Jack Lee Schinness, age 86, of Munson Township, peacefully passed away on Jan. 10, 2023, at his home.
She was born Jan. 15, 1936, to Warren and Lucille (nee Wilson) Schinness, in Cleveland.
On Oct. 11, 1958, he married Sandra Jane (nee Hamley). They were together 63 years.
After many years working as a sales engineer, after retirement, he found his true passion at Community Care Ambulance. He so loved meeting new people along their travels throughout many counties in Northeast Ohio.
Jack spent many years at Alpine Valley teaching his children and grandchildren to ski. For over 30 years, he coached many in baseball and softball for Munson Township’s summer leagues.
A lifelong resident of Munson Township, he was honored in 2011, by receiving an award for Notable Resident of the township from the Board of Trustees.
He and his wife, Sandy, were members of St. Luke Episcopal Church.
A member of the Berney’s Division, together they enjoyed Civil War reenacting, traveling throughout the area. Most recently he enjoyed being a member of the Emerald Necklace MG Register, touring in his 1978 MGB.
He took great pride in watching his family grow, children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Jack is survived by his children, Scott Schinness, of Arizona, Kelly (Eric) Weisenburger, of Norwalk, Ohio, Craig Schinness, of Cleveland, Todd (Kathy) Schinness, of Concord Township, Sean (Jeanette) Schinness, of Chardon, Adam “O.J.” Schinness, of Arizona, Ethan Schinness, of Kenton, Ohio, and Cadie (Rob) Forrester, of Chester Township; and grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
He is preceded by his wife; and parents.
The family will receive friends Jan. 17, 2023, from 4-7 p.m., at Burr Funeral Home, 116 South St., Chardon.
The funeral service will be held Jan. 18, beginning at 10 a.m., at St. Luke Episcopal Church, 11519 Wilson Mills Road, Munson. Interment will immediately follow at Fowlers Mill Cemetery in Munson Township.
In lieu of the flowers, the family suggests donations be made to the Geauga County Historical Society – Century Village, 14653 E. Park St., Burton, OH 44021.
Arrangements handled by Burr Funeral Home and Cremation Service, Chardon. Information and condolences online at www.burrservice.com.
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