William L. McCoy
May 16, 1944 ~ August 21, 2017
William L. McCoy, 73, Mooresville, passed away peacefully at home August 21, 2017, surrounded by his loved ones. Bill was born May 16, 1944, in Washington, to the late Lester and Elizabeth (Schenkel) McCoy.
He graduated from Washington High School in 1962 and served in the United States Army during the Vietnam War. He attended Indiana University and earned a degree in engineering from Purdue University. Bill worked as an engineer for Naval Avionics, the Allison Division of General Motors and retired from Rolls Royce. He was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Mooresville. Bill had an appreciation for agriculture and managed the family farm. He also enjoyed traveling and enjoyed coaching youth sports as his sons were growing up. Above all, Bill was a strong family man who will be fondly remembered for his wisdom and care for his loved ones.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Dr. Tim McCoy, M.D.
Survivors include his wife, Lois (Ridge) McCoy, to whom he was united in marriage July 24, 1971; sons, Bryan McCoy, Benjamin McCoy (Lucie Sidibe) of Poway, California; Mark McCoy of Omaha, Nebraska; two granddaughters, Maxwelle and Morgan McCoy.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, August 24, 2017, 5 to 8 p.m., in the chapel at
Carlisle – Branson Funeral Service & Crematory, Mooresville. The funeral service will begin at 10:30 a.m., Friday, August 25, 2017, in the First United Methodist Church, 900 N. Indianapolis Road, Mooresville. The committal will follow at 2 p.m., in the Ellettsville Presbyterian Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to a favorite charity. Visit www.CarlisleBranson.com to share a favorite memory or to sign the online guest registry.
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So sorry. Bill was loved by many & will be missed. Steve & Sue Klinger
So sorry Lois, Mark, Ben and Bryan. Bill was a kind and thoughtful man.
Bill was a GOOD man who made a difference! So proud to call him friend. ♥️ Dave & Sandy Barton
While we celebrate with you that Bill is ‘at the PARTY’ in peace and perfection with Jesus Christ, we know the sense of loss is great. Our prayers are with your family. May God grant comfort and peace in your loss and may warm memories bring smiles.
The Elo Family
Bob & Kathy Mackay
So sorry Lois, will miss Bill, wasn”t able to see him much but I always enjoyed having long discussions with him when I did.
Lois and Family,
I am at a loss for words on Bill’s passing. I am so sorry to hear the sad news. God bless you all and keeping you in my thoughts and Prayers.
With Love
Judy Mackay
Sending prayers and my sympathy to Lois, Bryan, Ben and Mark. My memories of Bill are of when the boys were students at Waverly Elementary. I know he was greatly loved and will be dearly missed by his family. I wish you all comfort and peace at this difficult time.
My prayers to Lois and the entire McCoy family. Nothing said at this time can take away your grief but do know that you are all in the thoughts of those who love you and will try to hold you up at this time of sorrow. I will be praying for you all. Rely on Good Memories to help you through these days.
Pam Gregory
Sorry to hear about Bill,s passing.
I worked with him for 30 years at both RR and Allison.
He was a good father and loving husband.
I learned a lot from as an engineer.
He always was an entrepreneur out side the office.
He was good friend and a nice person. Call me 317 506 6674
He will be missed.