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George L. Koch

June 30, 1939 - September 11, 2024

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Obituary For George L. Koch

Age 85, passed peacefully surrounded by family on Wednesday, September 11, 2024, of Arlington.

Beloved husband of Elaine (Mendel) Koch; loving father of Jeffrey (Anita) Koch, Michelle (the late Mark) Amrhein, Steven (Diane Luick) Koch and Kimberly (Stephen) Perrotti; pap of 11 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren; brother of the late Audrey (Oscar) Diethorn and Fred (survived by Pat) Koch. Also survived by his nieces and cousins. George proudly served his country in the US Marine Corps for four years. He coached youth football, baseball, basketball and softball along with umpiring. Friends will be received at the John F. Slater Funeral Home, Inc., 412-881-4100, 4201 Brownsville Road, Brentwood 15227 on Sunday, September 22, 2024 from 6-8 p.m. and Monday, September 23, 2024 from 2-4 and 6-8 pm. Funeral prayer on Tuesday morning at 9:45. Mass of Christian Burial in Blessed Trinity Parish, St. Sylvester Church at 10:30.

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  • September 26, 2024

    Dear Mr Koch always had a smile and time to chat for a while! Will remember him as a staple at the Fort doing wonderful thing for the kids of the neighborhood! My condolences to his family.💔

  • September 17, 2024

    It's never easy to say goodbye, but we celebrate the incredible life of my beloved grandfather, George Koch. He was the epitome of a loving and supportive husband, a man of quiet strength and dedication. Pap was a role model for us all, showing us the true meaning of hard work and unconditional love. He raised four wonderful children who then went on to have families of their own, always guiding us with his wisdom and warmth. One of my favorite things about Pap was the way he called many of us "honey girl" with so much affection. His life was full of joy, and he truly did all the right things. He was incredibly smart and often the quiet observer, unless, of course, you got caught doing something you shouldn't have—then he'd make sure you knew it! Those beautiful blue eyes of his, always filled with warmth and love, even when he wasn't in the mood to smile for pictures, will be dearly missed. We find comfort in knowing that he enjoyed his life to the fullest. Rest in peace, Pap. Your legacy of love and quiet strength will live on in all of us. - Your Honey Girl Taylor

  • September 17, 2024

    Arlington lost another legend!! He always had an eye on us growing up. He seemed the happiest running around in the mud with a whistle around his neck! Thoughts to Mrs Koch Jeff, Stevie & the girls. If there's sports & it's raining where he's going he'll be just fine! Harry Patterson