June Kline

June A. Kline June A. Kline, age 75, of North Lewisburg died Wednesday, January 18, 2012, at The Gables at Green Pastures with her family at her side following a short illness. A loving homemaker, June was a 1954 graduate of Massillon High School and attended The Ohio State University. She was a former 4-H advisor and loved reading and the comfort of her own home. She and her husband were fans of Elvis Presley and June served as president of the "Taking Care of Elvis in Ohio with Tender Loving Care" Fan Club. More than anything, she will be remembered as a loving and devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She was born June 26, 1936, in Massillon to the late Clifford and Evelyn Empfield Drake. She was preceded in death by 2 brothers, Bill and Donnie Drake. Survivors include her husband of nearly 56 years, Eugene "Gene" Kline, to whom she was married on April 29, 1956, in Massillon; her children, Doug Kline, Springfield; and Kim (Rod) Watkins and Kenny (Tami) Kline, each of East Liberty; 8 grandchildren, Clint Watkins, Shawna Watkins, Jason (Andrea) Keller, Jordan Keller, Jason Kline, Nikki Kline, Alexis Kline, and Doug Kline, Jr.; and several great-grandchildren, including Lexi, Aly, Aiden, Hudson, and Lahna. Following cremation, a graveside service will take place at Middleburg Cemetery at the convenience of the family. Mannasmith Funeral Home, 621 West Fifth St., Marysville, OH 43040 is assisting with arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital in care of the funeral home. Condolences may be expressed at www.mannasmithfuneralhome.com.