AKRON, Ohio - Jack Kotz passed away peacefully, at age 91, surrounded by his family on February 10, 2008 in Akron, Ohio. He was a lifelong resident of Sandusky, Ohio. He was preceded in death by parents, Sakie Rebecca (Steinsen) and John Kotz; brothers, Clarence "Woody" Oswald, Arthur Oswald and Robert Kotz; sisters, Lucille (Oswald) Rosino, Frances Kotz, Betty Claire Kotz; his wife and soul mate of 58 years, Mildred "Millie" Marcella (Hagg) Kotz; and beloved grandson, Robert James Kotz. Survived by sons, John "Jack" (Hanne Jorgesen) Kotz, Columbus, Ohio, Dennis (Kathy) Kotz, North Augusta S.C., Steve (Denise) Kotz, Hudson, Ohio; grandsons, Senior Chief Petty Officer Christopher (Kristen) Kotz, Scott Kotz, Nicholas Kotz, David Kotz, and Jeffrey Kotz; great-grandchildren, Alexis and Jaxon Kotz; in-laws, Jim and Agnes "Aggie" Gosser; numerous relatives and friends. Jack served in the Navy during World War II from 1944 to 1946. He was employed by Esmond Dairy for over 40 years and ultimately served as Vice President. After retirement, he was employed by Cedar Point as a skilled wood-turner on the Frontier Trail. He played semi- professional baseball and was offered a professional contract. He was an avid woodworker, an accomplished clarinet player (he played in the Sandusky High marching band and the Cedar Point Boy's and Girl's Band), fisherman, and sail-boater. Jack loved to sit with Millie at the City Dock and watch the sun set. Jack was a good man and a true gentleman in every regard. He will be missed by all who knew him. Services will be held Wednesday, February 13, 2008 in Sandusky, Ohio. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
The Augusta Chronicle-February 13, 2008
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