Obituary of Norbert Hovancik

Norbert Hovancik SR, 81, of Vestal, NY passed away on March 3, 2020. Norbert was predeceased by his parents Andrew and Florence Hovancik, in-laws Joseph and Jenny Scott, and daughter-in-law Bruna Hovancik. Norbert was a loving husband of almost 54 years and a wonderful father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. Norbert is survived by his wife Shirley Hovancik and 6 children: Norbert JR, Christopher, Joseph, Richard, Florence, and Nicholas. Along with daughters-in-laws: Karen, Julie, Melanie, April Hovancik, and Holley Angel. Norbert is also survived by his 10 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren: Brooke, David, Dayna, Joel, Donovan Burgher, Hailey, Anthony, Hunter, Britany, Harper, Layla, Maya, and Jackson. In addition, Norbert is survived by his 2 brothers Andrew (Yvonne) and Gerald (Mary) Hovancik, sister Carol Smith, sister-in-law Donna Amedeo, and brother-in-law Anthony Scott, along with several nieces and nephews. The viewing will be held on Monday March 9 at Our Lady of Sorrows Church in Vestal, NY from 11:00-12:00, followed by Funeral Mass at 12PM. The family is asking for donations to be made in Norbert's memory to the Mercy House in Endicott, NY in lieu of flowers.