Douglas A. Coy

Douglas A. Coy obituary, Poughkeepsie, NY

Douglas A. Coy

Douglas Coy Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Timothy P. Doyle Funeral Home - Poughkeepsie on Oct. 1, 2025.
Douglas A. Coy, 81, of Pleasant Valley, New York, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, April 26th, 2025 surrounded by his loving family. Born on March 14, 1944, in Poughkeepsie, New York, Doug was the son of the late Moses Robert Coy and the late Catherine Signor Coy. He was a proud graduate of Wappingers High School in Wappingers Falls, New York. On November 1st, 1964, Doug married the love of his life, Jacklyn A. Blasi, at Holy Trinity Church in Poughkeepsie. A lifelong resident of Dutchess County, Doug was born in Poughkeepsie and settled in Pleasant Valley in 1971. He took great pride in his home and property, dedicating countless hours to making it a welcoming place for family and friends. Doug had a passion for sport, travel and time spent with friends and family. He was an avid bowler for more than 40 years as a member of the Poughkeepsie Elks Lodge bowling league, enjoying Sunday mornings with his teammates. He also loved spending time on the golf course with friends, sharing laughs and good times. For 55 years, Doug faithfully spent his summers vacationing in Cape May, New Jersey, creating cherished memories with family and lifelong friends at the beach. His adventurous spirit also took him to the Caribbean, Central and South America annually, traveling with his wife and dear friends - always returning home with wonderful stories and jokes. He was truly a gifted storyteller. Doug was a member of Holy Trinity Church, a longtime member of the Poughkeepsie Elks Lodge #275, and a past member of the Italian Center in Poughkeepsie. Doug is survived by his beloved wife, Jacklyn, at home; his daughter and son-in-law, Paige and Justin Hogarth of Pleasant Valley; and his grandson, Hudson Douglas Hogarth who was truly the sparkle of his eye. He is also survived by his brother and sister-in-law, Thomas and Jill Coy of Millbrook, and several cherished nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, Doug was predeceased by his sister, Patricia Ann Paterson. Doug will be remembered for his warmth, humor, dedication to family, and the joy he brought to everyone who knew him. He was one of a kind. Calling hours will be held on Sunday, May 4th from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. Funeral Service will follow at 4 PM at the Timothy P Doyle Funeral Home 371 Hooker Ave., Poughkeepsie, NY 12603. Burial will be at the convenience of the family. Memorial donations can be made in Doug's name to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.
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