Michael Douglas Koch, 59, of Richmond, passed away on Sunday, September 24, 2023, at Ray County Memorial Hospital in Richmond.

Michael was born on September 23, 1964, in Kansas City, the son of Douglas August and Mary Lou (Clevenger) Koch.

Survivors include: son, Michael Koch of Independence; daughter, Michaela (Luke) Clark of Buckner; nine grandchildren: Daeton, Dallas, Jacklynn, Skyah, Caroline, Kage, Zaylee, Zoey, and Talia; brother, Robert W. (Cindy) Hoover of Richmond; two sisters, Marilyn O'Dell of Richmond, and Denna Casey of Lathrop; he is also survived by many nephews, nieces, great-nephews, and great-nieces.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

Michael was reared and educated in Richmond, graduating from Richmond High School.  After high school, he went to trade school for HVAC; Michael was self-employed.  He loved fishing, coon hunting, riding his Harley motorcycle, and camping.  Michael adored his faithful companion and beloved dog, Olivia.  He will be missed dearly by his family and friends.

The family suggests memorial contributions be made to the Alzheimer's Association in memory of his mother, Mary Lou Koch.  They can be left at or mailed to Thurman Funeral Home, 507 East Main Street-P.O. Box 190, Richmond, MO 64085.

Visitation with memorial services will be held on Thursday, September 28, 2023, at First Baptist Church in Richmond, with visitation beginning at 2:00 P.M., with services to follow at 3:00 P.M.  Inurnment will follow services in Cravens Cemetery, Camden.  Please remember to share your memories of Michael with the family by visiting www.thurmanfuneralhome.com.