Charles "Chuck" McDonough Jr.

Charles “Chuck” John McDonough Jr., 87, of Apple Valley, passed away Tuesday, December 22, 2020, at his home.

Charles was born on February 22, 1933, in Steubenville to Charles and Clara {Brownlee} McDonough.

He 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 September 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. Charles was a member of the East Knox Lions Club.  He loved fishing, tinkering around the house, and reading.  Charles always put his family first.

Charles 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; fourteen grandchildren; and ten great-grandchildren.

Chuck was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, and daughter Karen Martin.

Family may call Monday from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Roberts Funeral Home-Mount Vernon Chapel. Funeral services will follow at the funeral home with Pastor Bryan Wolf officiating. Burial will be private at Mount Vernon Memorial Gardens, where military rites will be held. Online tributes may be made at www.RobertsFuneralHome.com.   Memorial contributions may be made to East Knox Lions Club 18920 Nunda Road, Howard, Ohio 43028 .