Greene, Iowa
1947 - 2026
James J. Koch, 78, of Greene, Iowa, passed away at home on March 8, 2026, after a nearly two-year battle with pancreatic cancer, stubborn to the end.Jim was born July 27, 1947, in Mason City, Iowa, to Dean and Zae Koch. He graduated from Mason City High School in 1965 and served in the United...
Read MoreMy husband Bob enjoyed fishing the Shell Rock with Jim almost daily before Bob went in nursing home several years ago. Jim lived in Bob's grandmothers little house. I usually saw Jim at our local library. Good memories RIP Jim
Rita Barth
March 14, 2026 | Friend
We send Jim's family our deepest sympathy. I was the Records Clerk at MCFD and so enjoyed chatting with him during breaks in the dayroom, as we called it back then. I have often wondered where Jim was in his retirement as the last I knew, he was in Nora Springs, I believe if I am remembering correctly. Rest in Peace, friend.
Laura & Cliff Reublin
March 12, 2026 | Work
We will miss you Jim. Rest in peace.
Mary Lee-Anderson
March 12, 2026 | Clear Lake, IA | Friend
On behalf of the Mason City Professional Firefighters, Local 41, we are saddened to hear of the passing of Brother Koch. We pass along our sympathy to his family and friends.
Mason City Professional Firefighters
March 12, 2026