CLAYTON - Edwin "Jake" P. Covington of Clayton, died on Thursday, Oct. 28, 2010 in his home, after a long illness, with his family by his side. He was 77. Mr. Covington was born Mar. 13, 1933 in Boothwyn, Pa., the son of the late Henry and Lillian Covington. Mr. Covington was a wonderful husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. He will be greatly missed. He was preceded in death by his wife, Gloria R. (Wright) Covington in 1999; and their three sons, Edwin P. Covington, Jr. in 1955, baby boy Covington in 1956, and William "Billy" Covington in 1976. He is survived by three daughters, Karen Ward of Dover, Shirley Hudson and her husband Darryle of Peach Bottom, Pa., and Patricia Covington-Gloss and her husband Scott Gloss of Clayton; five grandchildren, Kevin Ward, Khristey Lau, Briin Hudson, Justin Hudson, and Jennifer Biddle; and two great-grandchildren, Andrew Lau and Cameryn Collins. Services will be at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers the family suggests contributions be made to Delaware Hospice, 911 S. DuPont Hwy. Dover, DE 19904. Arrangements are by Faries Funeral Directors and Crematorium, Inc. 29 S. Main St. Smyrna, DE.