Harold Eugene Canoy

Harold Eugene Canoy, age 86, of Asheboro passed away on Saturday, July 9, 2022 at his home.

Mr. Canoy was born in Randolph County on September 5, 1935 to Roby Lewis and Myrtle Greeson Canoy.  Harold served his country in the U.S. Air Force during the Korean Conflict.  He was retired from J.H. Allen Construction after 37 years of service. In addition to his parents, Harold was preceded in death by his wife of 61 years, Judy Canoy, his sister, Janie Sumner, his brothers, Robert, James, Richard, and Roby Canoy, Jr. He enjoyed farming.  Harold had a passion for collecting coins and arrowheads.  

He is survived by his children, Chuck Canoy (Susan), Jim Canoy, Debbie McKenzie (Mark), John Canoy (James Bobbit), and Wanda Snead (Charles); granddaughters, Madison and Gillian; grandsons, Ryan, Evan, Kyle, Michael, Wesley, and Shaun; brothers, Glenn Canoy, Larry Canoy, and Roger Canoy; and sisters, Nancy Capps and Brenda Buckles.

The family will receive friends on Wednesday, July 13, 2022 from 11:00 am-1:00 pm at Pugh Funeral Home, 437 Sunset Avenue in Asheboro.  Funeral services will follow on Wednesday at 1:00 pm in the Pugh Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Joey Miller officiating.  Burial will be held in Randolph Memorial Park.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Hospice of Randolph, 416 Vision Dr., Asheboro, NC 27203 or the Randolph County Animal Shelter, 1370 County Land Rd., Randleman, NC 27317 or Emmy's House, 235 E. Academy St., Asheboro, NC 27203.