John Edward Koniecko, age 71, of Alliance passed away suddenly at home on Friday, April 3, 2020.  John was born on November 15, 1948 in Canton Ohio to the late Alexander and Mary Koniecko.

John was a graduate of Minerva High School in 1966.  He graduated from Kent State University with a Bachelor's Degree in Education in 1970 and received his Master's Degree from Ashland University in 1991.  He was retired from the Canton City Schools after 35 years of service.

John is survived by two daughters: Beth (Brent) Ransom and Laura Koniecko; two sons: John and Michael Koniecko; grandchildren: Aiden, Lucas, and Brianna; brother, Ronald A Koniecko; and two sisters, Mary Ann Koniecko and Kathryn (Michael) Congrove.

In addition to his parents, John was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Betty Ann Koniecko.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00 am, Friday, July 10, 2020 at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church, 125 Carrollton Street North, Malvern OH, with Celebrant Fr. Victor Cinson.  All of the current social distancing and bilding occupancy rule will be observed.  Face masks will be available for those who desire them.  In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the St. Gabriel Catholic Church, 400 West High Street, PO Box 275, Minerva OH 44657.