Jeffrey C. Johnson
MEDINA -- Jeffrey C. Johnson, 37, passed away April 22, 1998, in Greensboro, N.C., after a courageous battle with cancer. He was an account representative for the Pepsi-Cola Co. He is survived by his wife, Paula (nee Reidy); sons, Aaron and Patrick; parents, Rev. Joseph and Joan Johnson; sister, Julie Mcie; and brothers, Joseph, John and James. Mass of Christian Burial will be 1 p.m. Monday at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church, 606 E. Washington St., Medina. The family will receive friends Sunday, 5 to 9 p.m. and Monday from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Waite & Son Funeral Homes, Medina Chapel, 765 N. Court St. (Waite & Son, 723-3229.)

Kathy Johnson
Kathy Johnson, 43, passed away April 25, 1998. Announcements later. (Turner & Rhoden, 724-1201.)

William Johnston
William Johnston, 72, of Eagle River, Alaska, formerly of Akron, died April 12, 1998. Surviving relatives include wife, Myrna; sons, Craig and Guy Johnston of Eagle River, Alaska; daughters, Janice Parson of Albuquerque, N. M., Terry Johnston of Colorado Springs, Colo.; sisters, Mary Lou Brown of Akron, Marge Near of Cape Coral, Fla.; brother, Paul Johnston of Green. Cremation has taken place.

Rev. Lawrence W. Jones
Rev. Lawrence W. Jones, 59, passed away April 28, 1998, at Hospice Care Center. He was born July 15, 1938, the son of John and Evelyn Jones. Rev. Jones was instrumental in developing three churches, one of which is the Echos of Calvary, located on the Pima Indian Reservation. By trade he was a machinist. He is survived by his loving wife of 10 years, Patricia; daughter and sons-in-law, Jennifer and Bill McQuone, Kathleen and Terry Harris; sons and daughter-in-law, Mark and Joann Jones, Jeremy Jones, Samuel Jones, and Gary Denning; sister and brother-in-law, Jackie and Leonard Starcher; grandson, Te'Jay Harris; sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Jerry and Walda Busby. Friends may call Friday from 5 to 8 p.m. at the FARLEY FUNERAL HOME, 131 N. Canton Rd. (at Gilchrist Road), where services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday. If desired, contributions may be directed to the family. Interment at Hillside Cemetery. (Farley, 784-3334.)

John P. Kaiser
John P. Kaiser, 74 years, of Akron, died suddenly April 18, 1998. John was a life resident of Akron and retired from Goodyear in 1986 after 20 years service. He was a life member of St. Bernard Church, the German American Club, Sons of Herman, the K of C 3410, and VFW Post 3383. He is survived by wife, Betty; daughters and sons-in-law, Nancy May, Donna and Ted Kempthorn, and Cathy and Rick Beahn, all of Akron; nephews, Edward Jesson of Stow and Robert Jesson of Cuyahoga Falls; five grandchildren, Maureen, Erin and Christopher May, and Eric and Kaitlyn Beahn. Mass of Christian Burial Wednesday 11 a.m. at St. Bernard Church. Interment at Holy Cross Cemetery. Friends may call at the Hummel Funeral Home, 500 E. Exchange St., Tuesday from 4 to 8 p.m. Memorials may be made to the St. Bernard Church Restoration Fund. (Hummel, a Golden Rule Funeral Home, 253-6126).

Anthony J. ``Tony'' Kammer
Anthony J. ``Tony'' Kammer died April 25, 1998, at age 71. He was born in Sharon Center, and most recently resided in the Centerville, Ohio, area. He served in the military and was a lifelong member of V.F.W. 1234 in Chicago, V.F.W. 1089 of Wadsworth, and a member of Sons of Herman. Mr. Kammer was preceded in death by his father, Anthony E.; and by his mother, Kathrina; he is survived by wife of 34 years, Judith of Centerville; son, James; daughter, Jodie Marie, both of Dayton; sisters, Katharine Buchner and Eva Platz, both of Akron; uncle, George Kammer of Wadsworth; several loving nieces, nephews, and cousins; best friends, Art and Margaret Goodridge of Indiana; and special caregivers, Diana Burdick and Connie Slouffman. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, 10 a.m., at the Kucko-Anthony-Kertesz Funeral Home, 95 W. Waterloo Rd. Funeral Mass of the Resurrection at 10:30 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, Fr. Hilkert officiating. Interment at Holy Cross Cemetery. The family will receive friends Wednesday, 9 a.m. until the time of services. If so desired, donations may be made to American Diabetes Association. (Kucko-Anthony-Kertesz, 724-1281.)

