William "Chuck" Koonse

William “Chuck” Koonse, 82, of Canfield, passed away Thursday morning at St. Elizabeth’s Hospital in Youngstown.

Born November 1, 1940 in Kennerdell, Pennsylvania, Chuck was the son of William and Clara (Fry) Koonse. Chuck was a graduate of South High School. He served his country in the United States Army, First Battle Group, Third Infantry. Chuck served in the Honor Guard for John F. Kennedy’s Inauguration in 1961.

Chuck earned the Boy Scout’s highest honor, the rank of Eagle for Troop 52. He was a member of Canfield United Methodist Church and he was a member of ELKS. Prior to retirement, Chuck worked as a general foreman at Commercial Intertech. He loved hunting, fishing, cycling and was an avid boater.

He is preceded in death by his parents.

He leaves to cherish his memory, his children Janel (Keith) Sletvold and William Koonse; his sisters Joyce (Bill) Glaros and Barbara (Edward) Kosiba; and his grandchildren Derek and Owen Sletvold.

The family will receive relatives and friends, Wednesday, April 26, from 2:00-4:00 PM at Canfield United Methodist Church. A funeral service will be held immediately following at 4:00 PM at the church. To share thoughts of sympathy, visit lanefuneralhomes.com.