Frederick G. VanKoughnet

Fred VanKoughnet, age 87 of Toledo, Ohio passed away peacfully surrounded by his loving family and friends at St. Anne's Hospital. He was born in Toledo,Ohio to William and Mary (Cooper) Van Koughnet. Fred graduated from Central Catholic High School in 1956. He graduated from the University of Michigan in 1960 with a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering and later an MBA from the University of Toledo. As an officer Fred served both active and reserve duty in the U.S. Navy both stateside and in South America and Asia. 

Early in his professional life, Fred worked as an engineer for Jones & Henry and for the City of Toledo in the traffic division. Moving away from a traditional workplace he pursued several entrepreneurial ventures: rental properties, a green house and Markrite Products. 

But his true passions were Tennis and Gardening. He was a formidable opponent on the tennis court. Fred's garden featured not only unique veggies but the tastiest varieties. Fred remained a lifelong U of M sports fan especially football. Fred was well read and enjoyed engaging in conversations/discussions re current events and relevant world history. 

Fred is survived by his sisters Beth(Tom) Gettins and Chris (Gary) Grachek; sisters in law Terry VanKoughnet and Chris VanKoughnet and numerous nieces and nephews. Fred was preceded in death by his parents and brothers William (Terry) VanKoughnet and Lewis (Chris) VanKoughnet.

A memorial service will be held at a later date.