Joseph Kovach

Joseph Anthony Kovach, age 65, of Jenison, was called to his heavenly home surrounded by his loving family on Saturday, September 21, 2019.  He was preceded in death by his parents, Alex and Addie Kovach; brother, Dennis Kovach; and niece, Denise Weaver.  He will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 44 years, Christine; children, Amanda and Christopher Fleck, Jason and Lisa Kovach, Anne and Walter Scott; grandchildren, Olivia and Elijah Fleck, Tyler Scott, Arianna, Collin, Bailey Kovach; sister, Judy and Jim Sinkiewicz; nieces, Jamie and David Stacey, Kelly Sinkiewicz; sister-in-law, Carol and Paul Swan.  Joe was a warm, loving, caring husband, father and grandfather.  He thoroughly enjoyed his work and being active until he was diagnosed with MS.  Even then, he wanted to contribute to chores around the house and was seen mowing the lawn on his riding mower with his walker parked on top.  Joe enjoyed playing games with the kids and grandkids and taught them how to play Euchre and Pinochle.  He loved watching Notre Dame football and science fiction movies.  Joe was a devoted Catholic and attended mass as often as possible.  A mass of Christian burial will be held on Saturday, September 28, 2019 11 am at Holy Redeemer Catholic Parish, 2700 Baldwin St., Jenison, 49428 with Fr. Colin Mulhall presiding.  Interment Holy Cross Cemetery.  Relatives and friends may meet the family Friday 4 to 8 pm with a vigil being held at 7:30 pm at Matthysse-Kuiper-DeGraaf Funeral Home (Grandville) 4145 Chicago Dr. SW.  Those who wish may make memorial contributions to Faith Hospice.