Bryon Leroy Coatney

Bryon LeRoy Coatney, 60, of Kansas City, Missouri, passed away on December 4th 2025. He was born on May 6, 1965, and lived a life full of passion, generosity, and unshakeable joy.

Bryon was a talented musician whose first love was always music. He grew up in a family of musicians and went on to become a proud member of the well-known Kansas City band Unwritten Rulz, where he poured his heart into every performance. When he wasn’t playing guitar or making someone laugh with a funny face, Bryon was dedicating himself to another lifelong passion—restoring antique cars. He began working on Model A cars alongside his father, a craft he continued throughout his life with great pride.

Hard-working and driven, Bryon owned and operated his roofing company, BCR, for many years. But above all the roles he held, Bryon treasured being a husband most deeply. His love for Francine was evident in everything he did. She was his partner, his steady place, and the person who brought him comfort, laughter, and joy. Their life together was full of music, companionship, and unwavering devotion.

To those who loved him, Bryon was known for his enormous heart. He was a wonderful stepfather, a devoted brother, and a loyal friend. He carried a smile everywhere he went and lived with a generosity that touched everyone around him. One of Bryon’s greatest joys was his dog, Gibson, who faithfully rode on his lap in his “office”—his truck—no matter where he went. In July, Bryon proudly became Papa B with the birth of his first grandchild, Maverick, a role that filled him with immense happiness.

Bryon was preceded in death by his grandparents, Earney and Mildred Coatney, and his father, Earney LeRoy Coatney.

He is survived by his loving wife, Francine; his stepchildren Jared Canter and Jordan McGarrah, along with Jordan’s husband Brandon and their son Maverick McGarrah; his mother, Olivia Coatney; his sisters Carol Prettyman and Christina Coatney; his nieces and nephews Rebecca, Ryan, Jennifer, Jaime, William, and Wesly; and his grandparents Rudy and Opal Brawner.

Bryon’s boundless energy, humor, and light will be deeply missed by all who knew him. His love for his family—especially Francine—leaves a legacy of devotion and joy that will never be forgotten.