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Jessie McCoy Obituary
(Bradford)
Age 70
Beaverton, OR. She passed away surrounded by family at her home on October 21, 2011. She was born in Omaha, NE on August 8, 1941 to the late Dana Cuthbert Bradford and the late Ann Gooch Bradford. Jessie grew up in Omaha and graduated from Duchesne Academy of the Sacred Heart in 1959. She attended the University of Nebraska for two years, where she was an Alpha Phi. She left Omaha and landed in San Francisco, CA, where she worked for the Bank of America. She met and married LCDR Walter Lee McCoy. Together they raised three daughters in Camarillo, CA, where Jessie pursued her art, finished her Bachelor of Arts degree at UCSB and taught swimming lessons in her backyard pool for twenty-one years. She spent the last sixteen years in Beaverton, OR in order to be closer to her children and grandchildren. She worked at NIKE, Inc for four years in the Community Affairs Department, and pursued her passion for art. A life-long Nebraska Cornhusker fan, she cheered her team from a distance, getting back for games whenever she could. Jessie is survived by her husband, Walter Lee McCoy; daughters, Caroline McCoy, Courtney McCoy (David Woods), and Catherine McCoy Schini (Todd); grandchildren, Dylan and Scott DiBenedetto, Tess and Jack Sparks, and Kate and Karabeth Schini; siblings, Dana C. (Patricia) Bradford Jr., Anthony Bradford, Peter Bradford, and Judy Valverde; and family, Christian DiBenedetto, Meg Pitman, and Nannette Wien.
There will be no Service at Jessie's request, and family will gather to CELEBRATE Jessie's life during her favorite time of year. Memorial contributions may be made to Compassion and Choices of Oregon (www.compassionoforegon.org/contribute), and the Oregon Humane Society.
With heavy hearts, gratitude, admiration and love, we let Mama Jess go.
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Memories and Condolences
for Jessie McCoy
Paul Browne
October 24, 2023
Dear friend of Paul and Joyce from Navy days.
remembered and loved by all the Browne Family
Gina Warren
December 25, 2011
It's Christmas Day and I'm thinking about Jessie and remembering how much she enjoyed the holidays with her girls and grandchildren! I miss her today and am warmed by the thought of how much love she offered to me and the world.
Walt, Carrie, Courtney & Catherine...I wish you and your families a very, merry Christmas!
Pamela Rains Vik
November 30, 2011
Dear Courtney and McCoy family - I was so sorry to hear about Jessie passing. I have many fond memories of doing arts and crafts in her kitchen. She always was a great listener and gave us young girls sound advice. She was smart
Kelly (Kennedy) Alfino
November 28, 2011
Walt,Carrie,Courtney,& Catherine,
I'm sorry to hear about Jessie's passing. My heart goes out to you. May your memories keep you smiling & laughing.
Julie Grimm
November 28, 2011
Dear Courtney and all the McCoy's...
I am late to add my condolence to your mom's passing. She was an amazing person. I remember her fondly and I send much love especially during this holiday season. Court: I would love to reconnect with you ...
You still live bright in my memories of the past...
Love
Julie Grimm
[email protected]
Sol Chooljian
November 8, 2011
Dear Jessie's Family,
In the years since you left Camarillo, Jessie has continued to be a been part of our community in the wonderful memories of the hundreds of kids that learned how to swim and lots more about their ability to achieve a skill that would stay with them for a lifetime. We still pass by "Jessie's house" on Manzano and smile and that will also last for many more years.
Sol, Laura,& David Chooljian and Laura McAvoy send our condolences to you.
tim browne
November 7, 2011
Dear Walt, Carrie, Courtney, Catherine, and all others who Jessie touched in life:
i was stunned and immensely saddened when i received the news of jessie's passing today from my mom. i recognize that our time on this earth is limited, but jessie had such zeal, energy and love for life and others that it's just hard to fathom that she is no longer with us. rest assured though, that she's got st. peter, and probably a few others up there, wearing husker red over their robes.
i will never forget the fantastic times that our families shared together over the years. my only regret is that we have fallen out of touch. please call and look us up if you are ever in the bay area. there is always a place for you in our home.
i will be praying for all of the living who were touched by jessie's love. i will pray for jessie as well, but i believe that people who live as she did are never denied their heavenly reward.
god bless all of you -
tim browne
37 san carlos ct.
walnut creek, ca 94598
h 925-937-4667
c 925-368-4667
[email protected]
Paul & Joyce Browne
November 7, 2011
Dear Walt, Carrie, Courtney and Catherine,
We are deeply saddened by the news of Jessie's passing.
She brightened the lives of all who knew her. We have such fond memories of our time with all of you in Corpus Christi and California.
Of all of our friends during these periods, Jessie is the one our children remember the most. She was always smiling, full of fun, and had a great unique sense of humor! She told our daughter, Megan (age 3) to introduce herself as "Megan Maureen, my Irish Colleen Browne", and she did, for a long time!
May your sadness be lightened in the knowledge that you have been such a loving and close family.
Paul and Joyce Browne
Heidi Johnsen
November 6, 2011
Courtney,
I am so sorry to hear about your mom's passing. I have terrific memories of her driving us to the beach and around town. She was truly a beautiful woman in every sense of the word. I pray for God's peace to comfort you and your family.
