June Marie Covey-Spedowski, age 79 a lifelong resident of Stanwood, passed away Friday, May 22, 2020 at her home surrounded by her loving and devoted family.
She was born June 17, 1940 the daughter of Frank and Mary (Behrendt) Ellison.
June was an active member of the Stanwood community. She was a longtime member of the Mecosta County Sheriff Posse, she served on the Austin Township Fire Department and participated in Eagles Aerie # 4360 & 2535 and the VFW.
June was also a member of Christ the King Catholic Church in Howard City.
She is survived by her husband Robert Spedowski; children, Doug and Sandy Covey, Cindy and Jamie Covey, Rick and Kathy Covey, Julie and Bill Hoisington, Theresa and Henry Cook; 15 grandchildren, Doug (Tonda), Jeff, Nick (Nina), Nichole (Chris), Phillip, Ricky, Jordan (Karson), Jenna, Felecia (Carl), Allie, Elizabeth (Jessie), Kristopher, Whitney (Rich), Alexandria (Greg), Mackenzie (Riley); 34 great-grandchildren, Sebastian, Landon, Mason, Kameron, Jayden, Hunter, Hailey, Sadie, Audrey, Ava, Kason, Triston, Jacob Noah, Carter, Landon, Anastasia, Christian, Grayson, Dylan, Natalie, Averie, Landrie, Lila, Jasmine, Isabelle, Sophie, London, Logan, Fitch, Lydia, Tucker, Lyle, Jack
Junes grandkids & great grandkids were the center of her world. Her love for them was extraordinary. She enjoyed doing the paper route with their help, & watching their sports & 4-H shows.
Also surviving are Junes brother Lester Ellison and his wife Joyce and many nieces and nephews.
June was preceded in death by her parents, husband, Walt Covey, grandson, Dustin Young, granddaughter, Dakoda JA Cook, three brothers; Don, Harry and Bob Ellison.
June will be laid to rest at the Stanwood Cemetery.
Due to the Covid-19 restrictions private graveside services will take place 1:00 p.m. Friday, May 29, 2020
Memorial contributions in Junes name may be given to her family.
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Graveside Service
Friday, May 29, 2020
1:00 PM
Stanwood Cemetery
Stanwood,Michigan
49346