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Frederick R. Koch
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Frederick Koch Obituary
Frederick R. Koch, 87, of New Canaan, CT, passed away on March 23rd in peace surrounded by his loving family.
Fred had a contagious laugh that lit up a room and never missed an opportunity to make a toast and have a drink with friends and family.
He enjoyed many interests including traveling the world, tennis, golf, and being part of the New Canaan senior men's club for the past decade. Fred was also an avid diver and underwater photographer placing at the Nikon convention.
Fred joined the US Air Force and served his country for 8 years. He got his pilot's license and attained his dream of flying small aircrafts and helicopters.
Fred is survived by his wife Stephanie Koch of 41 years and was blessed with 5 children and 11 grandchildren. He is survived by his daughters Vicki Barbera (Tony), Michelle Koch DiPanni (Dave), Cassandra Koch (Anthony) and his sons Richard Koch (Janet) and predeceased by his son Michael Koch.
In addition he is survived by his grandchildren Gabby, Sophia, Mia, Frankie, Ryan, Lindsay, Cayla, Joey, Sean, Christina, and Dominic.
There was a private gathering for the immediate family and a celebration of life will be held at a later date in June.
Gifts in his memory may be made to Planet New Canaan, where trees will be planted locally in his beloved town.
https://planetnewcanaan.org
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