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Debra Kocher Obituary
Born in Allentown, she was a daughter of Herbert E. Oswald of New Tripoli and Anna M. (Kiser) Neulin of Allentown.
Surviving in addition to her husband and parents are two daughters, Kelly L., wife of Rafal Mrozowski, and Kasey L., both at home; a twin sister, Donna M. Kulp of Slatington; a brother, Michael J. of Greentown; her stepmother, LaVerne M. Oswald; and her stepfather, Dennis L. Neulin.
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Memories and Condolences
for Debra Kocher
Jill, Mike, Taylor and Kristin Krause
January 22, 2013
Jim, Kasey and Kelly,
We are so sorry to hear of Deb's passing. She truly was a special person. I always looked forward to seeing her at Kasey's basketball practices, her smile would light up the gym. Your wife and mother has been and will continue to be an inspiration to many. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Tauber Family
January 22, 2013
Jim, Kelly, and Kasey - Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Deb was a very special person.
Verna Fisher
January 21, 2013
Dear Jim, Kelly, and Kasey,
I first met Debbie when I was a new student in 6th grade. She was one of the first to come up and introduce herself to me. Over the years her friendly smile and kind spirit followed her, and it was always a pleasant surprise to run into her. I am so sorry for your loss, but will pray that the Lord will shine his peace on your family at this very difficult time.
January 21, 2013
Dear Jim, Kelly & Kasey,
We are truly sorry for the loss of your lovely wife and wonderful mother. Our thoughts are prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Duke, Lisa, Shannon & Ryan Helm
Beth & Neil Weisbard
January 21, 2013
Jim,
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Please accept our deepest sympathies.
Eileen Reinert
January 20, 2013
Jim, I am so sorry to hear of Debs passing. You made a great couple and complimented each other tremendously. We will keep you and your family in our thoughts and prayers. Dwayne & Eileen (Snyder) Reinert
Maritch Family
January 20, 2013
Dear Jim, Kelly, Kasey, Anna, Herbert, Donna, and Michael:
The Maritch family extends deepest condolences on the loss of your beloved Debbie. She was truly a kind, giving, and inspirational person...likeable from the first time we met when she was the opposing coach at a softball game over ten years ago. From there, we ran into each other often on the softball fields and basketball courts in and around Parkland. And I have to say, it was much more fun having you all behind our team during the times I was fortunate enough to coach Kasey. Over the years, we enjoyed getting to know what wonderful people you are...down to earth, passionate, and thoughtful. We are honored to call you friends.
Your thoughtfullness stood out when Debbie's days on earth were winding down. You contacted friends and invited us into your home to say goodbye. How kind it was for you think of others during such a difficult time. I will miss Debbie terribly, especially her warm smile and easygoing nature. When I think of her, I will remember how she always thought of her family and friends first. Shine on Debbie, the world needs more people like you.
With Love,
Marie, Ken, Megan, Erin, and Sean
Vicky Lynott
January 19, 2013
Debbie was a vibrant woman who radiated warmth toward others. Her caring nature as wife and mother was evident in your home and stretched out into our neighborhood. She was the heartbeat of Guth's Station, always taking time to talk and connect neighbors to one another. I have many fond memories of Debbie , and each one includes that infectious smile. Jim ,Kelly and Kasey I am holding you in my thoughts, especially today, and beyond as you help one another.
Jean Fischl
January 19, 2013
Jim, Kelly, Kasey, and Anna,
God Bless you are in my prayers.
Jeannie Fischl
Brian,Wendy & Megan Filchner
January 19, 2013
Jim ,Kelly & Kasey,
Our deepest sympathy to your family in the loss of your wife & mother. She will be missed by all. she will be smiling down from above Just knowing how proud she is of her family. Best Wishes
Larry,Sandy, Natalie Rhine
January 19, 2013
Jim, Kelly and Kasey,
We are so sorry for your loss. Debbie was such a positive and inspirational leader for girls on the softball field and in life. What a blessing she was to all who knew her. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
The Rhine Family(Larry,Sandy and Natalie)
Donna Blose-Napier
January 18, 2013
Very Sorry for your lost. Prayers are with you and your family
Jon DeLong
January 18, 2013
My wife and I are so sorry to hear of Debbie's passing. I will always remember Debbie's competitive spirit and fire on the softball field when she played against us with EYA. And then coaching her briefly in women's ball. Not knowing of her illness, she fought the good fight, just as she did as a player. God Bless you and your family.
