Eugene Kobus (85) of Perry, passed away Friday, March 31, 2023 at his home surrounded by his loving and un poco loco family. He was born May 26, 1937 in Pittsburgh, PA, the son of Edward and Genevieve (Smolski). He was preceded in death by his wife Dorothy (Stiehl) of 62 years. He worked as a high school Spanish teacher, Cross Country and Track coach for both Cuyahoga Heights and Perry Local Schools for many years. The Perry Relays were renamed upon his retirement in 2014 to “The Gene Kobus Perry Relays”.
His garden and dog “Polly” were his greatest passions, along with his wife, children and family. He was also an active member of St. Cyprian Church.
He is survived by his children, Christopher (Tammi Brown) Kobus, Steven (Carrie) Kobus, Kathryn (Bryan Keener) Garden, Geno (Cheryl) Kobus; brothers, Donald and Walter; grandchildren, Matthew (Martina), Benjamin, Samantha (Zachary), Allyson, Allen (Stacie), Andrew (Allison), Michaela (Rob), Tyler, Miranda, and Lexi (Andrew); great-grandchildren, Claire, Harrison, Mallory, Emma, and Daniel.
Mass will take place at 11 am on Wednesday, April 5, 2023 at St. Cyprian Catholic Church, 4223 Middle Ridge Road in Perry. Followed by a celebration of life from 12 to 3pm at Perry Village Pub, 3759 Center Road in Perry.
In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the Perry High School Athletic Department. If you would like to contact them, you can at:
ovenst@perry-lake.org
Behm Family Funeral Home of Madison is assisting the family. Online obituary and condolences may be viewed at
www.behmfuneral.com
Sending condolences to all. Gene was a valued member of Perry Schools during his teaching career and long after at the fitness center and sporting events. Always so welcoming and pleasant, a true friend to all he met. May he find a place in heaven and unite with his beautiful wife! Rest in peace, Gene
Our hearts go out to the entire family and friends. He touched so many lives in different ways and he will be missed. He will live in your hearts and memories forever. Now he’s with his beloved Dot watching over you.
Our deepest condolences to the family. He was a great coach and teacher. I remember him as being a very kind and respectful man, as well as a good neighbor. May God rest his soul. and comfort you in your time of loss. He will be remembered by all who knew him.
Becky (Pierce) Fox
and the Pierce Family