James L. McCoy Obituary

The passing of James L. McCoy of Hamel, Illinois occurred on August 4, 2026. James, born on May 30, 1951, is remembered by those who knew him. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, LaVern James and Coleen McCoy (Dodd); his brother Daniel Kevin McCoy; his son-in-law Doug Behme; and his nephew Shawn V. McCoy.

He is survived by: his wife Jeannie Harty; his children, Angela Behme (William Watson) of Worden, Shane McCoy (Debby) of Bethalto, Vince Redman of Meadowbrook and Kimberly McCoy of Hamel; his siblings, Denis McCoy (Sherry) of Edwardsville, Janelle McCoy of Dorsey, David McCoy of Edwardsville and Cheryl Meikamp of Edwardsville; his grandchildren, Christopher McCoy (Kyrsten), Dylan Redman, Nicholas Behme, Brooke Behme (Beau) and Blake Watson; and his great grandchildren, Stetson McCoy and Rhett McCoy. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews.

Memorials are suggested to the Moose Lodge in Edwardsville. Keep James "Jay" L. McCoy's legacy alive by donating to a charity in need.