Dr. Ronald B. Koch

Ronald Koch, MD, 71, of Palm Beach, FL passed away peacefully after a courageous battle with brain cancer on Tuesday, May 30, 2017. Ronnie was born on September 11, 1945 in New York City to the late Herman and Marilyn Koch. He graduated from New York University and New York Medical College. Ronnie honorably served in the United States Air Force for two years and attained the rank of Major after which he moved to Palm Beach and practiced obstetrics and gynecology for the next 38 years at OB/GYN Associates of the Palm Beaches. His compassion and devotion to his patients was legendary along with his humorous demeanor. Ronnie will be fondly remembered by all those whom he came in contact with and whose lives he touched. He will be deeply missed by his family and friends. Ronnie is survived by the love of his life, his devoted wife of 46 years, Paulette (Wolff). He was the proud father to his son, Dana Koch, and his daughter Candice Koch Postel. Admired father in law of Jessica Koch and Geoffrey Postel. Ronnie was also an adored Poppy to his four granddaughters Cecilia, Alexis, Jillian, and Olivia. He is also survived by his brother, Lawrence Koch. Funeral services will be held on Friday, June 2nd at 11 am at Temple Emanu-El, 190 N. County Road, Palm Beach. Donations may be made to The Preston Robert Tisch Brain Tumor Center at Duke University, DUMC, Box 3624, Durham, NC 27710. Or online: www.tischbraintumorcenter.duke.edu/memorial-and-honor-gifts