Bernard L. Cover, 89

January 03, 2019

Bernard L. Cover, 89, Homestead Village, died on Thursday, January 3, 2019 surrounded by family. He endured the indignities of aging with courage and a quiet grace.
Born in Columbia, he was the son of the late John and Ruth Walk Cover. He was the loving husband of Patricia Fox Cover for 68 years.
A proud veteran of the United States Air Force, he served during the Allied Occupation of Germany following WWII. Bernie retired from Wilbur Chocolate Company following a career of almost 40 years and referred to his role as the ‘official Wilbur Bud taste tester’! He was a long-time member of Church of the Apostles UCC.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by his three children, Cynthia Cover, David Cover, and Donna (Tom Sheehan), all of Lancaster. He was a loving Pop Pop to three grandchildren, Brittany Cover, Tampa, FL, Jack Sheehan and Mitchell Sheehan, Lancaster.
He was predeceased by five brothers, John, Stan, Dick, Ken and Gordon, and three sisters, Anna Mary, Bernice, and Lorraine. He is also survived by his brother-in-law Frank Fox (Sandy), in addition to many beloved nieces and nephews.
A celebration of his life will be held on Friday, January 11, 2019 at Church of the Apostles UCC, 1850 Marietta Avenue, Lancaster. The family will receive guests beginning at 10:30am with a service at 11:00am. A reception will follow. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Church of the Apostles, 1850 Marietta Avenue, Lancaster, PA 17603 or Homestead Village Endowment Fund, 1800 Marietta Avenue, Lancaster, PA 17603.