of Maumelle, AR

June 4, 1943 - July 29, 2021

Mr. Anthony (Tony) Bruce Covey, age 78 of Maumelle, Arkansas passed away July 29th, 2021. He was born June 4, 1943 in Northfield, Vermont son of the late John Russell Covey and Hilda Jerry Covey. After serving in the United States Air Force, he began a career in the Food Service & Manufacturing Industry where he retired after approximately 40 years of service. He was an avid gardener, wood worker and enjoyed cooking.

Mr. Covey was preceded in death by an infant daughter, Lorinda Sue Covey; two brothers, Arnold Covey and James Covey.

Survivors include his wife, Bonnie Smitherman Covey to whom he married on January 6, 1963; sons and daughters in law, Bruce & Sara Covey of Cartersville, GA and Jason & Kimberly Covey of Gainesville, GA; grandson, Tucker Covey; siblings, Janice McCormick, Hillard Covey, Clayton Covey, Joe Covey, Mary Gilbert, Lenita Niquette, Thomas Covey, Randy Covey and Kenneth Covey, several nieces and nephews also survive.

In keeping with his wishes, Mr. Covey will be cremated. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, August 7, 2021, 11:00 A.M., at First Baptist Church, 100 Valencia Drive, Maumelle, Arkansas. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Maumelle Animal Services.

Obituary Provided By:
Roller-Chenal Funeral Home
13801 Chenal Parkway
Little Rock, AR  72211
www.rollerfuneralhomes.com