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Linda Bram
January 23, 2008
Another year has passed. As the saying goes..."Time heals all things." I hope you and my sister celebrated your birthday together. I remember her dieing on your birthday and how you where there for me some 25 years ago.
Colleen and Michaela judge dairy together. They both did a fantastic job in Fort Worth this month. I guess that is another generation of Krenek & Richter/Bram friendships forming.
Watch over your family and mine. I miss you!
Amber Koch
January 23, 2007
Sunday would have been your 52nd birthday... Me and Daddy went to your grave, and put some pretty roses on it for you.
I don't even have words anymore for how I feel. All I can do is cry.
Momma, I miss you so much...
AGNES O'DOWD-FAUCHEUX
January 22, 2006
THIS IS IN MEMORY OF LIZ MY WONDERFUL, ANIMAL LOVING COUSIN. SHE WAS ALWAYS CHASING AND FIXING THE ANIMALS AT THE FARM WHEN MY SIBLINGS STAYED ON HER FAMILIES FARM MANY SUMMERS. ALL THE FUN WE HAD PICKING COTTON ENDS AND WHO WAS GOING TO GET INTO THE TRAILER AND STOMP. WE TEASED EACH OTHER WHO WAS GOING TO HAVE THE MOST IN OUR COTTON SACKS AT 1CENT A POUND. I REMEMBER ALL THE SOFTBALL GAMES AND VOLLEYBALL GAMES IN THE FRONT OF THE HOUSE. EARLY MORNING MILKING THE COWS AND HIDING IN THE BARN. BUT MOST OF ALL THE TIME YOU GOT MAD AT YOUR MOM AND SHE GAVE YOU A STICK AND YOU TOOK IT AND SOME CLOTHES AND YOU TOOK OFF NEVER TO COME BACK AND YOU ONLY GOT AS FAR AS THE BIG OAK IN THE CURVE OF THE ROAD. YOU SAT THERE UNDER IT FOR ALONG TIME UNTIL YOU GOT HUNGRY AND BITZ AND I CAME AND GOT YA. THOSE MEMORIES ARE THE GREATEST. AS WE GREW OLDER THE TIMES I SPENT ON THE FARM BECAME FEWER. I'M SO GLAD YOU WERE IN MY WEDDING. I HOPE YOU ARE UP THERE WITH GRANDMA AND GRANDPA, AND YOUR MOM AND DAD ENJOYING AND LAUGHING ALOT AND YOU'RE PROBABLY HAVE THE VET CLINIC UP THERE TOO!!! YOU ARE SO MISSED PLEASE WATCH OVER US SO I CAN SEE YOU TOO SOME DAY
YOU ARE VERY MISSED BY ALL
LOVE YOUR COUSIN
AGGIE O'DOWD FAUCHEUX, SLIDELL, LOUISIANA
Margaret Zahn
January 21, 2006
Happy Birthday, Liz. I miss you very much and I know that you are in a better place with your Mom and Dad and Grandpa and Grandma. I am trying to take care of your daughter, Amber, the best that I can. We had a Mass for you at St. John's in Hungerford today. Richard and Amber were there. Love, Aunt Ninnie
Mary Lou Krenek
January 21, 2006
Today, you would have been 51 years old in your earthly life. Happy Birthday, Liz. I miss your love, compassion, friendship, and companionship. We spent much time together in our early life on the ranch in Egypt, Texas. We worked hard and played hard. Oh, those memories are wonderful. You had that free spirit and that golden, beautiful, blonde hair. We were together during the good times and the bad times; working in the fields in the summer and picking those pecans in the winter. We pretty much did everything together in those days. As time goes on, I will write more about you or leave that up to others to write. God Bless you until we meet again in God's heavenly kingdom where you are today with the angels and the saints. Love, your sister, Bitsey
Linda Bram
January 11, 2006
With your birthday approaching, it is hard to believe that you have been gone almost a year. Often, Michaela and I see people in the crowd that resemble you so we stop and think of you.
When we played our 9-10 year old All-Star tournament in Needville at the softball field, Michaela and I both cried. We knew you were there watching her pitch and me coach. People thought that something was wrong, but they understood after we told them about a great friend, coach, and softball player. You would be proud of Michaela and her pitching. She loves the game as much as you did.
