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ANDREW KOVACS Obituary
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Andrew F. Kovacs, 65 passed away peacefully, Wednesday, February 24, 2010 after a long battle with Cancer. Andrew moved to Fort Myers from Michigan in 1954, graduated from Fort Myers High School in 1963 and served 4 years in the US Navy from1964 to 1968. Andy was the owner and operator of Andy's TV and Video for many years, was a fire commissioner with the McGregor-Iona District for 12 years and for the past 3 years was employed by the Lee County Sheriff's Department.
He is survived by his loving wife, Jeanette Kovacs, two step-daughters, Annette (Joe) Renfroe and Kim (Dave) Dunsmore of Fort Myers, his sister, Carol Juliano of Sebring, FL, his brother, William Kovacs of Ft. Myers and 6 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild.
Services will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, please send donation to Hope Hospice or the American Cancer Society.
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Memories and Condolences
for ANDREW KOVACS
March 20, 2010
Andy,
You have found the roof not that this is how i wanted you to find the roof. You were suppose to only find it on the touch panel at the CORE. You are now not in pain or discomfort. May god bless you and your family at this time sorrow. You are greatly missed.
Patty Froebe
Your former Supervisor and FTO and Friend. Ft Myers, Fl
March 16, 2010
Andy, my friend you are gone but will never be forgotten your spirit lives on in your
family and friends who knew you and loved you.You were such a kind and gentle man always with a smile, no matter how bad you felt you always said i'm okay , what an out look you had.I know your Mom and Grandma welcomed you into their arms and gave you the peace and comfort you so deserved. May God grant your family peace and comfort also.
Linda
Deputy William Hicks
March 2, 2010
Jeanette,
Although it's difficult today to see beyond the sorrow, May looking back in memory help comfort you tomorrow.
While we are mourning the loss of our co-worker and friend, others are rejoicing to meet him in.
Tears are God’s gift to us. They heal us as they flow
His Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal.
Mr. Kovacs will truly be missed
With Deepest Sympathy
Joe Bell
March 1, 2010
I never had the chance to work with Andy but have only heard good things about him. I am truly sorry for your loss.
Charlie Cook
March 1, 2010
So sorry to hear about Andy. I went to shool with George and meet Andy when they has the Speed Shop in the early 70's. I'll alway remember the times we hung out in their drive way at night working on race cars,Rideing three wheels,and going to the races. Andy was even in my wedding. Andy and Billy was like brothers to me. I will deeply miss Andy very much. As everyone else that know Andy.
Ivette Fernandez
March 1, 2010
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Melissa Monhollen
March 1, 2010
I had the great pleasure of meeting Andy a few years ago when he started at LCSO. He was always cheerful and loved his job! His happiness and caring nature touched everyone around him. I can assure you that A nights will not be the same without Andy! He will be missed by all who knew him and I am utterly grateful that I had the chance to know such a great man! May God Bless.
Mia Rodgers
March 1, 2010
Mr. Kovacs will truly be missed but will always remain in our hearts. I will always cherish the respect and honesty shared by Mr. Kovacs on those longs nights we shared at the Core. Jeanette as I have already stated before, if you need assistance with anything feel free to call anytime. May God continue to comfort and keep you is my prayer.
Tammy Goodwin
March 1, 2010
My name is Tammy Brantley Goodwin - my dad is George Brantley, Jr. & my grandfather was George Brantley, Sr. My family loves the Kovacs family, and I remember hearing many great stories from the Boy Scout days, among many others. We are praying for your entire family during this difficult time. Andy will be missed.
Joan Ambrose
March 1, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Andy touched many lives with kindness and love. He will be truly missed.
C Jamison
March 1, 2010
Andy will be dearly missed by all who knew him. Everyone he came in contact with has been impacted by his great sense of humor, intelligence, and love for life. He may have passed physically but spiritually he lives on. Whether that be here on earth to remain close to his loved ones or up in the heavens with the Lord himself. Andy still lives on. ^^
Anna Cruz
February 28, 2010
Kovacs was a very nice man and a great person to work with. He always had a smile on his face and I loved his laugh. I want to extend my sympathy to the Kovacs family. He will be missed but not forgotten.
Susan & Michael Valenzuela
February 28, 2010
Andy was one of a kind. He was such a nice and good-hearted person. I'm glad I had the pleasure to have known him. We will miss him so much.
Aquila
February 28, 2010
I only knew you in passing. Sweetness was always associated with you. May your journey be blessed as the Angels greet you.
Tammy Smith
February 28, 2010
I worked with Andy for six months at the CORE (LCSO) and he was such a delight! He always had a smile on his face and a kind word for everyone. I am glad I was blessed to know him, if only for a short time. Thank you, Andy for bring joy to our lives!!
Bob Harley
February 28, 2010
Sincere condolences to the Kovacs family. I fondly remember the many times Andy, Bill and I went to Brandenton to race together. If we went on a Sunday, his mom would be with us and we would all share a meal together. Those times have a special place in my memories. Bob Harley
Jeanette Kovacs
February 28, 2010
I want to thank all of you that was there for us. I want to give special
thanks to my two sisters and Andy's
brother Bill for all the surport they
have given us. My thanks also goes out to his peeps at the Sheriff's Dept. Andy will be missed so much by all that knew him. Thank all of you for being there.
Annette
February 27, 2010
There was no one before him and there will no one after him that measures up to the kind of man he was. He will be missed.
Paula Zirnheld
February 27, 2010
I worked with Andy at the sheriff's department for the last three years. He was such a strong and loving influence on all of us on our shift. He was our "papa!" We will miss you dearly Andy! You are our angel now! God bless You and God bless your family!!!
Jim Geren
February 27, 2010
The entire Kovacs family has been part of my families life. We met in the early 60's and have been friends ever since. George graduated with me. Andy was a great person, always willing to help. Many times coming to my parents house to fix their tv. Andy will be missed by all. God bless you all.
Kim Dunsmore
February 27, 2010
Andy was a great influence and a great father figure. I have been blessed to have had him in my life. He will be missed greatly and always be in my heart. God Bless to everyone who knew him.
Joyce
February 27, 2010
It was a privilege for me to know Andy. He was a kind person who could be at your house in 10 minutes if you needed assistance with something. He loved his family dearly. And he loved his friends. In return he was loved dearly. Jeamette, you were the best care giver that anyone could ever want. No one could have come close to taking care of Andy the way you did. It was difficult, I know. I witnessed all the things you needed to do for him. But you did all this because you loved him. You were greatly loved by him in return. May your good memories overcome your grief.
Benjamin Davis
February 27, 2010
So sorry to hear this about Andy.I remember him and his younger brother Billy from years ago,Cypress Lake High,etc.
Rest in peace Andy.
Richard Johnston Jr
February 27, 2010
Mrs. Kovacs
I read with great sadness the news of Andy's passing. Even though it has been many years since I have seen him he played an instrumental role in my life. He was an assistant scout master at Troop 73 at the Orangewood School in the late 60s and early 70s. Without his leadership I would not be the person I am today. Andy was a role model for me and is part of my life even today. I know this time is difficult and you have my deepest sympathies and prayers. Know that he lives on in the lives of the men he shaped during his lifetime.
Richard Johnston Jr
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