Joseph James Kovach, 88, of Lebanon, passed away Saturday, January 20, 2024 at Ephrata Community Hospital.

Born in Lebanon, PA on March 18, 1935, Joseph was a son of the late Joseph and Elizabeth (Dengler) Kovach. He was a member of St. Mary's Church. He was an avid St. Louise Cardinals fan. He coached teener baseball and midget football and basketball for many years.

Joseph is survived by his sister, Helen Allen; brother, William Kovach; and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by a sister, Joan Kovach and brother, Richard Kovach.

Graveside service will be held at 9:00 AM on Thursday, February 8, 2024 at Holy Cross Cemetery. Thompson Funeral Home, Inc. is entrusted with the arrangements.  Please share your memories with the family at our online guest book at thompsonfuneralhomelebanon.com