Donald R. Covell
October 10, 1933 ~ August 15, 2017
Donald R Covell, age 83 of Geneva passed away as the sun was rising on Tuesday August 15, 2017 at his home with his loving family by his side. He was born on October 10, 1933 to Russell and Mary Jean (Kendall) Covell. Don married Helen A. Yelcho on December 28, 1957. Don was born in Geneva and was a graduate of the Class of 51. He served in the Army from 1956-1958 and was stationed in Alaska. He worked at True-Temper from 1961-1980 and was an Ironworker until he retired in 1996. He was a member of Assumption Church, life long member of The Fraternal Order of Eagles, and Iron Workers Local #17. He enjoyed traveling with his wife and children, going to his grandchildrens school events, he was a fan of all sports particularly the Cleveland Indians and Cavilers. Don enjoyed working in his Gardens especially his flower garden, tinkering with new technology, spending the summers at Kenisee Campgrounds, but most importantly he was generous of his time with his family and friends. Don had an amazing out-look on life as well as an infectious laughter and friendship. Donald was preceded in death by his wife, Helen; parents, Russell & Mary Covell and brother, William Covell. He is survived by his children; Mary K. (John) Mattern, Barbara Covell, Carol (Nick) Carlisle, Patricia (Brian) Warring, Robert (Paula), Christine (Fred) Kisiday, Donald J (Veneta) and Kara (Kim) Calhoon; 18 grandchildren; 5 step-grandchildren; 2 great-grandsons and 1 step-great-grandson; his brother, Glenn (Dorothy) Covell; sister, Joyce Zigmont; and sisters-in-law, Gay Covell and Sr. Mary Jacob Yelcho. Visitation will be 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. at The Behm Family Funeral Home, 175 S. Broadway, Geneva, OH on Friday, August 18. Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:00 a.m., Saturday, August 19 at Assumption Catholic Church, 594 W. Main Street, Geneva OH. Fr. Daniel Finnerty will officiate.
Contributions can be made to Boys Town, 200 Flanagan Blvd., PO Box 8000, Boys Town, NE 68010 and Hospice of the Western Reserve, 17876 St. Clair Ave., Cleveland, OH 44110.
Friends may send condolences online at www.behmfuneral.com
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To all the Covells….We are thinking of you all at this sad time and are so glad we visited in September last year. Dons love of his family will give you strength during the difficult months ahead. Karen & Helen Magee Sydney Australia xx
To all in the Covell family – Don has left an immense imprint on all of us that knew and loved him. His incredible outlook on life, his infectious laugh and cheeky grin are treasured memories. May you find strength in each other as this very sad time. Love and friendship always Kerry, Ian & Sue, Brooke & Rhiannon McGlinn in Australia.
Don and Vaneta–You and all the family are on our thoughts, and we are very sorry for your loss. He must have been a fine gentleman to have such a son. Best love, from Harry, Kevan, and Lynn. We hope to see you in NOTL.
My sincere condolences to the family on the loss of your loved one. True comfort comes by drawing close to God (Psalms 83:18) in prayers so He (God) can draw close to you in return. (James 4:8).