John (Hunch) Decovich age 71, of Denbo, died unexpectedly Sunday, January 23, 2022.        He was predeceased by his parents, John and Bertha Decovich, and a brother, Senior Master Sergeant Daniel Decovich.

John was born on June 5, 1950, in Brownsville, PA.

He was a 1968 graduate of Beth-Center High School.

He worked for Clairton Works and later for J&L Vesta #5 mine until its closure. He worked for Pechin's Marina before his current employment at Shop N Save, Belle Vernon.

He was a member of St George Serbian Orthodox Church in Carmichaels, The Victory Club of Denbo, Centerville Sportsman Club, and a proud member of the UMWA.

John was an avid outdoorsman and an enthusiastic sportsman. He was an exceptional marksman and an experienced hunter. He was extremely knowledgeable about the sport that he loved as well as many subjects.  John was passionate about high school sports and followed the talents of local athletes in western Pennsylvania for many years, and it was often the talk at the holiday table. He was a kind and generous man who never met a stranger. He will be missed by all who knew him.

Left to cherish his memory are his sister Linda (Rich) Porter, nephews Dr. RJ (Meg) Porter of North Carolina, Ryan (Juli) Porter of Pittsburgh, great-nieces and nephews Liam, Cassidy, Madeleine, and twins Emilia and Conor Porter, who affectionately called him Uncle Johnny.  He leaves behind many cousins and a mountain of friends.

Friends will be received at Greenlee's Fredericktown Funeral Home, Ltd. 42 Bank St. at Crawford Rd. Fredericktown, PA, Thursday, January 27, 2022 from 1:00 to 6:00 PM. On Friday, January 28, 2022 funeral services will be celebrated at noon by Father Sasa Nedic at St George Serbian Orthodox Church, 296 Old Route 21 Road, Carmichaels, PA. Burial will follow in the Church Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to St George Serbian Orthodox Church. A Pomen Service will be held on Thursday at 5:00 PM. Online guestbook and personal condolences may be accessed at www.GreenleeFuneralHoome.com.