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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

Wendell Chaney
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Wendell William ""Windy""
Chaney
1929 - 2018
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Obituary for Wendell William ""Windy"" Chaney

Wendell William ""Windy""  Chaney
Wendell “Windy” William Chaney, 88, died Monday, January 8, 2018 at Hospice Home. Born in Roanoke, he was a son to the late Merritt E. and Florence (Aughenbaugh) Chaney. Wendell proudly served his country in the Air Force and was a member of the Eagles 1906 and Moose Lodge 1063. Windy was a retired truck driver for Food Marketing. Wendell was an avid bowler and raced micro midget cars.

Wendell is survived by six children, Wendell “Bill” Jr. (Denise) Chaney of Columbia City, Mike (Phaedra) Chaney of Pierceton, Jane Chaney of Columbia City, Gene Chaney of Fort Wayne, Robert Chaney of Cromwell and Jan Chaney of Fort Wayne; 17 grandchildren; 19 great grandchildren; sister, Deloris (Clarence) Thompson of Columbia City; the children’s mother and his first wife, Marjorie Jane Lee of Larwill.

Wendell was preceded in death by his second wife, Jean Chaney, in 2008; sister, Mary Ann Kuhn; and a great granddaughter, Addisyn.

Funeral service is 11 a.m., Monday, January 15, 2018 at Covington Funeral Home, 8408 Covington Road, with calling one hour prior. Calling is also 2-6 p.m., Sunday, January 14, 2018 at the funeral home. He will be laid to rest at Covington Memorial Gardens. Preferred memorials are to Hospice Home.
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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.

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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