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1935
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2024
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Fritz Koch Obituary
June 14, 1935 - November 27, 2024
Fritz Koch, 89, of Davenport, Iowa passed away on November 27, 2024 at the Carrissa C. Cook Hospice Home in Bettendorf, Iowa peacefully with his family by his side. Per his wishes, cremation rites have been accorded. A celebration of life event will take place in the spring of 2025 in the Davenport area.
Fritz was born in Aurich, Germany and came to the United States in 1958. He married Foline Niebuhr in 1958 and had two sons, Fred and Klaus that were raised in the Davenport area. Fritz and Foline just celebrated their 66th wedding anniversary this past year.
Fritz worked for John Deere in Davenport and retired in 1996. He was a welder and proud member of the United Automobile Aerospace and Agricultural Workers of America UAW Local 281. Fritz spent his retirement doing what he enjoyed most: being outdoors, hiking, hunting, and fishing. He also enjoyed traveling, spending time with family and friends, sitting on the back porch watching the wildlife, and following multiple soccer teams from around the world.
Fritz is survived by his wife Foline, his two sons, Fred and (spouse) Mary Koch of Mesa, Arizona, Klaus Koch of Western Springs, Illinois, and grandchildren Gunner Koch, Bridget Koch, and McKenna Koch.
Fritz was preceded in death by his daughter in-law Maribeth Koch.
The family would like to extend their gratitude for the love and care received from the nurses and staff at the Carrissa C. Cook Hospice Home and Genesis Hospice Care.
Condolences may be expressed at mvcremation.com.
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John Harry Honigmann
March 29, 2026
My parents and Fritz's family vacationing together were some fond memories...I haven't kept in touch..but will not forget those times
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Nancy Odvarko
December 14, 2024
Fritz was kind, a great story teller, fun to have a beer with, fish or hunt with. Fritz was ornery but in a good way, always made me laugh AND help save me when I fell through the ice while hunting! I can´t think of anything I didn´t like about Fritz! Thanks for the memories, RIP. My condolences to Foline and family. I pray your happy memories in time will replace the sadness that fills your heart today. Nancy Odvarko
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