I know it has been rough for Amber and Richard, but at least we know that you are watching over them. God Bless You!
Kristen Jones
July 16, 2005
My family has known Coach Koch for a very long time. My sister told me alot about her and when I saw her in action, she made me excited for athletics. She always had a warm smile on her face and a great story to tell. To her, even though she loved to win, if you didn't have fun in what you were doing then there was no point in doing it. Track was always eventful with her around. If you wanted to go to a track meet all you had to do was ask and you were on that list to get out of school early. I was her manager and she always had a blue chair and plenty of stop watches waiting for me at the finish line. She loved all of her kids as her own and we began to know her as our second mother. She gave us so much and there was really know way good enough to show our gratitude because she never expected it. She did it because she wanted and loved to.She taught us to always try your hardest and to never give up. I personally had a hard time with running my mile in junior high. All those saturday mornings when we had to go up to the track to run it again, she was there with her smiling face and her stop watch in hand. I feel very privileged to have met her and shared all of the truely awesome times. All of the athletic accomplishments made by the athletes of Needville High School are due in large part to the wisdom and encouragement given to us by her. I loved her like a part of my family. We all know for a fact that she is whatching us from above and not wanting all of this attention. Thank you for always being there when we needed you Coach. You taught us alot about everything and helped us through all the good and the bad times. We Love You!
Tina Gadway
July 14, 2005
I have been in athletics for 8 years now, and I never had a coach in high school or college quite like Coach Koch. She had a gift of happiness. YOu couldn't help but laugh and smile when you were around her :) Going into 7th grade I was intimidated of becoming an athlete. I was so worried about doing everything right & pleasing the coaches. She showed me that it was all about trying, learning, and most importantly having fun while you do it. In Middle School, I also had her for my 7th grade science class. We all looked forward to her class. We knew that we would learn some science...but a lot more about life.
When I went to high school, I was worried that I wouldn't see Coach Koch, Coach Smart and the others very much. I was wrong. Coach Koch was especially amazing about continuing to support us as athletes and friends. She was always there after our games, and one of the first ones on the track to come make sure we were ok.
I was in college when she became ill. I couldnt believe it. I remember one week I was told that things weren't looking good, and so i planned to come back to visit her. Well, about 5 miles out of Seguin, my car started to over heat & I was unable to make it. It was within the next two weeks that the passed away. This was very hard for me to hear. I was asked to come back and speak at the memorial service, but with college and track was unable to. To Mr. Koch and Amber, the things I would have said about your wife and mom at that service are that I am so thankful to have gotten to share so many times and memories with her. She was such a happy, encouraging, friendly, active woman whom I have a lot of respect for. I will never forget how every week shed come back with a new bruise from playing softball, or how she had the most laid back practices ever. I will never forget the encouragement she gave me when I ran track. I know that she will always be watching and smiling over you both and all of us. Thanks for sharing her with me the past 10 years.
John And Rose Stroud sr
June 29, 2005
Please accept our deepest sympathies.
Christine Hurta
June 2, 2005
Coach Koch was probably one of the most wonderful ladies i have ever met. She was also one the funniest. She could always put a smile on my face or make me laugh. I've also never seen anyone do as much as she did at once. She was kind of like super woman. Sometimes i really wondered how she pulled things off, but she always ended up making them happen somehow. In 8th grade she was my secret pal and i really don't think the gifts get much better than what she gave me. She didn't just give me a note and candy, she gave me things that i still have in my room today or still wear. On the last day of being secret pals when we got to meet each other, she gave me a crystal ball with dolphins around it because she knew that i loved dolphins. The funniest thing about that day is when she told me that she knew it was me. She said that on one of the notes i wrote her, i accidently signed my name, but she didn't want to ruin the fun so she acted like she didn't know. For some reason, i keep thinking she's still here and when i walk into the junior high gym or run at the track, i can still see her big smile and hear her words of encouragment.I'll never forget all the days when i was suppose to be tardy, she would tell Coach Kram that i was "helping her." She was a great coach. She never made us feel bad about ourselves and she never really yelled at us. She would just correct us and give us a pat on the back. She always made it fun, no matter what. At the sports banquet this year when they mentioned her name and said nice things about her, i could just picture her telling them to stop talking about her and to talk about someone else. She did so much, but i never once heard her complain. That is one thing i will never forget about her. She taught me to give without expecting anything back. I loved her very much and miss her, but i bet right now she is looking down at me telling me to stop talking about her. haha.
