Joseph Skoch
Joseph Skoch, age 98, of Chardon Township, passed away peacefully at his home on June 25, 2025.
He was born on Dec. 24, 1926, in Cleveland, to the late Louise (nee Michalek) and Anthony Skoch.
A graduate of West Tech High School, Joseph proudly served his country in the U.S. Army. He later moved to Chardon with his beloved wife of 35 years, Helen (nee Holy).
A skilled carpenter, he was a dedicated member of Carpenter’s Union Local 435 and concluded his career working at the Perry Nuclear Power Plant.
Joseph was a devoted member of St. Mary Catholic Church in Chardon.
He found joy in many hobbies, including golfing, arts and crafts, and building model airplanes. As “Jolly Joe the Clown,” he brought smiles to many.
After traveling the world, he enjoyed simple pleasures like hunting for golf balls, growing tomatoes and using his talents to help his family and community. He was also a proud 40-gallon blood donor.
He is survived by his sons Gary (Pam) Skoch, of Munson Township, and Michael (Jane) Skoch, of Mentor; daughter-in-law, Marilyn Skoch; sister, Margaret Arthur; grandchildren, Kristen, Kevin, Joseph, Margaret (Anthony) Musso, Anne (Timothy) Johnson and William; and great-grandchildren, Cecilia Musso and Anna Skoch.
He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Helen; son William; and siblings, Anthony Sr., Louise Marie, Lillian Kent and Helen Hanslik.
Visitation will be held June 30, 2025, from 5-8 p.m., at Burr Funeral Home, 116 South St., Chardon. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place July 1, 2025, at 11 a.m., at St. Mary Catholic Church, 401 North St., Chardon, followed by interment at All Souls Cemetery, Chardon Township.
Arrangements are entrusted to Burr Funeral Home and Cremation Service. The family invites you to visit his obituary at www.burrservice.com to share memories, offer words of comfort and post condolences on his Tribute Wall.
