~ IN MEMORY ~
USAF Lt. Col. (Ret.) DL Capt. Michael McCoy &
wife Heather McCoy
It is with profound sadness that we announce the
passing of Lt. Col. (Ret.) Michael Ray McCoy, USAF, and Heather Arnold McCoy,
husband and wife, of Fair Oaks Ranch, Texas. The couple entered eternity
together on September 20, 2025, doing what they both loved – flying………………
Michael Ray McCoy, age 62, was born on August 10,
1963……..Michael joined Delta Air Lines 01-13-2000 and was based Atlanta. Heather Arnold McCoy, age 62, was born on
February 15, 1963. They are survived by
their children, and by their siblings plus many more dear friends and family members.
A joint memorial service will be held October 16th in San Antonio ...please
see obituary below for details.
PCN memorial site
https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/name/heather-mccoy-obituary?id=59664660
Obituary published on Legacy.com by
Ebensberger-Fisher Funeral Home, Boerne TX
It is with profound sadness that we announce the
passing of Lt. Col. (Ret.) Michael Ray McCoy, USAF, and Heather Arnold McCoy,
husband and wife, of Fair Oaks Ranch, Texas. The couple entered eternity
together on September 20, 2025, doing what they both loved – flying. Their
passing leaves a deep void in the hearts of all who knew them, yet their legacy
of love, faith, and service continues to shine brightly.
Michael Ray McCoy, 62, was born on August 10,
1963, on Shaw Air Force Base, Sumter South Carolina, to Robert George McCoy and
Frances Spruell McCoy. From an early age, he demonstrated strong values of
duty, perseverance, and love for his country. He graduated from Texas State
University and through the Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corp he was
commissioned an officer in the Air Force where he dedicated decades of his life
to serving and leading with distinction. He became an F-16 fighter pilot, call
sign "Bones," and was stationed at various bases around the world. He
flew many thousands of hours in the F-16 and completed more than 100 combat
missions in Bosnia and Iraq. After leaving the Active Duty Air Force, Michael
joined the Texas Air National Guard and continued to fly the F-16, rising to
the rank of Lieutenant Colonel. He received dozens of commendations and was
admired for his steady leadership, strategic insight, and deep care for the men
and women under his command. Beyond his professional achievements, he was known
for mentoring young officers and inspiring them to live lives of honor and
service. After his retirement, Michael became a pilot for Delta Airlines and
continued to live by the Air Force core values of integrity, service before self,
and excellence. He continued to indulge his passion for aviation by building
and flying his own aircraft and taking a leadership role with the Commemorative
Air Force where he flew warbirds around the country helping to inspire future
generations of aviators.
Heather Arnold McCoy, 62, was born on February 15,
1963, on Kindley Air Force Base, St David's Island, Bermuda to Tommy and
Dolores Arnold. Heather went to High School in San Antonio where she nurtured
her love for animals, winning reserve champion in the steer competition. She
went to Tarleton State University, where she earned her Bachelor of Science in
Agriculture and was crowned Miss Rodeo Tarleton. She loved horses and
participated in the local rodeos in Stephenville, TX. She was a devoted
daughter standing close beside both her parents as they passed through their
last stages of life. Heather had a long love for flying. Being raised by an Air
Force pilot, she was mentored by her father in learning how to fly and getting
her pilot license. She loved being in the military world and excelled at being
a military wife, which brings its own set of skills. She would help mentor
other wives who were new to entering life in the military. Heather was a strong
and devoted asset to her community in Boerne, TX. She was an entrepreneur in
the business world, creating two successful businesses and giving back to her
community through those businesses, offering her knowledge and skill sets to
others. She has been referred to as an "iconic businesswoman" who gave
to others in caring and kindness. And above all Heather loved her children. Her
main devotion in life was supporting them and their many activities.
Michael and Heather were close friends while
attending Madison High School together. After graduating in 1981 they both went
their separate ways and then reached out to each other during their 10-year
high school reunion. From there they started their journey together, marrying
on May 22, 1993 and raising two beautiful children together, giving them both a
loving supportive foundation to build their lives on. Together, Michael and
Heather embodied devotion. They delighted in traveling, sharing time with family,
giving back to their community, and living life to the fullest. Their love
story was one of true partnership and unwavering commitment.
Michael and Heather are survived by their son,
Gunnar Reed McCoy and daughter, Bailey Marie McCoy; and by Michael's brothers,
Robert Paul McCoy, Thomas Roy McCoy and sisters, Ellen Marie Crawford and Carol
Ann Smith; and Heather's brothers, Tommy Reed Arnold, III and Carl Montgomery
Arnold, and sister, Lisa Arnold James, who will all forever carry their memory.
They were both preceded in death by their parents.
Though they are gone from this earth, their legacy
of service, love, and faith will live on through their family, friends, and all
who were blessed to know them. A joint memorial service open to the public
honoring both Michael and Heather will be held on October 16, 2025 at 11:30 AM
at St. Patrick's Church 1114 Willow St. San Antonio. Michael and Heather will
both be laid to rest with full military honors at Fort Sam Houston National
Cemetery in a private ceremony at 1:30 PM Thursday, October 16, 2025.
In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests
that donations be made for scholarships in memory of Michael and Heather McCoy
to the Young Eagles Program, of the Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) or
the 149 FW Guard Unit Chief's counsel.
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Two
killed after small private plane stalls midair and crashes in Louise, Texas
LOUISE,
Texas — Two people were killed when a small private plane went down in Wharton
County on Saturday night, authorities said. The crash was reported around 8
p.m. near County Road 382 and Ward Street in Louise, a community southwest of
Houston, according to the National Transportation Safety Board. Investigators
said the plane appeared to stall in midair before attempting to land and
crashing………………..
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9PpZm3d-gVk
NEW
INFO About N32SZ Fatal Crash That Got Lieutenant Colonel And Wife Killed Sep 20
Louise TX ...
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