Dale Downing Obituary
Dale Everett Downing, 43, of Covington, passed away Friday, January 9, 2026, at Belmont Terrace in Florence. He was born March 30, 1982, in Covington, the son of William R. and Carol J. Spaulding Downing. He loved playing video games and watching movies. He is also survived by his brothers, William J. Downing and Raymond D. Downing (Becca); and many other friends and family. Visitation will be 5-7 PM Thursday, January 15, 2026, at Floral Hills Funeral Home, Chapel A, with a Memorial Service starting at 7 PM. Burial will be Friday at 2 PM at Floral Hills Memorial Gardens. Floral Hills is honored to serve the Downing family.
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