Jerry Koch
August 18, 1919 - July 04, 2018
Visitation: Sunday 2-5 p.m. at Devlin Funeral Home, North Hills
Service: Monday 10 a.m. in St. Teresa of Avila Church
Jerry Koch, age 98, of McCandless Twp., went to his heavenly home on Wednesday, July 4, 2018. Devoted husband of 71 years to Marion (Kopp) Koch. He was born on August 18, 1919 to Julia Koch in Latrobe, PA; he had two sisters and three brothers, all deceased; he was the loving father of Gary A, Koch, who died suddenly two years ago, and Alan Koch (Tina); he was a proud grandfather to Gary D. Koch and Joseph Koch (Talula).
Jerry served four years in Merchant Marines during WWII. He was employed by the H.J. Heinz Company in various positions for 40 years. Jerry was a resident of the Haven of North Hills and was known for his sense of humor and singing. He and Marion enjoyed dancing every Saturday night until he was in his early 90’s. Marion would like to thank the staff of Gateway Hospice for the compassionate care of Jerry and herself.
Friends received Sunday, 2-5 p.m. at Devlin Funeral Home, INC., 806 Perry Hwy., North Hills. Mass of Christian Burial at St. Teresa of Avila Church, Monday 10 a.m.
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My deepest sympathy to you Marion and Allen. You were blessed to have him so long but I guess that makes the loss harder. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.
I’ll always have very fond memories of Mr. Koch. Always willing to chat, friendly, laughed easy. A good man. I’m sure he touched your lives in so many good ways and those happy memories will sustain you. I’m sorry I’ll miss the viewing, but please know that you’re in my thoughts and prayers.
Dear Alan, Tina and Mrs. Koch,
Please accept our sincere sympathy on the passing of your Father, Father-in-law, and Husband. We regret that we cannot express our sympathy in person at the funeral home because of a previous family commitment.
You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Paul and June