Helen Taylor Duty McCoy, 89, of Chesapeake, Ohio left her earthly home on Wednesday, November 25, 2015 and returned to her heavenly home. She was born on August 26, 1926 to the late Emmett and Oma Taylor. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband James Paul Duty; her brother James Taylor; her sisters Juanita Freeman, Wenona Brumfiled, Mary Alice Graham and Wanda Mannon. Helen, affectionately referred to as “Mimi” by her grandchildren, was remarkably devoted to God and her family. She was an active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, where she served faithfully. She was an excellent cook and called her family together each Sunday, treating them to delicious meals. She loved the outdoors where she enjoyed fishing and tending to her garden. She radiated a spirit of service that extended far beyond her immediate family and blessed the lives of all who were privileged to know her. She is survived by her loving children Dr. Candace Duty, Kathy and Tom Swick, James and Lisa Duty; cherished grandchildren Will Smith, Justin and Maria Swick, Sarah and John Perry; and three beloved great grandchildren Lena, Logan and Josie whom brought great joy to her later years; and her dear sister Lois Freeman. Funeral service will be conducted 11 a.m. Monday, November 30, 2015 at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, 5640 Shawnee Drive Huntington, WV 25705. Burial will follow in Union Hill Cemetery, Chesapeake, Ohio. Visitation will be held 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Sunday, November 29, 2015 at Hall Funeral Home and Crematory, Proctorville, Ohio and one hour prior to the service on Monday at the Church. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.timeformemory.com/hall.
