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Obituary For George David Covington

Mr. George David Covington, 69, was born on Sunday, June 8, 1952 and departed this life on Saturday, November 6, 2021.

Funeral service will be held at Mt. Calvary United Church of Christ, 1715 Athens Ave., Durham, NC on Saturday, November 13, 2021 at 1:00 pm, visitation from 12:00 to 1:00 pm. Burial at Glennview Cemetery.

Masks are to be worn and social distancing required at all meetings with family, friends and services.

The family request that In the place of flowers, please make a donation to CAARE INC, 214 Broadway St or Urban Ministries of Durham , 410 Liberty St.

The family appreciates all acts of kindness during this difficult time.

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I forgot to sign my name to the below candle and message. Sandra S. Williams(sandraannseberry@gmail.com

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Deepest condolences. I was truly saddened to hear of Mr. Covington's passing. I miss the good food already and our conversations when I went to the restaurant.

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My deepest condolences to the Covington family. I knew George from Duke. Your great cooking became your lifetime passion. Sharon S Harris

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Thank you for your service to our community. Thank you for always sharing a smile and for sharing your food. Our sincerest condolences to your family. Much peace and love. T. Johnson

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You will be missed by so many.But you are resting now and you have no more pains you are healed and now you'll be wearing your wings.Your spiritual body you have so let your family and friends know you will always be watching over them and you will see them on the other side .Blessings and Peace May you find in the coming days.Gods got his hands on you so be Strong and Encouraged..You're not alone .

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I was thinking about George recently. I used to stop by his restaurant often when my mother lived in Durham. Mother and I always enjoyed the food. Without knowing that George was ill, I was planning on seeing him at his business. I thank God for the privilege of knowing him as a great person. My condolences to the family. Warren McNeill and Willie N. McCoy

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Words cannot express the sadness that we feel at the death of our cousin. We certainly will miss his loving kindness and strong sense of giving for all of our Family Reunions. It was always a joy to watch you perform your craft that you were so good at. You most certainly will be missed. Faye Mitchell

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I thank God for giving me the opportunity to meet such a special person I will always remember you with great respect and affection

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Everyone remembered George because he always had a smile and beautiful spirit. Rest in power and love as you join our father above. You will be truely missed. Pamela Liles-Scarlett

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Goethe will be sorely missed. One of the highlights of my life was stopping by Catering by George on the days when I'd find myself on that side of town. It was especially gratifying when 'Mrs. George' was there.... I'll never forget how we laughed...All was right with the world at that moment, in the microcosm we shared. It is with a very heavy heart that I bid you Rest In Peace and Power, George. I am thankful our paths crossed on the 'yellow brick road'. Much love and sincere condolences to Diane and the Covington Family, Setrina Hunter

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The Choates family would like to express our deepest condolences to Diane and the Covington family. George was our brother from another mother. George was very close to my brothers Nate and Terry and he worked for my dad back in the day. Our families lived right across the street from each other on S Alston Ave. Him and Lannie spent a lot of time at our house. George's smile and his good food will be greatly missed. We will love always you brother. Nesie Choates

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The memories are great and the love is forever. May God bless the entire family during this season of sadness. Mary Scott

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To the family of my friend George, please know that this brother and All of you are very well loved. Your mouth demeanor was certainly welcome. About the only time George will get a real happy in his voice is when somebody want to talk about Duke LOL. It was something to learn that he received his wings are homecoming day. That was really just something. He had a wonder of all rapport with the public and we love the whole family. Mama used to make for me a salmon a cheese toast in the morning time when I was working at NCCU. My whole office envied me for that sandwich. George invited me to bring my meetings with my class to the restaurant at any time and served us great food. I bought all the friends and family that I could to the restaurant because I love that atmosphere a family. May God bless you richly and may the kind memories be your comfort in times Sadness.

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To the family. We are definitely praying you! We love you all so much! Love always, your cousin Tric(Rockingham, NC)

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To the Covington family,our prayers will continue to be with you during this difficult time. I recalled meeting George when i was around 12 and Lanny married my sister Ruth as he affectionately called her. We shared a love of wrestling and I knew him as Joe. His big smile and delicious food was a staple at family events. George was loved, and he will be greatly missed!

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Deepest sympathy to the Covington families during the passing of George. Our prayers are with you. Samuel and Cynthia Hester-Jackson and family

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My sincere condolences to the family, and to the community at large, as we are ALL Heartbroken, and still trying to accept this devastating news. I found out this afternoon, when I stopped by to get my ribs and sides. What a hard-working, personable, respectful, and kind man. Originally from NJ, I discovered his delicious food later than most, but I tried to make up for lost time, with regular visits. A valued pillar of our community has left us. Let us honor his legacy, by showing each other love, and supporting black/family-owned businesses that make a difference. God Bless Us All❣️

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Condolences to the Covington Family Prayer are with you for comfort during this time, From Kevin Holmes sr. Christine ,Alexis,Kj,Tayna, George will Truly be missed for his Friendship and words of wisdom and kindness to our family..

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In memory of Mr. George. He will truly be missed by all that had the privilege of knowing him including me. May you rest in peace. You had such a beautiful smile. Good man of God.

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To the Covington Family my thoughts & PRAYERS are with you.I was saddened to hear of Mr. George's passing. I have always enjoyed his cooking since I was student @ NCCU, & will miss his Delicious Chitterlings. Take your rest Mr. George I will miss you.

