Meda R. Kovacik

Meda R. Kovacik, 93, of Amherst, Ohio formerly of Cadiz, passed away on Tuesday, March 5, 2024, with her family by her side. She was born June 2, 1930, in Glencoe, Ohio, a daughter of the late Harold “Popeye” and Mabel Shepherd Carlon.

She was a member of the First Church of Christ in Cadiz where was very active as a Sunday School teacher, choir member, and in the women’s mission group. For many years she relished sending cards to her family and her church family. She also enjoyed her time serving the former Jewett and Jewett-Scio High School Band Boosters and 1st Volunteers at Harrison Community Hospital. She was an election pole worker for over 30 years.

She was preceded in death in addition to her parents; by her husband, George Kovacik in 2013; brother, Ronald (Beulah) Carlon; her sister, Patricia Rose and brother-in-law, Donald Jochims.

Surviving is her son, Rev. Ed (Roxann) Kovacik of Amherst, daughter, Kathy Miser of Jewett; grandson, Brandon Miser; granddaughters: Kaci (Steve) Wright and Rev. Mikayla (Rob) Kovacik Doepker; great grandchildren: Kadence and Brantley Wright, Madyson, Jaxon and Preston Miser; her sister, Karen Jochims of Hopedale; and a great number of nieces and nephews.

Calling hours will be held on Saturday, March 9, 2024, from 1:00 PM until the time of funeral service at 3:00 PM at Clark-Kirkland-Barr Funeral Home, 172 South Main Street, Cadiz with her granddaughter, Rev. Mikayla Kovacik Doepker officiating. The burial will take place at Holly Memorial Gardens, Pleasant Grove at the convenience of the family.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Harrison County Cancer Crusaders or your local Buddy Walk.