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Saturday, 19 January 2013 09:51
Obie-bejarano-obitOvidio "Obie" Bejarano, 85, of Pemberville, Ohio, passed away on Saturday January 19, 2013 from pneumonia at Bridge Home Health Hospice, Bowling Green.
Born February 17, 1927 in Brownsville, Texas, Obie was a successful entrepreneur, farmer at heart and dedicated Christian family man.
Self made and hard working, Obie and his wife started Obie's Flowers in 1962 and recently celebrated 50 years in business. Well known for his friendly and outgoing personality, Obie was instrumental in the creation of other local businesses and served as a mentor to many.
Surviving are his wife of 54 years, Mary Jane, daughters, Diane (Robert) Hoefkens, Kay (Brian) Elder and Margaret (Frank) Wilcox and grandchildren, Elena and Brett Elder and Luke and Elisa Wilcox.
He was preceded in death by son, Homer and cousin, Raul Bejarano.
Friends may call Tuesday January 22 from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at DUNN FUNERAL HOME, located in Bowling Green's Historical District at 408 West Wooster Street. Funeral service will be Wednesday January 23rd 10 a.m. at the funeral home. Pastor Elvin Gonzalez will officiate. Interment will be private for the family at Pemberville Cemetery.
Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.dunnfuneralhome.com.




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# 2013-01-20 01:23
I can still remember the smell walking into Obie's flower shop as a child with my mom. The smell of moist soil and blooming flowers. One of those memories that will always be with me. A great man. A wonderful small town shop in Pemberville, OH. He will always be remembered as a kind man doing what he loved and sharing it with the community. Rest in peace, Obie.
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# 2013-01-20 21:06
I am so very sorry Jane, Diane, Kay, and Margaret. Obie was a wonderful, caring, loving, generous man. He gave me my first job when I got out of floral design school. Be graciated everyone with kindness and compassion, and wisdom. He will be sadly missed. I love you Obie. You can now tend God's garden.
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# 2013-01-20 21:18
Obie was my first employer at 12 years old. He was such a great person and was willing to give when you needed it. R.I.P. Obie.
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# 2013-01-20 21:57
Diane, My prayers are with you and your family at this time. I did not know your dad well but the short time i knew him, he was a wonderful person to work with during our greens prep at the church. God Bless

Dianna Bennett St. Peter's Millbury.
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# 2013-01-21 11:03
Growing up I always thought OBIE's flowers was the coolest place to visit.I know that my mom and dad cared for you both very much. I am sorry for your loss.
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# 2013-01-21 16:31
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family at this time. Raul was Marisa's grandfather and we miss him terribly.
Mr Obie thank you for your hard work on my first wedding the flowers turned out beautful.
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# 2013-01-24 13:22
I am so sad to hear of OB's passing. He was a very nice man. Always spoke when ever I would see him...He will be sadly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.
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# 2013-01-25 21:43
So sorry to hear of Obies passing,, He was a friend to all he met,, God Bless and keep his family strong though this ordeal,,,
Ed ANR mYRNA Rodenberger Bakersfield california,,, ORG Bowling Green Ohio
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# 2013-02-03 14:15
So sorry to hear Of Obie's passing. He was a long time friend of my parents Eusebio and Modesta Rosalez
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