William Kovaleski

Dear Katie,

 

Thinking of you and your family. We remember your dad's beautiful smile and friendly manner.

 

 

Debbie and family,

 

So sorry to hear of your loss.     You and the family are in my thoughts and prayers.   Over the years, we have lost touch but at times like this just know I wish I were there to give you a hug and let you know I care.    Call me if you need to talk.    I would love to hear from you and be there for you.

 

Love

Sandy

Kovaleski's:  You know I would be there if I could. I am recovering from an appondectomy and still under Dr.'s care!

Our contact began with DSC, through school, band with Patti and on...............

He was born four year before me in the Herrin hospital!

His care for the Salukis (original trainer of the mascoty?)was one that always interested me!

His work for the club, the Mr. Fix-it and go getter made working with him so much fun!

I'll also miss the golf time we had.

He is healed, getting heaven straightend out as engineers do, and playing the Eternal Eighteen!

Love to all and our prayers and thoughts are there (and so is Bill, I hope.)  Love ya'

I am sorry for your loss. I  enjoyed seeing Tony at church because he always had something to say that gave me a smile. May the peace that we have in Jesus fill you at this time.

What a joy it was to meet Tony and his family at our Pyramid Picture event at SIU.  I could almost feel my Dad's presence.

How proud he was of ALL the fellows he coached at SINU/SIU and fondly referred to them as "His Boys'

Tony's courage and determination represented the what Dad called "the stuff MEN are made of".

When Dad left us in 1964, our pastor read a portion of a wonderful poem. It spoke of the "The Race Well Run"

Tony certainly showed us all that even the final "race" can be graciously and courageously "run".

We send Saluki pride, comfort and HUGS to each of you close to him!   Dede

Tony was a good will ambassador to all who knew him at Mitsubishi. He was a make it happen kind of guy and his expertise was well recognized. I had the pleasure of knowing and working with him on many occasions. He was a loyal friend.

Take pride in knowing Tony was proud to talk about his family, always keeping you in the front of his mind in the many conversations we had about life after work.

In his life Tony cast a long shadow as he lead the way for many others. Friends like Tony are rare and treasured. His light will shine within you forever.

Find strength in knowing how much he loved you and the family pride he held within his heart.

I'm sorry to hear of Tony's passing. My fondest memories are of him at Mitsubishi working on the equipment that went awry from time to time. We always shared jokes and would say things like, "We're having so much fun now that I'm gonna start passin' out Tootsie Roll Pops!" Tony & Deb would often meet me at the Decatur Celebration and we would seem to always end up at the Shrimp on a Stick stand. That was one of his favorites I believe. My condolences to his family.
Philippians 4:7 And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.

Tony was full of humor and love.....all will miss him.  Rest in Gods arms now Tony.  Peace and comfort to his family.