Mr. Kenneth D. “Sonny” Coy, 87 of Almo, KY, passed away Saturday, September 27, 2025, at the Anna Mae Owen Residential Hospice House in Murray, KY.
Born August 13, 1938, in Stewart Co., TN, Sonny was the son of the late Clarence Calvin Coy and Esther (Wofford) Coy. He dedicated 38 years to serving as the Parts Manager at Purdom Motors, followed by 16 years in the parts department at Dwain Tayor Chevrolet, where his knowledge and helpful nature were valued by both coworkers and customers. Sonny was a member of Independence United Methodist Church and attended Calvary Temple Church.
Those left to cherish memories of Sonny include his wife of 48 years, Wilma Dean (Oakley) Coy; his children, Kenny Coy and Michael Coy of Murray, Lisa Foy of Mayfield, and Sherri Whitten of St. Charles, MO; a grandson, Jacob Coy of Almo; and a niece, Judy Litchfield of Benton.
In addition to his parents, Sonny was preceded in death his brother, Howard Wilton Coy; and sisters, Edna Cunningham Holland and Patricia Coy.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, October 2, 2025, in the chapel of the Blalock-Coleman Funeral Home in Murray, with Kathy Belcher officiating. Burial will follow the service at the McDaniel Cemetery, McDaniel Cemetery Road, Dexter, KY.
Friends may visit with the family between the hours of 10:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, at Blalock-Coleman Funeral Home, 713 S. 4th St. Murray, KY 42071.
Blalock-Coleman Funeral Home & Cremation Services is privileged to be entrusted with the care of Mr. Coy. Please share your messages of condolence with the family by signing his virtual guestbook at www.blalockcolemanfuneralhome.com.