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Robert Covey Obituary

Covey, Robert N. DELMAR Robert N. Covey, 88, died on September 7, 2011 at St. Peter's Community Hospice. Robert is the son of the late Fred Covey and Florence Covey Tryon. Robert is a World War II Navy veteran, a member of the Ravena American Legion Post and was charter member of the former Bethlehem Elks. Robert is the loving husband of 65 years to Iris Bliss Covey of Delmar; beloved father of Linda (James) Benn of Delmar, Bruce (Deborah) Covey of Latham, Barbara (Stephen) Fabbie of Delmar and Mark (Zoe) Covey of Kinderhook; brother of Fred Covey of Florida and Marion Fazzone of Schenectady and the late Edgar and Harold Covey and Ruth Cavallaro; grandfather of Stephen Wilson, Kellie Maloney, Benjamin Covey, Emily Covey, Daniel Covey, Lori Covey and Paul Benn; great-grandfather of Andrew and Colin Wilson. The Covey family would like to give a special thank you to Nick, Tina, Denise and Bernadette. And also thank you to Community Hospice for the loving care shown to their father. Funeral services will be held Monday, September 12, 2011 at 11 a.m. at the Durant Funeral Home, 741 Delaware Ave., Delmar. Friends may call Sunday, 3 to 6 p.m. Interment, Elmwood Cemetery, Selkirk. Contributions in Robert's memory may bemade to Community Hospice, 445 New Karner Rd., Albany, NY 12205.

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Published by Albany Times Union from Sep. 10 to Sep. 11, 2011.

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Debbie & Gary Rauch

September 16, 2011

Barb - We are truly saddened to have lost such a special man. We will always remember our good times with your Dad. He will always hold a special place in our hearts. We were glad to be in NY to say our good-byes. And also to Iris, Linda, Mark and Bruce: You are in our thoughts and prayers during this most difficult time. Love You.

September 14, 2011

Mark and Bruce, I am very sorry to hear of the passing of your father. My depest smypathies are with you. Bill Schwinghammer

September 12, 2011

Linda & family,
I was so sorry to hear of the loss of your Dad. I got busy on the weekend and forgot to see when his viewing was taking place. I am sorry for not being there. Please tell your Mom my thoughts and prayers are with her also.
Love and prayers,
Elsie Wilsey

Diane and Peter Hogan

September 11, 2011

Mark, Zoe, Dan and Lori (and all the Covey family),

Our sincere condolences on the loss of your Dad and Grandfather....glad to see all of you but sorry about the reason.

Diane, Peter, and the Hogan boys!

September 11, 2011

Iris and family,
Please accept our sincere sympathy at this sad time in your lives. Losing a loved one is one of the worst things in our lives. We are so sorry. May all of your happy memories make this time a little more bearable. Sincerely, Wayne and Lillian Everingham

September 11, 2011

Iris,Linda, & Barb, we are so sorry to here of the passing of Your husband and father. May God be your source of peace and comfort during your time of sorrow.
John and Nancy DeYoe

Anne Shelhamer Carrozza

September 11, 2011

Dear Barb and family-
My brothers and I would like to express our deepest sympathy on the loss of your Dad. We hold fond memories of he and your Mom in the old neighborhood.
Anne, Paul, Cyrus, and Frank Shelhamer

Dodie Motley

September 11, 2011

Linda,
I know how much you loved and cared for your dad. Your strength was unmeasurable. Always know that "I know" how your are feeling and if you ever need to talk, I am here for you.

Austa & Sue

September 11, 2011

Iris and Barbara and family - So sorry for your loss. We know that Bob was ill for a long time. Take comfort that Bob is now with God and will rest in peace. Take comfort in your memories of him and the love you all shared.

Nancy and Paul Caswell

September 11, 2011

Linda and family,

So sorry to hear about your dad. Our prayers and thoughts are with you.

September 10, 2011

Barb,

I am so sorry for your loss. I know he was sick a very long time. But you will always feel good knowing you took such good care of both of your parents and all that you sacrificed for so long in doing so. You will be blessed in heaven. He is looking down on you and thanking you for all that you did to help him through his journey. My sympathy to you and your sister Linda and all your family.

Marcia Botts Bottachiari

Irene Crewell

September 10, 2011

Sending you all much love at this time of sadness. Recalling fond memories, laughing until we cried, and ga-wand-pa's always happy smile. Our deepest sympathies <3

J H

September 10, 2011

Emily and family, My sympathy on the loss of your grandfather. Judy H.

Carly Crewell

September 10, 2011

Linda, et al
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your Father. He will be missed. I'm sure he appreciated your love and devotion. Love, Carly and Al

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