Eldon ‘Larry’ McCoy age 86, of Elida passed away on Sunday, Nov. 1, 2020 at home surrounded by family. He was born Dec. 22, 1933 in Allen County to the late Walter Augustus and Louisa Lucinda Vermillion McCoy. He was married to the love his life, Margarita ‘Maggie’ Castellanos McCoy for over 66 years. She recently preceded him in death on Sept. 1, 2020.
Larry was retired from Ford Motor Co. in Lima. He also spent many years selling tickets at sporting events for the Elida Schools. Larry was a proud veteran of the United States Marine Corps and a lifelong member of the VFW, American Legion, and AMVets. He had a generous heart and enjoyed traveling adventures with his wife and spending time with family and friends – both old and new.
Surviving is a daughter – M. Yvonne ‘Vonn’ Bowers (Jerry Slusher) of Elida – granddaughter -Alison Bowers Rodriguez (Joseph Rodriguez) of Elida – “bonus” granddaughters -Chelsea Slusher (Shannon Buehler) of Columbus and Cassidy Slusher of Elida. Also surviving is a son – Conrad E. McCoy – and twin grandsons – Brendan McCoy and Bryce McCoy of Toledo.
He was preceded in death by a brother George Emil McCoy and sisters – Winifred Ada Bowers and Roberta Jean Volbert.
There will be no memorial service. A private family graveside service for will be held at a later date at Walnut Grove Cemetery in Delphos, Ohio.
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I was shocked when I saw that your dad passed away. I was also shocked when your mom passed away. They were such great people and great neighbors. We had a lot of good times and a lot of laughs. They are together in Heaven. You have my sympathy and prayers 🙏.
In memory of Eldon Larry McCoy, Velva Bruce lit a candle
We will miss Uncle Larry so very much! So sorry that we were not allowed to visit with him after Aunt Margarita's passing. Would love to have hugged him at least one more time. God Bless all of you who miss him. Our prayers are with you, Yvonne, and Greg!! and the rest of the family! Jon and Sharon
I am so sorry to hear of this. It brings back such good memories of being back at Elida. He was such a big supporter. My prayers to the family. May he Rest In Peace.
Grandpa Larry was a wonderful guy, he loved his grandsons and always loved to come watch them bowling ! We will miss them Both greatly ! Love you Grandpa Larry ! Cheryl, Brendan and Bryce McCoy
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