of Caulksville, AR
October 13, 1956 - December 23, 2025
Ronnie Koch, 69, of Caulksville, Arkansas passed away on Tuesday, December 23, 2025 in Caulksville. He was born on October 13, 1956 in Paris, Arkansas to his parents, Edward John and Stella Marie (Schmitz) Koch.
Ronnie was a graduate of the Paris High School Class of 1975. Before finishing high school he started raising and buying cattle and not long after graduation he started working for Fort Smith Stockyards. Throughout his early years of farming he had a poultry farm but later shifted to a large cattle operation. In 1995 he purchased ownership into the County Line Sale Barn. After 28 years of owning and operating the sale barn he sold out in 2023 and continued to expand and tend to his cattle operation. Away from the farm, Ronnie was a loyal Arkansas Razorback fan, rarely missing an opportunity to cheer on the Hogs. However, nothing gave him greater joy than supporting his grandchildren with their sporting events and their 4-H and FFA livestock projects. He was a faithful member of the St. Joseph Catholic Church and Men's club in Paris.
In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by one brother, Bill Koch.
He is survived by his wife of 48 years, Joyce (Schluterman) Koch of Caulksville; one daughter, Rhonda Rhein and husband Mark of Caulksville; one son, Ron Koch of Caulksville; two grandchildren, Drake Rhein and Hensley Rhein of Caulksville; four sisters, Margie Benson of Nesbitt, Mississippi, Janie Klaeger of Subiaco, Carolyn Zimmer and husband Butch of Dardanelle and Barbara Forst and husband Gerald of Paris; one brother, Charlie Koch and wife Marilyn of Paris and numerous brothers and sisters in law, nieces, nephews and extended family members.
A rosary service will be held at 6:00 p.m., on Friday, December 26, 2025 at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Paris. The family will have a time of visitation immediately following the rosary beginning at 6:30 p.m..
A funeral mass will be held at 10:00 a.m., on Saturday, December 27, 2025 at St. Joseph Catholic Church officiated by Fr. Reginald Udouj OSB. Burial will follow in St. Joseph Cemetery under the direction of Roller Funeral Home in Paris.
Pallbearers will be Teddy Schluterman, Leon Schluterman, Gary Schluterman, Larry Schluterman, Joe Schluterman, Andy Schluterman, Dylan Lee and Tyler Young.
Honorary pallbearers will be Stevie King, Mick Randolph, Scott Liggett, Devin Robberson, Steve Titsworth, Dave Fallis, Kevin Shotzman and the St. Joseph Men's Club.
In lieu of flowers please make a contribution to the St. Joseph Catholic Church, 15 S. Spruce Street, Paris, AR 72855 or the County Line FFA, 12092 W. St. Hwy 22, Branch, AR 72928.
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38 Condolence(s)
Brandon Sing
Monday, December 29, 2025
Ronnie gave me my first opportunity to sell cattle as an auctioneer back in 2015. I’m forever grateful for that. I pray for the Lord’s peace upon the family.
Joe Patterson
Monday, December 29, 2025
So very sorry to hear of Ronnie's passing. He will always be a good freind of mine. May God bless Ronnie and his family.
Brandon Sing
Monday, December 29, 2025
Ronnie gave me my first opportunity to sell cattle as an auctioneer back in 2015. I’m forever grateful for that. I pray for the Lord’s peace upon the family.
Sandy Fox
Saturday, December 27, 2025
So sorry for your loss. Thought and prayers for you and kids.
Ron Featherston
Saturday, December 27, 2025
Joyce so sorry to hear Ronnie passed away will pray for you and family
Bert & Donna Wilson
Friday, December 26, 2025
So sorry. You are in our thoughts and prayers. God bless and comfort you.
Francis and Kim Frederick
Friday, December 26, 2025
Sorry to hear about Ronnie, he was always a hard worker and great person. Our thoughts and prayers are with you Joyce and family at this very difficult time.
jimmy @rhonda martin
Friday, December 26, 2025
sorry for your lloss he will be missed
Dylan, Morgan, Dalton, and Carsyn Farnam
Friday, December 26, 2025
Rhonda and family, we are so sorry to hear about your dad. He sure was a good one. Our thoughts and prayers are with you!
Dennis Hill
Friday, December 26, 2025
Joyce and family, sorry to hear about Ronnie, Stevie King informed me today. Glad I came back to Arkansas to Steve's and Katie's anniversary party and had a chance to visit with everyone and see cattle people that fed with us at Hill feedyard back in the day. Dennis Hill
Michael L. Schluterman
Friday, December 26, 2025
Joyce, So so Sorry for your LOSS!.