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Condolences to the Covington Family Prayer are with you for comfort during this time .The Pearsontown class mates

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To the Family. Our prayers, love and sympathy go out to you during this difficult time. Mr. George will truly be missed. He was a good man and an excellent cook. When my son and I would go to get food he always made you feel welcome. His restaurant was a place of laughter and the food was made with love. Mr. George also didn't mind giving you a hard time if you weren't a Duke Fan. Our hearts are broken!!! We will miss your kindness and love!!! Beverly and Deion Harris

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I'm very sad to hear of the passing of my special friend. George will be truly missed. Condolences to the Covington family.

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George and I have been friends since we were young adults, even before Ebony was born. He always had a sweet, sweet spirit, and showed respect for others. My prayers are with the Covington family during their time of loss.💕rbms47k

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I will always remember Mr. George is the kindest most welcoming man I have ever met in my wife. I only became acquainted with him recently But now I feel like I have lost a good friendfriend. May God comfort the hearts of his circle of family and friends.

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My sincere condolences to the family. Always put a smile on my face when he would come to pick up paper products from NJP! Prayers for the family 🙏🏽🙏🏽

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love and prayers to Diane, Mrs. Covington, Eboni and Family. Remembering Phyllis C Hodge, Mollie Renfrow

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Heartbroken 💔 My sincere condolences to George's Family. I met him in the "Mac" in 1973 and we became friends, only to discover that we were related somehow through my grandmother! I know where you are... and it is well with my soul🙏 Clarice Covington Greene

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To the family of Brother George Covington. George was such a beautiful person. My daughter said she didn't care when she would come to their restaurant he would always ask about me. He genuinely loved people. Brother George beautiful spirit and smile will be missed. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers.

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My prayers are extended to the Covington family. Rest in peace Mr. George. I will forever remember the wonderful fish dinners!! Family, may you find peace, comfort, understanding and strength in the days ahead.

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Too the family of George Covington. He waz a caring, God fearing man that I met while living on Martha Street. My daughter and. I often bought dinners there. He would always encourage her in school work. He would give her a Scripture to read. Diane and his Mother was caring and loving people. Will miss that beautiful smile on his face. May God watch and keep you in his loving arms. Brenda and Tekurah Boyd

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I was saddened to hear of the passing of my classmate and dear friend. He was an intricate part of the community, a positive influence for our young men and a dedicated family man. I will miss our long conversations about the state of Durham, sports and more importantly our relationship with the Lord. To the family, may you find comfort and peace in knowing that God has given to us in life and has provided for us in death. Death has no victory. With our sincere condolences, Phillip (PC) and Jean Curtis

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George was a good hard working and caring family man. He was devoted to his family as a good father/husband should be. We will miss him greatly but we know that God loves him most of all. He and Diane were a beautiful couple. Walt and Phyllis Garrison

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My condolences to the Covington family. Remembering George from our Mt. Zion days (over 30 years ago). Rest in peace my brother. Karen Baldwin and family.

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I met George years ago at The National Center for Health Statistics from which I retired. He was a most dedicated, hard working and talented chef whose food was beyond compare. He always carried himself as a true man of God and enjoyed serving humanity. My sincerest condolences to his help mate, Diane and family as he has gone from labor to reward. Rest well George from a job well done!!! With sincerest regards and compassion, Brenda Brown and The NCHS Retirees

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Prayers go out to the Covington family during their time of grieve. George and I go way back from my to.w at Whitted Jr High and he at Highland Jr High. George was Always down to earth and had a smile. It had been many years since I had seen George and he was still that same person of character. Rest in peace my friend. Darvin Ezell.

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I met George years ago when he catered at The National Center for Health Statistics where I was employed. He was a most dedicated and talented chef whose food was beyond compare. He always carried himself as a true man of God and enjoyed serving humanity. My sincerest condolences to his help mate , Diane and family as he has gone from labor to reward. Rest well George from a job well done!!!!

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Prayers for peace and comfort to the Family and many Friends of George. May your Memories of Love keep your hearts strong. ❤️🙏🌹 Beatrice McQuaig Byrd Highland Junior High Jordan HS Class of 1972

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To the family; my mother loved to go George's restaurant for fish dinners, he was nice to her and I appreciated his kindness; may the God of all comfort 2 Cor 1:3,4 comfort you EJohnson

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To the family; my mother loved to go George's restaurant for fish dinners, he was nice to her and I appreciated his kindness; may the God of all comfort 2 Cor 1:3,4 comfort you EJohnson

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To the family; my mother loved to go George's restaurant for fish dinners, he was nice to her and I appreciated his kindness; may the God of all comfort 2 Cor 1:3,4 comfort you EJohnson

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Dear Family, Friends, The JHS Class of '72 and Highland Junior High Falcons, The passing of George Covington places a strain on our hearts but not on the strong ties that bind this unique community. George was a vital part of our lives from as early as elementary school until his passing. Our community was unique in the historic and social challenges we faced. Sports and citizenship played a significant role in the way we were able to meet and overcome these challenges. George participated in sports, and other clubs and activities that provided history-making strides for us. Thankfully, we grew and emerged as a force in Durham and beyond as we chose careers, raised families and contributed to the making of Durham; particularly Hayti. Catering by George provided a "touch stone" for all citizens to be well fed; not only with good food, but with a sweet and loving spirit for others. Beyond George's culinary and entrepreneurial skills was humanitarian nature as demonstrated by making the restaurant available for meetings and worship services. George was not a complainer. In fact, if you were not aware of his health concerns, you would never know the degree to which he battled dis-ease in his body. Even in this George was concerned about others and generously contributed to the campaigns for better living for others. Our friend and our brother is already missed for the abiding positive spirit he ushered into any space he occupied. Dear Family and Friend, may we be encouraged as George encouraged others. Peace and Blessings, Anita Scott Neville

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