Skip to obituary records

We’re expanding across Canada. You may notice occasional issues while we improve the site. Thank you for your patience.

James Kovacs

August 25, 1936 – November 30, 2025

Smiling man wearing a humorous Hungarian-themed shirt.

Passed away peacefully at Brantford General Hospital on Sunday November 30, 2025. Jimmy Kovacs, of Brantford, in his 90th year. Treasured Dad of Nancy Kovacs (Morgan Sainsbury) and Cyndy (Geoff) Millo. Proud NagyPapa of Paxton, Avery, Gavin and Jordyn. Dear brother of Gyula (Sharon) Kovacs. Predeceased by his sister Maggie and brother Kalman. Jimmy will be sadly missed by his many family and friends in both Hungary and Canada.

Jimmy was born in Poloske, Hungary (Province of Zala), immigrated to Canada in 1956 and never left. He worked at Bluebird as a welder for over 30 years and was a dedicated member of the Brant Rod and Gun Club as well as the Brantford Hungarian Club where he loved to dance the Csardas. Jimmy will be remembered for his incredible charm and humour.

A Celebration of Jimmy’s Life will be held at a later date. Arrangements entrusted to the Keith Ovington Funeral Home, 134 King Street, Burford. Keith Ovington 519-449-1112. www.keithovington.ca

Special thanks to his dear friends Rick Armstrong and Chris Schneuker for all of their support and care. We could have not done this without you!

Canadian obituary notices

Choose the places you care about

Open any province, region, or city group. You can select several locations.

    Stay connected locally

    Receive funeral notices from the communities you care about

    Choose entire provinces or select only the regions and cities meaningful to you. You can follow more than one place.

    Choose the communities you care about and receive helpful obituary notice emails.

    Choose your notice locations required

    Follow an entire province or choose only the regions and communities important to you.

    No locations selected yet

    Scroll to Top