Laura I. Kovach, 83, of Kenosha, passed away peacefully at her home on Saturday, November 10th, 2007. Born on February 27, 1924, in Kenosha, she was a daughter of the late Giovanni and Elvira (DeAngelis) Travanty. As a lifelong resident of Kenosha, she attended Bain Elementary School, McKinley Jr. High School, and Mary D. Bradford High School. Laura worked as a waitress at Krok's restaurant for twenty-nine faithful years. On top of that, she continued to carry on her passion for cooking and serving people in any way that she could. Her passion for helping others aside, she will be remembered most for her wonderful homemade Italian cooking, holiday cookies, and her warm, generous, caring heart. While Laura loved spending time in her garden, she was most passionate about taking care of her family and spending time with her great-grandchildren. She will be sorely missed by all. Surviving members of her family are her two brothers, Angelo Travanty of Kenosha and Daniel J. Travanti of Lake Forest; three daughters, Patricia (Robert) Regner, Nancy Kovach, and Kathleen Kovach, all of Kenosha; two grandchildren, Christina (Scott) Kennow of Pleasant Prairie and Amy (Michael) Braun of Glendale, AZ; and her two great-grandchildren, Kailey and Riley Kennow of Pleasant Prairie. She was preceded in death by her husband, William H. Kovach; two siblings, Emma Bertelle and Robert Travanty; and her parents, Giovanni and Elvira Travanty. The family would like to express sincere gratitude to Dr. Malik Bandealy, Jamie Cairo MSN, and their compassionate staff for going above and beyond in their wonderful support and care of Laura during this difficult time. We would also like to thank Hospice Alliance and St. Catherine’s nurses for their compassionate service as well. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, November 13th, at the Proko Funeral Home at 1:00 pm. Laura will be laid to rest in St. George Cemetery. Visitation will be Monday evening at Proko Funeral Home from 5:00 pm until 8:00 pm.Proko Funeral Home & Crematory5111-60th StreetKenosha, WI 53144Phone: (262) 654-3533Visit Laura's Online Memorial Book at:www.prokofuneralhome.com
Condolences
Ron & Janet Kuryanowicz
November 20, 2007
Kathy, Janet and I were saddened to hear of your Moms passing. We remember that she was THEE greatest waitress ever, anywhere. Our prayers are with you and the rest of the family.
Kris Barnes
November 14, 2007
Kathy & Nancy,Your Mom was such a sweet lady she would brighten my day when she and Nancy would stop in the store. My thoughts and prayers will always be with you. Sorry I couldn't make the service I had to work I really had wished I could have been there for you as you were for me.
BARBARA CAYO
November 14, 2007
KATHY, NANCY AND PAT,I WAS SO SORRY TO READ OF YOUR LOSS. YOUR MOM WAS A GREAT LADY.MY LOVE AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU.BARB
Grace Merrill [McCormack}
November 13, 2007
Dear Family of Laura, I was very sadden to hear of your loss of your Mom and beloved sister. Laura was a wonderful person. I knew her for many years as a pt. of Dr Andrew Przlomski. We both loved her very much. Nancy you were always with her and never left my office with out giving me a hug. I moved up north as did Dr Przlomski and after a few years completely loss track of you all. But that does not mean I ever ever forgot you. Please accept my love and prayers at this time for your whole family. May God bless you all. Grace Merrill
TOM STELL
November 13, 2007
Ange please accept my condolences for the loss of your sister. You know Emma was the best I ever had. Tom
Jacki (Cimon) Jackson
November 13, 2007
Laura was a wonderful mother and a loving, caring person. Her friendship was deeply cherished by my mother, Verna (Cimon) Anderson, until her passing in 1992. My deepest sympathies to Laura's family and I will keep you in my prayers during this difficult time. God bless you.
Patty (Tutka) Terry
November 13, 2007
My deepest sympathy to Laura's entire family. I have wonderful memories as a youngster of pool parties and her wonderful cooking! I'm blessed to have known her through the longtime friendship & being a co worker with my mom (Nellie) at Kroks. May God Bless you.
Karen Reich
November 12, 2007
Dear Kathy,So sorry to read about your mom. Thinking of you and hope you are o.k. My sympathy to you old friend!!!xoxoxo Karen
Heidi Jones
November 12, 2007
I am so sorry for all of your losses. Gigi was a great soul who will be sadly missed! It will not be the same at the parties without her there! I am praying for your family!
Rhonda Christianson
November 12, 2007
My deepest condolence to the Kovach Family for their loss. Kathy and Nancy my deepest sympathy on the loss of your mother.Laura will greatly be missed, she was and is one of gods angels, and i am so blessed to have been touched by one of the sweetest angels. with deepest sympathy and heartfelt understanding Rhonda (BigLots)
Timothy Thompkins
November 12, 2007
I would like to express my deepest sympathies to the family. Ms. Kovach was a friend and wonderful neighbor for over 30yrs. All of you will be in our prayers during this time. Her strength and spirit will live on.
James and Mary Lee
November 12, 2007
We are sincerely sorry for your loss. We will be praying for you during this time of grief.Your neighbors,James and Mary Lee
MADELINE & LEROY GIRARD
November 12, 2007
To The Family members of Laura Kovach We am sorry to hear of your loss. (Laura) was a very specail lady. she was loved by so many people.we are going to miss her.we loved her.From The Girard Family
Monika Tutka Wozney
November 12, 2007
My deepest sympathy to the entire family. Laura was such a great lady! My mom (Nellie) always enjoyed their friendship and both Mom and I loved working with Laura at Kroks. She will be missed....
aaron and cynthia beauchamp and family
November 12, 2007
As only a neighbor I would like to say laura was a sweet person, it was always nice to see her smile with a hello and a chat about how she was doing. She will be missed. Our thoughts and prays go out to all the family. sincerely, Aaron,Cindy,Heather,and Cody