Obituary of John Kriner II

John Milton Kriner II 53, of State College, died Sunday, October 9, 2011, at Mount Nittany Medical Center. Born May 15, 1958, in Kingston, he was the son of John M. and Betta Hirko Kriner. He was a 1979 graduate of State College Area High School. He received certification from Centre Co. Vocational Technical School and Hiram G. Andrews Technical School. He was employed as a custodian by the State College Area School District. John was a member of Troop #339 Boy Scouts of America where he received many awards including the Eagle Scout with Gold Palm, Silver Beaver Award, Unit Commissioner, Honorary Camp Director, Wood Badge Beaver. He attended four BSA National Jamborees and served as a staff member for two years. He was a Vigil Honor Member of the Monaken Lodge, Order of the Arrow, and an Honorary member of PSU Alpha Phi Omega. John was a member of the Grace Lutheran Church where he served as an usher, greeter and was a member of Disciples Sunday School Class. He was also a Special Olympic silver, bronze, and gold medal winner in state competition swimming. Visitation will be from 5-8 p.m., Wednesday, October 12, 2011, at Koch Funeral Home, 2401 S. Atherton St., State College, PA. A Funeral Service will be at 11:00 A.M., Thursday, October 13, 2011, at the Grace Lutheran Church with the Rev. P. Stevens Lynn officiating. Burial will be in the Centre County Memorial Park. Memorial Contributions may be given to the Grace Lutheran Church, Building Fund, 205 S. Garner St., State College, PA 16801 or Juniata Valley Council, Boy Scouts of America (JVC-BSA), 9 Taylor Drive, Reedsville, PA 17084 or the charity of your choice. Arrangements are under the care of Koch Funeral Home, State College. Online condolences may be made at www.kochfuneralhome.com.