John E. “Jack” Kovalyak, 81
March 16, 2011
John E. “Jack” Kovalyak, 81, Punxsutawney, died Wednesday, March 16, 2011, at Jefferson Manor, Brookville.
He was born Nov. 24, 1929, in Punxsutawney, a son of the late John and Anna (Kallas) Kovalyak.
He was married to Shirley (Dorworth) Kovalyak, who preceded him in death. They were married Aug. 30, 1952.
Mr. Kovalyak was a member of Ss. Peter & Paul Byznatine Church.
He enjoyed vegetable and flower gardening. He was hard-working and independent all his life, and was very fond of his four-legged friends, especially his dog, Roxy.
Surviving relatives include four nephews and four nieces.
In addition to his wife and parents, he was preceded in death by a daughter, LuAnn Blaniar; three brothers, Rudy Kovalyak, George Kovalyak and Joseph Kovalyak; and three sisters, Mary Ronko, Helen Mikelonis and Martha Hibbard.
A Funeral Liturgy will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, March 26, 2011, at Ss. Peter & Paul Byzantine Church with Fr. Simeon Sibenik as celebrant.
Interment will follow at Ss. Peter & Paul Byzantine Cemetery.
Donations may be made in Mr. Kovalyak’s name to the charity of the donor’s choice.
Online condolences may be made at mccabefuneralhomes.com.
