James Ellis Covington's obituary , Passed away on June 11, 2026 in Marshville, North Carolina

James Ellis Covington

March 30, 1941 - June 11, 2026 (85 years old)

Marshville, North Carolina

James Ellis Covington's obituary , Passed away on June 11, 2026 in Marshville, North Carolina

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James Ellis Covington

March 30, 1941 - June 11, 2026 (85 years old)

Marshville, North Carolina

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James Ellis Covington Obituary

The family of James Ellis Covington (Marshville, North Carolina) announces his passing on June 11, 2026. James Ellis, born on March 30, 1941, is remembered by family, friends, and others who shared time and connection. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of James Ellis Covington to show support.

He was predeceased by: his parents, George Covington and Mittie Chambers Covington; his wife Margie Covington; his daughter Lisa Ann Covington; and his siblings, Parthaina White, Berniece Staton, Louvenia Gillespie, Mary Ruth Sturdivant, Queenester Thomas, Kenneth Covington, Columbus Covington and George Covington, Sr..

He is survived by: his daughter Loria Ann Watkins (Nathaniel); his siblings, Wilson Covington of Marshville and Sarah Maske of Atlanta, Georgia.; his grandchildren, Jeremy Covington (Cesslie) of Pageland, Jesica Furtick (Kinnard) of Columbia and Justin Covington (Antoinette) of Columbia; and his great grandchildren, Jacoven, Jerod, Jaylen, Justin Jr., Kayla, Jacari, Jada, Janay, Jeremy Jr., Jala, Justyce and Jordyn. He is also survived by family, he leaves a host of special nieces, nephews, other relatives, and many dear friends.

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June 15

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Smith's Funeral Home
604 Salisbury St, Wadesboro, NC 28170

Tue

June 16

Visitation

Greater Grace Community Baptist Church
880 Hasty Rd, Marshville, NC 28103

Tue

June 16

Funeral service

Greater Grace Community Baptist Church
880 Hasty Rd, Marshville, NC 28103

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