James R. Koval Sr. Obituary

With profound sadness, we say goodbye to James R. Koval Sr. (Ashland, Wisconsin), whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. James left this world on August 18, 2025 at the age of 95, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of James R. Koval Sr. or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.

He was predeceased by: his parents, George Sr. Koval and Sophie Koval (Justinak); his siblings, George, William, Emery, John, Frank, Joseph, Eugene, Mary, Anne, Ethel, Joann, Judy, Philomena and Dorothy; and his children-in-law, Raeanne Koval and Elwood Severson.

He is survived by: his wife Frances; his children, Kathleen Severson (Joe Harrison), James Koval (Betsy), Gary Koval (Jean), Karen Jordan (John), Tom Koval, Robert Koval (Rachel) and Debra Wirt (John); his grandchildren, Dana Hatch (Greg), Sara Flatt (Justin), Dale Severson (Lacie), Darren Koval (Melissa), Travis Koval (Amanda), Jacob Koval (Markie), Amanda Koval, David Koval (Bridget), Heather Koval, Jessie Jordan Blagg and Nicolas Jordan; his stepgranddaughter Kia Carter (Josh); and his great grandchildren, Hayden Koval, Logan Koval, Emma Koval, Lili Koval, James Koval, Reid Koval, Skylar Severson, Clayr and Faron Carter.