John "Nock" Nakovich, 81, of Marianna, died unexpectedly Friday, June 19, 1998, in his home. Mr. Nakovich attended West Bethlehem schools and was employed by Bethlehem Mines, Mine 58, in Marianna for more than 33 years. He served in the U.S. Army during World War II and was a member of American Legion Post 744 of Marianna. He was an avid woodworker and enjoyed the outdoors. On November 18, 1940, he married Margaret Demko, who survives. Also surviving are two sons, John Nakovich Jr. of Herndon, Va., and Frank J. Nakovich of Atlanta, Ga.; two daughters, Margaret Parrinello of Cranberry and Georgia Nakovich of Pittsburgh; and two grandchildren, Laura and John David Nakovich. Deceased are two sisters, Tillie Nakovich and Helen Zipko. Private visitation, service and interment were held at the family's convenience. Memorial contributions may be made to Sts. Mary and Ann Roman Catholic Church of Marianna. Copyright ©1998 Observer Publishing Co.Last updated Tuesday, June 23, 1998John Nakovich
Marianna miner was Army veteran of WWII
He was born February 4, 1917, in Marianna, a son of Frank and Agafia Androshuk Nakovich.