William Edward Koontz, veteran, Delmarva Power retiree

William Edward “Bill” Koontz, 82, of Pinehurst, N.C., passed away Wednesday, Jan. 8, 2025.

Bill was born Oct. 22, 1942, to the late Robert Lee and Aleine Mears Koontz. He was a proud U.S. Navy veteran with a heart for his community. After retiring from Delmarva Power and Light after 30 years of service, Bill moved to Pinehurst, N.C., in 2004, to be closer to his family.

A past president and former zone chair for the Pinehurst Lions Club, Bill worked hand in hand with his fellow Lions to make a positive impact on the community. Bill was also an active Pinehurst United Methodist Church member and sang in the church choir for many years. An avid University of Kentucky fan, Bill never missed a basketball or football game. He also enjoyed an occasional round of golf, fishing, and relaxing at home with a Western or James Dean film on television.

Bill’s greatest achievement in life was his family. He will forever be remembered as a beloved husband, father, and pop-pop.

Bill is survived by the love of his life and wife of 60 years, Susan Koontz, of Pinehurst; son, Bob Koontz and his wife Toni of Pinehurst; and granddaughter, Caroline Koontz of Pinehurst.

A funeral service will be held at 2 p.m., Tuesday, Jan, 14, at Pinehurst United Methodist Church with Pastor Jaben Largen officiating. The family will receive friends before the service from 12:30 to 2 p.m. A graveside service and burial will be held at 10 a.m., Friday, Jan. 17, at Redmen Cemetery, Dagsboro.

Please visit Mr. Koontz's Life Memorial webpage at watsonfh.com.