Renee Dorothy Gubelman's Obituary
Renée Dorothy Gubelman, 76, passed away on July 11, 2025, surrounded by her family in the home she built with her beloved husband, Bill. Born on February 3, 1949, in Queens, New York, Renée was the cherished daughter of John and Dorothy Johansson.
Renée shared a beautiful life with her late husband, William J. Gubelman, whom she married on April 19, 1968. Together, they created a loving home filled with laughter, adventure, and family memories. Renée was a devoted mother to Eric and Raymond, and a proud grandmother to Billy, Christopher, Justin, Jordan, Tre, and Brandon. She also adored her 11 great-grandchildren.
Renée had a passion for traveling and enjoyed nothing more than sharing good food and new experiences with friends and loved ones. Her warmth, kindness, and sense of humor touched everyone she met.
A viewing will be held on July 24, 2025, from 9:00 to 10:00 a.m., with services following at 10:00 a.m. at Memorial Gardens in Ft. Myers, Florida. Burial will take place immediately afterward.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, a cause close to Renée’s heart.
She will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered by all who knew her.
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