Obituary of Martin Koval

Martin Koval of Asbury, NJ died Tuesday, April 3, 2007 at his residence in Asbury, NJ at the age of 84. Born March 24, 1923 in Asbury, NJ, he was the son of the late Martin and the late Frances (Cielezsczyn) Koval. Martin was a lifelong resident of Asbury. He loved to fish, hunt, and spend time with his family. He was a laborer, employed by Local #472, Laborers International Union Of North America. He was predeceased by his Wife, Kathleen Groover, brother, Joseph Koval, Brother, John Koval, Brother, Michael Koval, Brother, Casper Koval and Sister, Rose Martin Military: He served in the US Army during WWII as a Private First Class Survivors: Daughter: Sandra Britt & Husband Olin Plant City, FL Son: MartinP. Koval & Wife Elaine Oxford, NJ Nephew: John Koval Grandson: Brian Koval & Wife Ali Grandson: Scott Koval Granddaughter: Melissa Olague & Husband Joe Grandson: John Britt & Wife Nora Grandson: Matthew Britt 8 Great-grandchildren Services: Friends may call Thursday from 10:00 am to 11:00 am. At DeVoe Funeral Services, Inc. Funeral service will be held Thursday at 11:00 am at DeVoe Funeral Service Inc., 136 West Washington Ave, Washington Interment will be Thursday in Musconetcong Valley Cemetery, Hampton, NJ. Memorials: Online condolences may be expressed at www.devoefuneral.com. Tributes: Our thoughts and prayers are with all of Mr. Koval's family. He was a great person and we will miss him. - Howard Lacey, Betty Lacey & Dale, and Cathy & Mike Horvath Tribute from: Ronald Brazell May the suvivers know that Martin is in a better place and take comfort in knowing Martin on a daily basis. Dear Marty, Elaine, Scotty, Brian, Ali and girls, So sorry to hear about your father and pop-pop. There are never the right words to say when you lose such a wonderful person as your dad and pop-pop. What a great guy and alot of fun to be around. It has been a pleasure knowing him and a great team sport player at all the picnics, he will be missed!! Our thoughts and prayers with you all!!!!!!!!!!!! Love from the McDonoughs' John, Peg, Lindsey & Patrick Tribute from: The Flahertys To Our Friend To our friend who is near To our friend who's always been here To whom our children always said "Let's Go, To Martin's house, you know?! To the man who took the walks after Bob's runs and they would talk To the garden that he grew he always taught me something new To hanging out by the fire, or the pond, the patio or higher Seeing him in a day or two weeks he knows our kiss upon his cheeks He left fo fast for us to say that we'll miss him in every way We love him now and forever, Our Friend, Martin, always and ever. Marty and Family - I was sorry to hear of your loss this week. Having lost my father not long ago, I know it can be tough. Please know that my thoughts are with you and yours. Sincerely, Dale Stepanek Tribute from: The Wilkerson Family To us, Mr. Koval was always the embodiment of Asbury itself. He was quiet and friendly, and his property was as beautiful as the surrounding countryside. Connie loved fishing with him at the bridge, Bess relished trips to his free candy store, Cindy admired his flowers and I enjoyed reliving "old" Asbury with him. Seeing him and Peanut on the back patio or walking Maple Ave. meant all was right with the world. We will surely miss him. Our sympathy and best wishes to his many loved ones. - Keith Wilkerson Tribute from: The Chiu Family Marty & Family, We were so sorry to hear of the passing of your father. He was a good neighbor to my mom & dad (Mildred & Howard Lacey). He was such a good person all the way around. I would always see Peanut and he sitting out on the patio and he would always talk for a bit. He will surely be missed by all that knew him because he touched everyone he met. Love Jeff & Joan Chiu, Jim & Amber Chiu