Photo courtesy of Smith, Bizzell & Warner Funeral Home
Gary, Indiana
Jan 22, 1994 – May 8, 2025
Brian Anthony McCoy Jr. was born on January 22, 1994, to Kimberly L. Chandler and Brian Anthony McCoy Sr. in Gary, IN. Following the passing of his parents, he was lovingly raised by his grandmother, Wanda Sue Chandler-Hawkins, and later by his aunt, Sharon Wesley.
Brian attended Lew Wallace High School.
His faith in God led him to accept Christ as his personal Savior at Christ Temple Church of Christ Holiness (USA.), where Bishop Dr. Dale L Cudjoe baptized him.
Brian worked at O’Reilly Auto Parts Distribution Center in Indianapolis.
Brian was reunited in eternity with his beloved mother, Kimberly L. Chandler; his father, Brian Anthony McCoy Sr.; his grandmothers, Wanda Sue Chandler-Hawkins and Wilma McCoy; and his aunt, Kennetta Johnson, on May 8, 2025.
He leaves to cherish his memories siblings, Terrel Chandler, Christy, Jessica, Brianna, Devon Mccoy, and Daivon (Shannette)Newell; Uncles Marlon L. Phillips Sr., Darrin Phillips, George (Michelle) McCoy, Tommie Johnson, Kenny Johnson, and Keith (Brandi) McCoy, Wayne (Karen) Chandler; Aunts, Terleea Hawkins, Shana Collins, Shirley Johnson, Shinnetta (William) McCoy-Lee, Darlena Johnson, Kennetha Johnson, Sharon Wesley, Edith Chandler, and a host of other relatives and friends.
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To the Chandler Family,
Sorry to hear about the passing of your love one. May God comfort you and hold on to your memories.
Minietta Nelson-Reed
May 29, 2025 | Gary, IN | Neighbor
Brian was a sweet co - worker !! Always a smile and a hello. I’ll miss him.
Mary Mergen
May 22, 2025 | Brownsburg, IN | Coworker
My condolences
Kalynn Bryan
May 22, 2025 | Gary, IN | Friend
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends. Have peace knowing that Brian’s soul is now resting with our Heavenly Father.
Arelise Randle
May 22, 2025 | Family
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Horace Matthews
May 21, 2025 | Brownsburg, IN | Friend
My condolences Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always. May God comfort the Chandler family as only He can.
Valetta Ross
May 21, 2025 | Merrillville, IN | Family
To the Johnson family may God continue to bless you all. I know this is a difficult time but always remember God does not pt anything on us that we can't handle. I love you all. My condolences and deepest sympathy.
Odessa Martin
May 21, 2025 | Pittsburgh, PA | Family
Hey baby remember that you are always loved and will never be forgotten. I am not there because of me being outta town but I love you always TT Odessa
Odessa Martin
May 21, 2025 | Pittsburgh, PA | Acquaintance
From Bam my condolences to the family.
Clarence Fields
May 21, 2025 | Gary, IN | Friend
