William "Will" Kanouse

April 22, 1981 - April 6, 2021

Will “Bub” Kanouse came into this world on April 22nd, 1981. He was born to Kathie (Shelton) Roach whom he adored and remained exceptionally close until the end. He was a grandpas boy from the start. They enjoyed many things, but gambling on pools of any kind was their favorite thing to do for years. The spots always read, “Bob and Will” on everything. You never saw one's name without the other. He was an Iron worker with Local #172 out of Columbus, Ohio. He was big on family and made sure to get together as often as possible. He loved being a Shelton (his grandfather Bob's name), he loved his granny and made it a priority to stop in and talk with her. He was bigger than life itself, he didn't sweat the small stuff in life. He loved to be out and about among all kinds of different folks. Socializing was just a part of him. Everyone he came across considered him a friend and a good guy. Will would do anything for anyone who asked. Vacationing at the beach every summer with his boys, his mom, and two sisters was something that he always looked forward too. He could walk into a room and instantly become the life of the party. He looked forward to the weekend and the days he had with his boys. There wasn't anything that even came close to him when it came to caring about his three boys. His proudest and best accomplishment in life was being a Dad. Will was a member of the AMVETS post #84 and the VFW post #8402. He loved the Cleveland Browns and the Buckeyes. He was always the jokester and had everyone around him laughing. He loved bluegrass and country music (the old kind), he sang out loud, out of tune, and danced around with no rhythm what so ever. That is how he invented the lawnmower and other dance moves. However, the lawnmower was known as Will's signature move! He was just a fun and easy going guy. Being around him made the day better. He lived everyday up till his last to the complete fullest. He was the best grandson, son, brother, and Daddy in the world! He was an awesome brother and had special and great bonds with both of his sisters. He was the only “man” in the house growing up with a mom and two sisters, so to him, that made him in charge. The three of us always let him think he was too. He was a wonderful grandson and cousin, which seemed more like a sibling, a nephew that was loved, and a friend that was hard to find like the kind that he was. Will made an impression not only on us, but everyone that he came into contact with. Will left this life on Tuesday April 6th, just two short weeks away from his 40th birthday. He left behind his three sons Dakota “Cada”, Nick “NickNick”, and Tyler “TyTy” who were his whole world. His mother Kathie Roach, two sisters Wendy Kanouse and Brandina Moore. His grandparents Bob and Ann Shelton, his mamaw Cathy Robinson. Three cousins Derek “Decon” Conley, Tabby Conley and Caitlyn “She Hen” Rieponhoff. Aunts and uncles Bobby and Cathy Shelton, Gus and Annette Conley, and Richard Roach. He left behind many friends, but the few whom he called his brother and best friends were: Ty (Buzzy) Hoover(Godfather), Zach “ Dicky” Hoover, J.D. Fugett, Nick Starkey, Vince “Vinnie” Wolford, and Dart Malone. There were a whole slew of folks who loved him. His death will be a big loss for those who knew him. The sun just won't be able to shine as bright without him in our lives. Bub, I love you and I'll never forget what you were to me. Being your big sister was a blessing and I loved every minute! Almost 40 years we've had and now it just won't be the same! I Love You! - Sis Family will receive friends Tuesday, April 13th at the Mayhew-Brown Funeral Home in Jackson, from 4-8pm. Funeral services are under the direction of the Mayhew-Brown Funeral Home.