Barbara Jane McCoy – Benton, IL

Barbara Jane McCoy, 71, of Benton, IL, passed away at 4:45 a.m., Thursday, September 13, 2018, at Helia Healthcare of Benton, IL.

She was born on October 6, 1946, to John and Lida (Miller) Rusher in Rend City, IL. On May 15, 1971, she married James McCoy, and he survives.

Barbara was a member of the First Baptist Church of West City. She was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother. One of her greatest joys in life was spending time with her family.

Barbara is survived by her husband, James McCoy; two children, Matthew McCoy of Benton, IL and Jennifer (Ryan) Huie of Sesser, IL; one granddaughter, Rylin Huie; four brothers and sisters, Rick (Gail) Rusher of Owensville, IN, Steve (Tara) Rusher of Evansville, IL, Christy (Jim) Davenport of Henderson, KY, and Kathy Rusher of Benton, IL.

She was preceded in death by her parents, John Henry and Lida Rusher.

Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Pate Funeral Home, 301 S. Main St., Benton, IL.

Visitation will be held on Monday, September 17, 2018, from 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m., at Pate Funeral Home.

Funeral services will follow visitation Monday, September 17, 2018, at 1:00 p.m. at the Pate Funeral Home with Brother Larry Cook officiating. Burial will take place in the Masonic and Odd Fellows Cemetery.

Memorials contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, and will be accepted at the funeral home.

Online condolences can be given at www.patefh.com.