Paul T. Kane
COLORADO -- Paul T. Kane, of Denver, Colo., retired, died April 20 at Porter Hospice, after a brief illness. He was 60. Born in Clearfield, Pa., on Sept. 20, 1937, he was a resident of Akron for many years. He served in the Armed Forces in the Infantry Division in Reykjavik, Iceland, and later in the 69th Signal Corps as a motion picture cameraman in Kaiserslautern, Germany. In later years, he held a variety of jobs. He volunteered community service time and participated in the RTD Adopt A Stop Program. He was preceded in death by parents, Paul and Elizabeth, and is survived by his wife, Barbara of Denver, Colo.; sisters, Carol Clements, Sue Heltsley, Judi Kane, and Kathy Berdyck; brother, Jack of Akron, and brother, Tim of Chandler, Ariz. There was cremation. A private memorial service will be held in Akron. Contributions may be made to Porter Hospice, 2420 W. 26th Ave. 200D, Denver, Colo. 80211.

Jennie Karbowicz
Jennie Karbowicz, 103, passed away April 29, 1998. Funeral announcements later. (Hennessy-Bagnoli, AKRON, 376-4251.)

Sylvia (Spitalny) Katz
Sylvia (Spitalny) Katz, 94, died Thursday, April 23, 1998. She was born in Russia and was a longtime resident of Cleveland, living in Akron since 1981. She was a member of Warrensville Center Synagogue and many other Jewish organizations. Mrs. Katz was preceded in death by husband, Hyman; was the devoted mother of Dr. David (Andrea) Katz of Orange, Calif., Elaine (Dr. Leon) Wyant of Akron; dearest grandmother of four, and great-grandmother of three; and is also survived by brother, Samuel (Shirley) Spitalny of Cleveland. A graveside service will be held at Ridge Road Cemetery in Cleveland on Sunday, April 26, 1998, at 12 noon, Rabbi Lawrence Zierler officiating. The family requests no visitation. In lieu of other remembrances, donations may be made to J.C.C. of Akron. (Gordon, 836-7989.)

Agatha D. Kekela (Dolly) (nee Samaras)
Agatha D. Kekela (Dolly) (nee Samaras), 68, died Friday, April 17, 1998, at Akron General Medical Center. She was born in Akron and had been an Akron area resident her entire life. She was a member of the Greek Orthodox Church of the Annunciation, the Philoptochos Society and the American Albanian Ladies Club of which she was past president. She was proud of her involvement in the Albanian relief quilt project in 1996 and was well known for her role as ``Nana'' Claus and her visits to area nursing homes during the Christmas season. She was especially honored by placing as a semi-finalist in a national poetry competition sponsored by the Poetry Guild and the subsequent publishing of her winning poem, ``Nanna's Boy.'' She was currently a member of the Cuyahoga Falls Writer's Club. Mrs. Kekela is survived by her husband of 45 years, John; son and daughter-in-law, Thomas M. and Debbie Kekela of Manchester; daughters and sons-in-law, Maryann and Brian Gehring of Munroe Falls, Christine Shirkman and fiance, Bob Spencer of Akron, Susan and Doug Fanoni of Akron and Sandra and John Diehl of Barberton; grandchildren, Christopher Diehl, Jordan Shirkman, Ryan Kekela, Bradley and Matthew Gehring, Daryl Gentry, Stephanie Lindsay, and Dana Fanoni; brothers, Bill Samaras of Akron, George (Jenny) Samaras of Akron and Elias (Mary) Samaras of Staten Island, N.Y.; sister, Sue Dimas of Chicago, Ill.; and was preceded in death by her sisters, Olympia Kianos and Agnes Belushi and her brother, Thomas Samaras, a Navy pilot killed during World War II. She touched many lives and will be sadly missed by all who knew her. Funeral service will be held Tuesday, 1 p.m. at the Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church, where the body will lie in state one hour prior to service, Rev. Fr. Jerry Hall and Rev. Fr. George Bartz officiating. Interment at Holy Cross Cemetery. The family will receive friends Monday, 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at the Kucko-Anthony-Kertesz Funeral Home, where Trisayios service will be held at 8 p.m. Donations may be made to the Annunciation Church Building Fund or the Retikas Scholarship Fund. (Kucko-Anthony-Kertesz, 724-1281.)