Leigh Steele Sr.
January 18, 2013
Debbie was one of the most inspiring individuals I ever had the pleasure of meeting. Her grace, quiet unassuming courage and grit, I will always remember and it inspired me. The Kocher family moved in across the street in 1989 two years after we did. It was a great place to live but it didn't become a neighborhood until they arrived. They hosted neighborhood picnics and organized neighborhood yard sales that streched from 309 to Cedar Crest Blvd. Neighbors like Jim and Deb are a God send and I'm sure glad he sent them to our neighborhood. May God guide Jim and the girls at this most difficult time.
January 18, 2013
Jim, Kelly and Kasey - Keeping all of you in our thoughts and prayers. Debbie was a great woman and we are glad to have met her on the softball field.
Shelley and Katie Ferry
Cindy Lawless
January 18, 2013
Jim,Kelly&Kasey, So sorry for your loss. In the short time I knew Deb it was apparent what a strong , kind, caring, loving & selfless person she was & we are all blessed to have known her.Our thoughts & prayers our with you & your family. Remember the good times & she will live forever in your hearts.
Elaine Gross-Sroudt
January 18, 2013
I am sorry about your loss.God bless you and the family
Mark & Donna Walsh
January 18, 2013
Our sincere sympathy to you Jim, Kelly,Kasey, Ann and the entire Kocher family. The memories we all have will live on forever. Deb was one of the happiest people I know. She always had a smile on her face. She fought this battle with so much dignity. A real inspiration to all of us. She is at peace now and free from pain May that comfort you in the days to come. Prayers to you all. May she be leading a softball game up above. With that special smile on her face.
Mark , Donna, Laura , Marko Walsh
January 18, 2013
Jim, Kelly and Kasey; You are in my thoughts, and prayers. My deepest sympathy to your family. May God bless you & keep you strong.
Barry Sottolano
January 18, 2013
So very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this most difficult time. God bless the Kocher family and may Deb rest in peace.
January 18, 2013
Jim and family,
Very sorry for your loss, my thoughts are with you.
Jeff Beil, Sr.
Lynn Knauss
January 18, 2013
So sorry to hear of Deb's passing. I got to know Deb and her sister Donna when they moved to our neighborhood on chestnut street. We went to Emmaus High School together. I am truly saddened to hear of her passing. Prayers go out to her family and loved ones. Rest in peace. Lynn Knauss(Schantzenbach)
Sue Remaley
January 17, 2013
So sorry to hear of the passing of Debbie. I worked with her at Laneco when she was fighting her first battle and she talked to me in great length about it. Sadly when Laneco closed we lost touched but I remember her strength and courage back then. She will never be gone, she will live on within your hearts everyday. RIP Debbie, may God greet you with opened arms.
January 17, 2013
Jim and girls,
Surely you're exhausted and it's hard to see past the tears right now. My hope for you all is that, in the days to come, you can celebrate Debbie's life. She was a remarkable person. Her quiet strength inspired so many people. Having her in your lives was a true gift. Every time you think of her you will unwrap another part of that gift. I hope it brings a smile to your face and her legacy becomes more precious each time you remember her. She will never be forgotten.
With Love,
Bruce, Carole & Tessa (and family)
Kerri Bach
January 17, 2013
Uncle Jim, Kelly and Kasey. Words can't express the sadness of losing aunt Deb. She will always be remembered and in our hearts. thank god she is finally at peace and will always be smiling down on the family. Lots of love Kerri and Sean.
Cindy (Breiner) Wilt
January 17, 2013
Jim, Kelly, and Kasey; I'm so sorry to hear of Deb's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Debbie was a wonderful person who will be dearly missed. My deepest sympathies to you.
Kris, Chris, Jordan and Sydney Stibitz
January 17, 2013
Jim, Kelly and Kasey
Debbie will always be in our thoughts and you in our prayers. Debbie, your loving smile will never be forgotten.
