Bobby Charles McCoy

Bobby Charles McCoy was born on August 21, 1938, in Vernon, Tennessee, to Clyde Brown McCoy and Elise Rochelle McCoy. He passed away on June 10, 2026, in Centerville, Tennessee. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Jane Barber McCoy; his brother, Billy Brown McCoy; and his sisters, Martha Mae McCoy and June Flowers. He is survived by his sons, Stephen (Cristina) McCoy and Damon (Jennifer) McCoy; his daughter, Suzanne (Michael) Lewis; his sister, Betty (Doug) Lamothe; his brother, Roy (Sharon) McCoy; and his sister-in-law, Lucille McCoy; grandchildren Hunter (Grace) McCoy, Paige McCoy, Kathryn McCoy, Courtney (Robert) McCoy, and JonMichael Lewis; great-grandchildren Veronica Mae and Charlie. Mr. McCoy was born and raised in Vernon, Tennessee, where he spent his youth working on the family farm. He entered the United States Air Force as a young man, not realizing it would mark the beginning of a distinguished career of service. Guided by a deep faith in God and a strong work ethic, he believed his Heavenly Father would always provide. His willingness to take on additional responsibilities and serve wherever needed led to numerous opportunities for advancement throughout his military career. His passion for service allowed him to gain a broad range of experiences while stationed at Barksdale Air Force Base in Louisiana and later at Elmendorf Air Force Base in Anchorage, Alaska. After completing his active-duty service, he returned to Tennessee. Before long, the Tennessee Air National Guard called upon him to continue serving his state and country. During his time with the Tennessee Air National Guard, he earned both his bachelor's degree and MBA from Cumberland University and took the necessary steps to become a commissioned officer. Over the course of his career, he held many positions within the Tennessee Air National Guard most notably becoming the Comptroller, and after 37 years of service he retired as Lt. Col. Bobby McCoy. Though his career took him many places, he was never far from his Vernon roots and the farmland he loved. He faithfully served as an elder at Defeated Creek Church of Christ until its closure following devastating floods, and later worshiped and served at Fairfield Church of Christ. Bobby lived his life grounded in faith, devoted to his family, and committed to serving his country. His unwavering trust in God, dedication to those he loved, and years of faithful service created a lasting legacy that will continue to inspire his family and all who knew him.

Bobby Charles McCoy

August 21, 1938 - June 10, 2026