Kevin “KoKo” Scott Minnich, 63 of Fremont, OH, passed away after a brief illness on Thursday, July 27, 2023 at his home. He was born on April 25, 1960 in Toledo, OH to Neil Minnich and Betty (Haggerty) Havens. KoKo was a 1978 graduate of St. Joseph Catholic High School. KoKo retired after thirty-seven years in 2015 from Heinz Company. He enjoyed fishing, traveling, walking, gardening and was an avid sports fan, especially of the Cleveland Browns, Detroit Tigers and the Ohio State Buckeyes.
KoKo is survived by his wife of thirty-five years, Monica Heath; mother, Betty Havens; brother, Steven (Alison) Minnich, all of Fremont, OH; stepdaughters, Michelle Tyler, Fremont, OH, Rachael (Jon) Shockley, of Alabama; step siblings, Elizabeth (Larry) Lacumsky, Christine (Vjeko) Dedic, Willis Havens and many grandchildren and great grandchildren.
He is preceded in death by his father, Neil Minnich; stepfather, Karl Havens; grandparents, John and Sophie Haggerty; father and mother-in-law, Bill and Marvel Rose Hampsher.
Visitation will take place on Thursday, August 3,2023 from 2 to 7 pm at Wonderly Horvath Hanes Funeral Home and Crematory, 425 E. State St, Fremont, OH 43420.
Services will be held on Friday, August 4, 2023 at 10:30 am at the funeral home.
Burial will be at McGormley Cemetery.
Memorials can be made in his honor to American Cancer Society or St. Jude Children’s Hospital.
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Deb Giesler
Godspeed Koko! Hugs to Monica and the family.
Raquel Pena
Steve and Allie and family so sorry for your loss.
Jim and Sara Wagner
Our Sincere Condolences to the family ~
Brenda Warner
Monica, and Family, sending my condolences and deepest sympathies. KoKo was funny and and all around good guy. He was always quick with that awesome grin.He will be missed. Hugs and Prayers ❣️
Jim Horn
My deepest sympathies to Kevin’s family, and particularly Monica. Kevin worked at Heinz for a lot of years, and spent some of his later time in the Quality Department, where we worked together. I also ran into Kevin and Monica at some outside parties and the Strand. I always enjoyed his take on life. He was a good man and will be missed. Rest in eternal peace, brother.
Scuba and Karen
To the family and friends of KoKo you have our deepest sympathy.
Myrna Frederick
Monica,
I am so sorry to read of Koko’s death. DId not know him, but it is so hard for loved ones to deal with. Prayers and thoughts are with you at this difficult t time
Myrna Frederick.
Laura Sherman
Monica, Steve and Alison and all the family Joe and I are praying for all . KoKo may he be in peace and embraced by family and friends that have greeted him. We will meet again ❤
Diann Hamons
Steve, Ali and Family,I am very sorry for your Great Loss. Love and Prayers coming your way.
Carrie Beier
So sorry to hear about your loss ❤️
Jim Hufford
Ughhh.! So sad and sorry to see this Monica. My heart and prayers go out to you..
Mark Sultz
My Condolences to you Monica! He will be missed!!
Jayne Grine
We’re so sorry for your loss Monica and Dan and I send our prayers
Tiffany Bates
We had a lot of good times and laughs in the lab kevin…. rest well my friend….prayers and condolences to your family.
Laurie Weichel
I’m so very sorry for you Monica and your family. I hadn’t seen Kevin in a long time but any memories I have of him are good ones.
Rest in peace KoKo
Mary & Alan Stull
Betty and Family.
So so sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers for you.
Terry Bates and family
Our deepest condolences to Steve, Alison and family! Koko was always a joy to be around. It is so hard to see our love ones go, but remembering good times and knowing they are at peace can give you comfort.
Steve and Nancy Pfefferle
Prayers to all. Rest in peace Koko.
Kay Halbeisen
So sorry for your loss Monica. Remembering the good times with you and him at the Cleveland Football games season tickets. May he be at peace now.
Hugs and prayers!!
John and Brenda Havens
Praying for you Monica and the Minnich Family. I went to High School with Koko and always enjoyed seeing both of you around town. RIP dear friend!
Jim meyer
I went to grade school and I high school with koko. I also worked at Heinz with him. My condolences to you and Steve,
Sandy Struble Smith
Monica,
I am very sorry for your loss. I wish you peace and comfort in the days ahead.
Sandy Struble Smith
Frank Roope II
Monica, so sorry for your loss. KoKo was a fantastic person and a great privilege to work with. He will be missed. Continued prayers to you and the rest of the family.
Michelle Hilt
Monica and family,
Have good summer ‘88 memories with you and Kevin. Thanks for a lot of fun.
God bless your whole family.