Sherman Coy, Jr. passed away on Friday, Jan. 13, 2017 in his Warsaw home. He was 96 years old.

Sherman was born on Jan. 4, 1921 in Syracuse. He was the son of Sherman Coy, Sr. and Hazel (Goble) Coy. He was also a 1939 graduate of Goshen High School.

Sherman served his country with the United States Army during World War II. He enlisted in 1944 and, by May of 1945, was serving in the South Pacific Theatre. He joined five-star General Douglas MacArthur in June of 1945 when he was transferred to US Military Secret Service with 18 members under him, all serving as guards to General MacArthur. Sherman served with MacArthur through Nov. 15, 1947 and was ultimately discharged through Great Lakes Naval Training Center on Dec. 3, 1947.

On July 9, 1972, he was married to Katheryn Yates in Sullivan. Together the two shared many happy memories and 44 years before his passing.

Sherman was a lifetime resident of Kosciusko County, otherwise and had worked in tool and die at GTI for nearly 25 years. He was also a lifetime member of VFW Post 1126 and a member of Menzie-Reece American Legion Post 258 in Pierceton for the past 63 years. He enjoyed anything outdoors, including gardening, camping and fishing. He was truly a family man who loved any time he could spend with them.

His family and survivors include, but are not limited to, his wife, Katheryn Coy who survives in Warsaw; two daughters, Sandra England of Winona Lake and Mildred Burchett of Peru; son, Carl Coy, Sr.; nine grandchildren and several great-grandchildren.

Those who preceded Sherman in death include his son, Richard Coy; brothers, Carl Coy and Eugene Coy; sister, Marguerite Kiston and niece; Phyllis Kitson.

Friends may join family in a time of visitation from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 18, 2017 in Titus Funeral Home, 2000 East Sheridan Street, Warsaw, with a funeral service following immediately after, beginning at 1 p.m.

Burial will take place in Syracuse Cemetery, Syracuse. Military graveside honors will be paid by members of the American Legion and VFW.

Memorials may be given to the family c/o Titus Funeral Home, PO Box 705, Warsaw, IN 46581.