William "Billy" Covey

Ventura, CA

Billy Covey passed away suddenly at the age of 59 in Ventura, CA with his wife Ingrid by his side. Family and friends have been supportive and, as always, surrounded Billy and Ingrid with love. Billy was born on September 28, 1958 in Las Vegas to his father, William Henry Covey and mother, Hilda Margaret Dickinson Covey.

He is survived by his wife, Ingrid Pierce Covey, his sister, Rhea and her husband, Bruce Ferguson.

Billy grew up in Las Vegas; he attended and graduated from Western High School in 1976. He moved to be with his family in 1978.

Billy and Ingrid met in 1989 in Ventura and married in Jamaica on October 13, 1993. Billy had learned carpentry from his father, Bill and eventually opened his own construction company in Ventura. Billy built Covey Construction with his skillful quality workmanship, integrity, and honesty into a successful and thriving business.

Friends were important to Billy. He loved to entertain: having friends over and hang out, taking his 5th wheel and boating around various lakes annually with friends. True passions of his were taking ski trips to Mammoth and, most importantly, playing golf with his comrades.

Billy was dearly loved by all who knew him and will be remembered by all his friends and clients for his integrity, honesty, and big heart. He was charismatic and would do anything for anybody; he truly had a heart of gold.

We will always carry your memory in our hearts.

Arrangements were under the direction of the JOSEPH P. REARDON FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICE, 757 E. Main Street, Ventura.

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Published by Ventura County Star on Sep. 9, 2018.

Memories and Condolences
for William Covey

Sponsored by Joseph P. Reardon Funeral Home & Cremation Service - Ventura.

11 Entries

Phil Gleason

September 3, 2021

Sure miss you Billy O
187 left 123 right.. 310 yards
Love you Ingrid
Matthew 5:4 Blessed are those who mourn for they will be comforted

Leonor Vasquez

January 17, 2019

Very beautiful tribute to a great man. God console Ingrid, his family and friends. I know he will never be forgotten and will always live on in our hearts .

Sincerely,
Your friend Always,

Staci Stevenson

January 16, 2019

Ingrid, thinking of you always my friend! XXOO

Ingrid Pierce-Covey

January 16, 2019

My dearest Billy I miss you so much. I am so thankful you were part of my life for 30 years.

November 27, 2018

I just learned of Billy's death. A true shock. My heart is with you Ingrid. HIs smile could make your day. He will be truly missed.
Gloria and Marshall (Joseph Fine Jewelers, in the old days)

Tamara S.

September 18, 2018

The loss of this beautiful man is huge to us. There are no words to express how grateful we were to be a part of his life. Edgar was so thankful to work for him and Ingrid in his construction company. Spending time together with both of them personally was always a joy to us too. It is a shocking loss ...we will just focus on the smiles and joy filled spirit of this most special man. Rest in peace Billy. We love you.

Sincerely,
Tamara and Edgar

Kevin M Quinn

September 17, 2018

Shocked and saddened to hear of this great loss to the building community. I've been inspecting Bill's projects for many years, and Bill and Ingrid's addition for their dogs that came with elevator access.
Even when we argued there was mutual respect. Bill had the charm, great smile, highly respected, and he will definitely be remembered by all.
Ingrid, we cannot imagine your pain. Glad he was not alone, remember all the wonderful times.
God Bless, such a loss.

Frank Sunseri

September 10, 2018

Billy and I went way back to the Bombay days of the mid 1980s and were close for a few years. I will miss seeing him around town. Always with a smile and a laugh.
Someone please let me know the when and where of any memorial that may be in the works.
My sincere condolences to Ingrid, his family, his friends.
[email protected]

Christine Sullivan

September 10, 2018

I am shocked and saddened to read that Bill has passed. I met Bill through my employment at Eric's on the Pier. Bill would treat his employees to a generous holiday feast at the restaurant. Bill was such a kind and generous man. I know he his missed by many.

Eddie Cooksey

September 9, 2018

My Condolences go out to the Family and Ingrid. Billy was a good friend and was like family to me in many ways .I will Truly miss him but will never forget him.

Clyde Lee

September 9, 2018

My deepest condolences to you Ingrid and family. Billy was my mentor in construction for many years. He help to give me the confidence and skills to start my own construction company. I will miss seeing him at the lumber yard and driving around town in his always shiny red truck with a smile on his face. He will be greatly missed by many people.

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