Gary Koch of Allentown passed away June 29, 2021 at the age of 78. Born June 13, 1943 in Allentown to the late Francis and Florence (Tosh) Koch, he was the youngest of 3. A 1961 graduate of Allentown High School, Gary went on to work as an auto parts sales manager at Smith & Peifly for 42 years; in his retirement he was a beloved Wegman's cashier for 18 years. Gary married his former wife, Shelley; they were blessed with 2 children.

Gary was preceded in death by his parents and 1 brother, Jack. He is survived by his son, Jeff (Mishele); daughter, Robin (Eric); brother, Barry (Susan); grandchildren, Brayden and Addison; nephew, Michael (Mandy); and lifelong friend, Shelley.

Services: A memorial service will be held on Friday, July 2, 2021 at 11:00AM at the Grandview Cemetery Mausoleum, 2735 Walbert Ave in Allentown; inurnment to immediately follow.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Gary's memory to Justice Rescue www.justice-rescue.com