Margaret Love Covington

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Celebrating the life of
Margaret Love CovingtonDecember 19, 1918 - August 09, 2010

SAVANNAH – Mrs. Margaret Love Covington, 91 years old, died Monday, August 9, 2010 under the warm care of Hospice Savannah and surrounded by her loving family. Mrs. Covington was predeceased by her loving husband of 56 years, James Clyde Covington.

Mrs. Covington was born in Stockbridge, Georgia and moved to Savannah with her husband in the 1940's. She worked at Sears, Diana Shops and then Belk's at Crossroads for over 30 years until she was forced to retire at the age of 80 when Belk's closed its doors on Victory Drive. Many people will remember Mrs. Covington as the lady with the friendly smile and warm heart who worked in accessories at Belk's. She never met a stranger and was once nominated by her long time friend, Zelma Nasworthy, for the "Good Neighbor Award" through the Savannah News Press. The article described Mrs. Covington as a "real Christian lady with lots of love for everyone she comes across".

Mrs. Covington was a faithful church member. She was a charter member of Jasper Springs Baptist Church and a member of Morningside Baptist Church since 1950. She was very active in the church teaching Sunday School, singing in the choir, member of the ladies circle, church council and her personal mission was visiting with the sick in the nursing homes. She continued her ministry even after her health began to decline and had many "prayer warriors" she spoke to often by phone. Mrs. Covington especially enjoyed working in her yard, taking long walks, reading, and being with her grandchildren. She was fondly known by all as "Mema".

Mrs. Covington is survived by her three sons, J. Thomas Brenda Covington of Newnan, GA, Captain Mark C. Becky Covington of Savannah, GA, and Richard Craig Frances Covington of Augusta, GA. She leaves eight grandchildren, Veronica Rumble Bill of Lawrenceville, GA, Cindy Jerry Phillips of Wrightsville, GA, Laura Chris Miller of Savannah, GA, Ellie Love Covington of Savannah, GA, Brian Covington of Savannah, GA, Russell Covington of Atlanta, GA, Andrew J. Covington of Savannah, GA and Brandon Covington of Savannah, GA. She also leaves five great-grandchildren, Glenn Tanner, Richard Rumble, Jamie Miller, Rebekah Miller, and Daniel Miller and one great-great grandchild, Joshua Tanner and a host of other family, friends and neighbors.

Visitation: 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Friday, August 13, 2010 at Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel.

Funeral: 11:00 a.m., Saturday, August 14, 2010 in the Hodgson Chapel of Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors.

Burial: Bonaventure Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be sent to Hospice Savannah, Inc., P.O. Box 13190, Savannah, GA 31416, The Gideon Bibles, 103 Majestic Oaks, Savannah, GA 31406 or The Greenhouse Project for Youth, Isle of Hope United Methodist Church, 412 Parkersburg Road, Savannah, GA 31406.

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Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel

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Words fall short of expressing my sorrow. I believe we never lose the people we love, because they live the rest of our lives with us in our heart. As saddened as I am, I am so grateful for all the richness Memaw brought into my life. Memaw will be truly missed.

- Ryan, Tabatha, & Elizabeth Mauriello, Newnan, GA

Mark and Rebecca: You are in our prayers. Mrs. Covington will surely be missed. We know where she is! Please call us if we can do anything during this time of grieving. May God watch over you and keep you as he will your beloved mother.

- David & Sue Cannady, Savannah, GA

My Deepest Sympathy. I have Cherish memories of our association at Belk for many years. God Bless

- Ed Maltos, Port Wentworth, GA

Russ and family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time. May our Lord comfort you with His love and grace.

- Sandy and Kelly Stephens, Newnan, GA

Russ and family, We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Ronda Henry and family

- Ronda Henry, , GA

I am so sorry for your loss,she was a great lady.She will be missed.

- Lindsey milan, sav, GA

Mark & Becky AJ & Laura, I am so sorry about Mema's passing. Mema was a grandmother to me. Ever since I can remember she has been a part of ever milestone in my life and I will never forget her. She was greatly loved by all and will be deeply missed. She was a beautiful angel on this earth and she is now one of God's angels in heaven. What a true blessing!

- Ginger Strickland Smith, Savannah, GA

I worked with Margaret at Belk, she was a wonderful lady. I know she is in Heaven now with her Beloved Jimmy.

- Dottie Evans, Savannah, GA

Tom, We are sorry for your loss. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you in the days and weeks ahead. Love, Pam and Jimmy

- Pam and Jimmy Beavers, Newnan, GA

Mark and Becky, Mema was as much a family member than any one we know. She was a mother to all of us and we loved her dearly and will miss her greatly. Heaven cheered when she arrived.

- Gerald, Myrna & Pat Strickland, Savannah, GA