HOWARD – Charles “Chuck” John McDonough Jr., 87, of Apple Valley, passed away on Tuesday, Dec. 22, 2020, at his home. He was born on Feb. 22, 1933, in Steubenville, to Charles and Clara {Brownlee} McDonough.
Charles graduated from Catholic Central High School, then proudly served in the United States Marine Corps.
He married Ann Karns in the early ’80s. Ann passed away on Sept. 27, 2018.
Charles began his career in construction, then became an instructor at Drexel Thrash Ohio Laborers Training Center. He was a devout believer in Jesus and loved being around people. He was also a member of the East Knox Lions Club. He loved fishing, tinkering around the house and reading. Charles always put his family first.
He will be deeply missed by his children, Brian McDonough, Christy (Patrick) Culp, Sauni McDonough and Tammy Burkhead; step-children, Kristin (Greg) Smithberger, Cheryl Carson and Derek (Sarah) Carson; 14 grandchildren; and ten great-grandchildren.
Chuck was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, and a daughter, Karen Martin.
Calling hours were on Monday, Dec. 28, from 10 a.m. to noon at Roberts Funeral Home-Mount Vernon Chapel. Funeral services followed at the funeral home with Pastor Bryan Wolf officiating. Burial was private, in Mount Vernon Memorial Gardens, where military rites were performed.
Memorial contributions may be made to the East Knox Lions Club, 18920 Nunda Road, Howard, OH 43028.
Online tributes may be made at www.RobertsFuneralHome.com.
