James E. McCoy

James E. McCoy obituary, York, PA

James E. McCoy

James McCoy Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by John W. Keffer Funeral Homes and Crematory, Inc. - East York on Nov. 25, 2025.

Publish in a newspaper

James E. McCoy, 90, passed away on November 22, 2025 at York South Nursing and Rehab. Jim was born September 12, 1935 to parents Nelson and Reba (Arnold) McCoy in Red Lion, Pennsylvania.
Jim married Patricia Zorbaugh in York. He was the father of Stephanie McCoy and Douglas McCoy Sr.
Jim worked for Zeigler Concrete, York International, was a trucker who loved Mack trucks, and also served in the Marine Corps. Reserves.
He was a parishioner at Holy Infant Church.
Jim is survived by his wife, Patricia, his children Stephanie McCoy and Douglas McCoy Sr. and his partner Linda Bucalo, grandchildren Preston Shaffer, Douglas McCoy Jr., and Dylan McCoy, great-grandchildren Raine and Kayden Shaffer.
Jim was preceded in death by his parents, Nelson and Reba McCoy.
John W. Keffer Funeral Homes and Crematory, East., are assisting with the arrangements.
To plant a beautiful memorial tree in memory of James, please visit our Tree Store.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

How to support James's loved ones
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

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 more
Poems of Mourning and Comfort

The best poems for funerals, memorial services., and cards.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief

Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.

Read more
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
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

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
Ways to honor James McCoy's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

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

Sign James McCoy's Guest Book

Not sure what to say?