Remembering Will Koch, Holiday World president

"Don't cry because it's over. Smile because it happened." That quote from Dr. Seuss is how we will remember Holiday World owner and president, Will Koch, who passed away unexpectedly on June 13, 2010. Here we remember our friend Will with some park photos, a video of him playing bass guitar with the Beachcombers in May, and a fun interview with his daughter Leah from a few years ago. http://holidayworld.com

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[SparkzFly12]

How did he die? Sorry if I sound rude, I just dont know:) my condolences to the koch family!

[HoliBlogger]

The family believe it was his diabetes, that he collapsed into his pool at home and drowned. This was on 6/13/10. May he rest in peace.

[percil005]

Really miss him.

[holman2950]

beautiful video, love the last question Leah asked Will! that just cracked me up! he was the world best boss and will be missed terribly!

[SpartandudeChannel1]

Aww i never got to meet him either ): well we will see him in heaven.

[musicAL722]

The ending to this was beautiful.

[carreyxo]

Aw. Im going to miss seeing him!

[Sean Flaharty]

 Will came up with so many original ideas and was able to pull them off. The rest of the indusrty can only hope that one day they can earn the respect and charm like what Will provided for that park. I am forever grateful that I was able to spend some time talking to him at the HWN event.

Like many others, I will miss Will dearly.

[WaterSlideDatabase]

Everybody will miss you Will Koch.

[Tina Nelson]

You were an amazing guy in so many ways, Will. I feel blessed to have met and talked to you the few times I did. I will contine to visit Holiday World for life and will always think of your crazy laugh everytime I ride one of the coasters! RIP Will.