Rose Marie (Stefan) Koch
Rose Marie Koch, age 95, of West Gaylord Avenue, Shelby and formerly of Youngstown, died Monday, December 8, 2008 at the Heritage Care Center.
She was born on Christmas Eve, December 24, 1912 in Youngstown the daughter of the late Jacob and Eva (Dernia) Stefan. Rose graduated from St. Francis School of Nursing in New Castle, Pennsylvania as a registered nurse. She retired as the Director of Nurses from Youngstown Osteopathic Hospital. She was a member of Most Pure Heart of Mary Catholic Church in Shelby and was a former member of St. Columba Cathedral in Youngstown.
Rose is survived by her children: Lauralee and Clifford Mc Garvey of Shelby, Paul and Louella Koch of Hamilton, Ohio, Joseph and Judy Koch of Ft. Wayne, Indiana, and Robert Koch of Youngstown; 12 grandchildren, including Dr. Kevin and Tina Mc Garvey of Shelby; 13 great grandchildren; 1 great great grandson. She was preceded in death by her husband, Paul Koch in 1967, 3 brothers, Jacob, John, and Joseph Stefan, 4 sisters, Ann Schwager, Eva Miller, Mary May, Katherine May, and by 2 great grandchildren.
Friends may call on Wednesday, December 10, 2008 from 6-8 PM at the Turner Funeral Home, 168 West Main Street, Shelby where the rosary will be recited at 7:45 PM by the Daughters of Isabella. Mass of Christian Burial will be on Thursday, December 11, 2008 at 11:00 AM at Most Pure Heart of Mary Catholic Church. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery, Youngstown. Memorial expressions may be made to Most Pure Heart of Mary Catholic Church. The family would appreciate on-line condolences at
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Family_of: Rose Koch
Your_Name: Pat Keen
Date: 08-12-10
Condolence:
What a beautiful lady and I enjoyed her very much as we did
things together at Heritage Care Center during activity time.
She helped with the recycled greeting card bookmarks, table tents for the Red Cross and many, many other things that we did.
She had a sense of humor and I will miss her smile and a great lady. Pat Keen – Activities Asst.
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Family_of: Rose Marie Koch
Your_Name: Dr. William J. Lurie
Date: 08-12-10
Condolence:
My sympathy to all of you on the passing of one of the most well-liked and competent nurses that Youngstown Osteopathic Hospital ever had. I had the privilege to work with your mother for many years. She could always be counted on to do the best that could be done for all the patients.
Sincerely, Dr. William J. Lurie
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Family_of: Mrs. Rose Koch
Your_Name: Carol King Smith
Condolence:
Lauralee, I am very sorry to read about the death of your mother. She was always kind to me when we were in high school. Larry and I extend to you and your family our deepest sympathy.
Larry and Carol Smith
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Family_of: Rose Koch
Your_Name: Jodi Stewart and Char Bobola
Date: 08-12-11
Condolence:
We are sorry to hear about the loss of ‘Grandma Koch’. I have many happy memories of spending time at her house when I was a child. She is a sweet lady and you have our condolences.
Jodi and Char
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Family_of: Rose Koch
Your_Name: Nancy Hivner Young
Date: 08-12-15
Condolence:
Bob I was sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing. My sympathy goes out to you and to the rest of your family. You are all in my prayers.
Love Nancy and Jerry Young