Dr. David McCoy
August 19, 2011
Dr. David L. McCoy, 77, passed away peacefully at home on August 18, 2011 surrounded by his loving family. Mass of Christian Burial and celebration of David’s life will be held at Christ the King Catholic Church 10 a.m. Monday, August 22, 2011, with burial to follow at Resthaven Cemetery. A visitation will be held from 6 to 8 p.m., with a vigil at 7:30 p.m., on Sunday, August 21, at Hamilton’s Southtown Funeral Home, 5400 SW 9th Street.
He was born on September 26, 1933, in Los Angeles, California, to Bernard and Bernice McCoy. He attended Loras College and graduated from the University of Iowa School of Dentistry in 1957. He was stationed two years Sheppard Air Force Base in Wichita Falls, Texas. David practiced dentistry on the south side of Des Moines for 40 years.
Marrying his high school sweetheart, Janie Butler in 1955, David and Janie enjoyed a wonderful life together for 56 years.
Their marriage was blessed with five daughters, Kathy Mountain (Bruce), Chris Graziano (Chuck), Betsy Vacco (Rory), Carrie McCoy and Margaret Ulin (Ben).
David is also remembered by his eight grandchildren, David, Adam, Emily, Alyssa, Andrea, Anthony, Bennie and Dymond.
An active member of Christ The King Catholic Church, David served as Eucharistic Minister, Lector, and member of the Men’s Choir. He was a past president of the Embassy Club; a member of the Chaine des Rotisseurs, Knights of Columbus and a past chairman of the board at Brenton Bank.
Dave was an avid tennis player winning several local tournaments over the years but most of all enjoyed the camaraderie with his tennis guys. At his southern Iowa hunt club, Doc loved to fish on the “Goose” with Janie, and fix great steak dinners for his deer and turkey hunting companions.
David is survived by his brothers Bill, Jim and Robert, twelve nieces and thirteen nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, his brother John, his sister Mary and her husband Dick Curoe and two nephews.
Special thanks to Hospice of Central Iowa for their compassionate care during David’s final days. Memorial contributions may be made to the family to be decided at a later date.
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Karen Hanson Massaro
08/25/2011
Janie and girls,
I am sad to hear of Dave's passing from my sister Kris. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. I have many, many fond memories growing up and you were all a part of them. May you find strength and reflect back to all your great family memories. Dave and Neil are in a wonderful place now.
Best wishes, Karen
Ted Ward DDS
08/22/2011
We are sorry to hear about your loss. Dave was a wonderful person and we enjoyed working with him.
Sincerely,
Ted & Carol Ward
Tammy Fondell
08/21/2011
Dear Janie, Girls and family,
The miles between DesMoines and Alaska are great but my heart is with you all. Ever since hearing of Dave's battle with this disease, my thoughts and prayers have been with him and you. While Dad visited here this last month we talked about Dave and I urged him to go and see his brother. He loved him so very much and they were such a great team..Dave and Willy. I thank you for the time that Dad was able to spend with Dave towards the last days he was with us. I will always remember the way they shared a good laugh and such a bond between two brothers.
The night that Dave left us, I was awake most of the night with him on my mind. I could only pray to God and I asked God to please gently take Dave to be with him in Heaven. I am not sure why we feel compelled at times to pray the way we do, but I believe that God made Dave ready and strong and it was just time to depart this world for a far better one. The next morning I received the news and then the prayers made sense.
I wish I could be there with you all. I know your hearts are very heavy. Dave will be greatly missed by all. I will miss him. My prayers are with you today, tomorrow and in the days to come. As I talked with Dad about Dave the morning after, we reminded each other that now Dave gets to see Grandpa, Grandma, John, Mary, Dick and so many of those he knew and loved in his lifetime. One day we will all see him again and Dave and Willy will share another laugh and brotherly bonds will never be broken again. And you will all be together around your family table once again.
Much love to everyone
Tammy
Joni McConnell
08/21/2011
I was very sad to hear of Doc's passing. I remember you both being so kind to me when I attended Christ the King. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
Tony and Eileen Valdez
08/21/2011
Dear Janie and Family,
Our deepest sympathies to you for the loss of our dear David. During our 10 years at Christ the King, you have both been so gracious and friendly. You both were quick with a smile, a kind word and always willing to help.
You will be in our thoughts and prayers. May God continue to bless you.
Love,
Tony and Eileen
Shelly (McCoy) Umrysz
08/20/2011
Janie and girls,
I was saddened to hear of Uncle Dave's passing. I have many, many fond memories growing up that Uncle Dave was part of. He will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Find strength with those that you love. Here's to you Dave!
All my love
Shelly
Fr. Vince Rosonke
08/20/2011
Janie, my prayers and thoughts are with you during this difficult time. I remember fondly my years at Christ the King. You and Dave were alway so gracious and supportive.
Fr. Vince