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Joey Covington Obituary
A Riverside County coroner's report says the 67-year-old Palm Springs resident wasn't wearing a seat belt when his car hit a retaining wall at about 5 p.m. Tuesday. He died at the scene.
The Palm Springs Desert Sun (http://mydesert.co/111xyfm ) says police don't believe alcohol or drugs were involved.
A friend, Keith McCormick, tells the paper that Covington's wife, Lauren, suspects he had a stroke or heart attack before the accident.
Covington replaced Spencer Dryden as the Airplane's drummer from 1970-72. Before that, he was with the Airplane offshoot Hot Tuna and played congas on the 1969 Airplane album "Volunteers."
Covington co-wrote several Airplane songs, including "Pretty as You Feel" and the 1976 tune "With Your Love."
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66 Entries
December 10, 2019
Rest peacefully, Joey.
Both your sons will and miss you always.
June 4, 2018
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Harry Simpson
June 4, 2016
Thank you for sharing a part of your life with us. Godspeed.
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Lauren Taines
July 27, 2013
Carol Duke,
Email me on Joey's official website...
Lauren
July 26, 2013
i'll see you when the skies are blue again
I'll see you when the skies are blue
don't know what i'll do till then
for all i do is think of you.....
written by joey in 1980 larkspur Ca
the skies shall always be blue for me ....with you making music among the clouds and around the stars
carol duke
July 26, 2013
i'll see you when the skies are blue again
I'll see you when the skies are blue
don't know what i'll do till then
for all i do is think of you.....
written by joey in 1980 larkspur Ca
the skies shall always be blue for me ....with you making music among the clouds and around the stars
carol duke
Laura Buxton Czech
July 14, 2013
My signature for the July 8, 2013 (entry)
July 8, 2013
Your son Jordan shall carry "his and your light together."
A parent can be proud when their children either mirror themselves in some way and/or are a creature which human example to follow is their successor.
His son Jordan seems to me as one of the finest characters I've known.
Jordan, you proved the earth is a better place with you in it.
That said, "Joey, you've made a miracle!"
Judy Williams
June 26, 2013
Met Joey for a moment at Sammy G's just to say hello and thank him for the music. Nice blast from the past for me and so was saddened to hear of him passing...play on in Rock n Roll Heaven Joey~
June 24, 2013
May you sing with the angels now Joey. Love, Alma
Stuart Collins
June 24, 2013
RIP, my friend, may god bless you and your family at this time of sorrow, missed but will always be in our memories, sincere condolences to you Lauren, god bless...............
Lynnette "Bluesetta" Shaw
June 14, 2013
Joey, you were a good friend of mine. Thanks for all the fun we had when you played for the Bluesetta Band in 2010.
We are all missing you a lot.
JANIS HALLS
June 12, 2013
RIP JOEY. YOUR SON JORDAN AND I WILL REMEMBER YOU.
June 12, 2013
HAPPY ARE THEY THAT MOURN,SINCE THEY WILL BE COMFORTED..MATT.5:4 SINCERE CONDOLENCE TO YOU....DEE
laurent farsy
June 10, 2013
repose en paix cher Joey
Jeff Labow
June 9, 2013
Joey, you gave the Airplane a jolt at a time when they needed it. I salute you my friend and Rest in Peace.
Nick Domenico
June 9, 2013
Joey RIp. Your fans will miss you. Thank you for the music.
laurent farsy
June 9, 2013
thank you Joey for the time you gave me; i will never forget it;
laurent, you french friend ;
Rick Dame
June 9, 2013
This is a sad time for many that enjoyed your music and were part of your life.I did get to hear you perform live with the local musicians a great talent. I as well did talk to you at times when you were out supporting other musicians in the area.You were always kind to me and I did get to hear you at the Marilyn Monroe Celebration as well on Jun2 2013. A life gone to soon may our prayers be now with your family that loved you dearly.Now you can rock out with all the greats as you knew many as you started a music career many would cherish.
June 8, 2013
My sincere sympathy for the death if your loved ones.May the God of comfort bring you peace (Matthew 11.28,29
Jerdine Duncan
June 8, 2013
I would like to express my sincere sympathy for the passing of your love one. May you find peace and comfort those who mourn. Isa 66:13.
Michael Matera
June 8, 2013
Dear Joey, my Dad & I were so lucky to know you and call you a friend. You were a gentle and kind soul and posessed a great inner peace and wisdom... A welcoming sight for all who knew you. Your presence will be sorely missed, but your spirit will rock on!
God Bless,
Michael & "Big" Al
Char
June 8, 2013
Thanks, Joey, for the wonderful gift of your music! It was quite a time! Go now and be at peace!
Brandon Washington
June 8, 2013
Joey you we're probably a ver nice person and you will truly be missed. Be assured that you will wake again so don't be upset you will wake in paradise.
Brenda Lowe
June 8, 2013
May the God of comfort be with the family of Mr Covington 2Cor 1:2,3
T Brooks
June 8, 2013
Thanks for the music, your tunes brought forth many emotions to us all through the years...you and the band heiped make aging easier. R.I.P.and to Family prayers to you all and thanks for sharing Joey with us.
