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Keith A. Kochheiser

MARION: Keith A. Kochheiser, age 63, of Marion passed away on Tuesday, May 20, 2014, at 1:32 p.m. in the Ohio State University Medical Center East, Columbus.

He was born in Mansfield, Ohio on June 5, 1950 to the late Robert E. and Frances E. (Gross) Kochheiser. Keith served his country in the U.S.Navy from 1972-1978 during the Vietnam Conflict. He was an attorney in Marion County for over 30 years. Keith graduated Cum Laude in 1972 from Ashland University with a B.S.Degree and went on to obtain his Law Degree from Ohio Northern University in 1977. While in college, he was a member of Phi Kappa Psi Fraternity and a Phi Alpha Theta History Honorary. While working in Marion, Keith was a member of the Marion County Bar Association serving as President from 2000-2001, Ohio State Bar Association Executive Committee 1987-1990, Ohio Academy of Trial Lawyers, American Academy of Trial Lawyers, Former Fellow, American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers, Ohio Chapter. He also served as President of Marion City Council from 2000-2004. Keith has also been a member of the Marion Harding High School Football Athletic Booster Club for over 20 years and for many years played percussion for the Marion City Band. He loved, supported, and served his community and will be sadly missed by many family, friends, collegues, and community members.

Keith is survived by three daughters, Amber N. Steiner, Susan L. Rosebrough, and Lindsay M. (Tim) Harrison all of Marion, OH; 11 grandchildren; his girlfriend, Linda Bowen and her children, Linsey and James; an aunt, Margaret Hammett of Mansfield, OH; and a sister-in-law, Pauline Kochheiser of Mansfield, OH.

He was preceded in death by a brother, Bruce E. Kochheiser.

Friends may call at the Boyd-Born Funeral Home on Thursday, May 29, 2014, from 5-7 p.m. A memorial service will be held at the funeral home on Thursday at 7:00 p.m. Online condolences may be sent to the Kochheiser family at: www.boydbornfuneralhome.com

Published by Marion Star on May 25, 2014.
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Today I will be laying my dad to rest. I couldn't possiably say enough nice things to make it any easier. He was the greatest man I've ever known and I will miss him until I get to see him again one day. I love you dad.

susan rosebrough

May 29, 2014

We always had such good exchanges, Keith was a good man and member of downtown. He will be missed.

Carroll Neidhardt

May 28, 2014

I am deeply saddened to learn of Keith's passing. I have thought about him, and all of the employees in the office, many times since working there. Will never forget him...especially his laugh. Farewell, Keith.

Pam (Vance) Elkins

May 27, 2014

I am so sorry for your loss. Keith was a great person. He helped me out in a few legal matters. he will be greatly missed.

Annette Almendinger

May 25, 2014

To Keith's family: We are so sorry for your loss. Having worked with Keith for several years, I observed that he always had the highest regard for his clients and treated them with concern and respect. May his family, friends and acquaintances find solace that Keith will now be able to rest in peace.

Sandy and Bob Cramer

May 25, 2014

I am so very sorry for you loss, I will keep you all in my prayers.

Melinda Manley

May 25, 2014

To the family,
So sorry for your loss.
Keith will be missed by many people.

Jim, Sr. Forry

May 24, 2014

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