Conroe’s beloved radio icon, Mary McCoy, will be immortalized with a bronze statue in Founders Plaza, celebrating her remarkable 73-year career. The unveiling is set for Dec. 7, McCoy’s 87th birthday, followed by a public celebration downtown.
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Mary McCoy, a pioneer with 73 years of radio broadcasting and a revered figure in Conroe, Texas, is set to be honored with a bronze statue. On December 7, 2024, the unveiling ceremony will be held at 11 a.m. in Founders Plaza, located adjacent to the Owen Theatre in downtown Conroe. This date coincides with McCoy's 87th birthday.
The importance of the tribute was underscored by Judi Lanza, the president of the Greater Conroe Arts Alliance. "This bronze statue will be a permanent tribute at Founders Plaza," she stated. The Greater Conroe Arts Alliance, which sponsored the installation, will also host a birthday celebration at The Table at Madeley food truck park in downtown Conroe at 6 p.m. that same day.
Mary McCoy's extraordinary career commenced at the age of 12 when she joined KMCO, the inaugural radio station in Conroe, under the supervision of Jimmy Dorrell. She established herself as a beloved community member over the years, and her influence transcended the realm of radio. In 1955, she shared the stage with Elvis Presley on two separate occasions—once at the Louisiana Hayride in Shreveport and again in Conroe—one of her most memorable moments.
McCoy was born on December 7, 1937, in Carthage, Texas. She relocated to Conroe in 1949, where she fostered her enthusiasm for radio and music.. This statue will now serve as a fitting tribute to her unwavering commitment to the airwaves and the community she cherishes, immortalizing her legacy.
The December 7 commemoration is expected to be a significant event, as it will commemorate McCoy's contributions and serve as another milestone in her extraordinary journey.
