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Coy Coe Obituary
Coy was born in White Rose, Oklahoma on December 17, 1929. He graduated from Okemah High school in 1948. That same year he joined the United States Air Force. He fought in the Korean War and served our country for eight years. In 1956 he met his sweet heart on a blind date. Coy and Joan wed on August 25, 1956. Coy was employed by Coca Cola from 1956-1992.
Coy leaves behind his wife of 60 years Joan Coe; two sons, Rick Coe and wife Sandy of Odessa, TX, Alan Coe and wife Kim of Amarillo, TX; two grandchildren Seth Coe and wife Lindsay of Amarillo, TX, Sara Bass and husband Christian of Amarillo, TX; three great-grandchildren, Jayton Seth Coe, Lilyanne Grace Coe, and Jedidiah Coe Bass all of Amarillo. He has two remaining sisters, Betty Keithly of Sacramento, CA, and Alline Bentley of Cape Girardeau, MO. Coy was preceded in death by his foster parents Gill and Beatrice Dill.
Memorial Services will be held on Tuesday, June 28, 2016 at 11:00 a.m. at First United Methodist Church in McCamey, TX.
In lieu of flowers the family requests memorials be sent to Cal Farley's Boys Ranch: 600 SW 11th Avenue, Amarillo, TX 79101.
Arrangements are under the care and direction of Shaffer-Nichols Funeral Home.
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Jon and Susan Woods
June 28, 2016
Joan, Ricky, and Alan we were so sorry to hear about Coy's passing. We just learned that he was in the hospital while at the Wagnon reunion. Coy always had a smile for everyone and improved your day just by being with you. We will miss him dearly just as all of you will.
With deepest sympathies and all our love,
Rodney and Nedra McDonald
June 27, 2016
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Mona Burnett
June 27, 2016
Joan, my prayer for you and your family during this time is that each of you may feel God's loving hands and His peace that passes all understanding. Mr. Coe was blessed in this life by having each of you in his.
Larry and Wanda Dufresne
June 26, 2016
Joan, Rick and Alan, we were so sorry to hear about the loss of Coy. He was one of a kind. He always made us feel like family. I know he'll be missed so very much. Our love and prayers are with you all.
Sammy and Sarah Acosta
June 26, 2016
I don't ever remember seeing Coy without a smile,we will definitely miss him!!
Barbara Woods
June 26, 2016
Joan, so sorry for your loss. Wish I could be there for you.
You are in my prayers.
Danna Woodrow
June 26, 2016
Joan,
Love you so much. So glad for my time in McCamey as an adult to get to know you and Coy. I know he will be missed by so many. Hugs to you , Rick and Alan. Danna Woodrow
Peggy Stacy
June 26, 2016
Coy Coe Family ,Coy and Joan were two of the best neighbors anyone could ask for. McCamey is going to miss this wonderful man..prayers for the family.
Patty Jones
June 26, 2016
I am so sorry. We just saw this. Bless your hearts May God bless you. Love David and Patty
Jim and Glynda Largen
June 26, 2016
MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY IN YOUR TIME OF NEED. OUR PRAYERS AND THOUGHTS ARE WITH JOAN AND HER FAMILY. COE RIP
JerryPat O'Dowdy Taylor
June 26, 2016
Lonnie and Jerry Pat Taylor send our deepest sympathy to a very dear family. May God bring you peace and Grace throughout your grieving.
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