MICHAEL HARVEY KOVACIC

KOVACIC
MICHAEL HARVEY
Of Cranberry, PA, died on Sunday, October 25, 2015, at the age of 32. Michael is survived by his loving wife and best friend, Traci; two beautiful children, Josie and Calvin; his mother and father, Joe and Lynn Kovacic, of Allison Park; his sister, Karen (Tom) Urschler of Wexford; his brother, Joe (Natalie) Kovacic, of Pittsburgh; his in-laws, Phil and Susan Lewerth of Wexford; his sister-in-law, Tara Lewerth (Braden Kern); four adoring nieces and nephews, Owen, Aiden and Addison Urschler, and Joey Kovacic; his beloved dog, Kozmo; several cherished aunts, uncles and cousins; and many friends who he loved like family. Mike had a huge smile that lit up every room he walked into. Everyone was drawn to his unmistakable laugh, his sense of humor, and he seldom left a room without leaving everyone smiling with him. He was one of the most caring people any of us knew. A graduate of North Allegheny High School and the University of Dayton, Mike's personality was larger than life. He loved life and lived it to the fullest. His favorite memories growing up were those he spent playing football with his brother, Joe, traveling with his family, skiing with his dad, and spending time with a dear, close group of friends he grew up with, and remained close to until the day he died. He had more friends than any one person needs, because he was a genuine friend to every person he knew. He was selfless and generous and put his family and friends above anything else. Mike loved skiing in Colorado, where he lived for five years, and where he was reunited with the love of his life, Traci, in 2008, and married in 2011. They were a happy couple whose relationship inspired everyone around them. He always said the best part of his day was coming home to his wife and two children and spoke often, to anyone who would listen, of how lucky he was to have them. He was a devoted son to his parents, who loved him dearly, and he would call just to tell them he loved them. A loving uncle to his niece and nephews, when Uncle Mike walked into the house a parade of children always welcomed him. Kids loved Mike because he was a lot like them - vibrant, full of energy, and always fun. Reducing Mike to words is impossible because he truly was one of a kind. He brought joy to everyone he met. We are all better for having known him, and his love for life and his family are something that we will never, ever forget. There will be viewings on Wednesday 6-8 p.m. and Thursday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at SCHELLHAAS & SONS FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, 1600 Stone Mansion Drive, Sewickley, PA 15143. Mass of Christian Burial on Friday at 11 a.m. in St. Catherine of Sweden, 2554 Wildwood Road, Allison Park, PA 15101. Please meet at the church. Contributions to the Michael Kovacic Memorial Scholarship may be sent to North Allegheny Senior High School, 10375 Perry Hwy., Wexford, PA 15090. Please leave condolences at:
www.schellhaasfh.com