Ronnie was a hard charger and had a work ethic above & beyond. May Perpetual Light Shine Upon Him!
You and yours are in our thoughts and Prayers.
Mike & Linda
Diane Willman Patton
Friday, December 26, 2025
Joyce, I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you and your family. Rest in peace, Ronnie.
Bill Elsken
Friday, December 26, 2025
Sorry for your loss.
Matt & Debbie Koch
Friday, December 26, 2025
Joyce and Family, We are so sorry for your loss, and our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Matt & Debbie Koch
Bill and Debbie Mikles
Thursday, December 25, 2025
Joyce and family we are so saddened to hear of the loss of Ronnie. God Bless you and your Family.
Johnny Scrivner
Thursday, December 25, 2025
Sorry for your loss. Praying for the family.
Hermina Bridges
Thursday, December 25, 2025
Joyce and family, I am so so sorry for the loss of Ronnie! It breaks my heart that you have to go through this kind of pain. I know there are no words that takes the hurt away, but you are all in my thoughts and prayers and I pray God wraps you in his arms and helps you find comfort through this difficult time. I am here if you need anything. May he Rest in peace, love you all!
Paula McConnell
Thursday, December 25, 2025
To all the family, sending prayers and sympathy to you all during this difficult time. May the perpetual light shine upon him. God Bless… Paula McConnell
Richard Aparicio
Wednesday, December 24, 2025
My condolences to the family and friends of the family,he will be missed.
Mike and Dede Pettigrew
Wednesday, December 24, 2025
So sorry for your loss . Thoughts and prayers for family Mike Pettigrew
Asa, Alisha, and Evannah Green
Wednesday, December 24, 2025
We pray the Lord’s peace and strength over you all throughout this season and for years to come.
Vicky Walker
Wednesday, December 24, 2025
A great man gone to soon. My heart goes out to his family. He will be missed by many. Joyce, Rhonda and Ron, I am so sorry for your loss. God be with you.
LaDonna (Oxford) Holman
Wednesday, December 24, 2025
I am so sorry for your loss. May your family find peace and comfort.
David Willhite
Wednesday, December 24, 2025
Condolences and Prayers for the family.
Randy Edelhuber
Wednesday, December 24, 2025
Deepest sympathy to all the family. A tragic loss for all Logan county. God Bl
Henry and Toni Frederick
Wednesday, December 24, 2025
Joyce, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Ronnie was a super good guy! Praying for you and your family at this time. He will be missed.
Larry & Connie Sanders
Wednesday, December 24, 2025
Our hearts are broken for all. Please know our love & prayers will continue for families & friends.
Joseph Post
Wednesday, December 24, 2025
Please know that Ronnie and the welfare of his surviving family members will be lifted in our family’s daily prayer this season of advent.
Please accept our heart felt condolences during this most difficult time of loss of loved one grievance.
Pax Christi Vobiscum,
Debra Lynn & Joseph Post
Psalm 46: be still, and know I am God…
Kelley Reames
Wednesday, December 24, 2025
Donnie & I are saddened to hear of Ronnie’s passing. We both thought Ronnie to be a great man! Prayers to the family!
Kathy Castellane
Wednesday, December 24, 2025
Joyce I am so sorry for your loss. Prayers sent for you and your family.
Terry White
Wednesday, December 24, 2025
Prayers.
Dale & Lisa Welch
Wednesday, December 24, 2025
The world lost a great man this week. Ronnie will be sorely missed but we will never forget him or his legacy.
Ralph Jones
Wednesday, December 24, 2025
Paul John Frederick
Wednesday, December 24, 2025
Joyce and Family,
We are so sorry to hear of Ron's passing. You are all in our thoughts and prayers in this difficult time.
Paul and Melissa Frederick
Virginia Schneider Zeiler
Wednesday, December 24, 2025
So very sorry for your tremendous loss.
Lance Fox
Wednesday, December 24, 2025
Rest in peace. praying for you all
Susan E. Johnson
Wednesday, December 24, 2025
Our thoughts and prayers go with you Joyce, Ron and Rhonda at this very difficult time.
Hermina Bridges
Wednesday, December 24, 2025
Joyce and family, I am so so sorry for the loss of Ronnie! It breaks my heart that you have to go through this kind of pain. I know there are no words that takes the hurt away, but you are all in my thoughts and prayers and I pray God wraps you in his arms and helps you find comfort through this difficult time. I am here if you need anything. May he Rest in peace, love you all!