Mr. Koch was born at home on March 9, 1926 in Fremont, Waupaca County, Wisconsin. He then moved to Biloxi, Mississippi from Wisconsin in 1951.
Mr. Koch worked for WKRG in Mobile, Alabama and retired as Chief Engineer.
He was an active member of Grace Lutheran Church Senior Ministry
During his life he loved boating, gardening, and was a member of Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW).
He is preceded by his wife Irma Mallette Koch (passed away January 17th, 2001); parents Anna and Emil Koch; and sisters Ardyce Graham, Eunice Much
He is survived by his son Donald Arlan Koch; brother, David Koch; and sister Charlene Kolby. He is survived by his grandchild Karen and 1 great grandchild.
The visitation at the church starts at 9:00 with the service beginning at 10:00. After the service, which will take about 45 minutes, we will proceed to Bayview for the interment. The internment will be at around 11:15. And then we will head back to the church for the luncheon, which will start around 11:45.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you please donate to Grace Lutheran Church or their Senior Ministry (http://gracepensacola.org/aboutus/) BAYVIEW FISHER-POU CHAPEL is entrusted with arrangements. Condolences may be offered at www.bayviewfisher-pouchapel.com .
