Mr. Ivanchukov, 86, of Howell, died April 3, 2012, at CentraState Medical Center, Freehold Township. He was born in Bulgaria and came to the United States, settling in Howell, in 1955. As a young adult he played soccer for the Bulgarian National Team, and he was an accomplished musician. Mr. Ivanchukov retired as a homebuilder in 2000. He was predeceased by his wife, Katia; and a son, Sandje. Surviving are his daughter and caregiver, Nogan Spitzer; two sons, Mandje Ivanchukov of Delaware and Khyen Ivanchukov of New York; four grandchildren, and a greatgrandson. Afuneral service was held at the Clayton & McGirr Funeral Home, Freehold Township, followed by interment in St. Vladimir’s Cemetery, Jackson.
