James LeRoy McCoy

November 10, 1949 - July 12, 2016

Obituary For James LeRoy McCoy

James LeRoy McCoy, age 66, of Raleigh, NC passed away on Tuesday July 12, 2016 at Rex Hospital in Raleigh, NC.

He was born November 10, 1949 in Columbus, OH. Jim earned a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, summa cum laude, from Franklin University in Columbus, Ohio, and a Master of Science in Taxation (MST) degree from Florida International University in Miami, Florida. Jim had over 30 years’ experience in local and national firm tax departments. He loved to teach and spent over 25 years teaching Federal Tax Law to CPA’s. After retiring, Jim continued his teaching by tutoring 3rd grade math at a Raleigh Elementary school.

Jim was involved with several organizations throughout his life. He was a Charity Newsies member in Columbus, Ohio and an active member of the Soapstone UMC in Raleigh, NC.

Jim believed in paying forward, so in partnership with NC CPA Foundation, the James L. McCoy Scholarship fund was created. The Fund provides scholarships to accounting college students.

James was preceded in death by his parents, James and Mary Jane McCoy. He is survived by his wife of 42 wonderful years, Mary Ann McCoy, his mother-in-law Juanita Stahl, his brother-in-law Jerry Gedert and his wife Susan, nephews Christopher Gedert, Matthew Gedert and his wife Tonya, and Jeremy Gedert and his wife Kellie. Great nephews Corey Gedert, Marcus Gedert and Milo Gedert and great niece Casandra Gedert and many first and second cousins.

Visitation will be on Saturday July 16, 2016 from 9:00 to 10:30 at Schoedinger Funeral Home located at 229 E. State Street, Columbus, Ohio 43215. The funeral service will immediately follow the visitation. James will be laid to rest following the service at Greenlawn Cemetry.

A public memorial service will be scheduled Raleigh, NC at a later date for details visit RFHR.com.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to: Charity Newsies, 4300 Indianola Ave., Columbus, Ohio 43214 or to the NC CPA Foundation Inc. PO Box 80188, Raleigh, NC 27623 -James L. McCoy Scholarship Fund in the memo line.

Services

16 Jul

Visitation

09:00 AM - 10:30 PM

Schoedinger Funeral and Cremation Services 229 East State Street Columbus, OH 43215 Get Directions »

16 Jul

Funeral Service

10:30 AM - 11:00 PM

Schoedinger Funeral and Cremation Services 229 East State Street Columbus, OH 43215 Get Directions »

25 Jul

Memorial Service

03:00 PM - 04:00 PM

Soapstone United Methodist Church 12837 Norwood Rd RALEIGH, NC 27613 Get Directions »

25 Jul

Reception

04:00 PM

Soapstone United Methodist Church 12837 Norwood Rd RALEIGH, NC 27613 Get Directions »

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September 01, 2020

Jim Galloway

In fond memory of Jim, my fellow 3rd grade math tutor and friend. Jim made a lot of struggling young folks' lives better by his faithful and carefully thought out tutoring. And his demeanor always made me (and the kids) smile. -- Jim Galloway
September 01, 2020

Heather

Lit a candle in memory of James LeRoy McCoy
September 01, 2020

Laura N. Ensley

Our prayers and deepest sympathies are with you, Mary Ann. Jim was an outstanding instructor - his CPE's were a joy to take. He was very knowledgeable and always entertaining! With Jim there was never a "dumb" question. He was gracious and thorough in all his explanations. His legacy will live on and he will be missed terribly. Laura N. Ensley, Elizabeth H. Sale, and Jennifer E. Aspden - Alpha Business & Tax Services inc.
September 01, 2020

Jennifier Palermo

Too many memories to share wishing there could be more memories to make.
September 01, 2020

Jane S.

Jim was one of the first people that I worked for when I started my career in public accounting with Groner, Boyle & Quillin. He was so patient and such a great teacher. He will be missed by the accounting industry. My prayers are with you.
September 01, 2020

Dan Riddle

Mary Ann - so sorry about Jim. He was just the neatest guy. Absolute wonderful teacher of CPE to CPAs. Great sense of humor. So glad I got to know you both when Jim rented office space from me. Regards Dan Riddle
September 01, 2020

Janet Duncan

The best of the best tax instructors! And a kind, caring, and thoughtful individual......
September 01, 2020

Marlene Ingham

Jim had a kind and generous heart and soul. I was a student of his and he made it a joy to be in his class. He loved teaching and made learning fun. Always had fun stories to tell and raved about his beautiful wife. I enjoyed keeping up with his Facebook posts. This world lost a great spirited man. Heaven gained one. Mary, I'm so sorry for your loss.