Donna Joy Koches' Obituary
Donna J. Koches, age 95, passed away peacefully on February 18, 2026, in Muskegon, MI. She was born to William and Alta (Cover) Rensberger on April 8, 1930, in Walkerton, IN. Donna married the love of her life, Jack A. Koches, on September 11, 1948, in South Bend, IN. and they spent 71 wonderful years together. She enjoyed going on adventures with Jack in their airplane, teaching Sunday school and spending time with her family. Donna is survived in death by her children: John “Kim” (Patricia) Koches, Kathryn Koches; grandchildren: Christopher Koches, Kurt Koches, Jeffrey Koches, Kimberly (Jim) Hansen; 7 great grandchildren: Kara, Nathan, Sophia, Alivia, Karson, Kamden, Lilah. She was preceded in death by her parents: William and Alta Rensberger; brother: Alan Rensberger. The family will have a small private interment at a later date. Arrangements through The Lee Chapel of Sytsema Funeral and Cremation Services, 6291 Harvey St. Norton Shores, MI. Please consider signing the family’s online guestbook and share memories at https://sytsemafh.com
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