John C. Kovach 1953-2025

John was born June 2, 1953, in Youngstown, a son of the late John and Helen Demidovich Kovach.

He was a 1971 graduate of Boardman High School and was a skilled tradesman who took great pride in his work. Along with his family, John was a member of St. Charles Church.

He loved spending time cheering on The Ohio State Buckeyes. One of his greatest joys was gathering friends and family for a good meal and an ice cold “Johnny K. Special.” His most proud title was that of “Papa Gone” given by his grandchildren, Mac and Isla.

John leaves behind to cherish his memory his daughter, Alissa (Mark) Sahli; brothers, James (Micki) Kovach and Tom Kovach; grandchildren, Macsen and Isla Sahli; nieces, Krista (Matt) Schmied and Lauren Flauto; nephew, Matt Schmied; four-great nephews; and his beloved girlfriend, Linda Clark, and her family.

He was preceded in death by his brother, Charles Kovach.

Family and friends can call from 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, July 2, 2025, at the Fox Funeral Home, 4700 Market St., Boardman.

There will be a Mass of Christian Burial at 1 p.m. Thursday, July 3, 2025, at St. Catherine of Siena Parish, St. Charles Church.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the Edward J. Fox & Sons Funeral Home, 4700 Market St., Boardman.

Family and friends may visit www.foxfuneralhome.org to view this obituary and to give condolences to the Kovach family.

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