Jul. 8—Stephen Koch Derwelis Stephen Koch Derwelis, DVM, age 84, died June 21, 2025, in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Dr. Steve Derwelis was the only child of Henry Oscar Derwelis Jr. and Evelyn Koch Derwelis of Collinsville, IL. Steve is survived by his wife of 57 years, Lillian; family — daughter, Natalie (Richard) Dahringer of Albuquerque; son, Daniel of Fairview, TN; granddaughters, Jillian and Katherine Dahringer; and grandsons, Lucas and Andrew Derwelis. A celebration of Steve’s life will be held on Monday, July 21, 2025, at 3:00 p.m., at the FRENCH — Westside reception room. All friends are encouraged to share their stories. Please visit our online guestbook to view Steve’s full obituary at www.FrenchFunerals.com.