Alma Kennard
MANCHESTER -- Alma Kennard, 76, of Manchester, died Thursday, April 23, 1998, at Doylestown Health Care. She was born in Logville, Ky. She was a member of Akron Baptist Temple, where she was a devoted Sunday School teacher for many years. While raising her family, she cashiered at the Manchester Road Market and, after retirement, she became active in the Franklin Democratic Women's Club, where she served at president. A member of the Ladies Auxiliary of the V.F.W. 7724, she was a tireless worker, loved by all who knew her, and she will be sadly missed. She was the dearly beloved wife of Hubert Kennard; mother of Lisa (Chuck) Ayers of Akron, David (Kathy) Kennard of Mesa, Ariz., and Becky (Bruce) Kennard-Mosberg of Schenectady, N. Y.; grandmother of Derek Kennard, Sarah Kennard, Blair Mosberg, Amy Ayers, and Wesley Ayers; great-grandmother of Kaylee Kennard. Funeral services Monday, 11 a.m., at the Swigart-Easterling Funeral Home in Canal Fulton, with Norman Maynard officiating, and where friends may call SUNDAY, 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Burial at Sunset Hills Memory Gardens in Jackson Township. (Swigart-Easterling, 854-2356.)

Karla P. Kerrigan
Karla P. Kerrigan, 40, passed away suddenly April 28 at Cuyahoga Falls General Hospital. She was a life resident of the Akron area and a 1975 graduate of Ellet High School. She attended Riggs-LeMar Beauty College and worked as a hairdresser for the past 20 years. Karla is survived by her parents, Paul and Patricia Kerrigan of Akron; sister, Erin (Richard) Hohman of Springdale, Pa.; nieces, McKenna, Samantha, and Nicole Hohman; and many cousins. Funeral service Saturday, 11 a.m. at the Schermesser Funeral Home, 600 E. Turkeyfoot Lake Rd. (Route 619), with Rev. Howard D. Powell officiating. Interment at Holy Cross Cemetery. Calling hours Friday, 5 to 9 p.m. (Schermesser, City of Green Chapel, 724-9351.)

Marion C. Klatt
Marion C. Klatt, 93, passed away April 29, 1998. Mrs. Klatt was born in Akron on March 28, 1905, and was a loving homemaker her entire life. Marion was preceded in death by her husband of 36 years, Arthur. She is survived by her sons, James (Carole) and Arthur Jr. (Carol) Klatt; daughter, Mildred (Don) Nagel; brother, Lloyd Greenlese; 10 grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren; and good friend, Lynn. Friends may call at the Bacher Funeral Home, 3326 Manchester Rd., Akron, Saturday from 10 to 11 a.m., with services beginning at 11 a.m., Pastor Ricky Riggs officiating. Interment at West Richfield Cemetery in Richfield. (Bacher, 644-0024.)

Lucinda ``Cindy'' L. Klaver
Lucinda ``Cindy'' L. Klaver, 59, of Hudson, beloved wife of Paul L. Klaver; loving mother of Steve (Lucretia) Klaver, Chris (Shelly) Klaver, Melissa (Greg) DiPasquale, and Katy Klaver; dear grandmother of Benjamin Klaver, Grant Klaver, and Michael DiPasquale; dear sister of Patty Busby and Dr. John Anderson, died suddenly Thursday, April 23, 1998. NO VISITATION. A memorial service will be held Tuesday, April 28, 1998, at 3 p.m., at the Hudson United Methodist Church in Hudson. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial contributions be made to the American Cancer Society, 3250 W. Market St. Suite 304, Akron 44333. Johnson-Romito, a Golden Rule Funeral Home, in Hudson, is in charge of arrangements. (330-650-4181.)

Joseph Julius Klusti
BARBERTON -- Joseph Julius Klusti, 81, died April 23, 1998, at Manor Care of Barberton. He was born in Barberton, where he was a life resident. He was owner-operator of the Wonder Bar for 25 years and, prior to that, was a mold maker with the Coventry Ware Co. for 32 years. He had been retired 15 years. He was a member of Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Greater Beneficial Union 361, I.O.O.F., and was a 50-year member of the First Hungarian Benefit Society. He is survived by wife, Sarah; son, Joseph (Julie) of Norton; grandsons, Joseph, Jon, and Jeffrey Klusti. Funeral services will be held Monday, 9:30 a.m., at the Hahn Funeral Home, with 10 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial at Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Fr. Carl Ciprian, celebrant. Interment at Holy Cross Cemetery. Visitation Sunday, 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Rosary service Sunday at 7:30 p.m. (Hahn, Barberton, 825-2467.)

