KOCH,
John "Jack" Russell
In Loving Memory - John "Jack" Russell Koch, 71, of Jupiter, FL, passed away peacefully at his home on Tuesday, March 1, 2016. Jack was born in Springfield, MA on July 17, 1944 to Dorothy and Russell Koch. He graduated from Classical High School in Springfield where he was an outstanding athlete who played on the baseball, hockey and football teams. He then attended Monmouth College in Illinois where he studied history and political science. Jack was a member of the Theta Chi Fraternity, played on the football team and graduated with a bachelor's degree. After graduation, he joined the United States Army and served in the 1st Battalion of the 6th Infantry during the Vietnam War, where he attained the rank of Sergeant. He received the Purple Heart Medal and a Bronze Star for his heroic service to his country. After his military service, Jack was employed by the Mobil Oil Corporation in sales. From there, he moved on to become a successful businessman operating multiple gas stations throughout Massachusetts and Connecticut. You would often find Jack on the links as he was an avid golfer. He enjoyed numerous outdoor activities which included sailing, fishing, hunting and snowmobiling. He and his wife spent their winters in Florida and their summers in the Southern Berkshires of Massachusetts. He also enjoyed cooking for his family and loved to grill. Jack leaves behind his wife, Barbara Heilman Koch; his three children, Amy Green and her husband Jake, Mindy Heilman and David Heilman; his two siblings, Robert and his wife Patricia Koch, Honey and her husband Jon Moore; his grandchild, Lucas Green and five nieces and nephews, Jon Jr., Heather, David, Nick and Courtney. He was preceded in death by his previous wife Carolyn Koch. A Celebration of Life Service will be held on March 19, 2016 at Jupiter First Church, 1475 Indian Creek Parkway, Jupiter. In lieu of flowers, please consider donations to Movies Making a Difference, (www.moviesmakingadifference.org). Online condolences may be made at www.aycockfuneralhomejupiter.com
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Published by The Palm Beach Post from Mar. 7 to Mar. 14, 2016.

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17 Entries

March 24, 2016

Dear Barbara, Just heard of Jacks passing. My heart goes out to you and your family.

We will keep him in our thoughts and prayers.

Sincerely,
Roger and Ann Marie Savage

Sunrise for you, Jack

Dennis Deegan

March 20, 2016

My deepest sympathy to family and friends and all who loved Jack Koch. He was a great Theta Chi fraternity brother; fun loving and kind. I connected with him again on Facebook after many years and it was like yesterday. We had many great conversations and I will miss him. God Bless his memory. RIP my friend. Dennis Deegan, Monmouth College Class of '66

March 19, 2016

So sad to here about Jack who was a wonderful person loved by his wife Barbara and the love Jack had for Barbara was so special they were a great team. Sending prayers and my heart to Barbara and the family. Janice Homewood Stuart, FL

Elaine Wise

March 18, 2016

Rest in Peace Jack. You will be missed but not forgotten.

Elaine Wise

Christine Snedaker

March 15, 2016

My heart goes out to Barbara & all their families. Jack & Barbara were a great team. Having lost my husband of 32 years almost 4 years ago, I can truly empathize with Barbara in her loss. Be assured that Jack & Frank are both in a better place waiting for us.

Scott and Elise Skare

March 13, 2016

We were shocked and saddened to receive this news. Our hearts go out to your family. Jack was a gracious friend and a true "man's man"; he will be sorely missed.

Karen & Alan Gundersen

March 10, 2016

Rest in peace, Jack. You will be missed by many. Our condolences to your family.

Connie McGinnis

March 8, 2016

Rest In Peace Jack.

March 8, 2016

In the short time that I have known John,I always enjoyed AND admired his genuine Kindness.
RIP John,you will be missed by many many friends.
Barbara,God Bless you.
Greg Boyajian

Dick Joseph

March 8, 2016

My sympathy on Jack's passing to the entire family. As a long time client and personal friend in Woodbury, Conn., I will miss his direct and compelling personality.

Eric Cox

March 8, 2016

I wish I could have known him longer in the few time I was with him I had and enjoyed our conversations together he was a great man and I will miss him. May God strengthen the family in these time.
Eric and Yadi Cox

Annie Marie Delgado

March 8, 2016

So so sorry for your loss Barbara. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May God Bless you all.... RIP Jack

Harrison Hine

March 7, 2016

On behalf of the entire Saturday Golf Group at Jupiter Country Club we want to express our sympathy on Jack's passing. Jack was one of the initial members of our group and always a joy to be around. He was also instrumental in the founding of the Northshore Golf Group at the club.
Harrison Hine

Bob Shangraw

March 6, 2016

My sincerest sympathy to Barbara and your families. Will miss chatting across the porch's at Otis.

Tony & Kim Sementelli

March 6, 2016

Our sincere condolences to Barbara & family. May the peace of Christ dwell in you richly. RIP Jack!

Arlene Monti

March 5, 2016

My deepest sympathy to Barb and Jack's entire family. He had a zest for life and lived it to the fullest. I am so grateful to have spent the last 3 weeks enjoying his cooking, awesome hospitality and stories of Mobil days during his midnight munchies. He will be missed by all those he helped on our Jusuru team also. God bless you, Jack. Love, Arlene Monti

March 5, 2016

Miss you so much Dad! As you would always say....Have a sparkling day! Oxoxox

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