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Joseph Kovach Obituary
He was born June 21, 1956 in Akron, Ohio. Joe graduated from Garfield High School in 1974. He made his living as a journalist first working as a reporter for the Ashtabula Star Beacon. He came back to the Akron based Babcox Publications as a writer and eventually as editor of several of their magazines such as Import Car. He later moved to Michigan and was employed for 15 years by Crain Communications where he was an editor for Auto Week Magazine. As a writer, Joe loved words and loved to read. He was an avid sports fan with a special love for the Cleveland Indians. Joe will be missed by his family and friends.
He was preceded in death by his father, John (Yotz). He is survived by his mother, Mary; and sister, Cindy Kovach of Akron; brothers, Tom and John (Kris) Kovach; niece, Ava; and nephew, Sevi of Austin, Texas; and many cousins.
Joe's family is grateful for the people who cared for him during his illness including the therapists at Bath Manor, the staff at Arden Court especially his guardian angel Ren, and the staff at Hickory Ridge Nursing home. At the end, Joe received care and support from the staff at City Hospital's Acute Palliative Care Unit especially from his cousin and good buddy, Mike Klein; who is a nurse practitioner there.
Cremation has taken place. A Memorial Mass will be held on Wednesday, October 3, 2012 at 11 a.m. at St. Vincent Catholic Church, 164 W. Market St. in Akron. Fr. Joseph Kraker celebrant. Further interment will be private and held at the convenience of the family.
(Anthony, Akron, 330-724-1281, www.anthonyfh.com)
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for Joseph Kovach
Lori Gingold
October 6, 2012
To Joe's Family,
I knew Joe when he worked for Babcox Publications, as editor of Import Car. He was very kind, polite and a bit shy at times, but we enjoyed each other's company. The news of his illness at such a young age was hard to accept. He will remain in my thoughts and you are all in my prayers.
Gloria Harkless
October 4, 2012
My prayers are with you family, while I did not know Joe, I knew Cindy from school. He was an accomplished writer, a skill that is wonderful trait.
Theresa Roten-Fail
October 3, 2012
Mary,Cindy, Tommy, and Johnnie,
I am so sorry to hear about Joey. Growing up,I remember him as such a nice boy who was polite and kind to everyone. My mom and dad thought the world of him. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time.
October 2, 2012
Rest well, Mr. Joe. We'll remember, and always spell check.
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NORMA Henson Family
October 2, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family
October 2, 2012
You are missed, Joe. Carrie Roca
Betty Kovach
October 2, 2012
Joe was a wonderful nephew. He spent a lot of time at our home as he was growing up. He was always polite and a lot of fun to be around. His last years were painful. We will miss him very much. Love, Aunt Betty
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