Fenton C. Koch
Fenton C. Koch, age 94, of Chesterland, passed away peacefully on May 23, 2024.
He was the son of Ernest and Arvilla Koch, of New Castle, Pa., and loving husband of Peggy (nee Minner) Koch.
Fenton is survived by his wife, Peggy, of 60 years; children, Jeff (Cathy), Matt (Shirley) and Kim; grandchildren, Nicole, Chloe and JR; and five great-grandchildren.
He was a long-time partner at High Temperature Systems, Inc., Active Chemical Systems, Inc., and Graphite Technology, Inc. in Chagrin Falls.
He graduated from New Castle High School in Pennsylvania in 1948, and from Youngstown State University, where he majored in mechanical engineering, in 1956. That year, he also was awarded the Henrick Ovesen Award for mechanical engineering, and the Henry Roemer Prize for Men for outstanding work in mechanical engineering.
A U.S. Navy veteran, Fenton served as a Hurricane Hunter in the VX4 Squadron from 1948 to 1952. It was one of his proudest achievements.
In retirement, Fenton played golf for many years and was a partner in BLM Properties.
Beyond anything else, Fenton loved spending time with the family he adored, and laughing with cherished friends across Geauga County.
A die-hard Cleveland Guardians fan, he rarely missed a game.
Fenton was a devoted husband, a proud and loving father and grandfather, and a kind and witty friend who lived life with gratitude for his many blessings. He once described himself as “the most contented” person he knew. His family is heartbroken to lose him and will miss him every day.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in memory of Fenton to Wounded Warrior Project.
Family will receive friends to pay tribute to and celebrate the life of Fenton at The DeJohn Funeral Home & Celebrations Center of Chesterland, 12811 Chillicothe Road, on Thursday, June 6, 2024, from 1-3 p.m. A Celebration of Life Service will immediately follow at 3 p.m. at the funeral home.
Online obituary and guestbook at www.DeJohnCares.com.
