GERALD ANDREW KOCHA

GERALD KOCHA Obituary

GERALD ANDREW KOCHA Passed away suddenly at home, at the age of 66. Predeceased by his parents Epifany and Elizabeth Kocha (nee Lukij). He will be deeply missed by his brother Walter Kocha and sister-in-law Mary Packowski. Gerald had a tremendous love and affection for, and was adored by his three nieces: Christa, Katrinka and Ilyana Kocha. He graduated from Brock University and obtained an advanced degree in International Relations in Sweden. He had a wide range of experiences that included that of a Junior Officer in the Canadian Army, the military reserves subsequently and in immigration. He was a Licensed Private Investigator a trained Paralegal. He had a great love of learning, most recently completing a chef's course. He spent his latter years in security. He was a dedicated and unstinting caretaker for both of his parents in the last years of their lives. A funeral service will be held on Tuesday, October 13, 2015 at 10:30 a.m. at the Ukrainian Orthodox Church of St. Demetrius, 3338 Lakeshore Blvd. W., Toronto. Interment to follow at St. Volodymyr Ukrainian Cemetery, 1280 Dundas St. W., Oakville. Condolences may be made at www.cardinalfuneralhomes.com

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Published by Toronto Star from Oct. 10 to Oct. 11, 2015.

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Flora Kozma

November 3, 2015

Gerry always had some great stories to tell of his adventures. May he rest in peace.

Elaine Chalmers

November 3, 2015

I was very saddened to hear of the passing of Gerry. He was a kind and generous man and I really enjoyed his company. He was intelligent and always had an interesting take on the issues of the day. He will be missed. My condolences to his family and friends.

Sincerely,

Elaine Chalmers

Dennis Chalmers

November 3, 2015

I was very saddened to hear of Gerry's sudden passing. He was a friend of my sister Elaine, and we would see him frequently at our family gatherings. He helped me with a speeding ticket back in 2003 (I won). He was a good guy, and Kathy and I send out our deepest sympathies to the Kocha family.
Sincerely,
Dennis Chalmers

Ryan Dillow

October 27, 2015

I briefly worked with Gerry in Security and my condolences to his family

Daria & Mark Olynyk

October 13, 2015

We were saddened to hear of Gerry's too soon passing. We will always remember him as a a kind and thoughtful person who enjoyed his friends and a gentle laugh.

Don Nichol

October 11, 2015

The world is a sadder place now that Gerry is gone. He was a good friend, one of life's true originals, who will be sorely missed.

Lydia Kodak

October 10, 2015

Gerry was the best cousin to me, always taking care of me when I was in Toronto. He had a big heart and family was everything to him. Veechnaya pamyat Gerry. My deepest condolences to Walter and family.

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