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Michael Kovacs Obituary
AGE: 41 • South Amboy
Michael C. Kovacs, of South Amboy, died Wednesday, September 7, 2011 at home. He was 41 years old. Born in New Brunswick, he lived in Edison before moving to South Amboy 12 years ago.
Mr. Kovacs was employed as a trainer-programmer for Prudential Financial Services in Newark for the last several years. Michael was a gifted guitarist who loved poetry, hiking, and was an avid reader. His favorite quote was "Knowledge is never carried on your back."
He was predeceased by his father, Robert. Surviving are his mother, Joan (Babiy) Kovacs; 2 brothers, David B. of Monmouth Junction, Terrill R. of Edison; a sister, Lauren Kovacs of Lambertville, NJ.
A Memorial Service will be held Tuesday, September 13th, at 8pm from the Boylan Funeral Home, 10 Wooding Ave. in Edison. Relatives and friends may call at the funeral home on Tuesday, from 7-9pm only. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hand of Hope Food Pantry, P.O. Box 1286, Edison, NJ 08818.
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Memories and Condolences
for Michael Kovacs
Jen Lynch
September 4, 2023
Still missing my friend...12 years later. If only he knew how much he was loved.
Jen Lynch
September 7, 2022
Still missing my friend. I think of him every day.
Maryellen
September 6, 2021
10 years, Mike. You are not forgotten.
Jen Lynch
September 4, 2021
Thinking of my dear friend and missing him always.
jennifer frantz
September 21, 2011
Prayers of support for the Kovacs family. He'll be missed.
Vicky Loyd
September 20, 2011
My heart, thoughts and prayers are with the Kovacs family. I will miss you deeply Mike! You always put a smile on my face!
September 20, 2011
He is missed
September 14, 2011
You will be missed, buddy. You made me laugh so hard - so many times. I will truly miss you. Bev R (Minneapolis, MN)
M R
September 14, 2011
With an untimely death, one can focus on the tragedy and the ending or on the life. What I know from my experience with him and what I want to share with his family is that Mike had a bright and giving light and a way of connecting on a personal level with the people he met. I honor his life, and miss his light.
Jill Jacoby
September 13, 2011
To the Kovacs Family and all my friends at Prudential who worked closely with Mike, I am so very sorry for your loss. I will always remember Mike as a gentle soul who was always willing to help ... and who was quick-witted and filled with ideas. There's a Native American proverb that says: "They are not gone who live in the hearts they left behind." Mike will live in all our hearts ... always.
G W
September 13, 2011
I feel fortunate to have had the opportunity to work with Mike. His bright mind, quick wit, and thoughtful manner will be missed. My condolences to his mother and siblings - I hope you find comfort in knowing Mike had a very positive impact on the people he worked with and his contributions will be missed, but not forgotten.
Maryellen Reardon
September 13, 2011
Mike: I will miss you every morning as I pass your work space. More than anyone else, you made me laugh out loud with your jokes and comments. More importantly, you had a way of connecting in a meaningful way with all that you met. Rest in peace, friend.
Beth
September 10, 2011
Dear Lauren and Family,
You are all in our thoughts and prayers as you go through this most difficult time. I know that Michael was very special to all of you and the memories you keep of him in your heart will make him "live on" forever! I am here if you need anything. Hugs!!!
Love,
Beth, Ray, Matthew, Steven and Lauren Yuro
September 10, 2011
I'll miss our morning chats on the subway.
September 10, 2011
I have only known Michael for a short time, as a neighbor. We had short conversations in passing, he seemed like a very nice person. May he R.I.P. Condolences to his family, I am truly sorry for your loss.
Ann Marie Mc Caffrey, South Amboy, N.J.
Marisa Targonski
September 10, 2011
Mike, you were such a good soul. You made me laugh even on my most stressful days. I will miss your kind words,jokes, quotes, thoughtfulness and the "hey skinny ya ready?" IMs. Our breaks will never be the same without you. Thank you for listening and being you. I'll miss you. RIP Buddy....
Maria Stella Fucci-Kraft
September 10, 2011
Michael, you will always have a special place in my heart. Always.
Jennifer Roberto
September 10, 2011
Mike, you were a wonderful soul with a heart as big as the ocean. We are all better people for just knowing you. I will miss our laughs and our chats...but mostly I will simply miss you. RIP my friend...
Jennifer Lynch
September 10, 2011
I will always love and miss you my special friend. My life is lonely without you here and you will never know how much you were loved and how many lives you touched. I am comforted knowing that we have a big tough guardian angel now. You will be forever missed.
NAKIA BANISTER
September 10, 2011
My deepest sympathies to the Kovacs' family. I used to work with Mike, he was a really nice person.
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