CHRISTOPHER J. CAMP

CHRISTOPHER J. CAMP, age 53. Beloved husband of 27 years to Colette Kovach Camp; loving father of Nicolette Josephine, (or Pics as only her dad would call her) and Julian Alexander,  (Avon Eagles’ “Waterboy”); son of Mary (nee Molnar) brother of Jennifer Camp, nephew of Nancy (nee Molnar) & John Zahorec, Godfather to Brianne Reed. Chris was preceded in death by his father Marcus “Ray” Camp, maternal grandparents Julius & Josephine Molnar (nee Stobla) & paternal grandparents Marcus & Addie Camp (nee Wilkerson).

 

Chris was born on January 6, 1970 and is a 1988 graduate of Admiral King High School in Lorain. Next he graduated from the University of Akron, where he received a Bachelor's degree in Health & Physical Education, a Master’s degree in Sports Science along with a Master’s degree in Principalship K - 12. Chris went on to become a teacher at the Cleveland Metropolitan Schools from 1995-2000 and the Akron City Schools from 2000-2015. In addition to his teaching duties, he coached football over the years for Firestone, Kenmore, Fairview and Avon High Schools. Chris loved all things Cleveland, including the Browns, Indians, and Cavs. He instilled the love and passion for sports to his children, who are excelling in their own right.

 

Chris passed away January 24, 2023 of complications from heart surgery. The family would like to thank all those who supported them through this difficult time with a special thank you to the Cleveland Clinic Main Campus ICU Cardio & Thoracic nursing staffing.

 

The family will receive friends on Thursday, February 2, 2023 from 3-7 PM. at CHAMBERS FUNERAL HOME of NORTH OLMSTED, 29150 LORAIN RD. AT STEARNS. Funeral Mass Friday, February 3, St. Bernadette Church (2256 Clague Road, Westlake, OH 44145) at 11:00 AM. PLEASE MEET AT CHURCH. Interment will be held at Holy Cross Cemetery. In lieu of flowers contributions are suggested to the Camp Children’s Education Fund.