A MESSAGE FROM THE FAMILY

To share a story or memory during the Funeral Service CLICK HERE. To share a story or memory during the Graveside Service CLICK HERE. Thank you for all of your prayers, support, and love that has been extended to my family. I know we all loved him very much and each of you held a special place in his heart. He lived a full and happy life and is now at peace with the Lord. As we move forward in life, please remember to have fun, be a kid, love life to its fullest, laugh as much as possible, be kind to one another, and create memories that last a lifetime I know without a doubt this is how he would want each of us to carry on his memory.

OBITUARY

William Henry Koch

Name: Goodbody Mortuary
Address: San Diego, CA

27 August, 1937 – 2 June, 2023

IN THE CARE OF

Goodbody Mortuary

William Henry Koch, 85, of Chula Vista, California, passed away on June 2, 2023.

William was born on August 27, 1937 in Hammond, Indiana to John and Evelyn Koch After graduating from high school, he went on to serve 21 years in the United States Airforce as a Computer Programmer, retiring as a Master Sergeant in Colorado Springs, CO.

After his career in the Air Force, he went on to be a Volunteer Fire Fighter, EMT, and finally choose a career in security. He worked with a variety of companies with the last one being Homeland Security where he retired in San Diego.

After William retired, he spent his time volunteering at various activities with the Mission San Diego de Alcala. He would travel back to Hammond to visit his sisters and their families and get his case of White Castles. He enjoyed Friday night dinners eating at his favorite restaurants with his dear friends and family. William would also travel to away games to see his favorite football team, the San Diego Chargers. He loved both the Chargers and the San Diego Padres and would always be cheering them on and coaching from the sidelines, aka: his chair in front of the tv!

William was preceded in death by his parents John and Evelyn Koch, brother Jim Koch, and sister Rose Thomas. He is survived by his wife, Sandra Koch, his four sons William Koch Jr., Daniel Koch, Thomas Koch, John Koch, their daughter Misty Ann Suposs, and sister Sue Krazan. He leaves behind grandchildren and great grandchildren to cherish his memories.

A rosary service for William will be held Tuesday, June 20, 2023 from 1:00 PM to 1:30 PM at Mission Basilica San Diego de Alcala, 10818 San Diego Mission Road, San Diego, CA 92108. A funeral service will occur Tuesday, June 20, 2023 at 1:30 PM, 10818 San Diego Mission Road, San Diego, CA 92108. A graveside service will occur Wednesday, June 21, 2023 from 9:15 AM to 10:00 AM at Miramar National Cemetery, 5795 Nobel Dr, San Diego, CA 92122.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to K9 for Warriors (https://k9sforwarriors.org/) and/or Hope for Warriors (ttps://www.hopeforthewarriors.org/). Both organizations give back to our Veterans, which is near and dear to William’s heart.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.goodbodymortuary.com for the Koch family.