Jack Lee Schinness, age 86, of Munson Township, peacefully passed away on January 10, 2023 at his home.  Born January 15, 1936 to Warren and Lucille (nee: Wilson) Schinness in Cleveland, Ohio.  On October 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 Jack 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 the 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. 

He is survived by his children, Scott Schinness of AZ, Kelly (Eric) Weisenburger of Norwalk, OH; Craig Schinness of Cleveland, OH, Todd (Kathy) Schinness of Concord Twp., OH, Sean (Jeanette) Schinness of Chardon, OH, Adam “O.J.” Schinness of AZ, Ethan Schinness of Kenton, OH, and Cadie (Rob) Forrester of Chesterland, OH; grandchildren and great grandchildren. 

He is preceded by his wife and his parents. 

The family will receive friends on Tuesday, January 17, from 4:00-7:00 p.m. at the Burr Funeral Home, 116 South Street, Chardon, Ohio 44024.  The Funeral Service will be held Wednesday, January 18, beginning at 10:00 a.m. at St. Luke Episcopal Church, 11519 Wilson Mills Road, Chardon. 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 Street, Burton, Ohio  44021.

Arrangements handled by the Burr Funeral Home and Cremation Service, Chardon, Ohio. 

Information and condolences on-line at www.burrservice.com.