Funeral services for Deborah Ann (Howard) McCoy, age 53 of Brentwood, will be conducted Sunday at 2 p.m. at Higgins Funeral Home with Rev. Ray Gardner and Rev. Joel Hassell officiating. Burial will follow in Riverview Memorial Gardens. Mrs. McCoy passed away Thursday at St. Thomas Hospital.
A native of Lincoln County, Mrs. McCoy was the daughter of the late George Thomas Howard and Margie Gardner Howard who survives. Mrs. McCoy graduated from Lincoln County High School in 1977 and attended Belmont College where she participated as a cheerleader. She graduated from Memphis State with a degree in accounting and an MBA. She was a CPA and a certified cash manager. She later went on to work for Ernst and Winney, First American, Deutsche Bank and Noranda. In 2011 she stared work for the Nashville Airport Authority as their assistant treasurer. Mrs. McCoy was a member of the Bellevue Baptist Church. In her spare time she enjoyed studying the Bible, photography, politics, weather, her pets and most of all spending time with friends and family. Debbie was dearly loved by all her friends and family.
In addition to her mother she is survived by husband Tom McCoy of Brentwood, children Brent McCoy of Norman, OK, Brian McCoy of Huntsville, AL, and several aunts, uncles and cousins.
Visitation with the family will be Saturday 5-8 pm at Higgins Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers
Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society.
I went to school with Debbie , She was such a sweet loving person and a great friend in school , I am sorry that I did not know , I would have attended the service . I know Debbie was a christian and she is in the arms of the lord now . So sorry for your loss
Went to school with Debbie Ann and worked at First American Bank with her, also. She was such a dear, sweet person. My sincere sympathy. You have been and will continue to be in my prayers.
I am sure going to miss my sweet friend! Her laughs, her smile, our Thursday night spaghetti dates. :'(
Thinking of Tom, Mrs. Howard, and all of Debbie’s friends and family in prayer. May God wrap his arms around you all, and give you peace in the days to come. Love and blessings.
Margie,
Was saddened to learn of Debbie’s passing. Thinking of you sweet lady during this difficult time. My deepest sympathies to you and her family.
In Christian Love,
Marilyn Swinford Head, Christi Thompson and Paul Swinford and families
Margie,
I am devastated that my best friend of 47 years is no longer with us. I loved Debbie and, as she stated, “we will always be like siblings.” Debbie was well-educated in the Bible and practiced this knowledge in her daily life. Debbie was always kind to me and I doubt that there has been a week to pass, since the first grade, that we haven’t spoken on the phone and/or visited in person. Debbie was a friend to all that knew her and I never knew her to slight anyone. She has always been there for me and my heart will ache under her absence. I am shrouded with grief as a result of this terrible loss of my best friend. Margie, know that I am willing to help you in any matter.
Best regards,
Roy B. Harris
Margie,
Words cannot comfort your grief at this time, but God has a plan for each of us and Debbie fulfilled her purpose on this earth.
My prayers are with you during this time of your life.
Margie sorry i cant get there,but my thoughts and prayers are with you.I love you.Deb knew that we all loved and cared about her deeply she will sadly be missed my all..She was a great person all who knew her or that came in contact knew she was a great lady.She has touched so many hearts that she will never be forgotten..LOVE D.A.
I worked with Debbie for several years at Deutsche. I was glad to hear about her wedding plans this year, and I’m shocked to learn of her illness and passing.
My mother passed away yesterday, so I cannot make it out this weekend, but please know that Debbie and her family will be in my prayers.
MARGIE, I AM SORRY SORRY TO HEAR OF THE PASSING OF DEBBIE. TO BE ABSENT FROM THE BODY IS TO BE PRESENT WITH THE LORD. SHE IS AT PEACE, FREE OF ALL SICKNESS. MAY GOD BE WITH YOU IN YOUR TIME OF SORRY.
Mrs. Margie, I’m so sorry to hear of Debbie’s passing. I always looked up to her. You, Mr. Tommy and Debbie were an integral part of my early years. I love you and I’m lifting you up in my daily prayers.
Mrs. Howard and family, There are no words to express my sorrow . I have many wonderful memories of our times spent together. She was always a good friend and a joy to be with. My prayers are with you all .
I am very sorry to hear about your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
We’ll see you again soon!
I am so saddened at the loss of Debbie. She was always such a delight to be around. I pray that God will continue to comfort and strengthened her bereaved family, friends and loved ones. Be encouraged in the Lord.
Dear Margie, We are so heartbroken to hear of Debbie’s passing. We know how hard this must be. Just know you will be in our prayers. You have always been such a good friend and if we can help in any way we are here for you. We love you!
Debbie Ann and I shared many happy times together. She was a thoughtful, sincere, honest, delightful person to be around, and I am glad she was my friend. My heart breaks for you Mrs. Margie and Tom, as it does for all who knew and loved her. No words can express my sorrow. Love, Sharon