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Joseph Kovacs Obituary

Joseph Kovacs
Joseph F. Kovacs, 72, of Whitehall, passed away December 14 in Lehigh Valley Hospital, Allentown. He was married to Paulette (Bloszinsky) Kovacs. Born in Ironton, he was the son of the late Joseph C. and Josephine (Yaremchuk) Kovacs. Having attended Lehigh University, he was a customer service representative for the Eaton, Corp., Michigan. He was a member of St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, Whitehall and a lifetime member of its Holy Name Society. He was a member of the Lehigh Valley Garden Railroad Club as well as the Pocono Mountain Garden Railroad Club. He served his country in the Army National Guard. Survivors: Wife Paulette; daughter, Susan Ladd; son, David Ladd and his wife, Denise; grandchildren, Kyle and Joshua Ladd; a great-granddaughter, Autumn Ladd. He was preceded in death by a brother, Thomas R. Kovacs. Services: 10 a.m. Saturday, December 21, Robert A. Hauke Funeral Home(haukefuneralhome.com), 327 Chestnut St., Coplay followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 a.m., St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, Whitehall. Friends and family may call 7-8:30 p.m. Friday and 9 to 10 a.m. Saturday in the funeral home. Interment, parish cemetery, Whitehall. Contributions: To the church c/o the funeral home 18037.

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Published by The Gazette on Dec. 16, 2013.

Memories and Condolences
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Bonnie (Knotek) Mlasgar

December 27, 2013

Paulette, I am so sorry about the loss of Joe, I just found out from Claire the other day. Joe was a wonderful man, and an inspiration to me in my times of trouble. He will be missed by all as he was a very devoted person, and a true friend. My prayers go out to you, Sue and the family that you get through this rough time and find peace in knowing he is in a better place. God Bless

Fred and Jenny Keiper

December 22, 2013

Paulette and Family,

we are deeply saddened by Joe's passing. The services were beautiful and the meal and camaraderie after unforgettable. Joe was a true friend and will be missed by all.
You all are in our prayers as you cope with what is to come.
Our love and prayers to all of you,

Jeannine Tease

December 21, 2013

Paulette & Family, We are so sorry to hear about Joe. Our deepest sympathy.
Elwood & Kathleen Rumfield
Gary & Jeannine

Rick Karel

December 20, 2013

Joe was a humble man who was very good at his chosen profession. He shared his knowledge with many who were younger including myself at the time. I will always have piece of your thinking in the things I do and you will be missed by your Eaton buddies very much. Condolences to the family.

STEVE & BEVERLY BECKER

December 19, 2013

TO PAULETTE & CHILDREN,
SORRY FOR YOUR LOST,WILL THINK OF JOE OFTEN WHEN TALKING ABOUT CAMPFIRE AND STORIES WHEN WE ALL WERE AT THE LAKE. I WILL MISS ARE TALKS ON THE PHONE. YOU WILL BE MISSED FOR SURE. WILL THINK OF YOU OFTEN.

Neil & Rosemarie Reenock

December 19, 2013

Paulette,
We were sorry to hear that Joe passed away.
May God grant you the strength to get through these difficult days.

December 19, 2013

Paulette, Sue, David & family
We are so sorry for your loss and ours, as well.
We were so fortunate to have Joe in our lives.
We will always cherish the memories of our many camping trips to Key West.
He will be deeply missed.
John & Donna
Jefferson Twp, PA

Barbara Fenstermaker

December 19, 2013

Dear Paulette, Sorry to hear of your loss. Joe was a good guy. You and your family will be in our prayers during this Blessed Holiday Season.

Dale and Barbara Fenstermaker

Chris Jandrs and Family

December 18, 2013

Paulette and Family. So sorry to hear of Joe's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you. He will be missed.

Roger and Cheryl Sinclair

December 18, 2013

Paulette, Sue and family - Roger and I can't express our sympathies enough. Joe's passing went so quickly. I will miss our annual treks to the Hershey craft show with Joe. Joe was always there helping with packages and dropping off us and picking us up at the door. It was enjoyable to watch how he talked to people with ease. It won't be the same without him. He will be missed in our lives.

December 18, 2013

Paulette, Sorry to hear about Joe. Not easy Gal, but hopefully he didn't suffer to long. We didn't even know that he was sick. Our prayers are with you and your family.

We couldn't go South this year either as Don has Stage 4 Liver Cancer. Guess you never know about your health.

