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Todd Allan Koch

August 19, 1970 — March 8, 2026

Harlan

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Todd Allan Koch was born on August 19th 1970 to Susan (Larsen) and Roger Koch in Harlan, Iowa. Todd was the oldest of 3 boys. Todd had many fond memories of growing up with his brothers. They were and still are his best friends.

Todd graduated from Papillion High school in 1988. After graduation Todd entered the military and served in the Air Force in the 24 Tactical Aircraft and Control Specialist with the Golden Jaguars. He proudly served his country for 4 years and was in Operation Desert Storm and Operation Just Cause.

On September 21st 1996, Todd was united in marriage to Jenna Collins at St. Gerald's catholic church in Ralston, Nebraska. Todd and Jenna went on to build a beautiful life together filled with love. Todd's biggest pride was his four children, Haley, Wren, Jaden, and Reese.

Todd attended Metro Community College for Horticulture.

Todd coached his kids and the kids in the community for over 20 years in t-ball, softball, and his absolute favorite soccer. He also helped with wrestling and sat on the youth wrestling board. Todd was a great coach always encouraging and positive. He made a positive impact on the kids he coached.

Todd worked for over a decade at REM. Todd got so much joy and fulfillment working with his clients. And he was well loved by his clients in return. He worked as a manager at CDS Global for 10 years.

3 1/2 years ago Todd earned the title he was most proud of, "papa". Todd was papa to 3 grandbabies. Lincoln, Carter, and Delilah. He loved being a silly, hands on papa. All the grandkids adored him!

Todd loved and took great pride in being a wonderful husband, father, and papa, so loving and attentive. Todd had a true servant's heart. Always being a helper to all. Todd was an avid animal lover. He enjoyed spending time with all his family. Date days with his wife, music, going to concerts, traveling, lego's, movies, good food, collecting Boston Scally hats and sports.

Todd peacefully passed away in his sleep next to the love of his life of 32 years. He is proceeded in death by; his son, Jaden Kelly; mother, Susan Larsen. Grandma and Grandpa Koch, Grandpa and Grandma Larsen.

Survived by his Wife Jenna Koch. Children Haley (Darion), of Crete NE. Wren (Courtney), of Harlan IA Reese of Harlan IA. Grandchildren Lincoln, Carter and Delilah. Father Roger Koch (Marion). Mother and Father in law Rick and Carolyn Collins of Fullerton NE. Brothers, Jason (Terra) Koch of Sioux Falls SD. Shawn (Heather) Koch of Council Bluffs. Sisters in law Nicole Collins of Fullerton, Stephanie (Michael) Buller of Hastings NE, Alece (Mark) Creutzberg of Central City. Many nieces and nephews, cousins, aunts and uncles.

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Service Schedule

Past Services

Visitation

Monday, March 16, 2026

4:00 - 7:00 pm (Central time)

Pauley Jones Funeral Home - Harlan

1304 9th Street
Harlan, IA 51537

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Funeral Service

Tuesday, March 17, 2026

11:00 am - 12:00 pm (Central time)

Pauley Jones Funeral Home - Harlan

1304 9th Street
Harlan, IA 51537

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Military Rites

Tuesday, March 17, 2026

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