Chapin, October 21, 2025
News Summary
Chapin, South Carolina mourns the loss of Mayor Albert “Al” R. Koon Jr., who passed away at 74 after entering hospice care. Serving since 2021, Koon’s commitment to the community and family will be remembered, along with funeral arrangements announced following his death. His name remains on the ballot for the upcoming election despite his passing.
Chapin, South Carolina – Chapin Mayor Albert “Al” R. Koon Jr. passed away on Friday, October 17, 2025, at the age of 74. Koon died at Lexington Medical Center after having recently entered hospice care just two days prior to his death.
Koon was born on July 23, 1951, to the late Albert Ray Sr. and Dorothy Stuart Koon. A lifelong resident of Chapin with ancestry tracing back eight generations, Koon was known for his deep faith and dedication to his family and community. He served as the mayor of Chapin since 2021 and had previously been a member of the town council. Koon was married to Susan Keating Koon for 52 years and was a proud father to two sons and four grandchildren.
The town of Chapin has expressed its deep condolences to the Koon family, describing the late mayor as a devoted husband, father, and a visionary leader whose legacy will live on in every corner of Chapin that he served.
Funeral arrangements have been announced following Koon’s passing. His body will lie in state at Chapin Town Hall on Monday, October 20, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. The Koon family will receive friends on the same day from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Funeral services are scheduled for Tuesday, October 21, at 11 a.m. at Mt. Horeb Lutheran Church, officiated by the Rev. Ron Philabaum, with burial to follow in the church cemetery.
The town has also thanked Whitaker Funeral Home for their care and support during this time. In addition to his role in local government, Koon was a retired engineer for South Carolina Electric & Gas (SCE&G) and had been preparing for re-election for his position as mayor on November 4, with his name still appearing on the ballot despite his recent passing. The town has stated that voting information about Koon will be posted at polling places, notifying voters that votes for him will not be counted. Other candidates running for mayor in the upcoming election include retired home builder Ron Colley and pastor Bill Mitchell.
Koon’s contributions to the Chapin community and his commitment to public service have left an indelible mark, and he will be remembered fondly by residents and local officials alike.
Funeral Details
- Body Lying in State: Monday, October 20, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at Chapin Town Hall
- Family Receiving Friends: Monday, October 20, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
- Funeral Services: Tuesday, October 21, at 11 a.m. at Mt. Horeb Lutheran Church
- Burial: Following the funeral service in the church cemetery
Election Information
Al Koon’s name will remain on the ballot for the mayoral election on November 4. Voting information will be provided at polling places regarding the counting of votes for Koon.
About Albert “Al” R. Koon Jr.
- Date of Birth: July 23, 1951
- Date of Passing: October 17, 2025
- Years of Service: Mayor since 2021
- Profession: Retired engineer at SCE&G
- Family: Married to Susan for 52 years, father of two sons, grandfather of four
Frequently Asked Questions
When did Chapin Mayor Al Koon Jr. pass away?
Chapin Mayor Albert “Al” R. Koon Jr. passed away on Friday, October 17, 2025.
What were the funeral arrangements for Al Koon?
Mayor Koon will lie in state at Chapin Town Hall on Monday, October 20, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. The Koon family will receive friends on the same day from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Funeral services are scheduled for Tuesday, October 21, at 11 a.m. at Mt. Horeb Lutheran Church, officiated by the Rev. Ron Philabaum. Burial will follow in the church cemetery after the funeral service.
What will happen to Al Koon’s name on the ballot?
Koon was preparing for re-election for his position as mayor on November 4, with his name still on the ballot despite his passing. The town stated that voting information about Koon will be posted at polling places, notifying voters that votes for Koon will not be counted.
Key Features of Al Koon’s Life and Service
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Date of Birth | July 23, 1951 |
| Date of Passing | October 17, 2025 |
| Time as Mayor | Since 2021 |
| Profession | Retired engineer for SCE&G |
| Marriage | Married to Susan Keating Koon for 52 years |
| Children | Two sons and four grandchildren |
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