Emil Michael Jonovic

Emil Michael Jonovic obituary, The Villages, FL

Emil Michael Jonovic

Emil Jonovic Obituary

Emil Jonovic, 71, passed away peacefully on March 17th, 2026, in The Villages, Florida, following an extended illness.

Emil left behind a wife, Sherry Jonovic, a daughter, Eron Schoolcraft of South Carolina, a stepson Adrian McClellan of Florida, a grandson Aria Schoolcraft of South Carolina, and a grandson Michael S. Ruth of Florida, a sister Shirley Reeds of Michigan and a brother, Chuck Jonovic of St. Croix, USVI.

Emil enjoyed a rewarding career as a custom stair builder in Palm Beach County, Florida. He was an avid fisherman and outdoorsman .Emil loved spending his retirement years driving his golf cart everywhere, and fishing. He will be missed by all who loved him.

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