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Billy was a member of the Virginia National Guard, the IUOE Local 147, and the Hampton Elks Lode Number 366. He was a member of Liberty Baptist Church for 63 years, serving as a teacher, Director of the Adult Department, Deacon for the Retirement Home, and Deacon Emeritus. He loved the Lord and gave willingly of his time and talents to the widows of the church. He retired from Lockwood Brothers in 2018 after 65 years of service and gave his time to mentor new operators.
A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, December 18, 2019 at Peninsula Funeral Home. The family will receive friends following the service until 12:30 p.m. Interment will be private.
In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to Animal Aid Society, 80 Butler Farm Road, Hampton, VA 23666.
Arrangements are being handled by Peninsula Funeral Home, 11144 Warwick Boulevard, Newport News, VA 23601.
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Rusty Carter
December 18, 2019
I had the pleasure of working with Mr. Koch for almost a decade and during that time we became good friends. Talk of work transitioned into family, hobbies, friends - essentially, work and friendship blended together and I am extremely thankful for it. I have memories which will last a lifetime and am grateful for his mentoring and friendship.
Becky Mosbrucker
December 17, 2019
Mr Koch was always such a delight to work with. I enjoyed meeting and working with him. Prayers for the family.
Teri Conner
December 17, 2019
Aunt Peggy and Linda, I just learned of Uncle Billy's passing. I am so very sorry. Our thoughts and prayers are with you right now. we love you. Teri & Tommy Conner, Shirley Crawford and family
Teri Conner
December 17, 2019
Aunt Peggy and Linda, I just learned of Uncle Billy's passing. I am so sorry. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We love you, Teri & Tommy Conner, Shirley Crawford and our family.
Marie Karika
December 17, 2019
Peggy... there are no words... please know you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers... if there is anything we can do please let us know... love you!!!!
HL and Marie Karika
Stephanie, Donn, Ashlyn and Austin Brockington and Jackie Gray
December 17, 2019
Peggy,
So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
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