Kenneth Avins

Kenneth "Pops" Avins, 76, of Massillon, Ohio, passed away on Saturday, June 17, 2023. Kenneth was born on May 19, 1947 to the late Earl and Bernice (Goodall) Avins.

Kenneth retired from Norton Environmental in 2012. He loved horses and was a barrel racer. He worked at stables where he took care of over 40 horses. He loved going to auctions and watching trains. Kenneth was always making people laugh, he would give the shirt off his back for someone in need. He cared deeply about those around him and always made sure they were kept safe.

Kenneth is survived by his daughter, Amber (Jim Abbuhl) Avins; grandchildren, Skyler Tanner and Jonathon Tanner; nieces, Diane Konesky and Michelle Clemons; and great-niece, Olivia Konesky.

Visitation will be from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm on Thursday, June 22, 2023 and from 11:00am to 12:00pm on Friday, June 23, 2023 at Paquelet & Arnold-Lynch Funeral Home. The Funeral Service will be at 12:00 pm on Friday. Cremation will follow.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Aultman Compassionate Care in Kenneth's memory.