Randall H. Koebel, 76, of Fremont, OH passed away on September 16, 2023 at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born on August 23, 1947 in Fremont, OH the son of Howard and Patricia (Forsythe) Koebel. He was a 1966 graduate of Fremont Ross High School. Randy proudly served in the US Army from 1966 to 1969 and received the National Defense Service Medal, Marksmanship M14, Vietnam Campaign Medal and Vietnam Service Medal with 4 Oak Leaves/Stars.
Randy married Judith A. Reineck on September 8, 1978 in Fremont, OH and she survives. He was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Fremont V.F.W. and American Legion. Randy enjoyed reading, boating, traveling and was a self-proclaimed historian and would voice his distaste in the error and fallacy in almost every historical fiction film. To know Randy was to love him; a loyal and concise friend, a devoted father to his daughters, and a hopeless romantic to his wife. Randy had an unexplainable and unbreakable bond with his granddaughter Sienna Lee, they spent countless hours browsing the library, shopping and running errands. He happily welcomed his grandson, Lau, into the family and relished having a boy in the family.
Randy is survived by his wife of forty-five years, Judith Koebel; daughters, Melissa Koebel and Lauren (Laurence III) Harkness; grandchildren, Sienna Koebel and Laurence Harkness IV all of Fremont; siblings, Gary (Julie) Koebel, Defiance, OH, Rick (Madelyn) Koebel, Colorado Springs, CO and Kelly (Chris) Jones, Fremont.
He was preceded in death by his parents; his infant son, Randall Koebel, and father and mother-in-law, Barney and Rody Reineck.
Visitation: Wednesday, September 20, 2023 from 4 to 8 p.m. at Wonderly Horvath Hanes Funeral Home and Crematory, 425 E State St., Fremont, OH.
Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Thursday, September 21, 2023; 11:30 a.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 550 Smith Rd., Fremont, OH with a half hour of visitation prior to mass at the church.
Burial will follow at St. Jospeh Cemetery, Fremont, OH with military honors provided by the V.F.W. and American Legion.
Memorials can be made to Our Lady of the Pines Retreat Center or Bishop Hoffman Catholic Schools.
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Nancy Sielschott
Judy and family.
We send our condolences to each and every one of you. Bill and Randy go back many years. He always had a smile and loved chats at the many school activities over the years. May the many good memories you have help you thru this difficult time.
Bill and Nancy Sielschott
Sr Susan Reineck
My deepest sympathy to you, Judy, and to your family. My love and prayers are with you as you mourn the loss of your beloved, Randy.
Sister Susan
Dee icharl
Judy & family,
Dewey & I send our condolences to you and your family!! Randy will be missed and I will miss our chats and this is a memory I would rather not have!! As you know Randy & I would talk a lot about making memories!!
Many prayers going your way!
Dee & Dewey
Jane (Wirkner) Ridenour
Judy, I’m so sorry for your loss! I will keep you and your family in my prayers that you may find comfort and peace in the days ahead
Bill & Rose Herb
We are so sorry for your loss & will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.
Kay Halbeisen
I am so sorry for your loss, Judy. You and your family will be in my prayers.
Sincerely
Kay (Chudzinski) Halbeisen
Missy Flahiff
Love this guy and his beautiful family and I am so sad for you guys because his love for his family was simply amazing, very special, What an amazing Legacy he left behind.. I always loved running into him and Judy, they’re a very special couple…hugs and love to you all, he will be truly missed..
Steve & Nancy Pfefferle
Prayers to all
Holman
Kathy and family, so sorry to hear this. Randy was a good man and will be missed.
Steve and Kim
Jim Hammer
My deepest condolences to all, gone but never forgotten, Randy lives in your hearts forever.
God Bless Each of You to the fullest. +
Deborah (Freeh) Eshleman
Judy and Family,
So sorry for your loss. I didn’t know Randy very well but I have only heard wonderful things about him. I am sure the many memories will help you through this difficult time. God bless you all.
Deb
Catherine Swart
Our family grew up in the same neighborhood. The boys ran in a pack. Always looking out for their younger sisters. Randy was always so thoughtful, especially during my brother Howard’s illness.
You will be missed!
Cathy Seaman Swart
Carol Miller
Dear Judy,
I am saddened to hear of Randy’s death. I did not know him well, but he made an impression many years ago when he helped coach our daughter’s softball team. Know that he, and all you who love him, are in my prayers.
God’s peace,
Carol Miller
Gail Lorentz
Dear Judy and family,
May your many wonderful memories of Randy sustain you during this difficult time. I have many fond memories of Randy from my days in Fremont and he always brought a smile to my face. May he RIP.
Gail Bowlus Lorentz
Susan Koester
Our deepest sympathies to Judy and the entire family. He is at peace. May your wonderful memories of Randy sustain you in the days ahead.
Love,
Sue and Jay Koester
Susan & Dave Knieriemen
Judy and family
Thinking of you all,
Sending healing prayers and comfort during this tough time.
Cheryl Wendt
Awe, Judy, Melissa, Lauren, TJ, Sienna and Lau,
The video is amazing and so glad you packed in as much as you could with Randy. God Bless him and also all of you at this most difficult time. Lots of fun times and great friends and family all love you so much. You are not alone in your sorrow, we grieve with you. Randy was always so much fun and a great guy to relax and have a beer or two with…he will be missed by all. We are praying for all of you plus the rest of your extended family. Hugs, love and prayers coming your way.
With love,
Craig and Cheryl Wendt
dave doty
Judy, you and your family have my deepest sympathy. I am very sorry to hear of the loss of Randy. You and the family are in my prayers. Dave Doty
Linda M Gegorski
Judy/family: Sincere sympathy to all with thoughts/prayers–may he rest in peace!!