On 8th July 2023, peacefully at Papamoa Beach Village, aged 97 years.

Dearly loved wife of Bob (dec'd) for 65 years. Loving Mother of Robert and Barbara; Ross and Robin; Neil, Jenny, and the late Grahame. Friend of Diane and Libby, Claire, Elyse, Nisa and Morgan.

Much loved Grandmother of Alison, Stephen, Matthew, Margurite and Jessie, Jack and Angus, Joshua and Zachary.

A service to celebrate Des's life will be held at Legacy Tauranga, 383 Pyes Pa Road, Tauranga on Tuesday 11th July at 2.30.pm followed by private cremation.

Livestream details can be found at legacyfunerals.co.nz. Communications to the Des Covell Family, c/- Legacy Funerals, PO Box 3136 Tauranga, 3142