James "Otto" Kasner, age 68, of Columbus, Ohio passed away Friday, January 21, 2022. He was born on January 7, 1954 in Akron, Ohio. Otto was a graduate of Kenmore High School Class of 1972 in Akron, Ohio. He was employed by InstantWhip. Otto loved trains, and he was a proud member of the Central Ohio Ntrak club. He was a huge OSU Buckeyes fan. Otto is proceeded in death by his parents Jerry and Phyllis (Wren) Kasner; Brother-in-Law, Joseph "Joe" Russo; and Son-in-Law, Robert "Bob" Knoebel Sr. He leaves behind his girls Laura Knoebel, Jennifer (Clint) Guyton, and Jessica Kasner; 13 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren; siblings Jay (Sharon) Kasner, Neal (Heather) Kasner, Lynn Kasner-Russo, and Terry Hatten; many nieces and nephews; and his beloved cats, Tornado and Midnite. Due to Covid, a Celebration of Life will be held at the convenience of the family at a later date. To express online condolences to the family please visit www.heartandhope.com.
