Dr. Jimmy E. McCoy

A Boerne pillar faded away on July 31, 2023, when Dr. Jimmy E. McCoy departed for Heaven after a valiant struggle with Alzheimer's. The disease stripped much away, but in the end, he remained a distinguished and gentle soul with a heart for helping others.

Jim McCoy was born March 12, 1942, to hard working parents, Aura Lou and Eugene McCoy. Growing up in Banquete, his world was small, defined by muddy creeks bordering dusty cotton fields that turned up arrowheads and Indian bones. Both his mind and work ethic were shaped by this close-knit life pulled from "To Kill A Mockingbird".

He attended Texas A&I University, where he met an outgoing pretty girl from San Antonio named Irene "Cookie" Popp. His studious nature and good looks won her over, and they were married on August 22, 1964. He briefly taught in San Antonio and Corpus before pursuing medical school, graduating in the first class of UT Health Science Center in Psychiatry (1972), and then finding his niche in Family Practice, (Resident of the Year at Texas Tech in 1979).

With three young boys in tow, the couple settled in Boerne in 1981 after searching the Hill Country. Starting a medical practice was hard work, but the town embraced the new doctor with an old school mentality. Countless lives were impacted over his 35 years of practice, having a gift for uncovering ailments by following his instincts and inquisitive mind.

Jim believed strongly in God, and in salvation offered through His son, Jesus Christ. He grew spiritually over the years until encountering God on his own road to Damascus. This faith was closely tied to his love of America and support for the military and our freedoms.

As the disease progressed, Boerne blended into Banquete and his world became small again. His last months were spent in Menger Springs memory care where, in his mind, he continued in his medical work.

Jim is survived by wife, Cookie, and sons, Torin and wife Marissa (grandchildren Cole and Canaan McCoy), Evan and wife Rebecca (grandchildren Anna and Rhett McCoy), and Austin and wife Stephanie (grandchild Barrett Briggs), along with sister, Carroll Brown, and brother, Dale McCoy. He was preceded in death by his parents, and sister, Diann.

A celebration of his life and legacy will be held on August 10, 2023, at Ebensberger-Fisher Funeral Home in Boerne (Viewing/Remembrances 5-7 pm), with a 12 pm funeral service at St. Peter the Apostle Catholic Church on August 11th (reception to follow). To leave condolences for the family, visit www.ebensberger-fisher.com. Arrangements with Ebensberger Fisher Funeral Home of Boerne.