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Robert Koenig, M.D.
NEW BUFFALO, MI - Robert Koenig, M.D., 89 of New Buffalo, MI formerly of Valparaiso passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, March 20, 2019. He was born July 3, 1929 in Fort Wayne to Herbert and Edith (Lohman) Koenig. Robert graduated from Depauw University in Premed with high distinction owing special gratitude to his fraternity, Kappa Theta Pi, for character and personality development. He was also graduated with high distinction from Indiana University School of Medicine, interned in Residency in Philadelphia General as Chief of Staff, and then proudly served two years as Captain in the U.S. Army as Battalion Physician in Germany. Dr. Koenig's impact on the Valparaiso community will remain for decades to come having offered visionary and pragmatic insight as he: founded Glendale Medical Center in 1966 with five "Board Certified" physicians and ran that organization for 20 years, started the "Dollars for Scholars" program to aid needy children for tuition support, served as Chief of Staff at Porter Memorial Hospital, and president of Porter Memorial Medical Center, volunteered on the Valparaiso School Board for 20 years, sat on the Valparaiso University President's Council, and United Way Board, was instrumental with Mayor Butterfield in founding the Alumni Association for Valparaiso Schools, and was an active member of Immanuel Lutheran Church.
On August 29, 1958 he married Donna L. Read who preceded him in death in 1991, and was also preceded in death by his brothers, Richard and Donald and daughter–in-law, Jennifer. In 1993 Bob married Janet Wray Schollenberger who survives along with his children, Jamie (Dan) Rau, Lindsey (Peter) Allen and David Koenig, Janet's children, Heidi Schollenberger and Kari (Scott) Ray, grandchildren: Chance, Kayce, Anders, Sylvia, Read, Charley, Tommy, Will Robert, Morgan, Adam, Luke, Logan, Avery, Jillian, Janis, Cody and Casey, nine great-grandchildren, adopted son, Stefan Vibel the Chief Physician at a large Bavarian hospital and his children, Johannes and Sebastian and many loving nieces, nephews and friends.
A visitation will be held Thursday from 3:00-7:00 p.m. at MOELLER FUNERAL HOME, VALPARAISO. The funeral service will be held Friday 10:30 a.m. at Immanuel Lutheran Church, 1700 Monticello Park Dr., Valparaiso with burial following at Angelcrest Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to Dollars for Scholars.
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Beth Peters
April 1, 2019
What an amazing man. He delivered me and took care of my dad and mom (Sandor and Jane Szoke) for many, many years. My sincerest condolences to the family.
Jane Pinkerton
March 28, 2019
So many memories....I was very privileged to work alongside Dr. Koenig at P.M.H. ...first as a nurse aide then R.N. on Peds. Later, he spoke on my behalf as I became a school nurse & health services coordinator with Valpo Community Schools. He and Dr. Poncher played supportive roles as we formulated ground-breaking Emergency Protocols for schools in Porter County. That support continued as the VCS School Board approved the Employee Wellness Program. Words simply cannot express the appreciation I have held for his service to so many. May memories of his love be a comfort to all of his family!
Sue Howe
March 27, 2019
Condolences and prayers to the family. Dr Koenig delivered most of my family and cared for us until we were grown and moved away.
Marty Stritof
March 26, 2019
Peace and sympathy to the Koenig family. Dr. Koenig cared for our family from the early 1960's. Delivered both our children. A wonderful doctor and caring man.
March 26, 2019
So sorry for the loss of this exceptional kind doctor who delivered my youngest son December 22, 1993.
Don Maiers
March 26, 2019
My prayers and deepest sympathy for a wonderful family during this difficult time of loss.
scott Jessen
March 25, 2019
sorry to hear of the passing of a truly great Dr. and caring man. He was my Birth doctor on 1/14/1959. In the 1980's he delivered my three sons. GOD Bless his soul.
KENT ARMSTRONG
March 25, 2019
Dr. Koenig was our first family physician when we came to Valpo, in 1966. He was such a kind and compassionate man. I shall always remember his handshake, firm, but oh so soft. May he rest in peace. condolences to his family.
Ann McWhorter Klipstine
March 24, 2019
Jamie, I'm still at a loss of words about your father's death. I and my late husband, John, thought the world of him. He made every person he met feel special. I'll always remember when he would enter an exam room, he had this huge smile on his face and would ask: How's Miss Ann today?" May the love of friends give you comfort; may the love of our Lord give you Peace!! You and your family have my deepest, deepest sympathy. The Duchess
Ann McWhorter Klipstine
March 24, 2019
Jamie, I'm still at a loss of words about your father's death. I and my late husband, John, thought the world of him. He would always enter the room with a huge smile, shake my hand and ask: "How's Miss Ann today?" He made every person feel special! He was the best!! I'm asking our Lord to wrap His arms around you and give you His love. May the love of friends give you comfort; may the love of our Lord give you peace. You have my deepest, deepest sympathy!The Duchess
Priscilla Telschow
March 24, 2019
Dr. Koenig was such a good physician and went out of his way to help my family. Thank You so much!
Rosanne Robbins
March 24, 2019
Dr Koenig treated me and my family from the late 1960's until his retirement. He was a wonderful, compassionate and caring man. He is now surely at rest in Heavenly Paradise. May God bless him and his family.
John Dobbins
March 24, 2019
One of the best, if not THE BEST doctor, Valpo ever had. RIP Dr. Koenig. My condolences to the entire Koenig family.
Todd Lambert
March 24, 2019
What a great man.
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