The McClary Family Shawn, Cindy, Haley and Madison
January 17, 2013
This earth has lost a beloved woman, but heaven has gained an angel....we are so fortunate to have met Deb being a part of the Cyclones family. You will be missed by many....rest in peace Deb, in the Lord's hands
January 17, 2013
Jim and family I am so sorry for your loss, I know this is a very difficult time for all of you, I pray for you to have the strength to make it through this. Cherish all the wonderful memories and hold them tight. Sending lots of Prayers for you all. God Bless, Cindy Romig
Shannon and Dave Edwards
January 17, 2013
Jimmy, Kelly, and Kasey, I'm sorry to hear about your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Tiffany Marshman
January 17, 2013
I met Deb through her famous yard sales, since my family lived across the street and would always participate. She was a hard worker and a fighter. She was always a pleasure to be around and so was her family. I hope they can take comfort in the fact that she is at peace now and no longer in pain. She will be missed by many...
Linda Saeger
January 17, 2013
Jim and girls I'm so sorry to learn of your loss, I hope the happy times will help you though the days, weeks,months and years a head. Know that my thoughts and prays are with you
Cindy Steele
January 17, 2013
Deb had a heart of gold and always willing to help others. She was a trooper till the end. She was the best neighbor anyone could have. She is in peace.
cynthia schantzenbach
January 17, 2013
jim, kelly, and kasey we will always remember the good times we had camping with all of you. may she be at peace now. love barry, cindy, lee, jess, and lil lee and the entire schnatzenbach family.
January 17, 2013
Jim Kelly and Kasey you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Tom Banotai
January 17, 2013
Deb's Family,
I too worked with Debbie at Laneco. in Dorneyville. Deb was one of the hardest working people I knew in the store, yet always made time for a little conversation. She always carried a big smile on her face regardless of how busy she might have been. Reading Debbie's obituary left me in a state of schock to see such a young and vibrant person I knew, leave us. I'll always remember the extra "employee touch" she gave all the seafood dinners she prepared for the employees. She was a wonderful person and will be missed by all. I didn't know of Deb's softball skills or contributions, but I could picture her out on the diamond having a blast teaching and coaching the kids. I offer my sincere condolances to Deb's family and may she rest in peace.
Sheila Burkert
January 17, 2013
So sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you and your family.
Katie Ferry
January 17, 2013
Kelly I'm so sorry for your loss. You're mom was a true inspiration. Just remember that you have a beautiful guardian angel looking over you every day. Stay strong kelly. Love you girl<3
Bobby & Dawn Barrett
January 17, 2013
Jimmy
We are sorry to hear about Debbie's passing. We are praying for your family.
Candice Danner
January 17, 2013
Jim, Kelly and Kasey,
Please know that the Danner family has you all in our prayers. We are here for you all. Deb will always be with us in spirit as we continue to support and cheer on our girls' at the Cyclones softball games. We will miss her dearly.
All our love and Blessings.
The Danner family,
Tom, Candice, Isaiah, Lydia, Caleb and Ethan
Katie Stinner
January 17, 2013
When I think of Deb, I always picture a smile, even in the last days. Deb was always so nice to me and I will never forget that. Love and prayers to all of the Kocher family
Ann (Kuhns) & Gary Dotterer
January 17, 2013
"Well done good and faithful servant." I know Debra gave of herself, through softball, to good causes and many fundraising events. Jim to you and your family we are so sorry..
Leigh Steele
January 17, 2013
Jim, Kelly, and Kasey,
I am so sorry for your loss. Deb was one of the nicest, most friendly people I have ever met. I am happy to have known her as long as I did. I will keep all of you in my thoughts and prayers.
January 17, 2013
Jim, Kelly and Kasey,
We are so sorry for your loss.Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Ken,Wendy,Brianna and Noah Mertz
Jerry Booths
January 17, 2013
Jim, Kelly, Kasey, and family. Deb is now at peace in Heaven. Your family will be in our thoughts and prayers. Deb was thoughtful, hardworking, and a great mother.
Emily Racoon
January 17, 2013
This break my heart. I wish for everyone in her family to stay strong.
