Gary J. Koch Obituary
With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Gary J. Koch of North Tonawanda, New York, who passed away on January 8, 2026 at the age of 78. 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 Gary J. Koch to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his brother Richard. He is survived by: his wife Susan Koch (Remenicky); his children, Tracy Polisoto (Jeff), Eric Koch (Katie) and Amy Koch; his grandchildren, Julia, Alex, Andrew Polisoto, Avery and Leah Koch; and his sisters, Ann McCoy (Bill), Cindy Zawieruszynski, Kathy Koch and Sue Elling (Rick). He is also survived by many loving nieces and nephews.
Visitation was held on Tuesday, January 13th 2026 from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Wattengel Funeral Home (533 Meadow Dr, North Tonawanda, NY 14120). A Mass of Christian burial was held on Wednesday, January 14th 2026 at 9:30 AM at the St. Christopher R. C. Church (2660 Niagara Falls Blvd, Tonawanda, NY 14150).
