Kansas City, Missouri
Dr. William J. "Bill" Koehler, 87, Kansas City, MO passed away June 23, 2007. Visitation will be from 9:0011:00 a.m. Wednesday, June 27, 2007 at Redemptorist Church, 3333 Broadway, Kansas City, MO, followed by Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 a.m. Interment will be at Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Redemptorist Church, National Parkinson's Foundation or to Kansas City Hospice. Bill was born October 25, 1919 in Kansas City, MO to Dr. William J. and Olive (Greenwell) Koehler. He was a graduate of Rockhurst High School in 1936, Alpha Delta Gamma, Rockhurst College in 1940 and the Kansas City Western Dental College. He was a member of the Delta Sigma Delta Fraternity and Omicron Kappa Upsilon. Bill served in the Navy Dental Reserve Corps and retired as Captain from the reserves where he served as the commanding officer. He also served during WWII in the South Pacific Fleet Marine Force and at Camp Pendleton during the Korean War and was a member of the Veteran's Dental Study Club. Bill was also a former board member of the KC Epileptic Association, a life member of the ADA, Missouri State Dental Association, Kansas City District Dental Society, former member of the Milburn Country Club, provided volunteer services for the Little Sisters of the Poor and the House of the Good Shepherd. He was the first male PTA President of St. Elizabeth School. Bill was preceded in death by his parents, siblings, Mary Catherine Koehler, John E. Koehler, Betty Ann Kopp and Vincent D. Koehler. Survivors include his loving wife and best friend of 62 years, Mary Jane Koehler; his children, Marilynn Wright-Hoover and husband Lynn Hoover, Kathleen Jacot and husband Andy, Kristine Koehler, Julie Koehler and Jay Koehler; grandchildren, Kim Owens, Christopher Gramlich, Brian Doyle and Julie Ryan Koehler; great grandchildren, Natalie, Ashley, and Abby Owens, Jenna, Christopher, Sam, Hank, Molly Gramlich; family friends George Kopp, Marieann Koehler, Anita MaLott and Tim Tripp; many nieces and nephews. Bill loved the time he spent at their Lake of the Ozark house and his favorite yearly Hawaiian vacation. (Arrangements: Muehlebach Funeral Home 816-444-2060 www.muehlebachchapel.com)
Read MoreDear Mary Jane and Family: I was so sorry to hear of the passing of Bill. On my many visits to Kansas City, I remember my meetings with the Koehler's at Parkway Towers. I know my Dad, Bernie, spoke fondly of Bill and Mary Jane on many occassions. Our prayers and thoughts are with you.
Frank and Jean Koehler
Frank Koehler
July 03, 2007 | Bourbonnais, IL
Kathleen, We are very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this very difficult time.
Love~ Jim and Evey Staffieri
Evey Staffieri
June 27, 2007 | KC, MO
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Many memories ... former Kansas City neighbors.
Patricia Wurst Cichy
June 27, 2007 | Scituate, RI
Kathleen and family I'm sorry for the loss of your Dad/Husband I pray you will find peace in knowing that he is now with Jesus in Heaven and not suffering anymore. I Love you guys.
Mandy Malm
June 26, 2007 | Raytown, MO
What a long career and interesting life of service to our country and profession! On behalf of the faculty and staff at UMKC School of Dentistry, our deepest sympathies. ~Dean Reed
Michael Reed
June 26, 2007 | KANSAS CITY, MO
Kathleen & Andy my prayers and thoughts are with you as you go thru this trying and very sad time,
Love you both much
Lou Darby
June 25, 2007 | MO
Dear Julie Your Dad was so lucky to have you. I am so sorry for your loss.
Gayle O'Connor
June 25, 2007
Dear Julie Your Dad was so lucky
to have you. I am very sorry for your loss.
Gayle O'Connor
June 25, 2007
Kathleen, Kristine and family - my heartfelt sympathy at the passing of your loved one. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Judy (Decker) Jedlicka
June 25, 2007 | Raytown, MO
