76, a resident of Albuquerque, went to be with the Lord Tuesday, January 15, 2013. He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Elaine; his children, Leslie Piazza and husband David, Loren Novakovich and wife Michelle; grandchildren Sara, Johnny, Nicholas and Alex, sister Janet Talley and husband Larry and many other family and friends. Mr. Novakovich was preceded in death by his parents John and Willena Novakovich. He served our country in the United States Marines and served as an officer with the Albuquerque Police Dept for 20 years before retiring. Ivo was a member of the Assembly of God Church where his wife served as an ordained minister. Mr. Novakovich loved to teach children in bible study and Royal Rangers. A memorial service will be held Friday, January 18, 2013, 3:00 p.m. at FRENCH - Wyoming Chapel, with Pastor Chuck Kofal officiating. Private interment will take place at Santa Fe National Cemetery.