David McCoy Obituary
Dave McCoy's tough exterior gave way to a sensitive soul. He had a face-sized smile and a life-sized heart that enveloped those he knew. This giant among men had the ability to make a child feel like a super hero. Many will remember the way he would crumble at a child's firm handshake, or later was stung by high-fives from the grandkids. If you knew him, you saw him dance and play air-guitar (also air-piano, maybe air-drums, and possibly on a table). Dave had an endless love and childlike spirit. We hope to keep his kind and generous spirit within us and honor his legacy throughout our lives.
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Charles William Markey
December 28, 2023
Always smiling. Great friend. Great CMU teammate.
Harry & Billie Plouff
January 11, 2022
Our deepest condolences to Sue and the family. When we crossed paths at CMU football games, he was always smiling and enjoying life. Our prayers to all of you.
Don McNeal
January 8, 2022
Loved my teammate Dave, wasn't able to attend the service but my prayers go out to his loving family
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Steve Deckrow
January 6, 2022
I only knew Dave a few years, but you only had to know him a few minutes to see the kindness, love and laughter that made him immediately appreciated and loved by those who knew him.
He will be missed by all who knew him.
Kathryn Costa
January 5, 2022
My prayers are with you as you walk through this journey! Know that I am always here for you! Anytime day or night, you can reach out and know that I will be there!!
Gary (GC) Grundman
January 5, 2022
Dave was a great teammate, wonderful human being!
I will miss him.
Mary Miner
January 4, 2022
Shannon I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your Dad. Please accept my most sincere condolences. I will continue to keep you and your family in prayer especially your Mom. May his memory bring comfort and peace in the days ahead.
Joni Sandy
January 3, 2022
So many fun memories of and with Dave. Loved our conversations as we tried to solve the world´s problems-haha. But he did so love his family and took just as much delight in our own grandchildren and their friends as he invited them to race around the lake at his cottage on a 3 person tube. He seemed to make it his goal to watch them fly out of their seats until they could know longer hold on and go gleefully crashing into the waves. This summer Sue and I took on his challenge and laughed so hard our heads hurt ( or maybe that was the effects of the whiplash we received. He was all about fun, family and friends. I know he´s now in a much better place in the loving arms of his Savior but he will forever leave a void in our families hearts!
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