Dr. Agnes Bimbi Kovacs - Steeles Memorial Chapel

The funeral will be live-streamed. To view the service virtually, please go to https://smclive.ca/ on Thursday August 4, 2022 at 3:00p.m.

Dr. Agnes Bimbi Kovacs passed away in her 98^th amazing year. She was the most devoted mother to Dr. Tom, Kathy, Dr. Julie, and Dr. Susie, and their spouses Dr. Deirdre, Barry, and Dr. Steve; and the most loving and attentive grandmother to Dr. Alexander, Sarah, Dr. Trevor, Dr. Adam, Dr. Gabrielle, Jonathan, Sam, Jacob and Ellen. She is our ideal and inspiration. She was pre-deceased by the love of her life, Dr. Leslie Kovacs, whom she met at medical school in Brussels. Agnes had a zest for life unlike any other. She was a pediatrician, adored by her countless patients; many bringing their children and grandchildren to her. She only recently retired at age 89 years! She was a multi-talented woman, speaking 5 languages fluently; a player of musical instruments by ear, a gardener with the greenest of thumbs, an accomplished chef, a voracious reader, and an expert crossword puzzle solver. Her biggest gift of all was her generous spirit. Whether it was friend, patient or family member with her, one felt that you were the most important person on earth. And her laugh lit up the world. The family wishes to express heartfelt thanks for the gentle and compassionate care provided by Gemma, Magel and Nancy.

Burial in Montreal on Sunday August 7, 2022 time to be announced through Paperman & Sons.

https://www.paperman.com/

Memorial Donations may be made to The Montreal Children’s Hospital Foundation 1 866 934-4846 (toll free) https://fondationduchildren.com/en/

Message of Condolence

Posted on 02.08.2022 - 3:03 PM

Sandra Stossel

Dear Julie and Family My heartfelt condolences on the passing of your beloved mother and grandmother. I have many fond memories of times spent at your house. May your wonderful memories sustain you during this very difficult time. I’m thinking of all of you.

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Posted on 02.08.2022 - 4:56 PM

Felix Leung

My deepest condolences to the family.

Posted on 03.08.2022 - 9:57 AM

Kolap Tea

My deepest condolences to Dr. Susan Kovacs and the family. No words can describe how sorry I am for your loss. Dr. Kovacs was an amazing person and I feel so privileged to have known her. My thoughts are with you during this very difficult time.

Posted on 03.08.2022 - 10:47 AM

Allan and Sharon Brown

Dear Julie, Susie and Steve and families Our deepest condolences on the loss of your mom My her memory be a blessing Allan and Sharon Brown

Posted on 03.08.2022 - 3:40 PM

Jeffrey Klein

Dear Julie and Family. We are very sorry to have learned of your mother's passing. Our sincere condolences. Jeffrey Klein, Bernetta Humby and family

Posted on 04.08.2022 - 12:51 PM

Gemma movilla wente

My heartfelt condolence to the whole family of Dr. Agnes kovacs whom i fondly call Grandma Agika. It was an honor knowing her and a privelege to have served and cared for her. I will always remember her laughters loving kindness generosity in spirit and knowledge she imparted. GRANDMA AGIKA, I LOVE YOU . And i wll i always remember you. An admirable lady A life WELL LIVED AND A PERSON WELL LOVED.

Posted on 04.08.2022 - 1:37 PM

Valerie, Shay & Adam

Dear Auntie Julie, Uncle Barry, Adam, Gabby, Jonathan and family, We are so sorry for your loss. Sending you lots of love. May you find comfort in the memories you've shared. Love, Valerie, Shay and Adam.

Posted on 04.08.2022 - 4:36 PM

Beth Gamulka

Dear Susie, My deepest sympathies to you and your whole family on the loss of your mother. May you all be spared further sorrow and be comforted with memories of a life well-lived.

