Koch, Paul B. (1923-2020) fortified with the Sacraments of Holy Mother Church on Tuesday, December 22, 2020. Beloved husband of Margaret Challen Koch (nee Cody). Father of four: Kevin (Ada), Kathryn (Mark Arnold), Paul C., Caroline (Bob O’Connor). Grandfather of 11, great grandfather of four. Beloved by many nieces and nephews. Paul served in the US Army for the Pacific Theater during WWll. Paul had a long and successful career as an educator (Ed.D, Columbia University) for the Ferguson-Florissant School District. Burial Jefferson Barracks on January 11at 12:30 p.m. Memorial contributions to the St. Agatha Food Pantry930 Withinell St. Louis, MO 63118 appreciated KUTIS CITY SERVICE
As Assistant Superintendent of Personnel in the Ferguson-Florissant School District. Dr. Paul Koch demonstrated keen insight in hiring new teachers who possessed both a high degree of competence in their subject matter and a passion for teaching. As a result, many of these teachers were career teachers in the District, contributing significantly to its “glory days” during his tenure. I was one of those teachers. I am proud of my teaching career of 48 years in the District, and my longevity was largely due to the atmosphere created by such people as Dr. Koch during my “formative years” in the profession. I had the privilege to teach three of his four children with whom I still maintain friendships. My deepest sympathy to his family.
I am so sorry for your loss. I am grateful to have known such a lovely man. Always with a smile on his face. My love to the family.
Our condolences to you, Challen, and to your loved ones. May Paul Rest In Peace and may his memories be a blessing to you. Ed and Nilde
Sincere condolences on your loss. May he rest in peace. From the Keany family.
I offer condolences to the Koch family. I plan to have a Mass said for Paul and I pray that God will comfort the family during their time of sorrow. Much love from the Cody Family
I shall pray for the Koch family that God will comfort them during their time of sorrow. Much love and. God bless Anne. and. Family
My sincere condolences to Dr. Koch’s family. He was a wonderful teacher, I had him for English at Ferguson back in the 50’s He was also the sponsor of the Scoop Staff which published a bi monthly news letter. I enjoyed working with him and all the others on the paper. Those were fun times at Ferguson. Your husband, father and grandfather was a truly a nice person and a dedicated teacher.
I have never forgotten Mr, Koch who was my English teacher in Ferguson High school 1953-56 and his 10 words each day to memorize, learn the meaning and use in a sentence. I, to this day, thank him for project in learning. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family. May he rest in peace.
So sorry for your loss. Your family we’re great neighbors and we think of you often. With deepest sympathy, Jacquee Kampmeinert
Challen,
Just a note of sympathy for you and your family. I remember Paul as always treating me fairly.
Glad to see he lived a long and full life.
I am so sorry for your loss. While I never met Paul I enjoyed hearing you talk about him. He reminds me of my father who also had a Ed.D and a career in public education. Know you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Condolences to The Koch’s from a Cody side of the family tree. Please extend my love to Cousin Challen.
Melinda Alvord (daughter of Dale (Cody) Powell 1918 to 2006)
I’m so sorry for your loss. My deepest condolences goes to Koch’s family in this tough moments. I’m praying for you. R.I.P Mr.Paul