Emogene

Kochenour

Emogene Kochenour, age 95, passed away on Saturday, December 18, 2021 at Country Inn Enhanced Living, Paulding, OH.

Emogene was born on November 17, 1926 in Paulding County, OH to the late Elmer and Lila (Edwards) Kochenour. For 15 years, Emogene worked in housekeeping at Paulding County Hospital and volunteered for many years at the Bargain Bin. She was a devoted member of the First Presbyterian Church in Paulding. Emogene's family was one of the first families of Paulding County.  Emogene proudly served her country in the U.S. Army Women's Corp during the Korean War, stationed in Germany. She was a member of the V.F.W. Post 587 and Paulding Eagles Ladies Auxiliary #2405.

Emogene is survived by her sister, June Koenig and several loving nieces and nephews.

She is also preceded in death by her siblings: Newton Kochenour, Jim Kochenour, and Mildred "Deanie" Crowl.

Private services will be held at the convenience of the family. Burial will be in Live Oak Cemetery with military rites accorded.

Memorial contributions may be made in Emogene's name to Country Inn Enhanced Living Activity Fund, 12651 Road 82, Paulding, OH 45879.