Stephanie Teresa (Smith) Gebauer Schee, 75, residing in Huron, met our Lord on Friday, February 14, 2025 at Bethesda Care Center in Fremont, OH after a brief illness.

Stephanie was born on January 27, 1950 in Fremont, OH to Iris (Reiter) Claar and the late Tom Claar.

A 1968 graduate of Clyde High School, Stephanie furthered her education at Tiffin University and Firelands BGSU. She dedicated her career to serving as the school treasurer for Ridgedale Local School District in Marion, OH.

A proud member of the Lyman Boat Owners Association, Stephanie had a deep appreciation for the beauty of rare and unique flowers in her garden. She found joy in the thrill of lottery tickets and had an adventurous spirit that made traveling a passion. Her love for all things distinctive extended to her lifelong hobbies-crafting, sewing, and winemaking. Stephanie was an avid collector, cherishing her beloved Betty Boop memorabilia, flamingos, and mermaids-her personal avatar. But above all, her greatest joy in life was her grandchildren, whom she adored beyond measure. We will forever miss this smart, generous, magnificent woman who gave her love freely.

Those of us left in sadness are Stephanie's mother, Iris Claar; husband, Dan Schee, whom she married on February 17, 2006; daughter, Teresa (Jeff) Clark; siblings, Wendy Alafita, Bunny (Scott) Robles, Chris (Angelene) Claar, and Richard Claar; grandchildren, Emily Gebauer, Aubrea Branco, Trinity Branco, Elizabeth (Derik) Kopp, and Cameron (Skye) Lamb; great-grandson, Tripp Kopp; stepchildren, Andrew Schee, Dana (Mark) Ansell; six step-grandchildren; six step-great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins.

In addition to her father, Stephanie is preceded in death by her beloved son, Nathan L. Gebauer; and blessed sister, Jennifer Claar.

Friends may call on Thursday, February 20, 2025 from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm at Groff Funeral Homes & Crematory, 1607 E. Perkins Ave., Sandusky. Friends may also call on Friday, February 21, 2025 from 10:00 am until the time of funeral services at 11:00 am at Victory Church, 2051 Old Oak Harbor Rd, Fremont, OH 43420 with Pastor Scott Robles presiding.

Those wishing to contribute to Stephanie's memory may do so to the Humane Society of Erie County, 1911 Superior St, Sandusky, OH 44870.

Condolences may be shared online at www.grofffuneralhomes.com.