Stephen R. Koch Obituary
The family of Stephen R. Koch (Axtell, Kansas) announces his passing on July 4, 2026. Stephen, born on September 16, 1949, is remembered by family, friends, and others who shared time and connection. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
He is survived by: his wife Joyce Murphy of Michael's Catholic Church; his children, Gale Buss (Scott) of Diller, NE, Adam Koch (Tonya) of Bonner Springs, KS, Clint Koch (Katie) of Linwood, KS, Dean Koch (Joni) of Axtell, KS, Jacqueline Koch (Chris Brady) of Bonner Springs, KS and Elizabeth Quick (Josh) of Tonganoxie, KS; his grandchildren, Travis, Margaret Eubanks, Kodi, Cash Koch, Henry, Hazel Koch, Wyatt, Lenny Koch, Remi Brady, Ella and Logan Quick; his siblings, Karen Buchele (Gayland) of Axtell, KS, Julie Meyer (Jim) of Axtell, KS, Dennis Koch (Jane) of Axtell, KS and Alan Koch (Emily) of Axtell, KS; and his in-laws, Donna Thoele, Stan Murphy (Cindy), George Murphy (Kathy), Nelda Appell (Glenn), Walter Murphy and Phillip Murphy.
A memorial fund has been established and will be designated at a later date. Memorial contributions may be sent in care of Axtell-Landreth Funeral Home, c/o Kinsley Mortuary, P.O. Box 147, Marysville, KS 66508.
