David Covert

On February 24, 2025, David Douglas Covert completed his journey on this earth, passing peacefully into the arms of his Savior. Born on July 6, 1962, in Columbus, Ohio, David lived a life that was a beacon of faith, love, courage, and unwavering devotion. His impact was immeasurable, his legacy indelible. 

David was the beloved son of James and Jeanette Covert and the cherished brother of James (Denise) Covert, Cindy (Scott) Shimer, and Keith (Mandy) Covert. He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother James, whose memory he carried with him every step of his life’s journey. 

David shared a once-in-a-lifetime love story with his wife, Diane (Ostheimer) Covert, to whom he was devoted for 37 years. She was his heart, his home, his safe harbor. Together, they weathered life’s storms and celebrated its sweetest victories, anchored by a love that was unwavering and unbreakable. Together, they raised four children—David (Sara), Abby (Chris) Gardner, Joshua, and Jacob. He was the proud grandfather of Chloe and John, with another grandson on the way, each one a precious gift he cherished beyond measure. 

Diane often called David her Captain, the one who guided their family with wisdom, love, and strength. In one of her last letters to him before he passed, she wrote, “I will love you until my dying breath—My Captain, My Love, My Life.” Those words became his compass, guiding him even as his body grew frail. He held them close until his final breath, a testament to a love that defied time and circumstance. 

David retired as a Commander in the United States Navy, dedicating 22 years of service as a Naval Intelligence Officer. His career took him across the world, forming lifelong friendships and leaving a legacy of leadership and honor. Though he often said it was the best time of his life that he would never want to repeat, the bonds he formed and the lives he impacted remained etched on his heart until his final days. 

After retiring from the Navy, David pursued a second calling as a financial advisor, where he served with integrity, wisdom, and compassion for over 28 years. He treated every client like family, offering counsel that was both heartfelt and unwavering. His name became synonymous with trust and honor, a reflection of the faith that guided his every step. 

But David’s greatest legacy was not found in accolades or career milestones; it was written in the lives he touched and the faith he inspired. His love for Christ was the cornerstone upon which he built his life and family. He often said, “It’s me and the Lord until the end of the line,” a truth that carried him through life’s joys and heartaches. His most treasured achievement was leading his children to the Lord, ensuring each knew the depth of Christ’s love. 

David’s courage was unparalleled. When ALS threatened to silence him, his spirit only grew louder. As his body weakened, his faith grew stronger. Even as his voice faded, his words became more powerful. He continued to write, pouring his wisdom into letters and prayers, ensuring his voice would echo through generations. It was often said that he was the only man who could lose his voice and still command the room. His heart was that big, his spirit that unbreakable. 

Through his pain, David taught his family what it meant to be strong. Through his silence, he showed them how to listen for God’s whisper. Through his suffering, he revealed the depth of his faith, the courage of his heart, and the power of his hope. 

David lived his life knowing that, as Winston Churchill once wrote, “To each, there comes in their lifetime a special moment when they are figuratively tapped on the shoulder and offered the chance to do a very special thing, unique to them and fitted to their talents.” David recognized that calling in his roles as husband, father, Naval officer, and servant of Christ. He answered it with steadfast faith and purpose, never unprepared, for he trusted Christ to guide his every step. 

David’s laugh was contagious, his wisdom unmatched, and his heart saw the Lord in everything and everyone. His storytelling was legendary, filled with humor, wit, and wisdom that turned ordinary moments into unforgettable memories. Everything he did revolved around his family, always including those he loved most. His friendships from his Navy days remained close to his heart throughout his life. 

David leaves behind his beloved wife, his children and their spouses, his grandchildren, and countless others whose lives he touched with his wisdom, laughter, and faith. He is reunited now with his Lord, having heard the words he so longed to hear, “Well done, good and faithful servant.”  

His life was a living testimony of faith, love, and courage. His legacy is written in the lives of his children, in the laughter of his grandchildren, and in the hearts of all who were blessed to know him. 

David’s love was always felt in the smallest of gestures. Whether it was the way he would quietly take Diane’s hand during every prayer, his gentle smile that spoke volumes, or his unwavering presence at every family gathering, his love was the silent anchor that held his family together. Those small moments were his legacy—a love so profound that it will echo through generations.

As we gather to remember David, we celebrate not just a life well-lived but a love well-given. His legacy is not measured in years but in lives changed by his kindness, his laughter, his faith. We take comfort in the words of 2 Timothy 4:7 — “I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.” David finished his race with courage, love, and faith that moved mountains.

His story does not end here. It lives on in the lessons he taught, the love he gave, and the faith he inspired. 

John 14:27 — “Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you. Not as the world gives do I give to you. Let not your hearts be troubled, neither let them be afraid.” 

May his faith inspire those who follow, and may his love continue to light the way.

Visitation will be from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm, with funeral services at 2:00 pm, on Friday, February 28, 2025 at Randall & Roberts Funeral Center, 1685 Westfield Road, in Noblesville. Burial with Military Honors will follow at Crownland Cemetery in Noblesville, Indiana.

If you would like to honor David’s memory, donations for ALS research can be made at:  https://www.iamals.org/

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