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Nina Kovachy Obituary
A longtime resident of Coral Springs, Florida, Nina dedicated over four decades of her life to educating young minds as both a kindergarten and first grade teacher in Miami-Dade and Broward Counties. Her long-standing commitment to early childhood education left a lasting impression on generations of students and colleagues alike- most notably, her 33 years at Maplewood Elementary.
Nina is lovingly remembered by her sons, Matthew (Andrea) and Andrew (Laura); her granddaughter, Megan; and her brother, Philip (Sandra). Her legacy lives on through the lives she touched both within her family and throughout the many classrooms she led with care and dedication.
A Celebration of Life will be held on April 5, 2025, at 4:00 PM at First Church Coral Springs, located at 8650 West Sample Road in Coral Springs, Florida.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Alzheimer's Association (alz.org) in honor of Nina's memory.
16 Entries
Barbara Fortner
April 10, 2025
When I started my teaching career at Opa-Locka Elementary, Nina welcomed me with open arms. Such a loving and caring teacher!
Nina was always there to answer my many questions that I had. Even though she transferred to Maplewood , we remained friends and loving those Miami Dolphins.
Nina was truly a very special lady.
Sherry Bees
April 5, 2025
Nina was an extraordinary educator-not just in the classroom, where she warmly welcomed a new group of students each year-but in the way she kept every one of them close as they grew and developed. I was always amazed by how organized, loving, and devoted she was. She made it a point to show up for every special occasion, supporting both current and former students.
I love her, respect her, and miss her deeply. She truly left a legacy and made a lasting impact on everyone who crossed her path. Her presence in our lives was a gift. Xoxo
Shelley Terry
April 4, 2025
I have no words for the impact Nina made on my boys except - EXCEPTIONAL & UNFORGETTABLE! I couldn't find a photo but found their First week of Kindergarten booklets and the card Nina gave to each of her students when they graduated 5th grade. We are all so blessed to have encountered this beautiful soul!
Helene Weingarten
April 2, 2025
Nina was truly a very special woman. She was an incredible teacher and colleague/friend. Anyone who was fortunate to know her and was blessed. Nina was a joy to work with and a very special caring teacher to my son. May she rest in peace and she will always have a special place in my heart.
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Maxine Williams
April 2, 2025
Nina Kovachy was such a rare gem in life. If you had her as a teacher, you were truly blessed to have the best. If you´re were a colleague, you were honored to be able to work with a model teacher. Matthew and Andrew won the lottery to be able to call her Mom. I had the privilege to be able to call her my dear friend. Miss you
Judy Swartz
April 1, 2025
God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Camille Orr
March 31, 2025
Thank you for your unwavering love and commitment even upon retirement to the scholars at Maplewood Elementary. Your impact will last for generations. Love Camille Orr and your Maplewood family.
Jeff Reynolds
March 31, 2025
Have fond memories of visiting in the summers and always seeing her memorabilia in the dolphin room.
Much love and glad to call her my aunt!!
Marti Horn
March 31, 2025
Mrs. Kovachy will forever be my favorite teacher. She will be dearly missed, but I am so grateful that I was able to be taught by such an amazing person. Thank you for everything Mrs. Kovachy
Linda Cote
March 31, 2025
There are no words to describe this beautiful woman. When God created teachers she surely was one. Loved by people she worked with and she was loved by so many students . I was blessed to know her all those years. Prayers to her family. she will be missed
Linda Trimble
March 31, 2025
You will be missed Nina. Rest in Peace. We love you. Linda Trimble.
Joshua Dubrow
March 29, 2025
Nina (aka Mrs Kovachy) was another mom to us. We spent hours in her home during high school and beyond. We could talk with her about Miami sports or whatever was going on in life. And there were often homemade tasty treats on hand. We were lucky to spend so many special moments with her and the family including both of her son's weddings, her retirement party, Thanksgivings and even Christmas dinner at the always welcoming Kovachy residence. I'm so happy my kids got to know her. They looked forward to delicious baked goods sometimes magically appearing at our doorstep. Nina was an amazing lady for a lot of reasons. She was an incredible educator and Mom. But the thing that stands out to me is how welcome I always felt in her home. She will be missed.
Stacie Smith
March 29, 2025
So difficult to find the words of condolence. Sending love and hugs during this difficult time. Stacie Smith and Family
Sandy Reynolds
March 29, 2025
Nina was my friend before she was my sister-in-law. She was a great friend and such a great sister-in-law and aunt to our children. I know you are at peace now. Love you!
Kelly Duguid
March 28, 2025
She was a beautiful and thoughtful mother who loved her son, Andrew, so much! Her visits to Lakeland were so precious.
Terri Willis (Reynolds)
March 28, 2025
My best memories of my Aunt Nina are playing football in our backyard while being all dressed up, along with her love of owls and anything Dolphins related! I love you Aunt Nina!
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