With love,
Heidi (Holbert-Rankin) Johnsen
kim Arimura
November 6, 2011
Dear the McCoy family, I am so sorry to hear about your loss. She was a wonderful women and taught all 3 of my girls to swim. They loved her. God bless and be with you at this very hard time. Kim Arimura
November 5, 2011
Dear Walt, Carrie, Courtney and Catherine,
We were saddened to hear the sad news regarding Jessie's passing. She added so much to our Camarillo community. She could be counted on to help at school in so many ways. Her winning logo still is used for Pleasant Valley School District communications. We will always treasure her greeting us with that magnetic smile. All of you will be in our prayers and thoughts.
The Rains Family
Cecilia & John Kwolek
November 3, 2011
Dear Walt and Girls, You are in our thoughts and prayers. We have so many wonderful memories of Jessie and your family during your years in Camarillo - from our gourmet monthly cooking group, swim team meets, and swimming lessons in your back yard for our youngest swimmer Jeremy. I can still see your beautiful dog jumping in the pool to join the little ones during their swim lessons! Jessie was so talented in so many ways! May she rest in peace. God bless you all.
Wendy Tackett
November 1, 2011
Dear Walt, Carrie, Court, and Cath,
We were so sorry to hear about the passing of sweet Jessie. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers. Hold on to each other tighter than ever!!!
Much love to you all
The Tacketts
"Wendybird" and Jeff
Nita, Stephen and Leigh Ann Dunkle
November 1, 2011
Even though Jessie has been away from Camarillo for many years now, we always remember her with great fondness. She taught both Stephen and Leigh Ann to swim, which they dearly loved each year. There was great disappointment when the need for lessons was outgrown. We often speak of the times she shared in our lives and have reminissed with fondness at the learning of the sad news of Jessie's passing. She had a zest for life and great times which was infectious to all who were around her. I really don't think she ever met a stranger! Everyone was a wondrful friend of hers. Just follow the laugh and she could be found. She was such a dear, sweet lady and an asset to this community while she was here. She will always be in our hearts and you are so fortunate to have many wonderful memories of her to help you through these times. Our sincere condolences to the entire family.
Leigh Ann (Dunkle) Plassmeyer
November 1, 2011
I was so saddened to hear of the death of my first swim instructor. I remember many summers in the McCoy's backyard in Camarillo. I have so many fond memories of blowing bubbles, kicking, and knee dives from the side of the pool perched on a soggy towel. Thank you for the memories, the love, and the coaching.
May God be with your family as they go through this time of loss and grief.
Mike and Shawna Valverde
October 31, 2011
My thoughts, prayers, and condolences in this time to my Uncle Walt, my cousins Carrie, Courtney and Catherine, and to my Bradford side of the family.
To my Aunt Jessie: I will miss you! You are an amazing soul, and I am so proud to be able to recognize you as my aunt, life teacher, and coach. Thank you for being there for me. From teaching me to swim, to sharing your love of animals, to taking the drive down to be at my wedding. We love you!
Paula Gallup
October 31, 2011
I was proud to have had Jessie as a classmate. Many prayers and well wishes to all her family. Paula Fortune Gallup
October 31, 2011
When words become meaningless, please know, you are in my prayers and ever so close to my heart. May you find comfort in God's love for you and Jessie.
Suzette {Twinky} Sutton
Buckeye, AZ.
October 30, 2011
Courtney, I just heard the news about your mom and I am so sorry. I remember she had the best laugh and was so much fun! Liesl La Grange Noble
Annette Okamura
October 30, 2011
Dear Walt, Carrie, Courtney, Catherine,
David and Todd, Dylan & Scott,
Tess & Jack, Kate & Karabeth
Jessie has left a legacy of love, laughter and joy for our family. We are so much richer for having her in our lives. She modeled for us the joy of being alive, of sharing everything from food, costumes, swimming lessons, wine and always, great stories and laughter! Kim and Melanie are now both water safe to this day! She taught us all how to be happy and to laugh and to treasure friendships.
Thank you, Jessie. We will forever carry you in our hearts. You have graced our lives and we will never be the same.
Thank you Carrie, Court, Catherine for your family photos that grace our refrig, memo boards and office. Thank you for keeping us part of your lives these many years. Please, please do come and stay at the ranch when you visit.
Love you all to the ends of the universes and back. (805) 525-0500
Annette, Kim & Melanie Okamura
Karen & Roger Marble ( Marble"s Maintenance)
October 30, 2011
We will miss the wonderful stories and laughs that we shared with Jessie . It didnt take long to figure out what an energetic and talented woman she was and how much she loved her family . Courtney & Walt , you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers
Rob and Michelle Haneline
October 30, 2011
Rob, Michelle, Chase and Austin have heavy hearts for Todd and Catherine and the entire family. I too remember the stories of amazing Halloween decorations during this time of year...she will be missed by all. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family during this very difficult time. We love you!
Nancy Scheele
October 29, 2011
Will will always miss you Miss Jessie. Love, Dave and Nancy
October 28, 2011
Our deepest condolences to the family and Walt during this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sincerely, Walt's Nike golf league buddies
Courtney McCoy
October 28, 2011
This message is from Tess and Courtney. We have been busy doing Halloween costumes and thinking about the Halloweens we had with Jessie, and how much fun she made them. we will always think about her when we carve jack-o-lanterns and see people in witches hats.We hope to be as creative and have as much zest for life as Mama Jess always did. We will always miss her.
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