Robert "Bob" McCoy

Robert “Bob” Ward McCoy

Robert “Bob” Ward McCoy, 88, of Twin Falls passed away January 28, 2012, at his home in Twin Falls with family by his side.

Bob was born on February 1, 1923, in Silver City, Iowa, the son of George and Ella Mae (Merk) McCoy. He came to Idaho with his family at a very young age and lost his mother in 1929 at age 6. Bob lived all across the Magic Valley. He served his country proudly in the U.S. Marines from 1942, where he served in the Russell Islands, and was Honorably Discharged in 1945.

Bob married Rose Marie Wilson on December 16, 1945, in Twin Falls where they lived most of their lives. Four children were born to this union, Karen Nan, Steven, Randy, and Linda.

Bob worked for Veltex Oil Company and Gem State Oil Company for many years. He also did custom combining for 18 years. Bob later bought and farmed 160 acres at the Valley Interchange area for several years. After selling the farm, they moved to Twin Falls where he built three homes. He then worked at Amalgamated Sugar Company for several years before full retirement. He was also a member of the Masons.

Bob never went anywhere without a good joke to tell. His love was his family and spending time with them. He thoroughly enjoyed his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He enjoyed farming, being in the outdoors, and taking care of his yard and flower garden in his later years. He was a true handyman—able to fix most anything with the greatest of care.

Bob is survived by his wife of 66 years, Rose Marie McCoy of Twin Falls; two sons, Steven (Jo) McCoy of Boise, Idaho, and Randy (Leigh) McCoy of Birch Bay, Washington; his daughter, Linda Mae (Robert) Hampton of Twin Falls, Idaho; his three brothers, Roland (Veronica) McCoy of Puyallup, Washington, Sharron (Liz) McCoy of Bellevue, Washington, and Jerry McCoy of Salt Lake City, Utah. He is also survived by his grandchildren, Shane Birrell, Kevan Birrell, Brandy Couch, and Kyle McCoy, as well as several great-grandchildren. Also surviving him are cousins, June Hall, Harold (Bettie) McCoy, and Bill (Nadine) McCoy. Bob is survived by his beloved cat, Tootsie, age 19. He was preceded in death by his parents, a stillborn daughter, Karen Nan McCoy, one brother, Lee McCoy, and his stepmother, Matilda McCoy.

A celebration of Bob’s life will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, February 17, 2012, at White Mortuary, 136 4th Ave. East, Twin Falls, with Pastor Dale Metzger officiating. Military Honors by the Magic Valley Honor Guard and Idaho National Guard. Entombment will follow at the Swan Lake Mausoleum at Sunset Memorial Park. A viewing for family and friends will take place on Thursday evening from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at White Mortuary, Chapel by the Park, Twin Falls. Services are under the direction of Trent Stimpson and the staff at White Mortuary, Chapel by the Park, Twin Falls.

Hospice Visions took excellent care of Bob and provided compassionate care for Bob and his family in his final hours. Donations may be sent in Bob’s name to Hospice Visions, 1770 Park view Drive, Twin Falls, Id 83301.

Condolences may be left for the family by visiting www.whitemortuary.com.