George Henry Kovacs Jr.

September 28, 1938 - December 20, 2018

It is with great sadness that the family of George Henry Kovacs, Jr. announce his passing after a long fight with cancer on Thursday, December 20, 2018 at the age of 80. George was born and raised from the Irish Channel. He served in the Navy in his younger years. He was an avid bowler. He, also, coached for the kids. He was someone who loved his family dearly. George will be lovingly remembered by his children, Melissa, Christine, and Gary Kovacs (Amy). George will also be fondly remembered by his grandchild Logan Kovacs, brother Richard Kovacs, Sr., and sister Merleine Castillo. George was preceded in death by his loving wife Lucille “Lucy” Kovacs, sisters Marilyn Morvant, Linda Kovacs, and Gladys Kavanaugh. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the visitation at St. Mary Magdalen Catholic Church, 6425 West Metairie Ave, Metairie, LA 70003 on Friday, December 28, 2018 from 9:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. with the Funeral Mass to immediately follow at 11:00 a.m. with Father Chris De Lerno officiating. Interment in Greenwood Cemetery.