Irene U Gonyer

Irene Ula Gonyer, age 99, of Pemberville, and formerly of Perrysburg, OH passed away on Tuesday, February 18, 2025 at Otterbein SeniorLiving in Pemberville. She was born Irene U. Vaughn on September 17, 1925 in Greenville, TN to John and Dora (Richards) Vaughn. She married William E. Gonyer on November 14, 1942 in Bowling Green, OH. Irene and William raised two daughters, and celebrated 46 years or marriage before William’s passing in 1988.

Irene worked as a homemaker looking after and taking care of her family. She was known for her homemade noodles and Chex-mix at Christmas time. She enjoyed watching Hallmark movies, her pet cats and dogs, playing Euchre, and was even referred to as the Euchre Queen. She also enjoyed keeping a meticulous home, however, it was spending time with her family that was her greatest joy of all.

Irene is survived by her daughter; Patty (Henry) Carr of IN, grandchildren: Todd (Kelly) Reither of Pemberville, Wade Carr of IN, David Carr of IN, Bob (Sandie) Reither of FL, 10 great-grandchildren, and 10 great-great-grandchildren. In addition to her husband William, she was preceded in death by her parents, daughter; Sue Reither, grandson; Jason Carr, great-grandson; Infant Auston Carr, twin sister; Ilene Smith, and other sister; Ruby. Brothers: Murtan, Paul, Dennis, Hack, and Richard.

Family and friends will be received 9-11 a.m., with a Funeral Service at 11 a.m., Monday, February 24, 2025 at the Marsh & Marsteller Funeral Home, 4094 State Route 105, Pemberville, OH. Officiating will be, Pr. Peter Johnston. Interment will be in Old Maplewood Cemetery, North Baltimore, OH.

In lieu of flowers the family requests that memorials take the form of contributions to: A charity of the donor’s choice. Those wishing to express a word of encouragement, share a memory or photo may do so at: www.marshfuneralhomes.com.