John Edward Koch, Jr.

John Edward Koch, Jr., 64, of Bethlehem, died Tuesday, August 3 at New Eastwood Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center, Easton surrounded by his loving family.  Born in Bethlehem, he was the son of the late John Edward Koch, Sr. and the late Patricia (Donches) Osborne.

John proudly served his country as a Marine in the Vietnam War.  He had an Associate’s Degree in Criminal Justice and he was a computer programmer.  He had attended Rosemont Lutheran Church, Bethlehem.

Surviving is stepfather Charles Osborne of Walnutport; stepdaughter Heather Davis of Bethlehem; sisters Deanna Koch of Matamoras, Christine Heckman of Bath, and Heather wife of Charles McMorrow of Whitehall; grandsons Dallas Holmes and Kameron Thompson, both of Bethlehem; three nieces and four nephews.

Services are private and at the convenience of the family.  Boyko Funeral Home, 855 Lehigh Street; Allentown is entrusted with John’s arrangements.  Online condolences may be shared with the family at www.boykofuneralhome.com.

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