Dale Alan Koch was born on May 20, 1956 in McMinnville, OR to Hanni (Seltmann) and Ezra Koch, the fourth child of five in the household. He died peacefully on March 4, 2025 at his Hillsboro home, attended by his daughter Kyrissa and brother Doug, after a long and valiant struggle with kidney cancer. Dale attended the public schools in McMinnville, where he excelled as a musician. He later attended school at PCC, acquiring an Associates in General Studies and Computer Science. He married Kristeen Teague and had 2 children, eldest Edan followed by Kyrissa. They later divorced after a marriage of 19 years. 

Dale’s technology career began with Intel, travelling into Sequent, followed by Ncube, where he worked on the fastest processor in the world at the time. His career further progressed when he returned to Intel where he worked as an emulation engineer, prototyping processors and other advanced components. After retiring from Intel, Dale trained as a massage therapist and worked for Hand and Stone in Hillsboro for 6 years where he expanded his knowledge and skills with advanced massage techniques. Dale took great pride and joy in helping and healing peoplethrough the power of massage. 

Dale enjoyed computers, gardening, outdoor activities like river rafting, fishing, snowmobiling, international travelling, and hosting Halloween events for kids in his neighborhood. He is very fondly remembered for his culinary skills and bringing scrumptious meat and dessert offerings for family holiday feasts. He never lost his intense humor and sarcasm, always looking for the funny side of any situation.

He was an accomplished trumpet player and pianist, volunteering as horn player in local parades. Dale also participated in Glencoe High School pep rallies with trombone-playing son Edan, and percussionist daughter Kyrissa. In his younger years Dale played keys and synthesizer in bands called Decent Dudley and Synapse.

Dale was also fond of animals. He raised exotic and obnoxious birds, Frisco and Kaka, who would imitate household electronic sounds as well as family interactions. Dale also had many cats and dogs throughout the years; Ceo, Rinzler, Jacquimo, and Flynn to name a few. 

Dale was a committed Christian, being raised in a devout family in the First Baptist Church of McMinnville. He shared his faith with many of his friends and colleagues. He participated in prayer and Bible study groups in the Beaverton Four Square Church for over 20 years, contributing his musical talents and electronics savvy with the congregation. He also sang in the choir at Four Square as a Tenor/Baritone and served as head usher for the early Sunday services.

 Dale was proceeded in death by his younger brother Dean, as well as his parent Ezra and Hanni Koch

Dale is survived by his son Edan Koch of Portland, OR; daughter Kyrissa Gieszler (husband Tyson) of Denver, CO; brother Douglas Koch (wife Maureen) of Cambridge, MA; brother David Koch of McMinnville, OR; sister Kathi Costa of Beaverton, OR; and many nieces & nephews. 

Funeral Service to be held on March 15th, 1pm at the Reception Hall next to Evergreen Lodge, McMinnville OR. Followed by a procession to Evergreeen Memorial Park for burial.

Dales behalf, Memorial contributions can be made to: Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals, helping children and families to afford care, and find breakthrough cures and treatments. Or please donate to your local food bank.

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