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Lewis McCoy

1993 - 2025

Lewis McCoy obituary, 1993-2025, Greensboro, NC

BORN

1993

DIED

2025

Lewis McCoy Obituary

Our beloved brother Lewis Carlos McCoy received a call he couldn't refuse. He peacefully transitioned to his final resting place, releasing an exhale. There, he was reunited with his glorious mother, Gloria Kay McCoy, his dear father, Lewis Arnold McCoy, and his loving big brother, Zsarr X. McCoy. Affectionately known as Sumo or Mo by his family, Lew by his co-workers, and Lewis by his close friends and classmates, Lewis was an exceptional athlete from the age of six until he retired at the age of fourteen. He played baseball, basketball, and football. He was also an outstanding student and graduated from Grimsley High School in Greensboro, North Carolina, in 2012. Later, he proudly graduated from King's College in Charlotte, North Carolina. Lewis was also an avid Los Angeles Rams fan, loved music, and had his station on Stay Tuned Radio. Lewis, currently employed as a supervisor at Frito-O-Lay, was a hardworking, fun-loving, and a life-enjoying individual. Despite his quiet demeanor, he possessed a beautiful smile, an engaging personality, and an unwavering determination. His absence is deeply felt by his family and friends, including his two older brothers, Akil (Marina) Ali, formerly known as Elliot McCoy, and Jeremy (Tiana) McCoy. His two nieces, Zainab Ali and Lena McCoy, two nephews, Usama Ali and Princeton McCoy, his grandmother, Dorothy Horton-Guy, aunts Janice (Edward) Lee and Sharon (Doll) McCoy, uncles John Guy, Thurman (Karen) Guy, Marcus McCoy, Afi Osakwe (formerly Rodolphus McCoy Jr.), cousins Shawn Guy, Marcus Guy, and Jerel Lee, and his adopted family, including DJ Reader, Chris Harrelson, Daijon Wray, Miles Spruiell, Aunt Felicia Reader, and Sister Hediyah Al-Amin. A celebration of life for family and friends will be held Monday, August 18th, from 4-6 p.m. at 4 Chatterson Ct, Greensboro, NC 27410. We will always love and miss our baby brother, Sumo, and will carry your memory in our hearts.

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Published by Greensboro News & Record on Aug. 17, 2025.

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Dantony Wright

Yesterday

Dantony Wright

Yesterday

My condolences to the family of a great man Lewis McCoy. He will be truly missed by anyone who´s ever had the opportunity to meet him. Lewis was more than just a coworker at work he was family. He was the type of person that would help you through anything if you asked him with a smile!! I am grateful for the time I got to share with him!! GO HEELS, and RAMS!! I see you smiling now cause i would only say that for YOU at this moment!! Love you Bro!!

Nina Simone

Yesterday

My deepest condolences. Lewis was a kind and genuine soul - loving, hardworking, and always willing to listen. I am grateful for the memories we shared, and it is heartbreaking to have to say goodbye so unexpectedly. His spirit and his smile could light up any room, and I´m truly grateful I had the chance to encounter such a humble and loving person. Forever in my heart pretty eyes. Keeping his family and loved ones in my thoughts and prayers.

Daijon Wray

Yesterday

I still can´t believe you´re gone my Brother. We talked just about every day, and we were able to relate to each other. These past two weeks have been hard, trust me. I don´t know when it´ll get better. It was an honor to be your best friend/brother. We shared so many memories together. Last year, you were so big on your faith in God. You taught me more about the Bible and how to understand it the right way. So I know you're in the kingdom now King Mo. You´re now reunited with your Mom, Dad, Zarr, and Jay. I wish we had more time to do the things we had planned. Moving on with life without you doesn´t even seem real right now. It feels like I lost my twin. You know I´m gonna make sure your name live on my brother. It was honor to be your brother and it was a blessing to know Moyizah. We miss you! Until we meet again my brother...

