"My prayers go out to everyone. It was a blessing for me to be friends with Brian for all these years. We were always around for each other whenever needed. We got on each other's nerves and we made each other laugh. I'm so sorry I didn't get to see brian but we spoke until he wasn't able to very well. I got to tell him I loved him which he acknowledged. I will miss him very much. He was my best buddy! RIP buddy! Prayers to Sue, Jason and Steph!"
In loving memory of
Brian L. McCoy
April 14, 1959 - April 24, 2015
ROCHESTER, MINN:Brian McCoy, 56, passed away peacefully at his home, Friday, April 24, 2015. He fought a courageous battle with ALS.
Brian worked several years for Custom Truck Body and as a carpenter for Olympic Wall. He also worked for Wonder Bread, Countryside Builders and Clement Chevrolet. He was a hard worker and provided a helpful hand to many.
Brian enjoyed spending time with his children and grandchildren, playing golf and his favorite sports were hockey and football. He was a big racing fan who enjoyed working on cars and watching many races.
Brian is survived by his wife of 35 years, Sue; a daughter Stephanie (Jason) Hanf, son Jason McCoy; grandchildren, Caiden McCoy, Arianna and Allivia Hanf; his mother Martha; and sisters, Laurie and Wendy. He will be greatly missed by many relatives and friends.
A very special thank you to Mayo ALS Clinic, the ALS Association, Season's Hospice and Dr. Luke Hafdahl for your wonderful care and support.
A Memorial Service will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, May 2, 2015 at Ranfranz and Vine Funeral Homes' Chapel. Visitation will be one hour before the service at the funeral home. Memorials are suggested to ALS Association or Season's Hospice.
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"So sorry to hear of Brian's passing. Our thoughts go out to each of you. May the good times and good memories of Brian sustain you in the coming days and months ahead. With deepest sympathy."
"McCoy Family, I was so shocked and saddened to learn of Brian's illness and passing. A young life taken before his time. My deepest sympathies to the entire family. Jean Laging and Clifford Laging"
"Knew Brian when we were kids in the neighborhood. Good guy, sorry for your loss."
"Brian is undoubtedly one of the most remarkable individuals I have had a chance to meet or care for. He was given a devastating diagnosis at such a young age, but the grace and the positivity with how he handled it was nothing short of aspirational. I will miss him on a personal level as well, as I very much enjoyed discussing family and racing with him during his office visits."
"The Brian McCoy family, My thoughts and prayers to you all during this difficult time. Brian and I graduated together from Kasson Mantorville High School. Brian always has something to say that would make Sheryl (Olson) Vanassee and I laugh out loud in Government class and get us in trouble. Whenever her and I got (get) together, we always mentioned Brian and how much fun we had with him in high school and how good it would be to see him. So very sorry we never got the chance. With heartfelt sympathy to you and your family. Wanda (Ryan) Fjerstad"
"Prayers & thoughts to you and your family in this difficult time. May you find peace in knowing Brian's battle has ended. Take care - hugs to you Sue!"
"So thankful to have known Brian and worked with him. He always had a smile on his face no matter what. He was genuinely a super guy. He gave so much of himself without ever expecting anything in return. He fought a good hard fight. It was an honor doing the ice bucket challenge with him and walking in his ALS walk. My deep condolences go out to his wife Sue and to his whole family. Rest in Peace Brian. You are in good hands."