Michele Bellesfield
January 17, 2013
Jim, Kelly & Kasey
We were very sorry to hear about Debbie's passing. She was an inspiration to many over the years, and it was our privilege to get to know her and her family thru softball. She will be greatly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Ty, Michele, & Madison Bellesfield
Elaine Gross -Stoudt
January 17, 2013
Jim and family I am sorry about your loss.God bless you
Orefield 2010 12u Fall Ball
Rich Moumblow
January 17, 2013
Deepest sympathy to the Kocher family. Deb was an inspiration to many and will truly be missed.
January 17, 2013
To the Kocher Family. Please accept our deepest condolences on the loss of such a wonderful person as Debbie. She coached our granddaughter for 3 years and, win or lose, she always had a big smile on her face. Treasure all the wonderful memories you have of Debbie and celebrate her life. She is now at peace and in the arms of the Angels.
Eleanor & Donald Snyder
Marylou Villalongo
January 17, 2013
Ann, iam so sorry for ur loss,my heart is hurting for u,i will say a special prayer so God will give u strenght.Debbie will be always in my heart.Thanku for raising such a great lady. love Marylou
marylou villalongo
January 17, 2013
Jim,Kelly,nKasey, my deepest sympathy goes out to youse.Debbie is a great lady,she is a true fighter...I will truely miss her..My prayers goes out to youse.love Marylou(lou)
Allison McPeek
January 17, 2013
Jim, Kelly and Kacey,
We are so very sorry for your loss and you will be in our thoughts and prayers.
The McPeek Family
Farewell
David J Bhaltazhar Esq
January 17, 2013
The Miller Family
January 17, 2013
Jim, Kelly and Kasey
We love you and we love Debbie. She will be in our hearts forever. May God grant you and your family peace and comfort at such a difficult time.
Rest easy now, Debbie. You fought with grace and dignity. You will be missed dearly.
Thoughts and prayers,
Jim, Becky, Dan and Jen Miller
Miranda Gunkle
January 17, 2013
Deb was a wonderful person
We will all miss her
She will never be forgotten
January 17, 2013
I am so very sorry for your loss. I hope you and the girls find peace and comfort in knowing that Deb's pain is now over.
Marie Fitpatrick
Vicki Wunderly
January 17, 2013
Dear Jim and girls,
I was so sorry to read of Debbie's passing. I worked with her for many years at Laneco. She was a wonderful and strong lady. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Eric Haas
January 17, 2013
Debbie was a special person who gave so much to the youth of the area. She was a great teacher and leader of young girls. It was an honor to work with her in the Parkland Softball League.
Mark and Kim Snyder
January 17, 2013
Jim, Kelly and Kasey
We are very sorry for your loss. Deb was a wonderful wife, mother and friend. We will miss her. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Rest in peace Deb.
Love Mark, Kim, Zach and Jess
Chris Redline
January 17, 2013
We will miss seeing you around the softball field. Rest in peace
Shawn Frederick-Beers
January 17, 2013
We are so sorry to hear of Debs' passing! She was always so upbeat and fun to talk to and be with. She helped me enjoy soccer. Our thoughts and prayers are w/ you and the girls at this sad time.
Jane Roche
January 17, 2013
To Debbie's entire family. Please except my sincere condolences over the loss of such a loving, warm hearted person. She fought the fight with true grace and dignity. May she rest in peace and her memories forever stay with us all.
Kim Bednar
January 17, 2013
To a wonderful woman! You will be greatly missed. Until we meet again..
Brenda Verneulen
January 17, 2013
So sorry to hear this, Jim. I will keep you in my prayers and ask for strength and love through these rough times for you and your family! Hold all the good menories in your heart, which can't be taken away from you.
The Reverend Doctor David Charles Smith
January 17, 2013
My deepest sympathy and Christian love to Jim, his daughters, and the entire family at this time of loss and grief. May the peace of the Risen Christ offer you comfort and hope in the difficult days ahead.
frank kocher
January 17, 2013
i will always miss you deb. you were always fun to be with and my children loved you very much. love you always.
Parker, Kari, Parker, Erik and Ian Lessel
January 17, 2013
Jim, Kelly and Kasey
While most of us will remember Debbie for her contributions to youth softball, our family will always be grateful for the help and inspiration she provided to our family during Kari's battle with breast cancer. Our thoughts and prayers will continue to be with you during this very difficult time.
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