of Marianna, AR

August 29, 1953 - March 6, 2025

John Wayne Covey, 71, of Marianna, Arkansas passed away peacefully Thursday, March 6, 2025 in Forrest City, Arkansas. He was born on August 29, 1953 to Johnny Lee Covey and Amy Sue Watson Covey in Russellville, Arkansas.

He is survived by his wife, Pat Covey of the home; one son, John Edward Covey (Lori) of Hawaii; two daughters, Sandy Blair of Marianna, Arkansas and Michelle Criss (Greg) of Palestine, Arkansas; six grandchildren, Kadie Farrell (Nick), Bret Crick, Danielle Harris, Kimberlee Mavity (Daniel), Courtney Van Dyk (Adrian) and Hunter Criss (Hailey); seventeen great-grandchildren and three brothers, Bill Bob Covey (Martina) of Georgia, Daviey Covey (Janet) of Magazine, Arkansas and Charlie Covey of Fayetteville, Arkansas and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

He is preceded in death by his parents; one grandson, Charles Allen Harris; one sister, Pauline Chism and two brothers, J.L. Covey Jr. and Jimmy Don Covey.

He was in the United States Air Force. He loved politics, hiking and camping. He loved his grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

No services are scheduled at this time. Family & friends may view and sign online guestbook www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/Marianna.

Obituary Provided By:
Roller-Citizens Funeral Home
621 West Chestnut Street
Marianna, AR  72360
www.rollerfuneralhomes.com