Robert J. Koch, 78, of Lebanon, passed away Friday, July 24, 2026 at Cedar Haven Nursing Home. He was the husband of the late Vicki S. (Rothenberg) Koch.

Born in Lebanon, PA on June 25, 1948, he was a son of the late Frank and Catherine (Rimpf) Koch. Robert retired from Bayer Pharmaceuticals after many years of dedicated service. Outside of his career, he found great joy in music and tennis. A talented musician, he was a member of the band The Centurys during the 1960s. He was a member of Calvary Chapel and had previously been a member of Beth Israel and Hosanna Christian Fellowship.

Robert is survived by his son, Daniel J. Koch, husband of Erin; twin grandsons, Max and Zach; a brother, James Koch; and two sisters, Ceal Schlegel, wife of Jack and Carole Shay, wife of Michael. He was preceded in death by siblings, Mary Ellen, Frank, Kitty Lou, Rita, and Kathy.

A visitation will be held from 11:30-12:30 followed by a service led by Pastor Thom Keller at 12:30 pm on Thursday, July 30, 2026 at Thompson Funeral Home, Inc., 126 S 9th St, Lebanon, PA 17042. Graveside services will be officiated by Rabbi Marshal Klaven at Beth Israel Cemetery at 1:30 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations in Robert's name may be made to Life Outreach International, 1801 W Euless Blvd, Euless, TX 76040. The family welcomes your memories and messages in our online guest book at thompsonfuneralhomelebanon.com