Denise Koch

KOCH (née Cernohorsky), Denise R., 59, of Township Of Washington, NJ, passed away on Wednesday, April 3rd, 2024. Denise is survived by her beloved husband Charles; her children Lucas (Mary) and Rebecca; and her sisters Michele, Nadine, and Darlene. She is predeceased by her father Bruno and her mother Dolores.

Originally from Bergenfield, NJ, Denise met her husband Charles through their fathers, who worked together as a painter and carpenter. Married in 1990, Denise and Charles built a beautiful life together full of family memories with their two kids, great food and drinks, and summers and weekends at the Jersey Shore. Denise was full of life, harboring a carefree nature, fun-loving spirit, and sense of humor that made her energy infectious and designated her as the “fun” one — the fun aunt, sister, friend, mom, and wife.

Denise also worked as a Nurse for 30 years. Her empathic nature helped make her the best nurse to both her patients and her coworkers, who looked up to her as a mentor and friend.

Lovingly known as 'Mama Duck', Denise touched the lives of everyone she interacted with through her wit, candor, and caring nature. She will be missed greatly.

The family will receive guests at Becker Funeral Home, 219 Kinderkamack Road, Westwood, NJ on Saturday, April 6 from 2-6 PM, with a service commencing at 5:15 PM.

Memorial contributions can be made in Denise's name to Camp Kesem, an organization that provides support to children whose parents or guardians have been impacted by cancer @ donate.kesem.org

Please include the following email address with your donations: rebecca.n.koch@gmail.com