Posted on 05.08.2022 - 12:55 PM

Brian and Donna Klein

Dear Julie, Barry, Susie, Steve and families, Our deepest condolences on the loss of your mother and grandmother. She sounds like a very special lady and you all honoured her so beautifully in your speeches yesterday. Hope all the happy memories you have help comfort you through this difficult time. Brian, Donna, Courtney, Lindsay and Dylan

Posted on 05.08.2022 - 9:35 PM

Dear Julie, Barry, Susie, Steve and families. Our deepest condolences on the loss of your mother and grandmother. She was a very special woman and you all honoured her so beautifully in your speeches yesterday. We hope your many happy memories comfort you during this difficult time. Brian, Donna, Courtney, Lindsay and Dylan

Posted on 07.09.2022 - 8:39 AM

Eker

Dear Kathy, My son Erim, who is now 11 was a patient of Dr. Agnes. We were living in Montreal at the time and we always took her as his God Mother. We are now back in Turkey for the past 8 years but never forgot about her and you. We are all sadened with her passing away. Our prayers are for her and for all your family. Our deepest condolences. Erim, Sibel & Ibrahim Eker

Posted on 12.02.2023 - 11:43 PM

Magda Grzechowiak

In the last few years, I have periodically checked any news online about Dr. Kovacs and whether she was still in practice. My brother, sister, and I were patients of hers. I have a vague recollection of her making house calls when I was sick as a child, in the sixties. She was also my two boys', and my sister's two daughters' pediatrician, all of whom are currently in their twenties & thirties. Dr. Kovacs had a heart of gold, and was a fierce advocate for her patients. When my youngest son was born, and developed jaundice, she made sure that I was able to stay in a room in the hospital with him until he was discharged after 4 days.. I later learned that other mothers were not as fortunate and were forced to stay in the hospital hallways or leave all together while their newborns were treated for the same condition as my son. My most sincere condolences go to Cathy, and other family members.

Posted on 15.02.2023 - 2:46 PM

Shimul Dash

She was a great children doctor.My 3 kids who borned in Royal Vic Hospital in Montreal city were 100% taken care by her.Her daughter Cathy helped her it was unforgetable memories for us. May god krishna brings dr kovac into heaven.Lost of dr. Kovac is a big lost for us the Canadian. Shimul Dash Cornwall /Ontario

Posted on 03.08.2023 - 8:51 AM

Susie Douranos

I just came across this obituary for your beloved mother/grandmother, and I would like to offer my deepest sympathy for her loss. Dr. Kovacs was an incredible human being and an amazing doctor—she obviously found her calling in her career as pediatrician, and my children were two of the very many who were blessed to be under her care. May God rest her soul and keep her by His side, and may your family be spared further sorrow.

Posted on 12.11.2023 - 9:46 PM

Rosanne

I just found out that Dr. Kovacs sadly passed away. My deepest condolences to the family. She was truly the best pediatrician - she did so much for my children especially for my son Romolo who at 4 years old developed Rheumatoid Arthritis. Everytime I asked her questions she would always had an answer which put my mind at ease. She loved her job and her patients immensely. Thank you Dr. Kovacs for all that you did for my children & all your patients. Heaven has gained a very special angel. You will truly be missed. The D'Ascanio Family

Posted on 10.05.2024 - 4:13 AM

David van Binnendyk

She may have been my grandmother. I’m looking for my father; Tom Kovacs. I was adopted in Montreal in 1962. My mother was Cecile Grenier. Any help anyone could give would be greatly appreciated. If this is the right Tom he may be interested to know he has two grandsons. Condolences

Posted on 10.05.2024 - 4:19 AM

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Posted on 18.08.2024 - 1:11 PM

John Bruce

Dr. Kovacs- You took care of me when I was very little and very sick. I remember you making a house call and showing up in your great big red convertible when I was 4, to our 6 plex in NDG. You likely saved my life a couple of time for sure. I remember dropping in to your office when I was 22 and you cried when you saw how healthy and strong I grew up to be. You will always be in my heart and part of my soul. May your the memory of you be a blessing to all that knew you.