William J. Kneiley
William J. Kneiley, 88, passed away April 15, 1998, in Norwalk, Ohio. Born in Akron, he was an Akron-Uniontown resident all his life, and had retired from the Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. Bill is survived by his daughter, Jorja (Dr. Robert) Higgins of Norwalk; grandsons, Andrew of Chicago, William of Ontario, Michael of Mansfield; and six great-grandchildren. Visitation Friday, 12 to 1 p.m., at Hecker Funeral Home in Uniontown. Graveside funeral service will be at 2 p.m. at Sunset Hills Memory Gardens on Frank Road in Canton, with Rev. Martha Everhard officiating. Memorial donations may be made to the charity of your choice. (Hecker, 699-2600.)

E-4 Kenneth W. Kohler
E-4 Kenneth W. Kohler, 25, died April 19, 1998. Funeral services will be conducted TODAY, 1 p.m., at Cox Funeral Home, 222 Norton Ave., Barberton. Calling hours are 11 a.m. until time of service TODAY. Burial at Lakewood Cemetery. A military service will be conducted by his active unit. Memorials may be made to First Merit Banks for Austin's educational fund. (Cox, 745-3311.)

Captain Frances E. Koval
HARTVILLE -- Captain Frances E. Koval, 71, died April 16, 1998, at Aultman Hospital in Canton. She was born in Jersey City, N. J., and resided for the last 26 years in Hartville. She was a retired registered nurse, a member of St. Michael's Byzantine Catholic Church, St. Michael's Ladies Guild, the Women's War Memorial in Washington, D. C., and the Retired Nurses Corps. She served in the Army during the Korean Conflict. Preceded in death by husband, Emil D. Koval, she is survived by sons, Major Emil Jr. (Anna) of Washington, D. C., John (Joyce) of Hartville; daughter, Mary (Keith) Kisha of Cuyahoga Falls; granddaughter, Annika Kisha; three stepgrandchildren, one stepgreat-grandchild; sisters, Doris Arzt of Toms River, N. J., and Elizabeth Schuller of Passaic, N. J. Funeral services will be held Sunday, 7:30 p.m., at the Hahn Funeral Home, with Fr. Bernard Danber officiating. Interment at Arlington National Cemetery. Visitation Sunday, 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Military committal service will be held at Arlington National Cemetery on Thursday (April 23, 1998) at 1 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorials are requested to the American Heart Association, American Lung Association, or any D.A.V. (Hahn, Barberton, 825-2467.)

Mr. Louis Krasnoff
Louis Krasnoff, 85, died at 6 p.m. Friday, April 24, 1998, at St. Elizabeth's Medical Center, after a short illness. Mr. Krasnoff was born April 3, 1913, in Garettsville, to the late Samuel and Fannie Karlit Krasnoff. He was a lifetime resident of Warren, and was employed by the Denman Tire & Rubber Co. for 45 years, retiring in 1975 as traffic manager. He then was employed by Reismans Clothing and Outdoor Army/Navy Store in downtown Warren. He was a member of Beth Israel Temple Center, where he had served in numerous capacities for the congregation throughout his life. He loved to tinker and fix things. He is survived by his wife, Gertrude (Aronson) Krasnoff, whom he married in 1940; daughter, Ms. Karen Sandel of Akron; son, Michael Krasnoff of Columbus; sister, Ann Myers of Cleveland; brother, Charlie Krasnoff of Cleveland. He was preceded in death by sister, Rose Rudolph; and brother, Harry. Funeral services TODAY, April 26, 1998, at 3:30 p.m., at Robert H. Roberts-Clark Memorial Home in Warren. Interment at Beth Israel Cemetery TODAY, April 26, 1998. Material contributions may be made to Beth Israel Temple Center.

William Kungle
UNIONTOWN -- William Kungle, 70, passed away April 24, 1998. Born in Myersville, he was a local resident all his life. Bill was a self-employed truck driver, had served with the U. S. Navy in the South Pacific Theater, and later served in the Naval Reserves Lighter-Than-Air Corps, patrolling the eastern coast line. He was an avid golfer and a member of the A.D.G.A. in the '60s. Bill is survived by his wife of 52 years, Dawn; daughter, Carol (Clarence) Moore; sons, William L. (Elizabeth), Bruce, Tim, and Bryan (Christine); grandchildren, David, Dawn, and Melissa Moore, Jennifer, Keith, Kelly, Kerry, Kyle, and Kurt Kungle; great-granddaughter, Kaitlyn; and many loving, nieces, nephews, family and friends. Bill was deeply loved and cherished by his family and will be sadly missed by all. The family will receive friends Sunday, 2 to 5 p.m., at Hecker Funeral Home in Uniontown, where funeral service will be held Monday at 11 a.m., with Rev. Bruce Bequette officiating. Interment at Greensburg Cemetery. Firestone Post 3383 will have military rites. (Hecker, 699-2600.)