81, of Toledo, Ohio, passed away after a brief illness and long battle with Alzheimer’s disease on June 4, 2024. Bob was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather.


Bob was born on November 14th, 1942 to Herbert and Belva Gonyer and grew up with his four siblings in Toledo. He graduated from Whitmer High School (class of 1960), where he played for the school football and wrestling teams. Bob fondly and frequently recalled his childhood, and his love for his parents.


After high school, Bob met his wife of 61 years, Kay, and they happily married in 1963. Bob was later drafted into the United States Army in 1968 and was stationed in Germany. Bob was honored to serve his country and was a proud U.S. veteran.


Bob later worked for Western Electric and AT&T for 40 years. Bob took pride in hard work and providing for his family.


Bob was proud to be a father to his two children, Robin and Matt, and adored his grandchildren. He loved spending time with his family, hunting with his Beagles, fishing on his boat, watching Michigan football, listening to country music, going to breakfast with his wife, attending his grandchildren’s sports and school activities, and taking his grandkids on annual vacations where they made many lasting memories together.


He is survived by his loving wife, Kay; his two children, Robin (Steven) Sullivan of Sandusky, OH and Matthew Gonyer of Toledo, OH; grandchildren: Sarah (Jarrod) Williams and Loressa Gonyer; great-grandson, Wes Williams, and his four siblings, Shirley Clark, Peggy Stalder, Jim (Linda) Gonyer, and Jane (Jim) Saltzman.


Special thanks to Bob’s caregivers, Sekina and Deb, whom he was fond of and his family is grateful for.


Bob was predeceased by his parents, Herbert and Belva Gonyer, and his grandson, Kevin Sullivan, whom he has missed dearly since his unexpected passing in 2016. Together, Bob and Kevin, shared a love of football, the outdoors, and listening to Elvis Presley. You can bet that Bob is elated to be reunited with his loved ones and grandson in Heaven.


Flowers and/or memorial contributions to Humane Ohio in memory of Bob are equally welcome.

A memorial visitation will be held on Saturday, June 29th, 2024 from 12:00 p.m. until 2:00 p.m. with a memorial service immediately following, at 2:00 p.m. at Newcomer Funeral Home - Northwest Chapel at 4150 W. Laskey Road Toledo, OH 43623.