John E. Kapp Jr. 1935-2024

Jack was born Aug. 4, 1935, to John and Mildred Kapp.

He grew up in Champion and graduated from Champion High School in 1953. Growing up, he was an avid hunter, trapper and fisherman, and loved spending time at the family farm in Champion.

A self-made man, Jack spent 50-plus years in the oil and gas business, primarily in the Appalachian Basin area of Ohio, Pennsylvania, New York and West Virginia.

Jack was a God-fearing man with a strong Christian faith. He was a dedicated member of his Canfield church and was very involved in the community there. He was very generous and donated to numerous organizations like the Wounded Warrior Project.

Jack married Mary Ann Pavlik in 1957 and they resided in Warren. Jack and Mary Ann ventured down to Fort Lauderdale, Florida, in the 1980s, and enjoyed many fun times in the sun with their family at their second home there.

Jack loved waking up every morning and taking his daily walk, and was fond of the beach and the neighborhood cats that came by. He always made sure to pay a visit to his favorite restaurants in Fort Lauderdale — Carlos & Pepe’s, Greek Islands and Jack’s Hamburgers. A fan of cars and aviation, Jack was protective of his 1998 Cadillac and “Old Red.” Jack was also a fan of cigars. Jack enjoyed traveling and was especially fond of Fort Lauderdale, Florida, California and the Bahamas. He enjoyed nature and spent trips fishing with his wife, son and good friends in the fresh waters of Canada and the Florida Keys.

Everyone who knew Jack knew he made the best and freshest salsa and margaritas. His grilling was impeccable and you never knew what he was going to cook up in his crockpot or oven. Jack loved a good meal and enjoyed eating out, especially at his favorite local places like Salvatore’s, Leo’s, Vernon’s and The Chop House. He also looked forward to going to Squaw Creek.

Jack was a devoted fan of The Ohio State Buckeyes and Cleveland Cavaliers. He also enjoyed watching old movies in his free time.

A father figure to many, Jack lived his life to the fullest, enjoyed the company of others and was a great conversationalist.

Jack was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Mary Ann Kapp; and two sisters, Sally Cykon and Judy Kapp.

Jack will be remembered by his sister, Linda Venetti; and three children, Cynthia A. Como of Warren, David A. Kapp of Poland and Eric M. Kapp (Mary) of Howland and Canton. He also leaves behind a granddaughter, Emily A. Kapp of Chicago; stepgrandchildren, Joey (Rachel) Forchione of Richmond, Virginia, Tony (Brie) Forchione of North Canton, Vinny Forchione of Vancouver, Washington, and Anna Forchione of Columbus; and stepgreat-grandchildren, Crawford, Carter and Noah.

Family and friends may visit and pay tribute to Jack from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, Nov. 15, 2024, at the Peter Rossi & Son Memorial Chapel, 1884 North Road NE, Warren, OH 44483.

Additional calling hours will be 11 a.m. to noon, with a funeral service beginning at noon, Saturday, Nov. 16, 2024, at the funeral home.

Burial will follow services in Champion Township Cemetery.

Family and friends may visit www.peterrossiandsonfh.com to view his obituary, sign the guestbook and send condolences to the Kapp family.

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