David L. Koker
June 29, 1947 - February 19, 2019
David L. Koker RACINE - David Koker, 71, went to join his much loved wife in Heaven on Tuesday, February 19, 2019. He was born in Racine on June 29, 1947, the son of the late Ernest and Doris (nee: Smith) Koker. On October 14, 1967, David was united in marriage to Diane Riegelman at Epiphany Lutheran Church. He was a machinist at Bosch for over 30 years. Dave was a past member of St. Rita's Catholic Church. He enjoyed reading, and loved watching TV, especially Western movies, Discovery channel, and the History channel. Dave also really loved food, especially sweets. He will be missed by his children, Lisa Koker, Ann (Scott) Patzen, Jon Koker, and Matt Koker; grandchildren, Ariella (Juan) Sauceda, Holden Rodriguez, Josh Patzen, and Savannah (David) Miatech; great grandchildren, Kailee, Kendrick, and Darrius, his brother, Dennis (Sheryl) Koker, sister, Kay Earl, and sister-in-law, Eileen (Don) Bahrs. He is further survived by other relatives and friends. Dave was preceded in death by his wife of 50 years, Diane; brothers, Melvin Koker and Fred Koker; sisters, Karen Coleman and Kris Shields. A celebration of life gathering for Dave will be held at Sturino Funeral Home on Saturday, February 23, 2019 from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Those wishing to remember Dave in a special way may make a memorial donation to the Racine Humane Society.
David L. Koker RACINE - David Koker, 71, went to join his much loved wife in Heaven on Tuesday, February 19, 2019. He was born in Racine on June 29, 1947, the son of the late Ernest and Doris (nee: Smith) Koker. On October 14, 1967, David was... View Obituary & Service Information