09/27/2026
With heavy hearts the Elm Hill Hose Co. Station 3, announces the passing of former member Jack Kovach. Please keep the Kovach family in your thoughts and prayers during their time of grief.
Our deepest sympathies are with the Kovach family.
🙏🏻John Paul Kovach, Sr., 73, of Larksville, Pa., died Friday, Sept. 18th, 2026, surrounded by his loving friends and family.
Jackie Kovach was born January 5th, 1953, to the late Paul and Marie Kovach in Wilkes-Barre, PA. Jackie grew up in Plymouth, Pa., with his 4 brothers Paul, Ritchie, George, and Charlie.
In 1970, he graduated from West Side Career and Technology Center from the Electrical program. He was a proud member of the school’s first full four-year graduating class. After graduation, he worked at the Lumis Electric in Wilkes-Barre, PA. In 1972, he married his long time sweetheart Patty Kovach, where they then welcomed their two children Tracey Ann (1973) and John Paul Junior (1976). Jackie and Patty soon opened Happy Pizza in 1974 located in Wyoming, PA, where they then moved to Plymouth, where they have been serving their beloved customers ever since. John Paul and Patty who have resided in Larksville, since 1993, welcomed their 4 beloved grandchildren, August (1998), RitaLynn (2003), John Paul III (2004) and Lilliann (2006).
Jackie Kovach was known for many things from his quick witted responses, to his love of hobbies. Jackie was an avid fan of camping, watching Hallmark Movies (from July until January of the next year.) He was a man of compassion and generosity with everything he did throughout his life. John Paul Kovach belonged to the Elm Hill Hose Co. #3 and was a contributing member of the Plymouth Fire Co. #1- Rescue Unit until his passing. Jackie was a man of many jokes whether it was over the phone or in conversation. He contributed his time to the Code Enforcement offices of Plymouth and Larksville and would help with anything when needed. Jackie was proud of the towns he called home. He loved camping at Moon Lake and Francis Slocum, and going on long rides with his trusted Harley Davidson motorcycle. He also loved taking trips to Jim Thorpe with his wife to go on train rides, as he was an avid train lover. They also had a passion for cruises, where they saw places such as Alaska, The Caribbean, and Canada. He was most proud of his grandchildren, and loved attending all of their various sporting and other extra curricular events.
John Paul Kovach is survived by His loving Wife, Patty Kovach, His two children, Tracey Ann Kovach Palchanis (Robert Palchanis), John Paul Kovach Junior, His 4 Grandchildren August, Ritalynn, Lilliann (Austin Adams), John Paul Kovach III and his loving dog Johnny Rocket. He is also survived by his loving brothers and sisters-in-law. Nieces, Nephews, and close family friends.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Paul and Marie Kovach, his brothers Ritchie and George, and his beloved dog Queenie
Interment is private.
There will be a Mass at St. John the Baptist Church in Larksville, PA, on Tuesday, September 29th, at 10:30 am. Anyone who knew and loved him is welcome to attend the Mass.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Lost Ball Canine Rescue (501c3), 228 Lost Ball Road, Tallulah, Louisiana 71282.
A special thanks to his friend Paul Reese, for always visiting him and checking on him. Also, a special thanks to the nurses at Allied Services – Hospice Center for their care and compassion during the time there.
As my grandpa always said before the day was done “Alexa, turn the tv room lights off.”
Arrangements by Kielty-Moran Funeral Home, Plymouth.
