Ernest Leroy Koch of Perryville, MD passed away with the love of his family on June 11, 2022 at the Harford Memorial Hospital. He was 81 and the beloved husband of the late Lola A. Koch.
Born in Marissa, IL to the late Ernest Juel and Wilma Virginia (Hewitt) Koch, he was the devoted father of Erin Juel Neal, Ethan J. Koch, Heather L. Koch and the late Allison Virginia Moon, grandfather of Kyle Potter, Casey Potter, Caroline Moon, Tessa Moon, Elijah Neal and Benjamin Neal; brother of Steven Koch (Nora) and the late Virginia “Delores” Kirkpatrick (Conrad), and the late William “Bill” Koch (Gladys). Mr. Koch is also survived by his adorable two cats.
Mr. Koch was a United States Army 82nd Airborne Veteran. After serving for his country, he worked as a CDL driver until retirement. He was an avid sports fan, supporting his favorite team the Cardinals and also his favorite football player Tom Brady. He loved his country and was enormously proud to have served his country.
A celebration of life will be held in Illinois for his family and friends.
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