Andrew “Andy” Joseph Kobilarcsik, 80, of Wooster died on Tuesday, March 7, 2023 at OSU East in Columbus.
He was born February 7, 1943 in Kansas City, MO to Andrew A. and Loraine A. Cook Kobilarcsik. On September 16, 2006, he married Heather Maxwell. She survives.
Andy honorably served his country in the U.S. Air Force.
Andy had worked as an auditor and auditor’s supervisor for the State of Ohio for over 30 years. He also worked for White Jewelers. He enjoyed golfing and fishing. For over 45 years, he enjoyed going down to Cambridge and hunting at a friend’s property. Andy was a very involved grandpa attending many of his grandkid’s activities.
He was a member of the Wooster High School class of 1961. While in high school, he was a member of the football team, wrestling team and track team. There were only 2 wrestling state champions in Wooster’s history. Andy was the first state wrestling champion He was undefeated. He continued to be involved with wrestling as a coach. As a member of the football team, Andy was a member of the 1960 squad, which is the only undefeated and untied team in Wooster High School history. He played in the running back position and the defensive end position. The Wooster and the Orrville football teams were undefeated. The score in the 4th quarter was tied 12 to 12. Andy carried the ball over 60 yards for the winning touchdown. The finale score Wooster 18 and Orrville 12. He was in the charter class of the Wooster High School Sports Hall of Fame.
Andy was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church, the American Legion Post #68 for 48 years, the Wooster Elks and the Wooster Exchange Club.
Along with his wife, Heather, he is survived by his daughters Denise (Steve) Cherry of Clermont, FL and Andrea (Eric) Caskey of Orrville; grandchildren Rachel and Jonathon Cherry, Eric, Drew, Dylan, Evan and Brayden Caskey; siblings Pat (Joe) Kropp of Cincinnati, Loann Hilty of Mt. Sterling, Kathy Miller of Kansas City, KS, Jim Kobilarcsik of Kansas City, MO and Joe Kobilarcsik of Lenexa, KS; aunt (who was raised with him like a sister) Judy (Jack) Fisher of Columbus; mother-in-law Chell Maxwell of Akron and many nieces, nephews and cousins.
Andy was preceded in death by his parents, brother-in-law Steve Miller; sister-in-law Cindy Kobilarcsik and father-in-law Robert W. Maxwell.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on March 21, 2023 at 10:00AM at St. Mary Catholic Church, 527 Beall Avenue, Wooster. Inurnment will be in the Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery in Seville.
Friends will be received March 20, 2023 from 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM at McIntire, Bradham & Sleek Funeral Home, 216 E. Larwill St., Wooster.
Contributions may be directed to American Legion Post #68, P. O. Box 162, Wooster, OH 44691.
Online condolences may be left for the family at www.mcintirebradhamsleek.com
Andy, a good man will be missed. RIP
Dear Friends. We were deeply saddened to hear of Andy’s passing.
He was a good dad to his Children and Grandchildren. His will be greatly missed.
We would love to attend the memorial whenever that occurs. Meantime know that each of you are in our hearts and many prayers.
We are so sorry for your loss. Our hearts and prayers are with you.
Thoughts and prayers to the Kobilarcsik family. May our lord Jesus escort Andy into heaven and ease the pain of loss in the hearts of his loved ones and friends
Prayers and thoughts to the Kobilarcsik Family, have known Andy for many year as a friend and fellow wrestler
Thoughts & Prayers to Andy’s family. Sad loss for Wooster High School
Heather, I am saddened by this news. You are in my prayers.
I worked with Andy at OBES for several years. He was a great employee as well as a good friend. He will be missed. All of the Kobilarcsiks are in my prayers.
What a great man he was indeed. He walked this earth with dignity and honor. He served our country well. Butch personally showed me love, shared endless stories (some true, some not so true), always had me laughing when I probably shouldn’t have been. I loved this sweet man with all my heart and soul. He will be missed. My deepest condolences to the entire family. To his amazing grandchildren…..make your grandpa proud! ❤️
Rest in Peace old friend. I will always remember grade school at St. Mary’s, WHS Class of ’61 and lastly how kind you were to Yajuan at the class reunion.
To Heather and all the Kobilarscik family you are in my thoughts and prayers , i am so sorry for your loss . Andy definitely fought hard to stay with us and we will miss him terribly ! We love you Andy .
Thoughts and Prayers to the entire Family.
Andy was one of the first people to reach out when I became the AD at Wooster High School. I didn’t have a lot of conversations with him over the years but I very much enjoyed the ones I had. Rest in peace Andy.
Thank you for your service. Condolences to the family.
Andy was a wonderful Dad and Grandpa’s! Prayers to you. All my condolences to the family.
Heather, I am so sorry for your loss. Andy was such a nice guy, and very talented in many ways. I know you will miss him. God bless. 💕
Heather,
Holding you in our hearts. Thoughts and prayers for the family.
Andy was such a special man.
I am so sorry to read of Andy’s passing. My sympathy to you and your family.
Sorry for your loss, Andy was a very special friend, I was blessed to share some workout’s with him during wrestling the year he won state. One of the best athletes to come out of WHS! A class man!
So sorry for your loss Heather. Andy was a great fellow. My deepest sympathies to you and your family. I enjoyed seeing him and you at White Jewelers. Remember the good times and take care of each other. God be with you and your family.
Heather, I’m sorry for your loss.
Andy was a good guy and will be missed.
Thoughts and prayers to Andy’s family and friends. Sympathy to all.
My deepest sympathy. My heart goes out to you Heather, Denise, Andrea and all my cousins ❤️
We’re so sorry for your loss. Heather you and Family are in our thoughts and Prayers. Our Deepest Sympathy, Greg and Marita Buchanan
Butch was my best buddy as I grew up. He visited my mom & dad, Ken & Carol Bauer and would rock me when I was an infant. And I, in turn would rock his firstborn, Denise. He was one of my dad’s dearest friends. My heart is heavy – so many wonderful memories. I heard plenty of stories of my dad, Butch & Donny Plant’s shenanigans! Prayers for the family. Much love sent your way.
To Andy’s Family and Friends, Our deepest sympathies go out to you. May God, and the many good memories, sustain you; now and also in the future.. Our thoughts and prayers are for you and your families. Sincere condolences from Art Beerys, Smithville, Ohio
So sorry to hear! Many thoughts and prayers go out to the family!