Raymond Chesley Covington Obituary
In loving memory of Raymond Chesley Covington (Kingstree, South Carolina), who departed this world on September 26, 2025 at the age of 90. Raymond leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Raymond Chesley Covington to pay them a last tribute.
In the soft embrace of remembrance, we recall the profound impact Raymond had on those he encountered along his journey. Though Raymond may have slipped beyond the veil of mortality, his essence lingers like a faint fragrance in the air, a lingering reminder of the beauty and complexity of the human experience.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Holland Spears Covington and Mary McKnight Covington; and his wife Carmen McClary Covington. He is survived by: his sister Janice C. Russell of Sumter, SC; his nephew Dicky Butler of Stokes, NC; his cousins, Bert and Ondra Hanna of Kingstree; and his pet Buster.
Visitation was held on Sunday, September 28th 2025 at 3:00 PM at the Williamsburg Funeral Home (332 E Main St, Kingstree, SC 29556). A funeral service was held on Sunday, September 28th 2025 at 4:00 PM at the same location.
Memorials may be made to Williamsburg Baptist Church, c/o Merianne Cowley, 2111 Thurgood Marshall Highway, Kingstree, SC 29556 or Williamsburg County Animal Shelter, 200 County Camp Road, Kingstree, SC 29556.
