Paul F. Kovach

NILES - Paul F. Kovach, 87, passed away at 10:10 pm on Thursday March 27, 2014 at the Hospice House following a lengthy illness. He was born in Niles on June 30, 1926 the son of John and Sophie (Lastic) Kovach. He attended St. Stephen Elementary School and was a life time member of St. Stephen Church. A Veteran of World War II, he honorably served in the United State Navy. He retired from Aero Services where he worked as a Jet engine maintenance mechanic and later he was self employed in the same field. He was an avid reader with a special interest in the histories of the Civil War and World War I. Paul is survived by his wife Marguerite (Carl) Kovach whom he married on April 3, 1948; two sons, Paul Martin "Marty" (Kathleen) Kovach of McDonald, Gregory Kovach of Niles; two grandchildren, Alexander Kovach, Gabrielle Kovach; sister, Dorothy Young of Niles; brother, George Kovach of Middlefield. He was preceded in death by his parents; daughter, Mary Celeste Kovach; sister, Mary Curtis; and brother, John Kovach. Calling Hours will be Monday, March 31, 2014 from 5 to 8 pm at the Holeton-Yuhasz Funeral Home. Mass of Christian Burial will be Tuesday, April 1, 2014 at 10:00 am at St. Stephen Church. Rev. Thomas Kraszewski will be the celebrant. Burial will be in St. Stephen Cemetery with military honors provided by the Trumbull County Honor Guard. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice House, 9803 Sharrott Road, Poland, OH 44514.

Visitation

MAR 31. 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM (EDT)

Holeton-Yuhasz Funeral Home 126 West Park Avenue Niles, OH 44446

Mass of Christian Burial

APR 1. 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM (EDT)

St. Stephen Church 129 West Park Avenue Niles, OH 44446