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Mary KOCH

1949 - 2017

Mary KOCH obituary, 1949-2017, Mendota Heights, MN

BORN

1949

DIED

2017

Mary KOCH Obituary

Born March 24th, 1949 St. Paul, MN Mary E. Koch (Lorch) of Mesa AZ passed away suddenly on Sep 5th, 2017. Mary attended Holy Spirit Grade School and St. Joseph's Academy. Mary loved her job as a flight attendant for 28 years, most recently with American Airlines. She was full of life with many friends and was a joy to be around. Mary is preceded in death by her parents, Howard and Alice and her brother, Michael. Survived by David Koch; children, Edward and Molly and granddaughter, Keilea; siblings, Thomas (Sharen) Lorch, Susan (Kevin) Jensen, Stephen Lorch, Patricia (James) Quicksell, Anne (Paul) Welle; sisters-in-law, Janie (Bob) Grue and Kathie Choate and many nieces, nephews and cousins. She will be missed by all. Visitation 5-7 pm Sep 12 at Queen of Heaven Catholic Funeral Home, Mass of Christian Burial 11:00 am Sept. 13 at St. Timothy's Catholic Church, Mesa AZ.

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Published by Pioneer Press on Sep. 10, 2017.

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Elizabeth Karamouzis

September 2, 2020

Rest In Peace. You will be missed.

cheri carpenter-silva

September 2, 2020

My best friend and I do mean the best, for almost 30 years. Kind and most of all so funny and giving. I still miss her.

Annie Roberts

September 13, 2017

Mary was always such a pleasure. If she saw you in the airport, there was a big smile and greeting. So sad to hear this news. Many of us will miss her and her happy little face.

Darcia Wagner

September 12, 2017

Mary has been one of my favorite people to work with for over 25 years. She loved talking about her children and their father too. She brought joy , laughter and love to work.I will miss her always and remember her with love.

Lynn Albers

September 11, 2017

Mary was such a sweet, kind person and always had a smile for everyone. I am very happy that I had a chance to hang out with her recently on our Nashville trip. She was always fun to be around and brightened the day. I will miss her. My thoughts and prayers are with her family and friends

Barbara Cameron

September 11, 2017

Mary was a beautiful person and was always there to bring a smile to you, no matter what! I will always remember the fun times we shared studying for recurrent and after it was over, stopping for a cocktail. I miss you my dear friend and am sending prayers to all those you have touched with your big heart! May you Rest In Peace

Knock and the door will be open to you

Susan Spaur

September 11, 2017

Such a beautiful person, inside and out. Super kind and generous friend. I will miss her! Prayer balloons going up for Mary's friends and family.

Pam Mortensen

September 11, 2017

Mary was one of those special people that made you smile just thinking of her. I am so sad to learn of her passing and I offer my prayers and condolences to her family. Heaven just gained another beautiful angel. Rest in peace sweet Mary.

Cheri carpenter-silva

September 11, 2017

You light up my life!

cheri carpenter-silva

September 11, 2017

Jean said that if she could send her sticky buns to heaven, she would make dozens for you since we all know how much you loved them and exactly where you are right now.

September 10, 2017

You had a beautiful spirit you made me laugh we had really good times together you are truly good friend you will be sorely missed

Penelope Cichocki

September 10, 2017

I am heartbroken to have to say goodbye to you Mary. You were a genuine person in a little body with a huge presence, even larger heart, personality, and oh LORD that wicked laugh of yours..could make us all smile and giggle right along with you!❣You were a one of a kind and unreplacable. But what you've left behind that can't be taken away in your absence is our memories..lots and lots of Mary memories❣
Oh and Mary, you more than earned your wings flygirlLove you❤

Judy Kendall

September 10, 2017

Mary was a truly kind and gentle person. I will miss not seeing your sweet smile. May you Rest In Peace..

Barbara Warren

September 10, 2017

May you find Peace in Heaven. We will all miss you so much. Thank you for adding light to our lives.

Connie Irvine

September 10, 2017

Mary was actually the best person I've ever known. She never said anything bad about anyone; she was unfailingly kind to everyone. She will be missed so much!

Toni Tippit

September 10, 2017

I will miss your smile until I see you again. Thank you for being my friend. I love you Mary and I pray for comfort for your family.

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Sep

12

Visitation

5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Queen of Heaven Catholic Funeral Home

1562 E Baseline Rd, Mesa, AZ

Sep

13

Mass of Christian Burial

11:00 a.m.

St. Timothy's Catholic Church

1730 W Guadalupe Rd, Mesa, AZ

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