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Dorothy Mae Larson McCoy

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Birth	:	8 Aug 1936 Neosho County, Kansas, USA
Death	:	4 Jan 2020 Chanute, Neosho County, Kansas, USA
Burial	:	Saints Peter and Paul Cemetery, Seneca, Nemaha County, USA
Coordinate	:	39.8488998, -96.0702972
Plot	:	Center section, northeast
Inscription	:	MARRIED JUNE 29, 1956
Description	:	Mrs. Dorothy Mae (Larson) McCoy Beck died peacefully surrounded by loved ones at Country Place Senior Living in Chanute, KS on January 4, 2020 at the age of 83. She was born on her family's homestead on a hot, hot 117° summer day on August 8, 1936, in rural Chanute, KS to Harry and Hattie (Johnson) Larson. She was a lifelong resident of the Chanute area. She attended the Swede Center School during her early years of and graduated from Chanute High School in 1953 and Junior College in 1955. While teaching, she earned her Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education... Read More	Mrs. Dorothy Mae (Larson) McCoy Beck died peacefully surrounded by loved ones at Country Place Senior Living in Chanute, KS on January 4, 2020 at the age of 83. She was born on her family's homestead on a hot, hot 117° summer day on August 8, 1936, in rural Chanute, KS to Harry and Hattie (Johnson) Larson. She was a lifelong resident of the Chanute area. She attended the Swede Center School during her early years of and graduated from Chanute High School in 1953 and Junior College in 1955. While teaching, she earned her Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education from Pittsburg State University. Dorothy worked as a teacher for 38 years, She started at Shirley School, a one room schoolhouse. At Roosevelt she taught second grade and then was asked to move to Hutton School to teach first grade and kindergarten for USD 413 until she retired in 1996. Leaving the classroom was not easy for her, so she served as a substitute teacher for two years. In retirement, she enjoyed family time, exercising, journaling, crossword puzzles, and part-time work at Westco Home Furnishings. She married Jim McCoy on June 29, 1956 and he preceded her in death on February 3, 1994. The couple built their family over thirty seven years. Her children remember her as a loving, gentle mother who encouraged them to follow their dreams and grow in Christ. Following Jim’s passing, she met Bert Beck. They were married on June 8, 1996 and he preceded her in death in 2010. Dorothy attended church regularly, crediting her mother with this passion for Christ. She was a member of Colfax Baptist Church and served as treasurer, vacation church school superintendent, and Sunday School Children’s Supervisor. Following closure of her family church, she became a member of First Baptist Church and then First Christian Church. She enjoyed traveling, spending time with her family, and going to covered dish meals. She took pride in keeping her home neat and family close. Her favorite organizations included The Red Hat Society, American Legion Auxiliary, Delta Kappa Gamma, Baptists Women’s Mission, Retired Teachers Association and Chanute Jaycees Dorothy is survived by two children, Roy (Erin) and Linda (Julie) two stepchildren, Larry (Debbie) and Jerry (Kimberly); six grandchildren: Kristy (Jamie), Janet (Matt), Tyler (Sara), Mallory (Megan), Jalynn (Sam) and Jacob; four step grandchildren: Ethan (Mary) , Mason, Jered and Jill (Gary); five great grandchildren, Hunter,Drake, Kamri, Karter and Rhys; seven step-great grandchildren Bryson, Briley, Bradyn, Hazel, Peyton, Matticyn and Ashlyn and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded by parents Harry and Hattie Larson, infant son, Glen Ray McCoy, brothers Charles and Dale “Deke” Larson; and sisters Helen (Don) Horton, and Mary (Clyde) Tunnell. The family will greet friends and family on Wednesday, January 8, 2020 from 6-8 pm at Countryside Funeral Home located at 101 N Highland Chanute, KS. Funeral services are scheduled for 1:00 pm, Thursday, January 9, 2020 at First Christian Church of Chanute. All are welcome to attend and celebrate Dorothy’s life. Memorials to Harry Hynes Hospice, ACARF or First Christian Church c/o the funeral home. Arrangements have been entrusted to Countryside Funeral Home, 101 N. Highland, Chanute, KS.

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Dorothy Mae Larson McCoy's memorial is located at: Saints Peter and Paul Cemetery, Seneca, Nemaha County, USA.
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Dorothy Mae Larson McCoy death on 4 Jan 2020 in Chanute, Neosho County, Kansas, USA
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Latitude: 39.8488998
Longitude: -96.0702972

Family Members:

Parent

Harry Larson

(1895 - 1964)

Hattie F. Johnson Larson

(1905 - 1993)

Spouse

Jim L McCoy

(1930 - 1994)

Bert Dee Beck Jr.

(1923 - 2010)

Siblings

Charles E. Larson

(1930 - 1976)

Helen Louise Larson Horton

(1931 - 2003)

Mary Darlene Larson Tunnell

(1934 - 2009)

Harry Dale “Deke” Larson

(1938 - 1994)

Children

Glen Ray McCoy

(1965 - 1965)

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