Rosalie "Rose" McCoy

Rosalie Ann (Smith) McCoy, born July 6, 1939, passed away peacefully at home with her family on Sunday, February 16th, 2025. Rose was born and raised in the Short North, Columbus, Ohio. Daughter of the late Joseph and Mary Smith. She graduated from Central High School, Class of 1957, and retired from real estate in 2008.

Besides her parents, Rose is also preceded in death by her husband Charles Larry McCoy, sisters Sally Baum, Mary Rodenbucher, brothers Virgil Grider, James Smith, John Smith, Richard Smith, and great grandson Waylen McFarland. 

Rose is survived by her sisters Carolyn Schneider, Marianne Settele, Margaret Mosley, Louvella Koch, and Stella Chapman. Her beloved children Larry (Sandy) McCoy, Cheryl (John) McFarland, Theresa (Jeff) Salyer, James (Chris) McCoy. Grandchildren Brady (Megan) McCoy, Kyle (Amy) McCoy, Kylie (Gar) Chappelear, Amanda McCoy, Tyler (Tiffany) McFarland, Austin (Grace) McCoy, Christian (Brynn) McFarland, Caleb (Alyssa) McCoy, twenty-one great grandchildren, and special friends, Darlene Davis, Mary Davis, Lynn Slone, Mandy Bittinger, Chris Cicero, Samantha Bless, Lawanna (Curt) Fisher, Brent (Joni) Powell and family, Ed (Tammie) Akers and family, and Tonya King, all whom she loved dearly.

Rose loved being part of her large family with ten siblings and a multitude of nieces, nephews, and cousins. Rose was a dedicated, obedient servant of our Lord, Jesus Christ, who expressed total commitment to following Jesus. She worshipped the word of God through her Peace Ministry Outreach by giving herself to the prison ministry and youth centers. She was called to be a Missionary in 2000. Rose also traveled to over 29 countries around the world and specifically visiting various states within Africa to spread the love of Jesus through ministry. She had a special place in her heart for Africa, traveling there 17 times. She published a book titled Africa God's Chosen Nation.

We welcome family and friends to remember Rose at Victorious Living Church, 2996 Columbus St. Grove City, Ohio 43123 on Friday, February 21, 2025 from 5pm-8pm for visitation with the Funeral Service to follow on Saturday, February 22, 2025 starting at 10am. She was a member of the church for 25 faithful years. Rose will be laid to rest and be joining her husband at Franklin Hills Cemetery, Canal Winchester, Ohio. The service will be officiated by her dear friend, Bill (Gail) Smith.

If you knew Rose, you know how she never wore the same outfit twice, had a deep love for fashion, and all things beauty. She never had a hair out of place or an un-manicured finger. We welcome those to join the family by wearing your best leopard print in her honor on Saturday.

Rose’s bright spirit, caring nature, and enduring love for others will continue to inspire all who were touched by her presence. May she rest in eternal peace, knowing she made the world a better place through her kindness and love. She will be deeply missed and fondly remembered by all whose lives she touched.