Robert James Coy “Hoppy” 91, of Mercersburg, passed away on Tuesday May 16, 2023 in Chambersburg, PA.
Born December 23, 1931 in Cotton Plant, Florida, he was a son of the late Emanuel Coy and Ruby (Hamilton) Coy.
Robert was the oldest of thirteen children. Robert worked at Heisey Orchards in Mercersburg and later retired from Knouse Foods after 30 years of service. Robert loved watching football. Robert was very friendly and enjoyed waving to everyone he knew from his porch.
Robert is survived by his children, John Robert (Yolanda) Coy of Chambersburg, M. Joanne Coy of Florida, and longtime companion of 50 years, Nancy Jones of Mercersburg, PA. Surviving siblings include sisters, Dorothy Hope, Gertrude Carter, Mae Loise Poole, Betty Jo Bryant, Lilly Marie Lucky, Ruby Lindell Coy, Margaret Ann Coy, a brother, Emanuel Coy, 6 grandchildren, and many great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews.
Robert is preceded in death by his wife Mae Lizzie Coy, and daughters, Norma Coy and Patricia Coy Ellison.
A memorial service will be held 1:00 PM on Saturday August 12, 2023 at Fries Funeral Home in Mercersburg with Reverend Ivy Berry officiating.