Mueller Funeral Home

Michael Dennis McCoy

10/09/1950 - 01/16/2011

Michael Dennis McCoy
Winneconne, Wisconsin

Michael Dennis McCoy, age 60, passed away surrounded by his loving family on Sunday, January 16, 2011, after a 16-month courageous battle with brain cancer. He was born in Madison, Wisconsin, on October 9, 1950, a son of the late James and Therese McCoy.
It was in Madison that Mike met and fell in love with his wife of 36 years, Kathleen Knudtson. Mike and Kathy made their home in Madison a few years before moving to Colorado in 1977. Family was very important to Mike and after the blessing of the birth of their daughter in 1984, they returned to their home state of Wisconsin to be closer to their families. Mike and Kathy have made their home in Winneconne, Wisconsin, for the past 25 years. They were blessed with a son in 1988. Mike worked and was part of the Castle Pierce Printing Company family in Oshkosh for 25 years, until the brain tumor diagnosis.
Mike was a member of New Hope Lutheran Church, Neenah, Wisconsin. Mike's love of God was very apparent and was reflected in every aspect of his life. Besides his passion for his family, Mike was an avid bicyclist and logged many miles riding the back roads and trails around Winneconne, road trips with friends, and back and forth to work in Oshkosh. Mike loved and missed Colorado and had hoped to retire out west.
Mike was deeply loved and will be missed by his wife, Kathy; daughter, Alanna, Madison; son, Travis, Milwaukee; two sisters, Mary (William) McCoy-Wall, Dayton, Ohio; Colleen DeLaRosa, Madison; one brother, Andrew McCoy, Madison; and numerous relatives and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother Tom.
A Memorial Service will be held on Friday, January 21, 2011, at 11:00 a.m. at the New Hope Lutheran Church, 1850 American Dr., Neenah, with Pastor Jeff Prewitt officiating. A Visitation for family and friends will be on Thursday, January 20 from 3:30 to 8:00 p.m. at Mueller Funeral Home, Winneconne, and will continue on Friday at the church from 10:00 a.m. until the time of the service.
Mike's family extends a special thank you to: Pastor Jeff Prewitt; Castle Pierce for their continued support and encouragement; Dr. Uhm and staff, Mayo Neurological Dept., Rochester, Minnesota; Dr. Klinkhammer and staff, Fox Valley Hematology and Oncology, Oshkosh; nurses on Mercy Hospital subacute floor, whose kindness helped to make Mike's stay there as comfortable as possible.
"Well done, thou good and faithful servant . . . Enter thou into the joy of the Lord." Matthew 25:21

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Vickie Johnson Glenzer wrote on January 28, 2011
I was so sorry to hear about your husband, My son lives in Denver so I often enjoy the gifts of Colorado, wishing you comfort and grace with the time and years you and your family were able to be loved by him. Sincerely,Vickie

Minta Dawlet Caldwell wrote on January 26, 2011
Kath, I had heard through your old friends at the reunion that you were fighting a cancer battle with your husband. I am sorry to hear today...from 2 old classmates that you lost the battle. Please know that I am very sorry and he must have been a heck of a guy to fall in love with our "knute".Our deepest sympathy, Min

Mary Kelly wrote on January 26, 2011
Kathy, I am deeply saddened to hear about Mike's passing. His love for you and the happiness of your marriage are yours forever. I wish for you and the children peace, healing and the comfort of your precious memories together.

Carol Reichert wrote on January 25, 2011
Dear Kathy, Alanna, and Travis, I was os sorry to read in the Winnconne News about Mike's recent death. Although I did not get to know him, I have known Kathy a long time through the school district and am saddened by your loss. Our prayers are with you all. Carol Reichert - from Gilbert, AZ

Joyce Gonzales wrote on January 21, 2011
I also am deeply saddened. Mike meant so much to us. I was looking forward to seeing both Mike and Kathy retire in Colorado. My heart aches for Kathy and family. Love Joyce

Andrew Gonzales wrote on January 20, 2011
Mike was the first friend I made when I moved to Colorado Springs in 1981. He was introduced to me in absentia by Bob Kranz. He came over to my cabin in Woodland Park with his beautiful wife and we became fast friends. We enjoyed each other's company because we both enjoyed the same activities and likes. It turned out that I had met his parents and knew them before I met him. I was very sad when he moved back to Wisconsin and we only saw each other occasionally since. I am saddend for his familly's loss. My sympathy goes out to Kathy and the children. I have many fond memories of my friendship with Mike. May he rest in peace with the Lord.

Shirley L'Eplattenier wrote on January 19, 2011
Dear Knut and family, Thank you for calling me and letting me know of Mike's passing. I am so saddened by the news and send my deepest sympathy to you all. Love, Shirley

Mark Elliott wrote on January 18, 2011
Many condolences to the McCoy family. May Gods grace and light forever shine upon your face in this time. Mike carried his light with every instance. He touched my heart on a regular basis as I worked with him at Castle-Pierce leaving an unfading impression with me. Rest in peace Mike. Mark Elliott

Tim Crawford wrote on January 18, 2011
Susie, and family. I wish to extend my sympathy for your loss. Reading the obituary I can tell Mike was someone very special.

Joy Paffenroth wrote on January 18, 2011
Dear Kathy and Family - I was so saddened to hear of Mike's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. May God's love encircle you and guide you as you grieve. Much love! Joy, Wade, Molly and Gabi Paffenroth

Rose Gaqyeske wrote on January 18, 2011
Kathy--My thoughts are with you ;and your family. God bless your devotion to Mike and keep you in his arms.

Glen & Joyce Rewerts wrote on January 17, 2011
Kathy, Alanna & Travis: Mike will be deeply missed. Glen and I continue our prayers for all of you that you will be surrounded by God's comfort and peace. Love you guys.