Karla R Kiikka

Karla R. Kiikka, age 75 of Painesville, passed away July 24, 2024 at Tripoint Hospital. Born February 14, 1949 in Fairport Harbor, OH to Henry and Miriam (nee: Kytomaki) Kiikka, she had been a lifelong area resident. After graduating from Fairport Harding High School and Lake Erie College, Karla earned her teaching license and was a teacher with the Painesville City Schools for 30 years. Survivors include her longtime partner Michael Neroda of Painesville and various extended family including her cousin Diane Maki of Fairport, Kathy Hoyt of Mentor & Kevin Timms of Painesville, Saundra McCoid & Kevin Bucci, both of Pensylvania.. She was preceded in death by her parents. Donations are suggested in Karla's name to a feline or animal charity of your choice.