John Kovacovich

John Kovacovich, 84, resident of Cornville; and life-long resident of the Verde Valley, passed away at Sedona Winds on Friday, April 18, 2008. He was the son of Nick and Manda (Balen) Kovacovich and was born in Middle Verde, Arizona on January 6, 1924. John was a WWII Navy Veteran, where he served as an Aviation Ordnance Man in the Pacific Theater of War. He was a charter member of the Camp Verde Cavalry; as well as, a board member of the Verde Valley Water Users. Professionally, John was self employed as a heavy equipment operator. John also enjoyed dancing. He leaves behind his wife of 40 years, Mary "Meg" Kovacovich; he was the father of four children and five step-children, Steve Wedgworth, Bob Wedgworth, Walt Kovacovich, Grace Neal, Ann Wedgworth, Betty Kovacovich, Martha Wedgworth, Jane Crummett, and Jeanne Kovacovich; he was also the grandfather of five, and great-grandfather of three. John is also survived by his brother, George Kovacovich; and his sister, Rosey Lacy. A Memorial Mass with be held at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church; where John was a member on Saturday, April 26, 2008 at 10:00am. In lieu of flowers, please make donations made in his name to the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church-Building Fund, 700 N. Bill Gray Rd., Cottonwood, Arizona 86326. An online guestbook is available at www.westcottfuneralhome.com