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Wanda Koch Obituary
WANDA MARIE KOCH
April 13, 1940 ˜ January 31, 2025
Wanda M. Koch peacefully passed away on Jan. 31, 2025 in Vancouver , WA. Wanda was born in April of 1940 to Lydia and Oley Opheim. She attended Yoncalla High School. In 1957, she married Clarence E. Koch of Colorado. They shared 37 cherished years together. They were blessed with eight children, and nine grandchildren. Wanda was a notable artist, painter, photographer and family historian. Her adventurous spirit, determination and love are her legacy. She will be deeply missed by all. In lieu of flowers, a loving gift in her name to Shriner’s Hospital in Portland would be appreciated.
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Cherylyn McCalligan
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