Lawrence L. McKanna, 80 of Hilliard, Ohio; loving husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather went home to be with his Lord and Savior on May 15th, 2022. He was born on January 5th, 1942, in Lima, Ohio. Larry graduated from Bath High School and worked for Duff Truck Lines and Hancor, Inc. as a diesel mechanic and truck driver. He was a long-time member of St. Marks United Methodist Church in Lima, Ohio and Riverside United Methodist Church in Upper Arlington, Ohio where he served in many capacities over the years.
Larry adored his wife, Karen, of 61 years and loved his family dearly. He had a great sense of humor and touched the hearts of those who knew him. He enjoyed family trips to Hocking Hills, fishing with family and friends and coaching his children in sports but mostly coaching them in their lives. He will truly be missed.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Wayne and Colleen McKanna, and daughter Michelle Patel. He is survived by his wife, Karen, children Britt (Kari) McKanna, Sherri (Sam) Colachis, and son-in-law Sujyot Patel, grandchildren Kelly (Elliott) Larabee, Craig McKanna, Sam (Erin) Colachis, Akhil Patel, Matthew Colachis, Meera Patel, and great grandchildren Kaya and soon-to-be twin boys Larabee. He is also survived by his sisters Lana Bowsher, Ruth (Gary) Brooks, brother Richard (Deb) McKanna and many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
A memorial service will be held Saturday, June 4th, 2022, at Riverside United Methodist Church, 2701 Zollinger Rd., Upper Arlington, Ohio 43221. Family will receive guests at 10:30am with the service beginning at 11:00am. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to The American Cancer Society at cancer.org or call 800-227-2345, option 2.
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