Fred Willis McCoy

Ivie Funeral Home, Commerce, announces services for Fred Willis McCoy, age 85, of Commerce who passed away on Wednesday August 6th, 2014. Mr. McCoy was the son of the late Clarence and Delia Wilson McCoy. Survivors include his wife, Ruth Richey McCoy; sons, David (Patricia) McCoy of Commerce; brother, Robert McCoy of Lilburn; sisters Vera Dalton of Homer and Joan Cook of McDonough; three step grandchildren and four step great grandchildren.

Mr. McCoy was employed by the City of Commerce Electric Department for over 42 years until his retirement and was a member of the City of Commerce Fire Department for over sixty years until his death.

Mr. McCoy was an avid outdoorsman. He truly loved working outside, hunting and spending all of his free time with family and friends. He was always willing to lend a helping hand to anyone in need. Fred will remain in the hearts and memories of all the lives he touched. He will be tremendously missed by all of his family and friends.

The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Thursday August 7th, 2014 from 6 pm until 8 pm. The funeral will be held Friday August 8th, 2014 at 4 PM in the Chapel with Rev. Terry Smith. Interment will follow in Grey Hill Cemetery.