Add a Memory
Send Flowers
Make a Donation
Coy R. Postell
1943 - 2011
Coy R. Postell
1943 - 2011
Obituary
Guest Book
BORN
1943
DIED
2011
Coy Postell Obituary
He was born June 26, 1943, in Andrews, N.C., the son of the late Samuel Alex and Alma West Postell.
Mr. Postell was a self-employed landscaper with Postell's Landscaping since 1982. He frequently volunteered for mission trips through the North Carolina Baptist Men's Association which took him to the foreign mission field as well as at home. He also enjoyed and had a passion for helping others by building handicap ramps for many in the community.
He is survived his wife of 48 years, JoAnn Welch Postell of the home; son, Danny Postell and wife Heidi; daughter, Karen Postell King and husband Jeff; granddaughters, Alicia King Pham and husband Van, Amanda, Abbie, and Karie Postell; grandsons, Wesley King and wife Ashley, Michael Postell; great-granddaughter, Brooklyn; sisters, Vivian McMahan and husband James, Carolyn Rumbley and husband Ken, Sheila Grant and husband Gary, Marlene Johnson, Darlene Wilson and husband Tommy; brothers, Roy Postell and wife Doris, J.C. Postell and wife Vickie, Ricky Postell and wife Viola.
The family will receive friends from 1 to 2:30 p.m. Tuesday at Friendship Baptist Church, 5008 South New Hope Rd., Belmont.
The funeral service will be held 2:30pm Tuesday at the church, officiated by Revs. Tracey Mull and Lynwood Lavinder.
Interment will be in Friendship Baptist Church Cemetery.
Memorials may be sent to N.C. Baptist Men's Disaster Relief Fund, P.O. Box 1107, Cary, NC 27512-1107.
Arrangements are with Greene Funeral Service, South Chapel, Gastonia.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Larry & Carol Bryson
November 25, 2011
Joanne,I know coping with the sorrow of losing Coy is hard,especially with the holidays upon us.He was a special person & will be missed. We will keep you in our prayers.
terry brown
November 23, 2011
joann i am so sorry for your loss.coy was one of the most wonderful person i have ever met. from the day he started and built my barn. he was always there to help me. he i will miss him but i know he is at peace. i will keep u and your family in my prayers.
Julie Hoyt
November 22, 2011
We at Grandma Hoyt's will miss seeing you on Friday nights, but we also know you are in a better place now. In your memory we have made a donation to the Baptist Men's Disaster Relief Fund. You will be missed greatly.
Janice Goble
November 21, 2011
May God give the family peace and comfort during this time of separation. It is only a separation, all of Coy's family and friends will see him again who are in Christ Jesus. God has called one of His saints home, Welcome Home Coy!
Love and prayers
How you can show support
Send flowers
Consider sending flowers.
Add photos
Share their life with photo memories.
Plant trees
Honor them by planting trees in their memory.
Follow this page
Get email updates whenever changes are made.
Donate in Memory
Make a donation in memory of your loved one.
Share this page
Invite other friends and family to visit the page.
David & Linda White
November 21, 2011
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
David & Linda White
November 21, 2011
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Jay & Danielle Schoolmeesters
November 21, 2011
We are/were so very fortunate to have you & Joann as neighbors, friends, and we'd like to say family. You will be missed so much, & we are blessed to have have had you in our lives.
Carla Ghorley
November 21, 2011
There will be an empty chair at the holiday table this year, but it will be filled with loving memories.
Kim and Chris Carver
November 21, 2011
Dear Postell Family,
May you find comfort in knowing that your loss is God's gain. Coy will be missed greatly; rejoice in the wonderful memories he has left behind. You all are in our thoughts and prayers.
Bear Owings
November 21, 2011
Coy Postell is one of the finest people that I have ever had the pleasure of working with. I am also very proud to call him my friend! He will be missed in this community.
Farewell and Gods speed!
Showing 1 - 11 of 11 results
Make a Donation
in Coy Postell's name
How to support Coy's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor Coy Postell's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
