Robert E. Koch, 83, of Beaver Dam passed away on Wednesday, January 17, 2024 at U.W. Hospital in Madison, Wisconsin. Robert was born on March 1, 1940 the son of Edwin F. and Esther (Schoppe) Koch in the Town of Oak Grove, Wisconsin. He was a 1958 graduate of Beaver Dam High School. Bob proudlyContinue Reading
Robert E. Koch, 83, of Beaver Dam passed away on Wednesday, January 17, 2024 at U.W. Hospital in Madison, Wisconsin.
Robert was born on March 1, 1940 the son of Edwin F. and Esther (Schoppe) Koch in the Town of Oak Grove, Wisconsin. He was a 1958 graduate of Beaver Dam High School. Bob proudly served his country in the United States Army. On May 14, 1960, Bob was united in marriage with his high school sweetheart Lila M. Rhode at Zion Lutheran Church in Burnett. Together they shared 63 years of marriage.
Bob owned and operated A-1 Contractors from 1971 – 2005. He was a faithful and active member of St. Peter’s Ev. Lutheran Church in Oak Grove. Bob was also a member and past commander of the Beaver Dam American Legion Post #146. He served the Legion Post #146 in many ways and was especially proud to serve on the Military Honor Squad for many years. In October of 2022, Bob was proud to be on the Stars and Stripes Honor Flight. Bob was a man of great faith, was very proud of his loving family and enjoyed helping at his church and his community.
Bob will be deeply missed by his wife Lila; his daughters: Suzi (Todd) Gronholz of Beaver Dam and Cindy (Eric) Wegner of Oconomowoc; grandchildren: Mandy (Luke) VandeBerg, Bryan (Kim) Eberle, Justin (Maria Sobrido) Gronholz, Heather (Dan) Karow, Marlena (Colton) Banks, Maxwell Wegner, Manning Wegner and Kami Eberle; great grandchildren: Garrett, Viven, Dash, Harrison, Karsten, Elania, Taylor, and Eve; his sister Helen Kurtz of Beaver Dam; sister-in-law Betty Larson of Beaver Dam, and brother-in-law Jim (Jan) Rhode of Minnesota. He is further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents Edwin and Esther Koch, his in-laws Merlin and Edna Rhode, granddaughter Madeline Wegner, brothers-in-law: Lyle Kurtz, Jack Larson, Jerry “Gunnar” Rhode and Tom O’Brien and sister-in-law Barbara O’Brien.
A visitation for Bob will be held on Monday, January 22, 2024 from 9:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. at St. Peter’s Ev. Lutheran Church in Oak Grove. Beaver Dam American Legion Post #146 to pay their respects at 10:00 a.m. A funeral service will begin at 11:00 a.m. with Rev. Steven Mischke officiating. Interment will follow at Highland Memory Gardens in the Township of Trenton. Graveside Military Honors will be conducted by the Beaver Dam American Legion Post #146. Following the interment the family invites you to the Beaver Dam American Legion for a luncheon.
Memorials in Bob’s name may be directed to St. Peter’s Ev. Lutheran Church, N5180 Cty. Rd A, Juneau, WI 53039 or to the Beaver Dam American Legion Post #146 or a memorial of your choosing.
Timothy Kohl
left a message on January 30, 2024:
Mike Wissell
left a message on January 21, 2024:
As a member of the construction community, I was honored to work for Bob on several projects. Bob precision was evident in all of his projects.
Such a friendly, gentle guy, Bob will surely be missed, but our memories of him will live on. My sympathies to Lila and all of the family.
