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John Bova Obituary
Born in Ashland, May 5, 1959, he was a son of John and Barbara Matsko Bova, Ringtown. He was a graduate of North Schuylkill High School.
He worked as a mechanic at Hershey Foods, Humbolt.
An avid hunter and fisherman, he was a member of Shenandoah Fish and Game Club and Turkey Run Fire Company.
Surviving, in addition to his parents, are his fiancee, Esther Drumheller; and a stepson, Josh Drumheller, both of Turkey Run; a sister, Rose Marie, Ringtown; aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews.
Services will be private at the convenience of his family.
Stauffer-Heizenroth Funeral Home with Albert Breznik Jr., funeral director, Ringtown, is in charge of arrangements. Condolences may be sent to the family and more information is available at www.ringtownfuneral.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for John Bova
Mary Cox
April 15, 2007
Mr. & Mrs. Bova and Rose Marie.
My deepest sympathies are with you in your time of sorrow.He will be missed by many and all whose lives he has touched. Please if there is anything I can do to help you can reach me by e-mail.
Love,
Mary Cox
Cindy & Dave Singley
April 14, 2007
The loss of someone so close is difficult to bear. We share your grief.
Amy (Ratkiewicz) Wagner
April 13, 2007
Dear John, Barb and Rosie,
My thoughts and prayers are with you. John was a special person. I hope you find comfort in all of these kind words from so many friends. God bless you all.
JoAnn Benashunas
April 13, 2007
I don't know what to say except, "You are in my heart".
James Engle
April 12, 2007
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow, my thoughts and prayers are with.
Melissa Donovan
April 12, 2007
John was my neighbor in turkeyrun and i also worked with him at Hershey foods. He was a very kind person. I'm sorry for your loss.
Melis
Ann Louise Abrachinsky
April 12, 2007
I am so sorry for your loss. Bove was such a great guy and was wonderful to my children. We will all miss him.
Robert and Lucille Merenda
April 12, 2007
We are so sorry for your loss, if there is anything we can do for you please let us know. John was a good guy and will be missed.
Ginny Pinkowski
April 12, 2007
I was so deeply saddened to hear of your loss. My heart and prayers go out to all of you. Please let me know if there is anything I can do to help at this time.
God Bless You.
Loriann/Bill Goodrich
April 11, 2007
BARB,JOHN,ROSIE AND ESTER:
We are sorry for your loss. Our deepest sympathy,thoughts and prayers are with you. He was a good friend and we will miss him dearly. If you need anything don't hesitate to call. We are always here for you.
Gene (Whitey) & Gayle Miller & Family
April 11, 2007
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Marie & James Dower
April 10, 2007
Sorry for your loss. John was a very kind and helpful neighbor and friend. We will miss him deeply.
Rose Walsh
April 10, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
charles putalonis
April 10, 2007
Ester Im so sorry for your loss I was shocked when i heard of Johns death If there is anything I can do let me know
Suzanne/Michael Olenek
April 10, 2007
Barb, John, Rosie,
We are so sorry to hear about John. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. If we can do anything, please let me know.
Helene Putalonis
April 10, 2007
I'm very sorry for your loss.
Therese Rakus
April 10, 2007
No one can begin to know exactly how you feel. Except to know that sorrow as yours is deep and real.
But if you need some comfort and
some help to see you through, just
know how much you're cared for by
all those who think of you.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. "Loving Memories Last Forever.
The Rakus's
Bill, Therese
Tara, Cody and Dakota
Janelle and Lorraine Berger
April 10, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers our with you.
Richard Harding
April 10, 2007
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Richard Harding
April 10, 2007
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
bill baker sheila baker
April 10, 2007
OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY AND SORROW FOR THE LOSS OF YOUR SON, BROTHER ,FIANCEE AND FRIEND TO MANY! MAY GOD KEEP HIS SOUL BY HIM IN HEAVEN AND GIVE HIS LOVED ONES STRENGTH TO OVERCOME THEIR LOSS!
Lorraine Gregory
April 10, 2007
Our thoughts & Prayers are with you thru this sad time & will always.
The Gregory Family
Michelle Gregory
April 10, 2007
Our thoughts & Prayers are with you thru this sad time & will always.
The Gregory Family
Darlene Davis Michalik
April 10, 2007
We are so sorry for your loss. Take comfort in all the good memories
Darlene & Joe (Lemon) Michalik
Bill Steiner
April 10, 2007
I am very sorry to here of your loss. He will always be a good friend.
Darlene (Davis) Michalik
April 10, 2007
We are so sorry for your loss Our thoughts and prayers are with you Take comfort in all the good memories
Darlene & Joe (Lemon) Michalik
Edna Schlauch
April 10, 2007
So sorry to hear of your loss. You have my deepest sympathy. If there's anything I can do, you know where I live.
The Foose Family
April 10, 2007
Barb & John
We are sorry for your loss. If you need anything just ask.
Richard Abdo
April 10, 2007
I am sorry to hear about Johns passing. He was a good man and friend.
John Kegolis
April 10, 2007
You have my deepest sympathy, my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Michelle (Greblick) Chandler
April 10, 2007
Rose Marie, thinking of you at this time.
Michelle & Lee Eikszta
April 10, 2007
We are very very sorry to hear of your tragic loss, he was a nice guy & he will truly be missed by many.
Lisa DeLowery
April 10, 2007
Sorry to hear about your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Lisa DeLowery and Frank Kalinowski
Lisa Damgaard & family
April 10, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Rod & Carla Knittle & Family
April 10, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Kathy Klinger
April 10, 2007
God Bless You John
Beverly Kreiger
April 10, 2007
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let me know if there is anything I can do to help at this time.
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