God Bless,

Lou and Don Mackenzie
Citrus Ridge

Pam Adams

December 17, 2013

My condolences to Joe's family. He was such a nice man, and I enjoyed working with him. He will be missed.

December 17, 2013

Paulette- We are so sorry for your loss. You are in our prayers. Olga Kulasza, David and Marie Williams and family

Paul Bartlett

December 17, 2013

So sorry to learn of Joe's death. We will miss him at Lehigh Valley Garden Railroaders

LuAnn Rodgers

December 17, 2013

So sad to hear of Joe's passing. I enjoyed working with Joe and the conversations we had when he called into the Galesburg office. My condolences to the family.

Joan Brown

December 17, 2013

Paulette and family: So sorry for your loss of Joe beloved husband, father, friend and team player. We really had some good times at Eaton and since retirement lost touch. But, even as years go by you still have the memories of past good friends.

Joanie Brown

William Showen

December 17, 2013

From the Eaton family: Joe will be greatly missed. He was a great asset, mentor and friend to our team over the years. Our thoughts and prayers go out to Joe's family.

RICK THORPE

December 17, 2013

JOE WAS A GOOD MAN,HAD ALOT OF LAUGHS AND LEARNED ALOT FROM HIM.
RICK POCONO PETERBILT

Jim Baal

December 17, 2013

Very sorry to hear about Joe,the Baal family extended their deepest sympathy.Joe was an excellent teacher and mentor he will be missed.

Jim Baal

The Moyers

December 16, 2013

To our "family", you are in our thoughts. Sorry for your loss. Joe will be missed by all.

Chris and Theresa Riga and Families

December 16, 2013

To all of Joe's family -

We are cousins to all of you, though separated by generations and age. It is sometimes difficult to keep in touch, when all you really have in common is infrequent visits and a distant family tie.

We want you to know that, even though we have been absent from your lives all these years, you are remembered often, and fondly. The memories of Yuzha's (Josephine's) and Joe's house at Christmas time, with all of us there, the Babas around the table, speaking their Polish/Ukrainian dialect.

We remember Yuzha being so proud of all her sons, she could never find enough to say about them. We remember your father, Joe, his tender heart and his never-ending smile.It's no surprise their sons turned out to be the wonderful men they became.

Although we will be unable to attend the services for Joe, we want you to know that you are all in our hearts and prayers at this, and at all times. May they all rest in peace.

December 16, 2013

Paulette and family, our thoughts and prayers are with you. John and Kathy Rechtor Pearland Tx.

Thomas Smith

December 16, 2013

Dear Joe,
I will always fondly remember you as a wonderful person and a great member of the Eaton team. Many fond memories of our days at Eaton will always remain with me.
You will be greatly missed.
God bless my friend!

J Bruce Carita

December 16, 2013

Sorry for the lose. I will missing my cousin very much. My family prayers go out to Paulette and your family.

Lisa Dotter

December 16, 2013

So sorry to here about Joe my thoughts and prayers are with you all

Tami Kroboth-Lintner

December 16, 2013

David,
Sorry for your loss.
Tami Kroboth-Lintner

Danielle Kuhns

December 16, 2013

Paulette, Sue, Dave and Family. Pop Joe was always so kind and thoughtful to all of us. He was so proud to show us his huge train set. Telling us his stories about where he got some and them and what he still wanted to add to it. He is in a better place. He grew his wings and is no longer in pain. He will be greatly missed by all.
With lots of prayers, love and hugs. Rest in Peace,
Pop Joe.
Danielle, Ken, Chad and Megan Kuhns

Vincent & Jeanette Poandl IV

December 16, 2013

Our deepest sympathies go out to the loved ones of Joe. He was great person and will be missed by many. May God Bless you all.

Edna Frantz

December 16, 2013

Paulette and family, We are so sorry for your lose. Joe was a really good neighbor and to hear of his passing is very sad. GOD Bless you and the family. Edna and Doug Frantz

December 16, 2013

Paulette and family we are so sorry for your lose. The Kovacs's and your parents and family where very good neighbors and to hear that Joe has passed is heart breaking. God bless you and the family. Edna and Doug Framily

Henry Kolb

December 16, 2013

Paulette and family, Joe was a classmate of mine. I would talk to him @ the train shop. May Joe rest in peace. I say this with a heavy heart.

Gail Meyers

December 16, 2013

Dave, Denise & Family -
I am so sorry 4 UR Loss. Thoughts & Prayers go out 2 U & UR Family.

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