Hayden Dutch Koch

Hayden Dutch Koch

It is with profound sadness that we mourn the death of Hayden Dutch Koch, born January 6th, 2009 in Overland Park, Kansas.

Hayden was a caring, outgoing and intelligent young girl with a playful sense of humor. She had a deep love for animals, large and small, and one day dreamed of becoming a veterinarian. She enjoyed playing with her cats, dogs and chickens. Hayden had an adventurous spirit, enjoying activities like paddleboarding in the ocean and swimming in Lone Star Lake. She was a loving daughter, sister, cousin and grandchild, and enjoyed spending time and playing games with her family. Hayden was also a loyal and compassionate friend to many, spreading joy everywhere she went.

She was an eighth grader at Bishop Seabury Academy, and previously attended elementary school in Baldwin, KS. Hayden’s favorite class was science, and outside of school she also played volleyball for the Lawrence Landsharks.

She is survived by her mother, Sarajane Scott, Lawrence, KS; her sister, Holden Zimmerman, New Haven, CT; her grandparents, Roger and Mary Ann Scott, Lawrence, KS; her aunt, Sherry Scott, Lawrence, KS and cousins Maia Tilly, Chicago, IL and Alayna Tilly, San Diego, CA; her aunt and uncle, Stacey and John Rinnert and cousins Megan and Gabe Rinnert, Lawrence, KS.

There will be a memorial service at Plymouth Congregational Church on Monday, December 19th at 10 AM.

In lieu of flowers, the family strongly asks that donations are sent to the following: Baldwin Recreation, Bishop Seabury Academy, Lawrence Humane Society, or Lawrence Landsharks, in care of Warren-McElwain Mortuary, 120 W. 13th Street, Lawrence, KS 66044.

14 Condolences

  1. David Remer on December 13, 2022 at 8:48 pm

    A wonderful child.
    The world is a lesser place without her.
    I have nothing but prayers and fond memories of this blessing of a child.



  2. Mike Willoughby on December 14, 2022 at 11:31 am

    Thoughts and prayers to your family.



  3. Craig Byers on December 14, 2022 at 12:17 pm

    Prayers and condolences to the family and friends. She was a sweet little ray of sunshine! She will always be loved, remembered, and missed.



  4. Angie Nordhus on December 14, 2022 at 3:36 pm

    Reese and I were devastated to hear of Boo’s passing. She was a beautiful and talented young lady. She will be very missed and never forgotten.
    We are praying for support for all of you.



  5. Chris Lazzarino on December 14, 2022 at 6:57 pm

    Peace and love, dear friends.
    -lazz



  6. sean butler on December 14, 2022 at 7:04 pm

    Deepest condolences to the SJ, Holden, grandparents, aunts, cousins and her many friends. Peace! Sean



  7. Debbie Bruch Rogers on December 14, 2022 at 8:17 pm

    Our prayers are with SJ, Holden and family. Hayden was everything written in her obituary and more. We love you and will be there for you anytime you need us. Debbie & Derek Rogers



  8. Scott Weatherwax on December 15, 2022 at 6:41 am

    Love and prayers, for a wonderful child, she will be missed by all



  9. Rod Wells on December 15, 2022 at 7:41 am

    My thoughts and prayers are with you.



  10. Ann Sellers Comfort on December 15, 2022 at 9:21 am

    I am so very sorry, Sarajane. Sending love and prayers your way!



  11. Julie (Love) McCurdy on December 15, 2022 at 11:02 am

    I have been keeping you in my thoughts, SJ. I know you are surrounded by a loving family and host of friends who love you and love your daughter. Please know I pray for peace for you all.



  12. David Rinke on December 15, 2022 at 1:41 pm

    Sj I’m so sorry for your loss!! Sending healing prayers your way!



  13. Debbie Wallace on December 15, 2022 at 8:29 pm

    I will always have fond memories of Hayden in our kindergarten class. She was such a gentle and kind friend to all of her classmates. I am deeply saddened for her family’s loss and send my heartfelt condolences to all who love Hayden.



  14. Hayden Fowler on December 16, 2022 at 1:33 pm

    Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.