Joseph "Doc" Koval's obituary , Passed away on September 19, 2025 in Clifton, New Jersey

Joseph "Doc" Koval

November 25, 1946 - September 19, 2025 (78 years old)

Clifton, New Jersey

Joseph "Doc" Koval's obituary , Passed away on September 19, 2025 in Clifton, New Jersey

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Allwood Funeral Home & Hancliffe Home for Funerals

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Joseph "Doc" Koval

November 25, 1946 - September 19, 2025 (78 years old)

Clifton, New Jersey


Joseph Koval Obituary

The world bids farewell to Joseph Koval (Clifton, New Jersey), departing on September 19, 2025 at the age of 78. Joseph leaves behind memories cherished by the community. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

As Joseph departs from our midst, his spirit ascends to join the cosmic dance of stars, a shimmering constellation of memories that will forever grace the night sky of the hearts of those who loved Joseph. Though Joseph may no longer walk beside us, his legacy lives on — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of time and space.

He was predeceased by: his wife Joanne Giresi (Giresi); and his siblings, Doris Marchese and John Kovalcik. He is survived by: his sons, Kevin and Keith; his daughter-in-law Maria (Fernandez); and his grandchildren, Dean and Kylie. He is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and countless friends.

Visitation was held on Thursday, September 25th 2025 from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Allwood Funeral Home (660 Allwood Rd, Clifton, NJ 07012). A funeral Mass was held on Friday, September 26th 2025 at 10:00 AM at the St. Stephen RC Church (141 Washington Ave, Kearny, NJ 07032). An entombment was held on Friday, September 26th 2025 at 11:15 AM at the Holy Cross Cemetery (340 Ridge Rd, North Arlington, NJ 07031).

The family has chosen to send donations to Wounded Warrior ProjectDonate Now (http://www.woundedwarriorproject.org) Donate to Charity The family has chosen to send donations to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Allwood Funeral Home & Hancliffe Home for Funerals



Thu

Sep 25

Visitation

Allwood Funeral Home
660 Allwood Rd, Clifton, NJ 07012

Fri

Sep 26

Funeral Mass

St. Stephen RC Church
141 Washington Ave, Kearny, NJ 07032

Fri

Sep 26

Entombment

Holy Cross Cemetery
340 Ridge Rd, North Arlington, NJ 07031

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September 23, 2025

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September 23, 2025

Love, Christina & Jonathan Behrins sent flowers

“In loving memory of Joseph Koval, With our deepest sympathies, we remember and will miss Uncle Joe's strength, warm heart and witty sense of humor! He is now dancing with the angels, his beloved Joanne and all of our ancestors! There's a big celebration in the next realm!”


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