Gerald Robert "Jerry" Koch

January 22, 1936 - September 17, 2019

Gerald Robert "Jerry" Koch Obituary Jerry was born in Flasher, ND on January 22, 1936 and passed away in Spokane, WA on September 17, 2019 at the age of 83. He was preceded in death by his parents, Hilma and John Koch; one daughter, Deborah Koch; one step-daughter, Carol Snarski; two sisters, Lois Morehouse and Ardelle Dayton; four brothers, Norman, Dennis, Delwin and Bruce Koch. He worked from 1960 until his retirement in 1996 in the Union Sheet Metal Industry, enjoying his work immensely. His retirement years were very busy with family and many projects ? some finished, some not. He loved old cars and traveled to several museums to enjoy them. He also owned a few. Through the years, he enjoyed family and friends, building and remodeling, snowmobiling and motorcycles. Jerry is survived by his wife and friend Joan; brother, Glenn; daughter, Sharon; step-children, Doug, Diane and Bill; grandchildren, Amy (Charlie), Chris, Shanna, Devon (Brielle), Ryan and Christel; great-grandchildren, Amburly, Abby, Spencer, Gracen and Kawhi. At his request, a private family inurnment will be at a later date. The family suggests memorial contributions to the Union Gospel Mission or Hospice of Spokane.