Alvin Leon Couey 58, of Keystone Heights, Florida passed away on Monday, May 23, 2011 at North Florida Regional Medical Center, in Gainesville, Florida. Alvin was born in Florida on Sunday, September 21, 1952. He is preceded in death by his father and a brother, Michael Scott Couey. Mr. Couey proudly served his country faithfully in the U.S. Navy Reserve. He was a lineman for Clay Electric Co-op for over 15 years. Alvin was an avid hunter and played football in his younger years. He will be remembered for his sense of humor, kindness, strength and unconditional love for his children. Memories may be sent to the family by signing Alvin’s online page at WWW.WattsFuneralHomes.com. Mr. Couey is survived by his sons: Travis Couey and Cody Couey both of Keystone Heights, Florida; daughter, Holly Shobris of Keystone Heights, Florida; mother, Merle V. Carter of Jacksonville, Florida; brothers: Virgil Couey of Marianna, Florida, Bruce Couey of Jacksonville, Florida; sister, Sandra Couey of Hampton, Florida; grandchildren: Buck, Sophie, Jack, Matthew, Emmily and Tristan; A memorial service will be 1 PM on June 4, 2011 at All Saints Nursing Home, 5888 Blanding Blvd. Jacksonville, FL 32244. Simplicity Cremation arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Watts Funeral Home and Cremation Center, Inc., San Mateo, Florida.
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To all of Alvin’s loved ones and family members you have my very deepest and sincerest condolences.
Having known Alvin from the time we were kids growing up as friends and neighbors I have many fond memories of countless hours and days of swimming, fishing, hunting, and backyard sports.
After graduating from high school we fell out of touch for many years. I guess just busy with our own lives and families. But as luck or fate would have it Alvin contacted me, after about 35 years, this past January 2011 and we were able to get together quite a few times and catch up on life, and reminisce about the good times.
I feel very fortunate to have known Alvin and very glad we were in contact these past few months.
He fought the good fight and now is truly free. Godspeed Alvin.
We love you all. Jack Sheila and Kristin