Elaine Kovach Obituary

With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Elaine Kovach (Barrie, Ontario), who passed away on January 12, 2026 at the age of 79. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

As we bid Elaine farewell, let us not mourn the absence of her physical form, but rather celebrate the essence of her spirit that lingers in the spaces between moments. For Elaine is not truly gone, but merely transformed, her energy intertwined with the fabric of the universe itself, forever dancing among the stars.

She was predeceased by: her son Micheal; and her siblings, Lloyd, Cathy, Joan and Diane.

She is survived by: her husband Michael Kovach; and her daughters, Kristina Tankard (Ian) and Tamara Hinterberger. She is also survived by nieces, nephews, and longtime friends.

If desired, donations in lieu of flowers may be made to the Kidney Foundation of Canada and are greatly appreciated by the family.