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Jean Koch Obituary

Jean M. Koch- Rochester, MN Jean Marie Koch, passed away on June 17th, 2025, at Seasons Hospice in Rochester, MN. Jean was born on January 27th, 1954, in Rochester, MN to Wesley (Bud) Baker and Elizabeth (Bette) Baker (Schoenfelder). Jean graduated from Mayo High School, in Rochester, MN in 1972. Jean was a model at Daytons in Rochester following graduation and proceeded to a career in the printing, publishing and sales arena, at several publishing companies in Rochester, MN. Jean loved to paint with watercolors and was an accomplished artist, resulting in array of beautiful paintings and a children's book, "Keep Your Eyes on the Prize", with her own illustrations. Jean Koch (Joe) is survived by her siblings, Joann Olson (Phil) of New York Mills, MN, Kathleen Brommer of San Diego, CA, Rose Mary Dobson (Michael) of Winona, MN William Baker (Michelle) of Millville, MN, Charles Baker of Rochester, MN, Russell Baker of Rochester, MN, Patricia King (Victor) of Marshall, TX. *In lieu of memorial gifts or flowers, please place a donation to the American Heart Association.

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Published by KIMT on Jul. 8, 2025.

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Maureen A Smick

July 10, 2025

I was fortunate to live next door to Jean in Rochester. She was a wonderful person inside and out. We would share conversations over the fence or at her kitchen table.
She always had a smile and a welcoming nature to her to join her in friendly talks.
I will miss her immensely. Until we meet again, thank you for being my friend.

American Heart Association

July 9, 2025

May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.

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