William C. Mccoy Jr.

William C. McCoy Jr. "Chubby"; 82 of Albany and Guilderland, peacefully entered Eternal Life on March 22, 2024. Born in Albany, NY, on November 4, 1941, to the late William C. and Emily E. (Dalton) McCoy Sr.

Chubby was a beloved husband for 55 years to Frances P. (Sidoti) McCoy; devoted father to Krista P. McCoy-Hotaling (Brian Hotaling), Laura A. McCoy, Gregory W. McCoy (Sooyun), Marc A. McCoy (Philece), Mara B. Robbens (Matthew), Christopher F. McCoy (Meghan), and honorary son Kevin M. Flynn (Gillian). Cherished grandfather of Ashleigh, Erica, Amanda, Kiera, Sophia, William, Ethan, Quinn, Gavin, Greyson, Charles, Dennigan, Willa, Mairead, Harlen, and Ronan.  Adored great-grandfather of Harper, Lucas, and Maeve. Treasured brother of Rachel McDonald (Mark); much-loved brother-in-law to Marie McCoy, Linda McCoy, Mary Fazio, Patricia Sidoti, Antoinette Sidoti, and Rosalie Sidoti; nephew to Frances Johns and Amelia Belschwinder, and a dear uncle, cousin, and friend to many.

Predeceased by his parents William C. and Emily E. (Dalton) McCoy Sr., brother Donald McCoy, twin brother Paul McCoy; nephew Donald McCoy Jr., in-laws Bosti and Mary Sidoti, Thomas, Louis, Richard, Anthony, Joseph, Bernadette, and his faithful dog Pup.

Born and raised in Albany, Chubby was a graduate of Cardinal McCloskey High School and Russell Sage College and honorably served in the United States Army. Influenced by his strong catholic faith, he also dedicated a period of his life to studying at Mater Christi Seminary, considering the journey towards Catholic priesthood. In 1969, Chubby married the love of his life, Frances, built an amazing life and had six children.  In 1970, Chubby joined the Albany Police Department (APD), and became a champion for children. He was an original member of the APD Juvenile Unit. In his years with the Juvenile Unit, many children experiencing family difficulties were brought to his home for a warm meal and reassurance that things would be okay. In 1992, he proudly retired as a Juvenile Detective.

After retiring from the Albany Police, Chubby embarked on a career with the Public Safety Department of Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI), where he served as a Sergeant. During his time at RPI, he was immensely proud that four of his children pursued and completed their education at RPI.  In retirement, he enjoyed performing genealogy research on his ancestry, traveling, large family dinners, and being dragged to the Saratoga Race Course by Frances. Chubby remained devoted to his wife, six children, sixteen grandchildren, and three great-grandchildren until the day he passed.

Relatives and friends are invited and may call on Monday, April 1, 2024, from 3 pm to 7 pm at St. Madeleine Sophie Church, 3500 Carman Road, Schenectady, NY 12303. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday, April 2, 2024, at 10:30 am at St. Madeleine Sophie Church with The Very Reverend James Belogi Pastor officiating. Burial will follow with Military Honors at Calvary Cemetery, Glenmont, NY.

The family would like to acknowledge Dr. David Palat, Dr. Jeffrey Uzzilia, Dr. Ira Zackon, Dr. Robert Soiffer, Dr. Cary Vachon, Stephanie O'Leary PA-C, St. Peter's Inpatient Hospice, and the doctors, nurses, and staff at St. Peter's Hospital for their compassion, care, and kindness.

As darkness falls each day, look to the stars for peace and comfort.

In lieu of flowers those who wish may send memorial contributions to

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute

St Jude Children's Research Hospital

St John's/St. Ann's Outreach Center (Soup Kitchen)

Made by Dyslexia (madebydyslexia.org)

Ronald McDonald House Charities of the Capital Region

Online condolences may be made at www.danielkeenanfuneralhome.com.