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1943
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2019
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Glenn Covington Obituary
He was born on the family farm North of Vinton, June 13, 1943 to Carl and Nellie Ferguson Covington.
He helped on the farm, milking cows and other farm work. He and his three high school friends joined the service in 1963. He was sent to Korea and returned to Fort Hood, TX where he met his first wife Betty Alexander and step-daughters Debbie and Kathy. They later were divorced. He later married Nelda Young.
He is survived by his wife, Nelda, stepson, Eddie, and three granddaughters; Elizabeth, Megan and Fawn. His sisters Edna Eldridge and Shirley DeNeve, and brother in law Dick Eldridge. His nephew, Dennis Eldridge. Nieces Linda Jans, Julie Helburg, Cindy Greteman and Mary Boots and many great and great, great nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents, brother Richard Lee, step-daughter Kathy, first wife Betty, nephew Steven Eldridge and brother in law Fred DeNeve.
His wishes was to be cremated and for Mary to see they returned to where his life on earth began.
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October 2, 2019
My sincere condolences to Glenn's family. May the God of peace and comfort strengthen the family during this most difficult time.
Gary Harrison
September 12, 2019
I was so sorry to hear of Glenn's passing. Glenn and I were great friends. I was his best man in his wedding to Betty. I always wished he would move back to Iowa. Glenn and I went to Yellowstone after graduation. What a great time we had. We both worked at Wilson's packinghouse but in different departments. He will be greatly missed! He was such a great friend.
Larry Howe
September 11, 2019
Glenn was a fellow member of the Washington High School class of 1961 and a friend of mine. He and I talked at length about retirement at one of our class reunions. He wanted to continue working since he really enjoyed his work. We had a great conversation and something I will always remember and appreciate. I am saddened to read of his passing. He was a wonderful person that I shall always remember. I wish his family well. Rest In Peace my friend.
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