Obituaries
Ellen McCoy, 58
September 8, 1961
Ellen McCoy, 58, of Lancaster, PA., passed away early morning on Friday, February 21, 2020. She died peacefully, as she had lived, among her loving family. Ellen was born in Brooklyn, NY on September 8, 1961. She attended PS 236, PS 307, Roy H. Mann Junior High, and Edward R. Murrow High School in Brooklyn, where she graduated in 1979. In 1981 Ellen met and married the love of her life, Brian McCoy. They moved to Lancaster, PA where they eventually settled on Pilgrim Drive to raise their family, and have lived for over 30 years.
Ellen was very active in the PTA and in the local community. She worked in a number of roles in food services. As the Manager of the Cove Restaurant at Millersville University, she mentored and became a surrogate-mom to many of the college students who worked there, until she retired.
Ellen is survived by her husband Brian, their children Jessica Miller and her husband Mike, Sam McCoy and Shannon McCoy; by her grandchildren Owen, Pierson, Charlie and Isabella; by her brothers Daniel and Tony Tooth; and the rest of the McCoy, Tooth, and Miller families.
Ellen, we love you, and miss you, and will remember you always. Services will be private at the convenience of the family.
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Condolences to the Family
March 27, 2020
Brian and family,
Please except our deepest sympathy in the passing of your dear wife and mother. Our prayers are with you and your family. God Bless,
Peggy Conner and family
March 03, 2020
Ellen and Brian were my next door neighbors on Pilgrim Drive. I loved having them as my neighbor and introducing me to artichokes. I will cherish the wonderful memories that were made with her. Brian, Jessica, Shannon and Sam, you have my thoughts and prayers.
Barbara Goodam
February 28, 2020
McCoy Family,
I will never forget when you guys took me in and made me apart of your family. I’ll never forget scratching her back for her all the time and our everyday mornings at her work before school or our drives home after school. Running to get her those slushies from Turkeyhill. She was such an amazing woman and mother. My heart hurts to hear that she past. She will always be with you in your hearts. You are all in my thoughts and prayers and I truly love you all.
Whitney Weiler
February 27, 2020
Sam , I’m so sorry for your loss . I remember your mother from when we were younger . It’s a horrible thing to go through.-Virginia
February 27, 2020
I was shocked to see that your wife and mother passed away. I will never forget the friendship we developed over the years at the Cove. She was definately special. I also will never forget those awesome pumpkin pies she baked at thanksgiving, and my special delivery on that day except for the one Sam put in my grill and I did not know until several days later. She and I had some very fun days working together, and I could go on about the good old days. My heart is heavy and I will keep you all in my prayers. with love, Jackie Wilson.
February 27, 2020
Brian, I am so very sorry! You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Gracie Lassek Hart
February 27, 2020
Brian and children, I am so sorry for your loss. Our sincerest condolences.
Beth & Brian Gentry
February 27, 2020
Sam and Shannon,
As you know, you mother was a wonderful lady! I enjoyed knowing her and working with her as she contributed many hours to the success of Eshelman School. May you find comfort in your memories of her deep love for you.
Kathy Legenstein-Brabson
February 27, 2020
Brian, I’m so very sorry to hear of the loss of your beloved wife. May God comfort you & your family during this sad time. Sending love, hugs & prayers sweet cousin.
Mitzi Pruitt Hill
February 27, 2020
Dear Brian, I am so sorry for your loss. She sounded like a wonderful person. May she rest peacefully. Love, cousin Cindy
February 27, 2020
Brian I am so sorry to hear this. You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Ronnie Ferguson
February 26, 2020
I’m so sorry to hear of Ellen’s passing. My heart goes out to entire family especially my “adopted” daughter Shannon. 💞💞
Victoria Beck
February 26, 2020
Brian, I am so sorry for your loss.
Linda Pantone (Orland)
February 26, 2020
Brian,
We were shocked and saddened to hear of Ellen’s sudden passing. Please know that we are thinking of and praying for you and your family. May our Lord comfort and give you peace.
Tom and Lisa Buckius
February 26, 2020
I was so sorry to hear of you loss, McCoy family. Please accept my condolences.
Missi Kline (from Turkey Hill)
February 26, 2020
I was so saddened to see u lost your wife ,mother,freind to many,grandma,etc…,she was a very nice person,missed her everyday since she retired,I would see her at the pool and school with her children and husband often,rest in peace my friend /coworker love,Jody Croft