Mary Lou Krenek
May 30, 2005
Amber graduated Friday night with her Needville High School Class of 2005. You would have been very proud to see this wonderful occasion on the school football field. Some of your friends released some balloons in your memory. Those that I know attended were Richard, Aunt Ninnie, Mark, Bennie, Valerie, Uncle Tim, Aunt Phyllis and of course, yours truly. It was a poignant moment to stand near the track field where there are many memories of you. God bless all of the people in Needville, Texas who were so good to you and to help see Amber get to this pivotal event in life. You are with us always. Your loving sister, Bitsey
jenna crainer and sheyanne murphy
May 29, 2005
we have known coach koch since we started athletics in 7th grade, she may have not been our coach but she treated us with just as much respect as she did her own players!she always welcomed us with a big smile! we both had coach koch for volleyball in 8thgrade,and she was one of the greatest coaches we've ever had and we will never forget her,or her breakfast she always brought us, (especially her muffins!) when it came to basket ball she was just as great, she taught me everything i know! I told her I didnt want to play from the start but somehow she talked me into it and worked one on one with me till I was the best post on the team! haha which probably never happened but who knows!-sheyanne we will both miss her and never forget her and her keychains and tee-shirts! we will always wear our shirts she brought us from Las Vegas! We love you and will never forget you! Hope your watchin over us!
Marilyn Stavinoha
March 29, 2005
What stands out most in my mind about Liz is that she was genuine. There was no pretense with Liz. She liked you for "who" you were not "what" you were. She had a heart for service to others. I worked with Liz since 1998, and I was Amber's eighth grade English teacher. Liz was as proud of Amber as any mother could possibly be of her child. I loved to watch Liz's face when she or Amber was revealing some of Amber's antics. Liz was dedicated to not only her personal family, but her professional family as well. I miss my friend.
Linda Richter Bram
March 29, 2005
Amber and Richard,
It is hard to believe that Liz is gone. She was always so vital and energic. She touched my life 25 years ago when I first started teaching in Louise. She was a guiding force in my life at that time.
Amber, I can tell you all kinds of stories about Liz and I playing softball, going to football games, living together and just hanging out in our younger days. I will never forget our first trip to Egypt...I had no idea where we were..nor did I know that such a place existed. We always had road trips with friends like Serena, Lil. D, Nettie and Susie.
I still remember the day she introduced your dad to me. She was head over heals in love. Their wedding was one that I will never forget...cowboy boots and tennis shoes prevailed. A good time was had by all to say the least.
When you were born, her whole life changed. You were her crowning moment in life. I know that she is watching over you now and forever. She was always proud of you and all of your accomplishments.
I will never forget Liz, her laugh, her love, and her kindness. I'll always remember how much she loved her family --you, your dad, Aunt Margaret, Bitesy, her brothers and especially her mom and dad.
This world lost a fantastic friend, mother, wife, coach, and sister. Cherish the moments that you had with her and rejoice in her life. If there is one thing that I know, Liz is up in heaven filling everyone in on you and your dad.
Lisa Dibala
March 28, 2005
Liz, I will miss you! We coached together for 5 years. I knew nothing about coaching basketball when I started and you taught me so much. I always think back to some of our tournaments we went to. You made coaching fun. You showed the athletes it was about them and not always about winning. I am going to miss you driving the golf cart between the school and track and trying to run us over! You always stopped to talk and got caught by the bell! You were a great part of the Needville family.
