Following the passing of country music legend Toby Keith on February 5, 2024, his son, Stelen Keith Covel, and daughter-in-law, Haley Covel, have opened up about their profound grief and the enduring legacy left by the late singer.
In a heartfelt tribute, Stelen shared a cherished home video on social media, capturing a moment where Toby serenades the family with his song “If I Was Jesus.” Stelen expressed, “A whole year without my hero. Here’s to one day having more of these nights. Love you, Dad.” Haley commented on the post, recalling, “So many of these nights, but this one was extra special,” highlighting the deep emotional connection the family shared during such intimate gatherings.
On the one-year anniversary of Toby’s death, Krystal Keith also paid tribute to her father, reflecting on the cherished memories and the gratitude she feels for the time spent together as a family. She noted, “It feels like yesterday we said goodbye and yet it somehow has also been the longest year without him. I can’t help but find gratitude in all the time we had because we did all of life as a family unit.”
The Covel family continues to honor Toby Keith’s memory through personal tributes and public commemorations, ensuring that his legacy endures in both their hearts and the music world.