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1960
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2018
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David Covert Obituary
He was born Nov. 27, 1960, in Detroit, Michigan, the son of Earl and Myrtle (Davison) Covert.
He married Ruth Gordon on June 23, 1991, in Plainwell, Michigan; she survives at the residence.
He is also survived by his two sons, Christopher Covert and Patrick Covert, both of New Knoxville, his siblings: John (Judy) Covert-Sisung of Detroit, Michigan; Tim (Mary Beth) Covert of Detroit, Michigan; Tom (Suzanne) Covert of Stevensville, Michigan and Rick (Kathy) Covert of Squim, Washington.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
David Lee earned an associate's degree in music and was a professional musician at the Way International in New Knoxville, where he had worked since 1984. He will be remembered for his incredible guitar playing abilities.
He enjoyed coaching, going on family vacations and just spending time with his sons.
Memorial services will be held 7 p.m. Wednesday at the Miller Funeral Home, 1605 Celina Road, St. Marys with Rev. Mel Privette, officiant.
Friends may call from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home, where memorial gifts may be given to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.
Condolences may be sent to David Lee's family via MillerFuneralHomes.net.
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Dan Condry
July 23, 2018
Ruth, David Lee was highly regarded for so many reasons by so many people. I admired his humor and his passion for truth, work, music and sports. I'll be at some games, for the team but for your family especially. I pray that you, Chris and Patrick receive every needed comfort and encouragement.
July 20, 2018
Ruth I am so very sorry for your loss you and those boys are in our family prayers each and every
day. If you or they need transportation to sporting events etc please do no hestitate to reach out! Sincerely the Starrs
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