Coy Gerald McKee

1934 — 2020

At rest at Illinois Chapel Cemetery

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Coy Gerald McKee

Age 86, a resident of Prairie Grove, Arkansas, passed away April 20th, 2020 at his home. He was born February 25th, 1934 in Prairie Grove, Arkansas, the son of Garland and Florence (Kilgore) McKee.

Coy was a veteran who served in Germany from 1955-1957. He returned home to his beautiful wife Della and achieved his degree at Okmulgee Tech and pursued his career as an electrician. He was a master electrician and member IBEW, local 700 for 50 years. He also was a devoted cattle and chicken farmer. He always saw the good in everyone and was a leader in the community. Including Illinois Chapel Church, where he served as deacon, Sunday school and music leader. He loved the Lord Jesus Christ and studied the scripture diligently. He was an amazing husband, father, grandfather and brother.

He was preceded in death by his parents, one brother Jerry McKee and two sisters Willene Self and Helen Littleton.

Survivors include his wife of 64 years Della (Smith) McKee; one son Dewain McKee and his wife Leann of Farmington, Arkansas; one daughter Karla Gray and her husband Bill of Bryant, Arkansas; one sister Maralea Eames of Jenks, Oklahoma; five Grandchildren: Travis McKee, Whitney (Marcus) McCash, Brooke (Clint) Bagley, Matthew (Sara) Gray, Megan (Seth) Alkire, and 7 great grandchildren.

Due to the Covid-19 Pandemic, the family will hold a private funeral service but you may view online at www.luginbuel.com on Thursday, April 23, 2020 - 10:00 a.m. There will be a graveside service on Thursday at 11:30 a.m. at Illinois Chapel Cemetery where you are encouraged to exercise social distancing.

In lieu of flowers, the family is asking for donations to be sent to Illinois Chapel Church c/o Paul Pace P.O. Box 123 Lincoln, Arkansas 72744

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Memories & Condolences · 14

Melinda Dobbs - MANA Family Medicine Prairie Grove· FriendApr 28, 2020

Della I'm so very sorry for your loss. Praying that you will find comfort in the many happy days you and Coy had together, he was a wonderful kind man. I'm praying for you and sending you hugs.

Prairie Grove, AR

Tony Lickiss· FriendApr 25, 2020

My sympathies to Della and the family.

Marsha Jones-Casey· Friend & NeighborApr 23, 2020

Della & Family so sorry to hear of your loss, you are in my thoughts & prayers. May the Comfort of the Holy Spirit be with each of you, & the Peace that passes all understanding keep you in the coming days.

Prairie Grove, AR

Danny Villines & Cindy Duncan· FriendsApr 23, 2020

Dewain, Leann and the McKee family. Were so sorry for your loss. Your in our thoughts and prayers. Dewain when your on that tractor this summer, remember he's watching so you better be talking to him, cause he's going to tell you how to do it. God made a Farmer. God bless you. Danny & Cindy

Fayetteville, AR

Debra Brown (Blakemore)· Neighbor and FriendApr 23, 2020

So sorry to hear of Coy's passing. I pray for the Lord to comfort and hold you close during this difficult time of loss. Always keep your memories alive. Coy will be watching and smiling down from Heaven.

austina brammer arlene burkhart· friendApr 22, 2020

we are so sorry to hear about coy we haven't kept in touch like we should have but we still love your family remember when we were kids and come to your house anyway our prayers are with you and your family

prairie grove, AR

Bill & Corinne Bennett· FriendsApr 22, 2020

Our deepest sympathy for you Della and your family. We have thought of you both often the last few years. And I'm sorry we won't be able to be there. But know our prayers for you and your family will be at this time. Love you!

Springdale, AR

Juanita Davenport· Neighbor & FriendApr 22, 2020

We have been close neighbors for many years. I remember Coy as a prime example of a hard working man caring for his family and farm. My best memory of Coy,is when he and his family would be hauling hay by my house in the summer. I'm also remembering his example of a good Christian man and his great love for the Lord. He was an outstanding member of the community and will always be remembered!

Prairie Grove, AR

Carolyn Latta Bartholomew· FriendApr 21, 2020

My sympathy to the family of Coy, a very sweet and friendly gentleman. I always enjoyed time spent with Coy and Della. My parents thought a lot of the McKees. God bless your family.

Prairie Grove, Ar

Bill & Barbara Griscom· FriendsApr 21, 2020

We are both sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

Lincoln, Ar

Bill Ramsey· Friend and ClassmateApr 20, 2020

I’m going to miss you greatly, even though we didn’t see each other a great amount in recent years!

We were Classmates from first grade at Illinois Chapel through graduation at Prairie Grove High!

I especially appreciate your leadership and hard work in keeping Illinois Chapel Church and Cemetery alive!

RIP, my friend and we will see you in the Rapture!

Fayetteville, AR

Gwen Brown· friendApr 20, 2020

Coy and Della,

You both have impacted so many lives, I could never repay you for the encouragement, love and support you have shown me over the years. What you offered to so many is priceless. You helped me to have strength when I didn’t think I could keep going. You encouraged me when I felt so beaten up by the world. You both are truly a gift from God to the world, you gave so much without expecting anything in return. You will be so missed!

Prairie Grove, ar

Connie (Beal) Miller· friendsApr 20, 2020

Our thoughts & prayers are with the McKees - Della, Dewayne, Karla & families - during this extremely hard time. We can rejoice that heaven holds the reward & happy reunions! Y’all are on our hearts today. - the Beal family

Prairie Grove, AR

Brenda Robertson (Shereen)· Married to my second cousinApr 20, 2020

Be at peace Coy. I will always remember Coy as an upbeat sweet and happy guy. He and Della were perfect for each other and I think they had a happy life with each other and with their family.

O'Fallon, MO