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Frank J. Kovach

Passed 9/3/2011

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Obituary For Frank J. Kovach

Frank J. Kovach, 77, of Steubenville, Ohio died Saturday, September 3, 2011 at his home. He was born June 21, 1934 in Mingo Junction, Ohio a son of the late Louis and Elizabeth Foldi Kovach.  Frank retired from Wheeling-Pittsburgh Steel where he worked as a mechanical turn foreman.  He was a member of Kolmont Community Church.  Frank was preceded in death by his wife Violet E. Fogle Kovach; daughter Cynthia Dick and four brothers Steve, George and Charles A. Kovach and Joe Gabor.  Surviving are his longtime companion Valerie H. Nelson two sons Frank L. and Brad A. Kovach both of Steubenville, OH; three granddaughters; one great granddaughter; brother Louis Kovach of Brilliant, OH; two sisters Priscilla Flohr of Bloomingdale, OH and Sue Vandine of Texas; many nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews; his extended family of children, grandchildren and great grandchildren and his good friend Sassy the cat.  The family would like to send a special thank you to the staff at Trinity Cardiac Holding Unit.  Friends may call at Dunlope-Shorac Funeral Home, Wintersville on Tuesday 6 – 8 p.m. where a service will be held Wednesday 10 a.m. with Rev. John Beard officiating. Burial at New Alexandria Cemetery.

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  • 09/03/2024

    TRINITY CARDIAC HOLDING

    SINCERE HEART FELT SYMPATHY TO THE FAMILY OF FRANK KOVACH. HE WILL BE GREATLY MISSED BY THE STAFF OF CARDIOLOGY HOLDING AT TRINITY. WE WILL MISS HIS GREAT SENSE OF HUMOR. HE ALWAYS LEFT US WITH A SMILE! HE WAS A VERY ENJOYABLE GENTLEMAN TO TAKE CARE OF AND WE WILL NEVER FORGET HIM.

  • 09/03/2024

    vicky dalesio

    My most sincere sympathy to all Franks family and Valerie, I know in my heart he is at peace now and is gone fishin'. Thanks for all the funny stories, he always made me laugh, I pray for the repose of your soul, may you always rest in peace. Sincerely, Vicky Dalesio

  • 09/03/2024

    Christy Dick

    I will miss my grandfather always, he was my friend. I don't know if I would have made it if I didn't have his knowledge and work ethic. I am writing to brad and frankie. I know that my mom cannot be here but, she is with us and I know she came for pappap. I will miss sharing my fishing adventures. I love you Uncles,and miss you. Christy and Paige

  • 09/03/2024

    Kim Ross

    Thelma and Frank's family, I sure will miss seeing Frank. I enjoyed joking with him at the hospital. He always smiled and said Hi, no matter how he was feeling. This football season won't be the same without him. My thoughts and prayers to all. Kim Ross

  • 09/03/2024

    Jeff Frattini & Chanda Petrella

    Sorry about the loss of Frank . He was like a dad to Chanda. He will be sadley missed. My mother-in-law (Valerie) will be lost without him. Our simpanthy to the family.

  • 09/03/2024

    Tracey Williamson Polonchan

    I am so sorry for your lose. My prayers are with you & your family. Hold on to all your memories, They are precious!

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