Mr. Charles Downing “Chuck” Kincannon peacefully passed away on Sept. 22, 2025, at his home in Cape Charles. Chuck was born on March 8, 1942, in Louisa County, to Roy Kincannon and Mattie Downing Kincannon.
He is survived by his wife, Susan “Susie” Kincannon; his son, Steve Houchens (Lili); his daughter, Laurie Ball (Chris); his granddaughters, Ruby, Elliott, and Camille Houchens; his sisters, Katrine Crow, Linda Dawson, Cathy Barber, and Elaine Nipper; his brother, Darrell Stevens; his best friends, Wilson and Deana Cropp and their family; as well as beloved nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Chuck was preceded in death by his brothers, Bill Kincannon and Mark Kincannon; and his godson, Warner Cropp.
Chuck, Susie, family, and wonderful friends shared many memories in Cape Charles and Charlottesville.
Chuck’s early years were spent n Louisa County on Spring Valley Farm.
His high school years were in Melbourne, Fla. He returned to Virginia for college and made Charlottesville his home for the next 60 years.
Chuck was a real estate broker and developer with many successful projects both small and large across Virginia. He gave his time and resources to several charities and especially loved working with kids in the Pop Warner football league in Charlottesville.
Chuck loved the outdoors — boating, hunting, fishing, and motorcycling — his dogs, driving slow in his big SUVs, and was an avid fan of University of Virginia sports. Chuck’s “toys” were shared by all.
He celebrated accomplishments and passions of others and was especially proud of his granddaughters.
Chuck’s love for the Chesapeake Bay, the Eastern Shore, and the Tidewater area was in his blood. His grandfather served as a harbor boat inspector in Hampton Roads. Chuck and family became a part of the Cape Charles landscape, enjoying life on the bay, renovating houses, and making it his permanent residence in 2018.
On Saturday, Oct. 25, the family will celebrate Chuck in a private gathering. A reception for friends and family will follow at 3 p.m. at 3 Madison Ave. A celebration will also be in Charlottesville in November.
Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.doughtyfuneralhome.com
Arrangements were made by Doughty Funeral Home in Exmore.