Ki Quick

August 18, 2025

We have so many memories, I´m scrambling to find all our pictures. You were my best friend and so much more. I wish we had more time.. until we meet again. Condolences to his family, I hope you all find comfort knowing he was an outstanding young man.

Karen & Rufus Graves

August 18, 2025

We were classmates and friends of Kay and De De (Lewis) McCoy and knew their sons and family. Our condolences to the family for the loss of Sumo. You are in our prayers.

Mary&Kevin Gardner

August 18, 2025

Just wanna say we are sorry for your loss my son Kevin and Louis played baseball together for many years. May God be with you and your family, he was such a very sweet, intelligent little man and his mother was beautiful as well Miss Kay

Pamela Spruiell

August 18, 2025

Prayers go out to the family. I will always remember Lewis. Love Ma Dukes, Pamela Spruiell

Key

August 18, 2025

Such a sweet person my love and condolences to his family and close friends

Itzel Rodriguez

August 18, 2025

My condolences to Lewis´ family and friends.It was a pleasure working with you! You greeted me everytime with a smile on your face you will be missed

James and Delores

August 18, 2025

condolences and prayers go out to his family. In loving memory of a wonderful person. Lewis was a great friend and he will truly be missed.

Carlos vega

August 18, 2025

Lowis was a man with a heart of gold a true brother who always had your back no matter what. I love you more than the world, big dawg. Until we meet again, rest in peace.

Sierra Collins

August 18, 2025

My deepest condolences go out to the friends and family of Lewis. I had the pleasure of serving as his manager at Alorica, where he proved to be one of the most dependable employees. Lewis always carried a smile and brought joy to those around him. He will be truly missed.

LaShawn Lancaster

August 18, 2025

My sincere condolences to & prayers for Lewis' family. I am shocked and saddened to learn of his passing. He was always a kind, fun-loving person to be around, and a joy to work with.

Kiara smith

August 18, 2025

My prayers and deepest condolences go to Lewis´s family and friends. I am grateful to have known Lewis and will always remember the memories we have of him from Grimsley. He was always smiling , funny & true to Himself.

Bare'a Hood

August 17, 2025

My prayers and condolences go out to the McCoy Family. Lewis and I went to school together. He always looked out. I remember the smiles and good laughs we shared. Rest in peace brother.

Lewis Rawls

August 17, 2025

I love you twin we had da same name true friend love my g rest up you hurt me with this one

Tilen Ellerbee-Little

August 17, 2025

In loving memory of a wonderful friend. My brother Emon and I will miss and love you always. Rest peacefully.

Ryan "Seth" Lawson

August 17, 2025

I knew Lewis from working with him at Frito Lay, we would make each other laugh by just looking at each other! Will never forget the bet I made Lew, I had never picked batch at Frito Lay and told him I would pick batch if the Rams made the playoffs, and I be damned if they win the Super Bowl! Even as a 49ers fan I had the upmost respect for Lew.... he had a good head on his shoulders and that's rare to find in young folks nowadays! Rest high up there buddy!!!! I'll see you gain one day!!! Praying dor your family! See you again my friend!!!!

Mia Carmichael

August 17, 2025

I was an old coworker that worked with Lewis. He was a kind soul, always made me laugh and gave me good advice when I needed it. Ima miss him so much and I know he´s in a better place! Rest up king

Jonet N Eldridge

August 17, 2025

My prayers and condolences to all the McCoy Family..

William Washington

August 17, 2025

I was a coworker with Lew at Frito Lay. We clicked automatically because I could tell he was a good brother. Lew was always willing to help and always came to you correctly. We began studying the Bible and that just added another level to our friendship. We lost a real soldier of the Most High.

Danielle

August 17, 2025

He displayed such a warm, vibrant persona about himself. His presence was noticed when entering a room. I could never forget our Samsung coworker. The heart felt conversations we had, I´ll cherish. Rest easy my friend

Raven

August 17, 2025

He held a smile that would light up a room, he was what our Samsung family needed & he will be missed !

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