of Paris, AR
February 16, 1926 - July 27, 2020
Henry J. Koch, 94, a resident of Paris, passed away Monday, July 27, 2020, at his home.
He was born February 16, 1926, in Paris to the late Mathias and Mary (Beshoner) Koch. Henry served in the United States Army during World War II. After his military service he spent his working years as the owner/operator of Koch Trucking. Henry was a devoted member of St. Joseph Catholic Church in Paris.
In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his wife of 63 years, Wilma Pauline (Gabbard) Koch; a daughter, Susan Loraine Koch, four brothters, Louis, Bob, Anton and George Koch and a sister, Pauline Brown.
Survivors include a son, Thomas Michael Koch of Paris; three daughters, JoAnn Aparicio of Caulksville, Kathy Davis of Caulksville and Karyn Elliott of Conway; thirteen grandchildren; numerous great grandchildren and great great grandchildren and two sisters, Rose Marie Tolbert of Booneville and Florence Mars of Fort Smith.
Rosary will be held at 6:00 p.m., Thursday, July 30, 2020, at Roller Funeral Home Chapel in Paris.
The funeral mass will be held at 10:00 a.m., Friday, July 31, 2020, at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Paris with Fr. Reginald Udouj, OSB officiating. We are complying with the Arkansas Department of Health guidelines and limiting indoor funeral and visitation attendance to 100 people at one time. All attendees must provide and wear their own masks before entering. Burial with military honors provided by the United States Army Honor Guard will follow in St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery in Paris under the direction of Roller Funeral Home in Paris.
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18 Condolence(s)
Ronald & Linda Miller
Wednesday, August 12, 2020
We extend our deepest sympathy to Henry's family; and, to our country which has lost a beloved World War 11 veteran. May God bless his family with peaceful thoughts and the strength to go forward. Ron & Linda Miller
Gloria Jeffries
Friday, July 31, 2020
So very sorry for your lost Henry was a good man hard working and honest he will be missed prayers for the family.
Crystal, Brian, Destin & Grayson Davis
Friday, July 31, 2020
Kathy sorry for your loss prayers for your whole family may he Rest In Peace.
Jim and Lori Pfeiffer
Thursday, July 30, 2020
So sorry for your loss our thoughts are with you.
Joyce Barnett & jr Barnett
Thursday, July 30, 2020
Are thoughts and prayers are with all the family so sorry for your loss
Wayne and Sandra Thomas
Wednesday, July 29, 2020
So sorry for the loss of Henry Koch. He was a decent, honest, and honorable man. He will be missed.
Rita
Wednesday, July 29, 2020
My prayers are with you, Karyn and your family. Love you and if there’s anything I can do let me know.
Shelia Wolfe
Wednesday, July 29, 2020
Kathy and family i am so sorry for your loss. Heaven i am sure is rejoicing at the arrival of this angel. May you receive comfort during this time of mourning. My love and prayers are with you.
Cindy phillips
Wednesday, July 29, 2020
I'm so sorry to hear of your dad passing may God comfort you all during this rough time I am praying and thinking about your family love you guys
Laken N
Tuesday, July 28, 2020
Sending prayers 🙠For the family and friends.
RIP😇
Laken N
Dylan Abel
Tuesday, July 28, 2020
I will always Love & miss you PaPa.
Rest In Peace 😇.
Your Grandson,
Dylan Abel
Genevieve Torres Zapata
Tuesday, July 28, 2020
My deepest condolences to the Koch Family on the loss of their precious patriarch.
Joyce Harvey
Tuesday, July 28, 2020
Prayers for you at this time!
Bob Parks
Tuesday, July 28, 2020
One of those Greatest Generation Guys.
Always a good honest hardworking man.
Sorry for your loss.
God bless.
Jennifer Mckee
Tuesday, July 28, 2020
Prayers for the family.
Tammy Finney Cameron
Tuesday, July 28, 2020
Gaila Corley Leal
Tuesday, July 28, 2020
So very sorry for your loss. Prayers for all. If you need me for ANYTHING call me
Taylor Smith and Family
Tuesday, July 28, 2020
We are all sorry for your loss. He was a great man. Blessings to your family.