Cecil Coy Smith, 77, of Arley entered into rest Saturday, Dec. 12, 2020 at UAB Hospital.
Coy was born March 29, 1943 in Arley, Alabama. He was a graduate of Meek High School and a longtime member of Meek Baptist Church in Arley. For several years, Coy worked in the coal industry in both Winston and Walker counties. In the early 90s, he went to work for General Motors, where he worked until his retirement in 2006. Coy was a member of the Masons and received his 50-year pin in December 2018. For years, Coy’s hobby was woodworking. He was exceptional at his craft and loved building things for his family and friends. He started a lawncare service in 2010 and he kept that going until he got sick in 2016. Coy was a huge Alabama football fan. He loved talking football and going to the games.
A graveside service will be held Thursday, Dec. 17, 2020 at 10 a.m. at Meek Cemetery. Brother Thomas Hyche will officiate.
Coy is survived by his wife of 46 years, Dianne Smith; son Brandon Smith; daughters Kim Williams, and Sonya Adams and her husband Chuck; grandsons Brad Aaron and Daiton and Dawson Rivers; and a host of nieces, nephews, and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents George W. and Ora Diane Smith; beloved granddaughter Brannigan Williams; twin brothers Hershell and Haskle Smith; brother Lecil Smith; and sisters Eloise Carter, Margie Bennett, Jackie Dyer, Jewel White and Marie Coggin.
