Lloyd “Leon” Covey, age 75 of Mannington, WV passed away Saturday, June 29, 2024 at his residence. He was born August 25, 1948 in Fairmont, WV a son of the late Lloyd Covey and Mary Elizabeth Gray Covey.
He is survived by his two sons, Shane Covey of California and Billy Covey of North Carolina, and two brothers, Ronald R. Covey of Mannington and Jerry Owen Covey. Leon is also survived by his mother-in-law Janet Sue Cain of Mannington and several nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death his wife Diane Cain who died December 18, 2019 and his brother Bill Covey.
Leon was a 1966 graduate of Mannington High School and a Veteran of the United States Army 101st Airborne having served in Vietnam. He worked as a Master Electrician for industrial companies and enjoyed going hunting and fishing.
There will be no funeral home services as direct cremation was Leon’s wishes as his final method of disposition. Masters Funeral Home in Mannington, WV has been placed in care of the final arrangements.
Condolences
You fought a tough fight. Thanks for your service to our great country. Miss you my friend.
Rest in peace.
So sorry to read of your passing. You were a family friend for as long as I can remember. Rest in peace.
I will miss you Leon. We shared many great times together when we were younger. My sons Frank and Rusty looked up to you as they would an uncle. Thank you for your service to our country and thank you for your friendship to me. Rest in peace brother.