Lyle Jack Koch

Lyle Jack Koch, age 78, passed away on August 26, 2020. He was born on July 7, 1942 to Elmer and Gertrude Koch in Waukesha, WI. He is survived by his soulmate of 41 years, Sandra (Williams); his children: Paula (Richie) Heinowski, Michael (Janice) Koch, Patty (Rick) Kinnard, Scott (Kim) Bischel, Sharyl Hall, and Andy Bischel; grandchildren: Justin (Theresa), Heather, Loretta, Jeannine (Glen), Richie Jr., Kyle, Gabrielle (Eric), Danielle (Jake), Kristi (Heath), Cassandra, Rachael, Stephanie, Lawrence, Logan, Ali, and Elizabeth; great grandchildren: Rebecca, Easton, Brynnleigh, Kinleigh, Tripp, Carter, Caleb, Kaylee, and Jadelynn; sisters: Bonnie Rowlett and Judy Wulf; sister-in-laws: Nancy Edwards, Mary Edwards, Judy Berard, Debbie Koch, Sally Koch, and Gloria Koch; brother-in-laws: Jim (Ginny) Williams, Larry (Liz) Williams, Bert Williams, Dave (Nancy) Williams, and Tim (Juli) Williams; his trusted companion Lilly; along with a massive family and just as many friends. He is preceded in death by his parents; mother and father-in-law, Bert and Dorothy Williams; his brothers: Raymond Koch, Dale Koch, and Peter Koch; grandson, Jeremie Bischel; brother-in-laws: Dick Edwards, Russ Edwards, and Wayne Berard; sister-in-law, Pat Williams. Lyle and Sandy met at a time when they needed each other the most and became each other’s soulmates. Lyle enjoyed karaoke, camping, dancing, telling stories, and deer hunting (back in the day). He made friends with everyone. He enjoyed spending winter’s in Florida and he enjoyed getting “haircuts.” He is an Army veteran, Legion member, and former Dousman Fire Department member. He retired from International Harvester (Navistar). In lieu of flowers, donations in Lyle’s name can be made out to the family. A Celebration of Lyle’s life is being planned for a later date.