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William Coy Obituary
Bill lived a full and happy life. He raised two young girls as a single father, was a lover of gardening, fishing, and was an avid Red Sox fan. He was clean and sober for over 40 years and a pillar in the local AA community and around New England. He was a caretaker for many years and was fun-loving, caring and kind. He was known to bring laughter and joy to all who met him.
He is pre-deceased by his wife Geraldine Stewart-Coy. He is survived by his sister Marilyn Carpenter, his brother Douglas Coy, his daughters Heather Butler, Holly Jackson, Stephenie Milbury and Shawna Milbury, and several grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the American Cancer Society.
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