Everette B. Obenshain Jr., 82, of Salem, passed suddenly and unexpectedly Thursday, July 14, 2022. We are all sure that his late wife Hazel was waiting on him at the gates, saying you made me wait ten years for you. Also proceeding him in death were his parents Everette B. Obenshain Sr. and wife Mildred, and multiple brothers, a niece and a daughter-in-law.
He is survived by son Everette (EB) Obenshain III and daughter Susan King, grandchildren Amber Cook (Justin), Sarah Sieloff and husband Jack, Emily Obenshain, Rachel Brodrecht and husband Lawson, Mason King and Gia King, and great granddaughter Haleigh Cook. As well as adoptive grandchildren Scott McCauley wife Amanda and daughter Braeleigh, Jordan McCauley and wife Alexa, and DeAnna McCauley. Many nieces and nephews as well.
His life was long and rich with family, friends and civic duties he loved. Retired Sheriff City of Salem 30 years, and Edgewood Lions Club member since 1965. He was active with the American Legion Salem Post. He was life member of the Republican National Committee, the Salem Sports Foundation, and was appointed to the Salem Board of Elections for 19 years. He also missed dearly playing golf with his ALHS Dudes and he missed competing in the various bowling leagues.
He was respected and well loved by everyone and will be dearly missed by all.
The family with receive friends on Tuesday July 19, 2022 from 6 pm to 8 pm and Wednesday July 20, 2022 from 11 am to 1 pm at Lotz Funeral Home in Salem. Funeral Service will be held on Wednesday July 20,2022 at 1pm. Interment will follow at Sherwood Memorial park.
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