Michael “Fro” Owen Criss, Sr., 67, of Mansfield, passed away Tuesday, June 14, 2022 at OhioHealth Mansfield. Born September 24, 1954 in Morgantown, West Virginia, he was the son of Dorsey and Ruby (Brown) Criss.
A dedicated worker, Mike drove semi-truck before starting his own business, Criss Coal, supplying wood and coal for the state of Ohio. He ran AA meetings where he was also a sponsor. Mike enjoyed hunting, fishing and being a true outdoorsman.
Mike was a good provider for his family and was always very involved in the lives of his children, grandchildren and great grandchildren.
He is survived by his children, Michael (Jayme) Criss, Jr., Kyle (Rhonda Chelski) Criss and Melissa (David Ramey) Criss; his grandchildren, Breanne Criss, Alaura Criss, Eathon Criss, Alyssa Criss and Nicole Criss; his great grandchildren, Gavin Criss, Freya Criss, Maddison Scherer, Chad Herron, Jr. and Lucas Criss; nieces and nephews, Matt (Sam) Criss and Michelle Criss; and many close friends.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his loving partner, Cathryn Branam; his brothers, Dale Criss and Steve Criss; and his half siblings, Clifford Criss, Ralph Criss and Wilma Wolfe.
A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.
Wappner Cremation Center is honored to serve the family.
Words of condolence may be expressed at www.wappner.com
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