Donald L. Covey

1921 - 2013

Donald L. Covey obituary, 1921-2013, Palm Harbor, FL

BORN

1921

DIED

2013

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Moss Feaster Funeral Home and Cremation Services

2550 Highlands Blvd North

Palm Harbor, Florida

Donald Covey Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Feb. 6, 2013.

Donald L. Covey, of Palm Harbor died in his home, February 3, 2013. Born In Oskaloosa, Iowa the son of H. Leland Covey and M. Edith McLandsborough. He attended Mahaska County and Oskaloosa public schools. Don joined the Army Air Force in September 1941 and was assigned to Airplane and Engine Mechanic's school, in Biloxi. After graduation, he served at various Air Force bases in Florida, Texas, and Arizona. In 1943, he was assigned to the 80th Fighter Squadron and sent overseas to New Guinea, where he was awarded the Purple Heart. After his discharge from the Air Force, he earned his degree from Central College in Pella, Iowa. Don worked for the Defense Industry of Chamberlain Corporation and retired from his career as a supervisor of Quality Control, in Scranton. In 1994, he moved with his beloved wife to sunny Florida for the remainder of his life. He was an avid History buff and often could be found reading about ancient civilizations or studying Egyptian hieroglyphics. Some of his other favorite past times have been building and flying model airplanes, and spending time with his family.
Preceded in death by a son Donald L. Covey II. He is survived by his loving wife of 50 years, Oma Covey. He is also survived by two sisters Beverly Burison and Dolores Dennis, two daughters, Michele Zagrapen and Michaela Coulbourn, two grandchildren, Heather Pendrak and Michael Coulbourn and five great grandchildren. Don lived a rich, full life and will be deeply missed.

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April 1, 2013

Mrs. Covey: I was so saddened to hear about Don's passing. I was still calling him at Christmas time, but I never got in touch with him the last couple of years. It was a true honor and pleasure to know your husband. He was not just my boss, but he was a friend and mentor. I looked at him as my other dad. So many fond stories I have. Thoughts and prayers to you and your family. Charlie Cerra, Peckville, Pa.

February 7, 2013

Oma, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. We have many wonderful memories of our times together in Highland Lakes with you and Don. Don's quick wit and easy laugh will stay with us always.
Love and peace to you,
Sharon and Cal Lovell

February 7, 2013

Roberta Bush

We are so very sorry to hear of Don's passing. We have many years of wonderful, fond memories, always filled with laughter. Sending peace, love and prayers to Oma, Michele, Michaela and the entire family.
With Love,
Roberta Bush and Family

February 6, 2013

Phyllis Wiley

Oma, my thoughts and prayers are with you.

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