Tim OBrien Homes Family
left a message on January 21, 2024:
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Laurie Lunde
left a message on January 20, 2024:
I am sorry for your family’s loss. Bob was a very kind man with a great sense of humor! May you find comfort in the memories and love you shared in the difficult days ahead! My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Caroline Gilmore
left a message on January 20, 2024:
I know Bob from A-1 Contractors remodeling my home. He was very respectful, friendly, kind man . He will be missed! Also sending my sincere condolences to his wife and family! May our Lord Jesus be with you in this time of grief! Caroline Gilmore
Tom Kennedy
left a message on January 20, 2024:
So sorry Lila and family. Bob was a wonderful friend to know and works with over the years. He will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Karen Pfeffer
left a message on January 20, 2024:
Deepest sympathy goes out to you. What a wonderful man. I had the pleasure of working with Bob for various Veteran activities at the Beaver Dam Care Center where I was an Activity Director. He and his fellow vets made the veterans, families, guests and staff their day at the center very special. He helped me orchestrate the 1st 21 gun salute at the center, that brought goose bumps and grateful tears to everyone involved. Thank you Bob! May you rest in peace.
Todd
left a message on January 20, 2024:
My largest condolences to Lila. Bob, you made me laugh so many times, and you were there to honor my father at his funeral. May you find comfort in the knowledge of all those you've honored through the years.
Martin Sell
left a message on January 19, 2024:
With deep sadness, we say farewell to a longtime acquaintance and friend. A fair and honest businessman, a great carpenter, a solid friend, a model Christian at St. Peter's Congregation, and a staunch supporter of my architectural practice when I was new to Beaver Dam so many years ago. While you'll be missed by so many, in so many ways Bob, we know your life is endlessly better with your Savior now.
John Klinger
left a message on January 19, 2024:
My sincere sympathy to the Bob Koch family.
Bob was such a kind gentle guy. He will be missed deeply by his family and his many friends.
John Klinger
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Timothy Kohl
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Mike Wissell
left a message on January 21, 2024:
As a member of the construction community, I was honored to work for Bob on several projects. Bob precision was evident in all of his projects.
Such a friendly, gentle guy, Bob will surely be missed, but our memories of him will live on. My sympathies to Lila and all of the family.
Tim OBrien Homes Family
left a message on January 21, 2024:
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left a message on January 20, 2024:
Laurie Lunde
left a message on January 20, 2024:
I am sorry for your family’s loss. Bob was a very kind man with a great sense of humor! May you find comfort in the memories and love you shared in the difficult days ahead! My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Caroline Gilmore
left a message on January 20, 2024:
I know Bob from A-1 Contractors remodeling my home. He was very respectful, friendly, kind man . He will be missed! Also sending my sincere condolences to his wife and family! May our Lord Jesus be with you in this time of grief! Caroline Gilmore
Tom Kennedy
left a message on January 20, 2024:
So sorry Lila and family. Bob was a wonderful friend to know and works with over the years. He will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Karen Pfeffer
left a message on January 20, 2024:
Deepest sympathy goes out to you. What a wonderful man. I had the pleasure of working with Bob for various Veteran activities at the Beaver Dam Care Center where I was an Activity Director. He and his fellow vets made the veterans, families, guests and staff their day at the center very special. He helped me orchestrate the 1st 21 gun salute at the center, that brought goose bumps and grateful tears to everyone involved. Thank you Bob! May you rest in peace.
Todd
left a message on January 20, 2024:
My largest condolences to Lila. Bob, you made me laugh so many times, and you were there to honor my father at his funeral. May you find comfort in the knowledge of all those you've honored through the years.
Martin Sell
left a message on January 19, 2024:
With deep sadness, we say farewell to a longtime acquaintance and friend. A fair and honest businessman, a great carpenter, a solid friend, a model Christian at St. Peter's Congregation, and a staunch supporter of my architectural practice when I was new to Beaver Dam so many years ago. While you'll be missed by so many, in so many ways Bob, we know your life is endlessly better with your Savior now.
John Klinger
left a message on January 19, 2024:
My sincere sympathy to the Bob Koch family.
Bob was such a kind gentle guy. He will be missed deeply by his family and his many friends.
John Klinger
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