Mr. Jeffrey Lynn Koehler, of LaGrange, passed away on April 14, 2024.  He was born in Dubuque, Iowa on September 12, 1955 to the late Edgar Koehler and Beverly O’Brien Koehler. 

Mr. Koehler is preceded in death by his parents, his brother, Gary Koehler, In-laws Bernard and Karen May, nephew, Larry Koehler, and great-nephew Hudsen Lauwers.

Jeff served in the United States Marine Corps from 1973 to 1975.  During his military service, Jeff was selected for the USMC Wrestling team and achieved the title of All-Marine Corps Wrestling Champion and Runner-Up All Service Wrestling Champion. After competing on the Wrestling team and  earning a B.S. in Russian Studies/counseling  from the University of Missouri,  and obtaining his ME.D and L.PC. from the University of Arkansas, he spent his career in the mental health field in various roles. He retired from his

position as Executive Director at the Stewart Community Home in Columbus, GA in 2017.

Jeff is survived by his wife, Ellen (May) and children: Macey(Stephen) Palmer, LaGrange, Payton Koehler, Victor, ID  Rhett Koehler and Ty Koehler, Fayetteville, AR.  His brothers: Scott(Bonnie) Koehler and Brian Koehler and  Sister-in-law: Sandy Koehler . In-laws: Cyndie(Mike) Fritcher, Jeff(Sandra) May, and Julie(Brett) White. Additionally, he is survived by his grandson, Anthony Jeffrey(A.J.) Palmer, and several nieces and nephews.

Jeff enjoyed boating, motorcycle riding, traveling to his favorite "One Happy Island" Aruba, along with collecting and listening to all genres of music. He cherished spending time with his family, especially his grandson, AJ. He requested no formal service . A private family celebration of life will be held at a later date as per his wishes. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the DAV, American Legion, and Toys for Tots.

Please keep the family in your thoughts and prayers as they make their way through this very challenging time.