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Donald Jack McCoy
September 29, 1935 - December 4, 2014

Mr. Donald Jack McCoy, 79, of Trumann, Ark., died Thursday, December 4, 2014 at St. Bernards Medical Center in Jonesboro, Ark. Mr. McCoy was born and lived his lifetime in Trumann. He was a retired boilermaker, building over 100 elevated water towers. He could build or fix anything. Mr. McCoy was a member of the Trumann Masonic Lodge and Scottish Rite and a member of Freer Baptist Church. He loved racing his Sprint and I.M.C.A cars. Mr. McCoy was preceded in death by one son, Bobby Dean McCoy; one brother and his parents, Oval and Lela Garrett McCoy. He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Sharyl McCoy of the home; two sons, Donald Ray McCoy of Granbury, TX and Cliffton Gene McCoy of Trumann, Ark., 5 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren. Services will be private. An online register book can be signed at www.thompsonfuneralhome.net

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  1. Diana Williams Jones, Saltillo, MS says
    December 8, 2014

    So sorry, to hear about Jack. We went tohigh school together. I know he will bemissed.Diana Jones

  2. Johnny Matthews, Harrisburg AR 72432 says
    December 8, 2014

    Sorry to hear about Jack,He was one of a kind, I havefond memories of him.

  3. Spanky Moore, North Richland Hills, Tx says
    December 8, 2014

    I had the good fortune to personally know Mr McCoy. He was a good man. May God Bless his family during this difficult time. GodSpeed Jack.

  4. Tim McCoy, Grand Rapids, Michigan says
    December 7, 2014

    My father and I traveled to Arkansas and visited Jack and his family many times. Our condolences go out to his family and we will miss him dearly.

  5. clyde burns, Huntsville, TX says
    December 7, 2014

    I am sure sorry to hear about Jack's passing and would like to offer condolences to his family.

  6. Larry Cook, Walnut Ridge,AR. says
    December 7, 2014

    Sorry to hear of Jacks passing,just want the family to know that y'all are in my prayers. He was a great man. i remember him helping my brother Charlie get started in stock car racing. He even built my roll bars for me back in the day in the 60's ! He's gonna be missed by so many friends. "Larry"

  7. Dawanda and Tommy Carter, Jonesboro ar 72401 says
    December 7, 2014

    Thinking of you

  8. Debby Cromwell Watson, Bay, AR United States says
    December 6, 2014

    Donald and CliffSo sorry to hear if the passing of your Dad, both of you anf your family will be in my thoughts and prayers. Debby Cromwell Watson

  9. Sherry McCoy Huffman, Jonesboro, AR says
    December 6, 2014

    Just now got news about Uncle Jack. I'm sorry to hear it and also sorry that what's left of my family and yours didn't remain close. Thinking of you and recollecting some fond memories.

  10. Billy Ray & Patsy Adams, West Memphis, Ar. says
    December 6, 2014

    Sheryl and Boys, We are so sorryto hear of Jacks passing, not many McCoy's on Moms side left. We will miss talking with Jack. May he rest in peace.

  11. Judy Fortson Howerton, Jonesboro, AR says
    December 6, 2014

    Don and Cliff, I am so sorry for your loss. I will be keeping your family in prayers.

  12. sheila fore, trumann ark says
    December 6, 2014

    ive know Jack for a long time he was a good friend of mine im so sorry for your lose , its a great lose for me to , my condolences to the family. sincerely,SHEILA FORE

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