Edgar D. Covey Jr.

Edgar D. Covey Jr. 72, of Butler passed away in Grove City after an extended illness. He was born in Greensboro, NC in April of 1948 to late parents Edgar D. Covey Sr. and Adelaide (Benard) Covey.  Edgar graduated from Butler High School in 1966. He then served his country in the US NAVY during the Vietnam era and received the National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, and the Campaign Medal. He was honorably discharged from service in 1970 after 3 years of active war time service. Edgar enjoyed fishing, the outdoors, and animals. He had immense pride in his military service and to be an American Veteran. Above all else he loved spending time with his family and his beloved dog Tucker. He was the loving husband of Louise (Fowler) Covey for over 50 years. Edgar was the father of Shawn (Lori) Covey and Tabatha (Troy Wroblewski) Covey. Grandfather of Levi, Taylor, Brett, Isaiah, Hunter, and Hanson. He is also survived by great grandson Lakie. Services will be held privately. Arrangements by the SPENCER D. GEIBEL FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, 140 NEW CASTLE RD. BUTLER, PA 16001 WWW.SPENCERDGEIBEL.COM