Essie Jewel Kocher Obituary
With sadness, we share the passing of Essie Jewel Kocher of Fox, Arkansas. Essie, born on February 27, 1930, passed away on September 15, 2026. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Essie Jewel Kocher to pay them a last tribute.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Jack Murray and Dennie Murray; her husband Raymond Henry Kocher of Fox; her son Ronnie Kocher; her brothers, Marvin Murray, Gerald Murray and Freddie Murray; and her granddaughter Carla Kocher Barnett.
She is survived by: her children, Tim Kocher (Debbie), Benny Kocher (Kathy), Yvonne Watkins (Boyce) and Stacey Stubbs; her daughter-in-law Pat Kocher; her grandchildren, Jason Kocher (Michelle), Bradly Kocher, Jared Carlton (Mandy), Brandon Kocher, Shasta Kempson (Ty), Julie Chambers (Jack) and Bailey Stubbs; her stepgranddaughter Kandus Chandler (Jamie); and her close friend Marsha Ross. She is also survived by great grandchildren, great great grandchildren and many other relatives and friends.
Visitation will be held on Saturday, September 19th 2026 at 10:00 AM at the Fox Assembly of God Church (16574 AR-263, Fox, AR 72051). A memorial service will be held on Saturday, September 19th 2026 at 11:00 AM at the same location.