Joey Covington, June 1, 2013 Palm Springs, CA, benefit Forever Marilyn.
Shary Bowman
June 7, 2013
I just met Joey Covington n Palm Springs, CA on June 1, 2013 and was there for his last performance. He was happy-go-lucky and playful. I am originally from near Pittsburgh, PA and did not know Joey was from there, but we had an instant connection like people from back east do. So sorry I did not get a chance to know him better. The heavens will be a better place, but we will miss him down here. -S. Bowman.
Photo copyright 2013 Shary Bowman, all rights reserved.
Adrian Barnette
June 7, 2013
We'll miss you !
June 7, 2013
"Pretty as you feel" was one of my favorite Airplane songs. RIP from one drummer to another.
Scotty "T"
Joe Baumgardner
June 7, 2013
I recently discovered you were originally from Johnstown, Pa. Breaking big out of there speaks volumes of your drive, greatness, and accomplishments, which I am sure will always be an inspiration to many including myself. Jam well up there in that special place and please say hello to a Harrisburg, Pa. musician for me, Mr. Dan Hartman. Thanks for everything Joey.
old fan
June 7, 2013
Loved "Play on Love", "St Charles", "Love
too Good", as well as many other classics. Sympathies to his friends and loved ones.
hyde
June 7, 2013
May the God of comfort, comfort the family and friends of Mr. Cannon in your time of sorrow.
Debbie Hilton
June 7, 2013
Sorry for your loss of a loved one! I loved that group! He will be missed and I will keep you and your family in our Prayers.
Eunice Cannon
June 7, 2013
To the family of Joey Covington
May God bless you in your time of sorrow.
June 7, 2013
May this outstanding rocker, and Johnstown, Pa. native, rest in peace.
sonja winstead
June 7, 2013
God will give you comfort. Your family is in my prayers.
Linda Jackson
June 7, 2013
I am so sorry to learn of Joey Covington's passing. For Your Love is one of my favorite songs, I did not know that he had written it. My thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends.
mary curtis
June 7, 2013
Many blessings to the family our loss heavens gain
harry and vicki
June 7, 2013
rest in peace joey.we wish your family the very best.
Robert Leibach
June 7, 2013
rest in peice you will be missed
Regina
June 7, 2013
Rest in peace. Your music was great!
With prayers for your family and friends.
G.R.
June 7, 2013
To the Covington family may the God of all comfort be with you during this difficult time. 2 Cor. 1:3
John
June 7, 2013
I would like to extend my condolences to the family. Death is never something we get use to. But know during this time you are not alone. Our Creator promises better days ahead. He will give you the strength needed to get through this difficult time.
Richard B.
June 7, 2013
Thanks Joey... RIP... I'll never forget Hot Tuna's Waterbury, Ct. show. Forty years later still one of the best ever! Thanks for the music.... "You're Only Pretty As You Feel"
michael chambers
June 7, 2013
rest in peace brother.
June 7, 2013
Offering my deepest condolences during this difficult time, I'm so very sorry for your loss, death is something we are never prepared for, but please find comfort in knowing sickness, pain and death will one day be no more.
victor
June 7, 2013
wow what s shock to hear of the passing of joey.. I have followed Jefferson airplane for years I remember volunteers very well...I was in high school when that album came out. I cab only imagine the great band that he is playing with now in heaven. may your family be blessed with gods love and comfort during this sad time..r.i.p. joey
music becomes magic in heaven..rip joey`
Victoria&Andrew
June 6, 2013
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June 6, 2013
Mary Meredith
June 6, 2013
RIP Joey. You'll always be remembered........................
June 6, 2013
To the Family of Joey Covington:
What a sad tragedy, death can be so painful, especially under these circumstances. So may the God of Comfort (Psalm 83:18) give you the strength, courage and peace to endure and cope at this most difficult time.
A Neighbor
Liza Rhodes-Reese
June 6, 2013
We really loved U Joey, you made us smile and sing along with you
June 6, 2013
I am sorry to hear of your loss. Please accept my condolences and may the family be comforted by our Heavenly Father's words at Isaiah 65:17,22-24.
Cheryl Bean
June 6, 2013
Always liked their music. Prayers for his many friends, family and fans!
much love
June 6, 2013
What a sad event. May the god of love bring your family peace. Psalms 55 verse 22 says, “ Cast thy burden upon the Lord, and he shall sustain thee..” prayer helps
Dwayne Bickham
June 6, 2013
in God's care rest in peace
Nanci an Don Streutker
June 6, 2013
Dear Lauren, May God bless you in this time of sorrow.
Our deepest sympathy,
Whisky A Go Go
June 6, 2013
One of our favorite artists and dear friend to all. You will be missed
Rainbow Bar & Grill
June 6, 2013
We will miss you. Great times with you
Mikeal and Mario Maglieri
June 6, 2013
Fondest memories of a great friend
You'll be missed
Steven Keena
June 6, 2013
drumming up in Heaven with rest of the guys
michelle plakas-kaiser
June 6, 2013
rip
James Ashel
June 6, 2013
May the four winds blow you safely home JC
June 6, 2013
Far too many from this generation are leaving. I am so sorry, Joey.
June 6, 2013
Rest in Peace, Joey.
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