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We were here around a year and a half ago when our step dad passed away and things didn't go well at all. Needless to say, we were very nervous on how all of this would work with the death of our mom. This time around Kayla and Eric took great care of us and I would recommend Covington Memorial in a heartbeat! It was a great experience from beginning to end! Great Job and thank you for everything!

Susan K

October '23

Kayla and her staff were very helpful helping plan for a memorial service recently held at their facility. Pricing was transparent and everything I chose for the service was very professionally done. They were easy to work with and delivered a nice experience. My family has used them on 3 different occasions and they all turned out nice.

Jeff

August '23

Very helpful, informative, and professional!! My mom's recent service was flawless. Very happy.

James L

February '23

Betty Schwartz did a wonderful job! Rev. David Mitchell who officiated gave a great sermon. Thanks for all your help.

Rachel Anker

All of my experiences with the staff at Covington Memorial Gardens were positive. Working with the "business" end of the process was efficient and professional. My parents had already purchased part of a burial package, and during my initial meeting with Covington, some months before my mom's passing, all the details were confirmed, and I was made aware of an additional cost that had not been part of the package.

Jill Weaver

We felt a comfort in the we were greeted and everyone was very helpful and kind.
I would recommend them to you. Thanks for making our final arrangements peaceful.

Peggy Kreigh

I wish to thank Jeanne Herman for contacting me to update my funeral coverage. I was not aware that my coverage for opening and closing was not covered. So with Jeanne's help we were able to rectify that. I am grateful for her assistance. She was very helpful and explained everything to me so I would understand.

Sandi Murdock

Josh did a tremendous job of not only telling us about the options and related costs for a pre-planned funeral, but he took the time to walk us around the cemetery to see the final product of the options and choices. This was very enlightening and well worth the time. We learned a lot and would recommend anyone contact the staff at Covington for a better understanding of your funeral pre-planning needs. Thanks for your time and knowledge Josh!

Mark Bickel

We have had 3 loved ones payed to rest here and every experience has been top notch. They are very compassionate, patient, and helpful. Cindy was a pleasure to work with make a very difficult time a lot less stressful. Thanks Covington Memorial!

Nicholas Vowles

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1925 - 2018
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Dear Berning Family,

Please accept my deepest and most heartfelt sympathies at the passing of this remarkable lady. Dorothy's faith and family is her life!! Although it has been many years, I vividly remember seeing the fulfilling joy that consumed her when she was surrounded by her children, grandchildren and I am certain in later times, great-grandchildren during family gatherings. She is so overwhelmingly proud of each and every one of you that carry her last name, whether by birth or marriage. Yes, even the men that married the Berning girls, are Bernings--to her!!!

She loves her family and she loves her Lord! We can all certainly take a lesson from her examples of how to encourage, support, be kind, strong and love others without judgement. She was also able to graciously maintain her own point of view that, as I recall, she would share with you, if asked!

I have chosen to speak of her in present tense with specific intention. My reason is simply because Dorothy Berning lives inside each and every one of you and you will carry her with you in so many ways for the remainder of your lives here on this earth.

It has been 19 years since my mom's passing. I have learned a few things,and, if I may, I will share them with you. Some part of Dorothy, whether it's her words, thoughts or actions will be evident every single day. This will bring heavy tears for a while as you all adjust to the temporary separation from her physical presence. However, as you all begin to heal in your own specific ways your smiles will replace the tears more frequently. Tears will still come but they won't always carry the overwhelming weight that they do at this time.

I will be praying for all of you, both today and for many tomorrows to come. May our awesome, compassionate and loving Lord and Savior wrap His huge arms around each of you as you begin this new journey.

With great love and respect,

Karen Berning-Hunter

 

 

Posted by Karen Berning-Hunter
Saturday January 6, 2018 at 2:14 pm
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Find An Obituary

Help remember your loved one with a thoughtful memorial, honoring the story of their life and family, as well as obtain details on their funeral arrangements. Click below to view our obituary listing.

Join the Mailing List

When an obituary is published to our site, we will notify you by email. This service is free, and you may unsubscribe at any time.

Covington Memorial Funeral Home would like to thank Lawrence Wrona at Falling Upward Designs for providing complimentary personalized memorial keepsakes to our veterans so they may be remembered.

Plan Ahead

Advanced planning is a thoughtful and considerate act that your loved ones will truly appreciate when the time comes.

Customized Tributes

Customizing the service for your loved one allows you to truly honor their memory with unique and personalized details.

Testimonials

We were here around a year and a half ago when our step dad passed away and things didn't go well at all. Needless to say, we were very nervous on how all of this would work with the death of our mom. This time around Kayla and Eric took great care of us and I would recommend Covington Memorial in a heartbeat! It was a great experience from beginning to end! Great Job and thank you for everything!

Susan K

October '23

Kayla and her staff were very helpful helping plan for a memorial service recently held at their facility. Pricing was transparent and everything I chose for the service was very professionally done. They were easy to work with and delivered a nice experience. My family has used them on 3 different occasions and they all turned out nice.

Jeff

August '23

Very helpful, informative, and professional!! My mom's recent service was flawless. Very happy.

James L

February '23

Betty Schwartz did a wonderful job! Rev. David Mitchell who officiated gave a great sermon. Thanks for all your help.

Rachel Anker

All of my experiences with the staff at Covington Memorial Gardens were positive. Working with the "business" end of the process was efficient and professional. My parents had already purchased part of a burial package, and during my initial meeting with Covington, some months before my mom's passing, all the details were confirmed, and I was made aware of an additional cost that had not been part of the package.

Jill Weaver

We felt a comfort in the we were greeted and everyone was very helpful and kind.
I would recommend them to you. Thanks for making our final arrangements peaceful.

Peggy Kreigh

I wish to thank Jeanne Herman for contacting me to update my funeral coverage. I was not aware that my coverage for opening and closing was not covered. So with Jeanne's help we were able to rectify that. I am grateful for her assistance. She was very helpful and explained everything to me so I would understand.

Sandi Murdock

Josh did a tremendous job of not only telling us about the options and related costs for a pre-planned funeral, but he took the time to walk us around the cemetery to see the final product of the options and choices. This was very enlightening and well worth the time. We learned a lot and would recommend anyone contact the staff at Covington for a better understanding of your funeral pre-planning needs. Thanks for your time and knowledge Josh!

Mark Bickel

We have had 3 loved ones payed to rest here and every experience has been top notch. They are very compassionate, patient, and helpful. Cindy was a pleasure to work with make a very difficult time a lot less stressful. Thanks Covington Memorial!

Nicholas Vowles