James R. Koch

James R. Koch obituary

James R. Koch

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James Koch Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Kelso-Cornelius Funeral Home - Chambersburg on Feb. 18, 2026.
James R. Koch, 69, passed away February 16, 2026, after a long battle with cancer. He was born in Port Jefferson, Long Island, NY, on June 28, 1956, the 9th of 10 children of John W. and Catherine M. (Hatch) Koch.

James was predeceased by his parents; sister Karen Jacobi (Pat); brother Billy Koch (Suzie); brother John Koch (Gerri); nephew Paul Child; niece Patti Ann Holland (Marcus); brother-in-law Charlie Clark (Catherine); brother-in-law Dennis Vasquez (Patti).

He is survived by his husband of 34 years Richard Hughey, sisters; Catherine Ripple, Linda Weissen (Gary), Patti Vasquez, Susan Koch, Laurie Sergio (Mike), brother; Kevin Koch, and many loved nieces and nephews, and several cherished cousins.

James was most recently employed by Fastenal (Chambersburg) at JLG (Shippensburg). He enjoyed big family gatherings, and tolerated yard work and excessive Christmas decorating. He looked forward to Saturday morning coffee with neighbors.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in James' name may be made to Antietam Humane Society where we found our Zoey. https://antietamhumanesociety.org/donate/

A celebration of life will be held on June 27, 2026, at 1:00 PM, at the Zullinger Community Center, 4569 Buchanan Trail E, Waynesboro, PA 17268.

To plant trees in memory, please visit theĀ Sympathy Store.

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February 19, 2026

Curtis Huhn posted to the memorial.

February 19, 2026

Doris Davis posted to the memorial.

February 18, 2026

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Curtis Huhn

February 19, 2026

I am very sad to hear this today..Jim was pretty remarkable...I only know him thru Facebook and his Zoey, but he loved Zoey. His Christmas decorations were great...we would talk weather alot as we are both from Pa..different areas so we would compare our weather and forecasts...many dog stories...Very sorry for your loss Rich..Jim fought a hard battle..always positve..He will be missed. Blessings to all. Prayers to all.

Doris Davis

February 19, 2026

I will miss Jim on `Chinook & Friends“ he loved his Zoey. Wishing you peace and beautiful memories, Richard. Doris Davis

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Jun

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Celebration of Life

1:00 p.m.

Zullinger Community Center (Waynesboro)

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