Robert Dewayne Ousnamer

Bob was born in Plymouth, Indiana on October 4,1950. Bob graduated from LaVille High School and went on to attend Indiana University as a Music & Theater major. Bob enjoyed working in the Indiana University Opera as a Stage Designer, allowing Bob to use his artistic talents. His artwork was generally 10ft tall and 40ft wide. He carried this talent throughout his life creating beautiful pen and ink sketches especially Indiana Barns.

Bob was married to Carol Ann Ousnamer. They were married for 28 years, combining two amazing families.

Bob’s current job was with EABooks, performing jobs such as Cover Designer, Formatter, and coaching Authors to create an Internet Presence. Bob was a master of many things but his most famous was being Santa Claus every December, mostly at one of the Disney Resorts as well as local Preschools. His greatest desire was to bring joy and happiness to people, especially children all over the world.

Bob was always trying new things and over the years he has been a manager for Bally Arcades, Video Production Center, receptionist for Mortgage Companies and Cigna Healthcare. Bob sold Life Insurance all over the State of Florida. When Bob arrived in Florida, he entered the Real Estate market as a realtor and later as a Property Appraiser.

Bob was a member of Tuskawilla Methodist Church and performed the duties of Drummer in the Praise Band, Bell Choir Director, working in the Sound & Lighting Booth and directing Large Musicals and creating scenery for the Children’s Plays. Bob also could be talked into being Easter Bunny and Santa for the Preschool and Arbor School.

Bob was an avid enthusiast for anything that goes fast. He was a pilot for many years. He enjoyed watching Racing (Nascar & Dragster) on the weekend. He also watched every launch in the Space Program. Bob was an accomplished musician, especially in percussion and also enjoyed photography both professionally and privately. Bob and his wife enjoyed being out in nature with his family and friends in their RV learning to enjoy the journey of life.

Bob is survived by his wife Carol and children Benjamin Ousnamer, Jaclyn Ousnamer & Dan Pralat, Michael & Shannon LaMott and Nicole LaMott & Matthew Dupree. Bob’s grandchildren are Caragh, Anna, Logan, Conor, Brenden, Noah, Joy, and Grace. Bob is survived by his sisters Janet Houin & Peggy Reynolds, along with husbands Ken Houin & Mike Reynolds.

Funeral Services with be held on May 31, 2025 at 2:00pm at Tuskawilla Methodist Church at 3925 Red Bug Lake Rd, Casselberry, Fl, 32707.

In lieu of flowers EABooks has opened a scholarship fund for Authors in Bob’s name. Donations can be made on the following website: Our Team | EABooks Publishing