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Benjamin Kovalcik Obituary
Benjamin B. Ben Kovalcik, 75, of Northampton, PA, died Wednesday, August 15, 2012, at his home surrounded by his loving children. Born in Cementon, PA, he was the son of the late Matthias and Mary (Pisarcik) Kovalcik. Benjamin was employed as a Operating Engineer by the former Lucent Technologies, of Allentown, PA for 44 years before retiring. Along with Lucent, he was a career Navy man serving 27 years in the United States Navy. He achieved the rank of Chief Hull Maintenance Technician retiring in 1993. He was a member of Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Church, Northampton, PA. A life member of the Catholic War Vets, Post #454, Northampton. He was a life member of the Laurel Fire Co. and a member of the American Legion Post #353, Northampton. A former member of the Slovak Club, Cementon, PA. He was a former co-chair of the Cement Belt Fairand Past President of the Cementon Playground for six years. He was an avid golfer, runner, and he enjoyed skiing and fishing. He was a member of the Telephone Pioneers. Benjamin was a member of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, Local #1522. He was a member of the Loeser Assoc. DE680 and a member of the Naval Enlisted Reserve Assoc. He was also a member of the Black Diamond Branch #115 Fleet Reserve Assoc. He graduated from the Hokendauqua High School in 1955. Survivors: He is survived by his daughter, Colleen A., wife of Braxton Besz of Allentown; two sons, Benjamin M. and wife Jennifer Kovalcik of Whitehall, Matthew D. Kovalcik of Whitehall; four sisters, Mary Kovalcik and Johanna A. Fabik, both of Whitehall, Bernadine M. Kradiel of Hellertown, Hermina, wife of William Braerman of Aberdeen, MD; two brothers, Edward S. Kovalchik and wife Jenny and Joseph Kovalchik and wife Shirley, all of Northampton; three grandchildren, Avery, Brooklyn, and Evan. Ben was predeceased by four brothers, Charles T., Matthew P., Paul F., and Cyril M., and a sister, Caroline Fella. Services: A Mass of Christian burial is scheduled for 10 a.m. Monday August 20, 2012 at Assumption Blessed Virgin Mary Church, 22nd St. and Washington Ave., Northampton, PA. 18067. With Calling Hours Sunday August 19, 2012, 7 to 8:30 p.m. and Monday August 20, 2012 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. both at the Schisler Funeral Home, 2119 Washington Ave., Northampton, PA. 18067. Interment with Military Honors will follow at the parish Cemetery in Northampton, PA. Contributions: May be made to the Wounded Warriors Fund c/o the funeral home.The children request you to wear you favorite Golf Shirt for Sundays visitation. Online condolences may be offered to the family at www.schislerfuneralhomes.com.
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ED and JEAN BROWN
August 20, 2012
To the family of Ben ...sorry for your loss ..working with him at Lucent and our talks will always be remember..then his son,s wedding to our niece Jen ..prayers to the family
August 19, 2012
To the Kovalcik family,
Our thoughts are with you at this time of loss.
Denis,Patty and Aoife Kearney
Gerri Fella Stracqualursi
August 18, 2012
To Benny's entire family,
My deepest sympathy to allof you. May the wonderful memories you have of him embrace you during times of sorrow.
Joe Laudenberger
August 17, 2012
To the Kovalchick Family
I was so sorry to hear of the loss of Ben. I worked with him at Lucent and played golf with him on many occasions. My thoughts and prayers go out to all of you.
DAWN LEESER
August 17, 2012
BEN WAS A REMARKABLY NICE MAN WHOM I REMEMBER WHEN GROWING UP. HE ALWAYS HAD A SMILE ON HIS FACE. MAY HE REST IN PEACE IN THE LORDS HANDS
nanci mulzet
August 16, 2012
To the Kovalcik family,
So sorry to hear that Benny passed away. He was a really nice guy
In sympathy,
Nanci Mulzet
Bob and Laura Solderich
August 16, 2012
So so Sorry.
Trish Rothdeutsch
August 16, 2012
Ben,
My Deepest sympathies to you and your family.Thoughts and prayers go out to all of you.
Mark Evans
August 16, 2012
colleen,ben,and matt
may the peace which comes from the memories of love shared,comfort you now and in the days ahead.
cousin mark and tammy evans
Leanne Toth
August 16, 2012
Colleen and family,
I am sorry to hear of the loss of your father. May God strengthen and comfort you during this difficult time. No one truly ever dies who lives on in the memory of others.
Ronald & Loretta Strisofsky
August 16, 2012
Please accept our deepest sympathies.
Jan & Scott Bartman
August 16, 2012
To the entire Kovalcik Family,
Our deepest sympathy is with all of you at this most difficult time. Please know that our prayers are with you.
Sandi DiLeo-Bernhard
August 16, 2012
Colly, Ben and Matty and families, Dennis and I are sorry about your Dad. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time.
Richard Lehr
August 16, 2012
To the Kovalcik Family,
My deepest sympathy for your loss. I worked at Lucent and I also served with Ben in the Navy @ the Phila. Naval Shipyard. He was a great guy.
Jylene Stanley
August 16, 2012
Colleen, Ben and Matt,
I am so sorry for your loss. May you cherish the memories that you all have in your hearts forever.
Phil Stanley
August 16, 2012
To the Kovalcik Family,
Deepest sympathies for your loss of your dad. He was a great guy and we had some good laughs over the years.
He will be missed.
Cynthia Kradjel and family
August 16, 2012
Dear Colleen, Ben and Matt
It is with tears in my eyes that I send my deepest sympathies for the loss of your father. I have always admired him and he will sorely missed.
MARY ANN DAGON
August 16, 2012
REST IN PEACE MY DEAR FRIEND.
Lisa (Derkits) Garver
August 16, 2012
Dear Kovalcik Family,
Our hearts go out to you all at this difficult time. May you find love & peace in the arms of God & please know that your family will be in our thoughts & prayers as you celebrate Ben's life here on earth & as he goes on to his place in heaven.
Deepest Sympathy.
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