Emmali Ragsdale
March 25, 2005
I met Coach Koch soon after I made B team basketball my 1st year of Junior High. I didnt understand her much or why she made us do the three-man passing drill over and over, but I got used to her just being her. She wasnt my coach then, but we practiced with her team in the morning. She would always bring her team breakfast in the morning. I got to know her a lot better in 8th grade. She was my volleyball coach. Then she brought us breakfast in the morning. I remember many times her telling us she would cut of 10 seconds off our mile. We would say in one big group,"Thank You Coach Koch" We grew to love her and got used to listening to her stories about trips she had taken. All one of us had to do was point at one of those key chains and there were plenty of stories behind just one. She was a great person, and many times, I wondered how she did it all. She left our school with out warning and Earth as well. Part of me is still waiting for her to return to school. It is just not the same with out her. I attended her funeral and learned how many people loved her as i stood in the back of the church she attended. I also went to her Memorial Service at the Junior High. I was a candle lighter and she was the flame. For some reason it was so hard for me to blow out that candle. I unexpectedly met her daughter, Amber, at a church function, Fear Factor. I saw many kids getting of a church bus, but she was the one who caught my eye. We drew teams and she was on my team. While standing around waiting for instruction, she asked me what grade I was in and if I knew her mom. "Yes, I knew her well. I am the girl who wrote in the story in the picture frame your family received." I said. "Aw." she said followed by a few molments of silence. "Ya'll didn't let her down. She loved ya'll." she said. I didnt think about it much then, but that night before sleep I thought about Coach Koch and Amber. Everyday I think about Coach Koch, and how much she changed my life, and still is. I miss her deeply, and I know many people do. I am certian I will meet Coach Koch again someday, and I will never have to say good-bye to her again.
Jo Ann Morton
March 24, 2005
Amber,
Your mother was a great co-worker to get to know. Of course I first got to know her when I had you in 3rd grade. We knew back then that you were a wonderful writer. I hope you carry on with that wonderful gift. Your mother was always so very proud of you. Every time I would see her, she would update me on all your poems, writing, and of all your travels. It's wonderful to remember how close the 2 of you were. As I'm writing this, I want you to know that I'm wearing the Easter shirt your mom had Deb paint for me. (Your mother and you gave me a shirt for every occasion in case you didn't remember.) I only get to wear them once a year, so they have really lasted! Be a good girl and grow up to be someone your mother would continue to be proud of. Lean on your father, I'm sure you will both get through the rough times together.
Love and God Bless,
Mrs. Morton
Vanessa, Brent, Chris & Colby Dannhaus
March 24, 2005
Having a son that is not a talkative person is hard to deal with sometimes. After telling Liz that Chris was going to be a quiet kid she looked him in the face on Open House night at the Junior High and said "Chris if you think I'm the type of person that is going to jump down your throat then think again BUDDY!! I treat ALL of my kids as if they were my own and I don't ever want you to feel like you can't talk to me about anything!!" From that day on she would e-mail me to let me know that they had a good visit that day. I appreciate the fact that Liz was very relaxed around the kids and the parents no matter what the situation was. At concession stand duty she never got excited about anything whether we were out of coke or needed more pizza, she would tell us to let her finish her nachos and then we will handle whatever needed to be taken care of. It was a TRUE blessing to have her as a teacher.
Mary Louise Krenek
March 22, 2005
God gave me one sister and that was Elizabeth (Liz) Krenek Koch. She was a most wonderful, gentle, and generous person. She was always there to support me. Never a person to say no, she gave her life in service to education, her church, and her community. You will be missed, Liz. We love you. God speed until we meet again.
Your sister,
"Bitsey"
Pam Demel
February 22, 2005
Mrs. Koch to me was not only a coach, but a friend as well. She was someone who I could always trust to talk to when she was my coach, and as I was friends with Amber as well. Not being an "athletic kid", I always had a hard time in P.E., and never felt good about myself in the gym, but she was always there to support and encourage me along the way...she was one of the most sincere and loving people I knew. She and her family and friends are all in my prayers.
Amber~
Your mom was one of the sweetest, most caring people I know. I’ll always remember all the concerts she took us to every year: Jingle Jam, Earth Day, and NSYNC every time they came to Houston. She did anything to put a smile on our faces, and now I know she’s smiling back down on you. Keep your head up high, and everything’s gonna be O.K. I’m here if you need me!
Dee Jean,Dickie,Blake,Rachel,Christine Hurta
February 22, 2005
Liz Koch had a heart as big as Texas for her students and athletes. She showed her love for them by bringing them goodies in the morning before practices and gifts when she went out of town. Always going above and beyond the normal duties of a teacher/coach. She taught so much more than science, basketball, volleyball and track. She touched so many lives with her kindness, compassion, and love. Though we are sad that she has passed we are greatful that we she was a part of our lives. Liz loved her family and our thoughts and prayers go out to you.
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