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Lonnie McCoy Obituary

Lonnie C. McCoy NORFOLK - Lonnie C. "Bubba" McCoy, 91, of the 200 block of Poplar Ave. passed away Nov. 24, 2010. He is survived by two brothers, William Martin McCoy and Mervin O. McCoy (Pam); three grandchildren, Stephen McCoy (Marsha), Sean McCoy and Stephanie McCoy Battle (Eric); six great-grandchildren; a devoted daughter-in-law, Marva McCoy; and a host of other relatives and friends. A funeral will be held at noon Saturday in First Trinity AME Church, 1301 Elco St., Chesapeake. The family will receive friends from 5 to 6:30 p.m. today in Metropolitan Funeral Service, Berkley Ave. Chapel.

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Published by The Virginian-Pilot on Dec. 3, 2010.

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LaVerne, Angelina and Jonathan Key

December 16, 2010

There will be a void in our hearts with the absence of Uncle Bubba. We were blessed to have you in our lives the time you were here and your memory will forever live on in us. You will be missed dearly.

Sarah Spencer Buchanan

December 4, 2010

Bubba" as you are faithfully known, the Lord has called one of his faithful servants home. You have worked tirelessly in the vineyard and your work has not gone unknown. You were a true friend to our family and we will always remember you. Prayers and love to the family.

Tracie Hagewood

December 4, 2010

Uncle Bubba, "We were blessed to have had you as a soldier in our family's "army" for 91 years. Now, you are a soldier in "God's" everlasting army. May you rest in peace". I send much love and many blessings to my family during this celebration of your " HomeGoing".

Gladys Edmunds

December 3, 2010

I was saddened to hear of your death. I used to live next door to you and Elizabeth, in the white house with my dog Maxwell. I will forever remember you; I hope and pray at this time the family will draw strength and comfort from the faith in God

Always your neighbor,
Gladys Edmunds

Bevalon Scott

December 3, 2010

Bubba's quick wit and ready smile will be greatly missed. First Trinity has lost a dedicated and stalwart member. Cuz, you will be truly missed.

Bevalon Bennett Scott

December 3, 2010

I was sadden to hear of your death. I will forever remember you. For 12 years we journeyed together going to the grocery store, they were some great times until your illness. Thank you so much for your listening ear and your words of kindness and encouragement. Rest on my friend, you went from labour to reward. See you on the other side.
Rev. Bristol W. Elliott

Mervin McCoy

December 2, 2010

You fought a good fight, kept the faith that God would continue to take care of you;and now, you have wrapped the drapery of your couch around you and have lain down to pleasant dreams. God will continue to take care of you and your family.

Sadly Missed

Your Brother Mervin and Pam

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