Andrew "Andy" Kovacs, Jr.

Andrew “Andy” Kovacs, Jr, age 79, of Long Beach, passed away on October 27, 2026, in Gulfport.

Mr. Kovacs was preceded in death by his parents, June and Andrew Kovacs; and 2 sisters, Claudia Callahan and Sandy Downey.

He is survived by his loving wife of 18 years, Dorothy “Dottie” Fandal; his children, Michael Fandal and Trace Fandal; a grandson, Tomas Furtado; and a host of nieces and nephews.

Mr. Andy was a native of Chicago, IL and was a long time resident of Long Beach. He was a graduate of Western Illinois University and was employed as a manager with Goody’s Department Store. He was a faithful member of St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic Church where he was an usher, a member of the St. Vincent de Paul Society, and was a 4th Degree member of the Knights of Columbus Council 4898. He also volunteered in the library at St. Vincent de Paul Catholic School where he enjoyed reading to the children. He also enjoyed working outside with his flowers, reading, loving his wife and his Lord.

The family would like to thank Greg, Stephanie, and Lexi at Hearts and Home Personal Care and also St. Joseph’s Hospice for their care and concern for Mr. Andy.

A visitation will be on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, from 12 – 1 pm at St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic Church, 720 E Beach Blvd, Long Beach, MS 39560. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 1 pm in the church.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to the St. Vincent de Paul Society c/o St. Thomas Church.

The Riemann Family Funeral Home, Gulfport, is serving the family.