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Robert McCoy Obituary

McCOY, M.D. Robert H. McCoy, M.D., 81, passed away Sunday, January 16, 2011 at Mt. Carmel Medical Center. He was born March 22, 1929 in Washington Twp., Pickaway Co., the son of the late Robert G. and Grace L. (Hampshire) McCoy. He graduated from Circleville High School in 1947 and from Capital University in 1951. Bob served in the Navy from 1952 -1954 and enrolled in The Ohio State University College of Medicine where he graduated in 1958. He was a member of the Elks; the Ohio State Medical Association; and was awarded a lifetime membership by the American Academy of Family Physicians. Bob enjoyed fishing and boating in the Great Lakes and Canada, small game hunting; and racing harness horses. He had a passion for old cars and had won several trophies with his 1966 Mustang convertible. Bob served as a physician in the Circleville community for over 50 years and just retired in December 2010. He was a greatly admired man and will be sadly missed by his many friends and family. Bob was preceded in death by his parents, his brother Glenn McCoy, and sister-in-law Carolyn McCoy. He is survived by his loving wife of 18 years, Virginia "Ginnie" Thacker McCoy; his daughter, Susan (Chad) Turner of Georgia and their children, Alex and Nick; sons, Mike (Beth) McCoy of Canal Winchester and children, Lauren and Hannah, Dane (Pam) Smith of Circleville and children, Matt, Meghan and Dana, Derek (Tina) Smith of Washington C.H. and daughter, Alyssa; nieces, Lois, Lynn and Lisa; his canine companion, Bruiser; and many, many friends. A funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday, January 20, 2011 at Community United Methodist Church, 120 N. Pickaway St., Circleville, with Pastor Barry Burns officiating. Burial will be in Forest Cemetery with military honors provided by AMVETS Post 2256 Honor Guard. Friends may call from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Wednesday at DEFENBAUGH-WISE-SCHOEDINGER FUNERAL HOME, 151 E. Main St., Circleville, where an Elks service will be held at 7 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to Community United Methodist Church, Berger Health Foundation, 1280 N. Court St., Circleville, 43113 or Berger Hospice, 1170 N. Court St., Ste. B, Circleville. To send condolences, visit www.schoedinger.com.

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch from Jan. 17 to Jan. 18, 2011.

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Kay Ebert

January 26, 2011

Ginnie, I am so sorry about Dr. McCoy
passing. He was such a wonderful person and Doctor. I will never forget being his last office parient on November 30 2010 seeing him relaxed talking about his retirement plans and having time to help you. I will miss his friendship as he made his patients feel like he cared for us.
Kay Ebert
Laurelville ohio

Kay Ebert

January 25, 2011

Ginnie, I am so sorry about Dr. McCoy passing. He was such a wonderful person and Docter. I will never forget being his last office patient on November 30 2010, seeing him relaxed, talking about his retirement plans and having time to help you. I will miss his friendship as he made his patients feel like he cared for us.

Randy Colucci

January 20, 2011

To Ginnie and Family:

I just heard the sad and tragic news. I am so sorry for the loss of a real gentle man and a true gentleman. I had the pleasure of practicing with Dr. McCoy for a short time as my first job after residency. Those years spent rubbing elbow with Bob was an experience I will keep with me for the rest of my career. He was the epitome of a family doctor: selfless and ever-giving as well as being the utmost in caring. He always had a smile and a kind word and he always had time for everyone. May all of you, family, friends, and patients alike keep his memory close with thoughts and prayers in this time of loss.

Dr. Randall Colucci

Kitty Taylor

January 20, 2011

Ginnie, so sorry to hear of the passing of Dr McCoy. He was a great Doctor and a wonderful man to work for even if he did keep long hours. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you. Kitty Taylor and Family.

January 19, 2011

mrs mccoy our prayers go out to you and your family doc was the best doctor in ohio me and doc alwaystalk abot ohio state football doc was always there for my family he was a very kind and understanding doctor he will be missed by our family may God bless you and your family william and betty sheets and family

Dennise Mcafee

January 19, 2011

Doc you were a friend and a good doctor.... you took care of all my family you were always there for us.. may you rest in peace. Ginny may God be with you if you ever need anything I will be there for you... God take care of this wonderful man..Jeff and I will miss you so very much. YOU WERE THE BEST..YOU WERE ONE OF A KIND... Dennise and Jeff McAfee..

January 18, 2011

Mrs. McCoy, I want you to know you are in my thoughts and my prayers at this time of sorrow. Dr. McCoy was a wonderful doctor and a very
nice person. He will be missed by the community but remembered as
one of the best and caring doctors in Pickaway County.
Gwen Logan (Cincinnati, Ohio)

January 18, 2011

Doc, what can we say about this caring doctor and wonderful man. He always had time for everyone. His passion in life was Ginnie,Bruiser and all of the people that he cared for over the years. He will be sadly missed by all.
Vicki and Steve Cordle Amanda, OH.

January 18, 2011

Our condolences from the family of Bob and Connie Speicher. Enjoyed many good times boating with DR. Bob and family. Had many conversations about the 'good ole days". Cindy Speicher Rathburn (Ashville,Oh)

Mary Spangler

January 18, 2011

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Jeanne/Mia Shea

January 18, 2011

In loving memory of a Wonderful Doctor, Quite Neighbor, and Great Man. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family and may your memories help you during this time of pain.

Norma Burton

January 18, 2011

Ginny, my heart aches for you. I know how much to two of you loved each other. Dr. McCoy was a fine gentleman and a great Dr. He always had a smile and made you feel like he really cared for you. He touched many lives. My prayers are with you . Miss you.

Norma Burton

January 18, 2011

Ginny, my heart aches for you. I know how much to two of you loved each other. Dr. McCoy was a fine gentleman and a great Dr. He always had a smile and made you feel like he really cared for you. He touched many lives. My prayers are with you . Miss you.

January 18, 2011

Thank you for your service to our country.

Blue Star Mothers of America
Buckeye Military Moms, Ch 9
Worthington/Cols. OH

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