Bryan Franklin Coker

Bryan Franklin Coker, 50, passed away peacefully at home on January 9, 2026. He was born in Fayetteville, AR, on May 18, 1975, to Marion "Bud" and Linda Coker.

Bryan was a strong-willed, kind, funny, and compassionate person who brought joy to everyone he met. He found enjoyment in the outdoors, especially fishing, camping, driving dirt roads, and spending time at the creek. He also had a deep love for music and took pride in restoring cars.

Above all else, Bryan cherished time spent with his family and his beloved dog, Fletcher. He was a devoted husband, father, son, brother, uncle, and friend, and his memory will forever live on in the hearts of those who loved him.

He is preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Delmonia and Albert Heaps, and paternal grandparents, Fannie Idell Coker and William David Coker.

He is survived by his loving wife of seven years, Cristi Coker of Decatur, AR; parents, Marion "Bud" Leo Coker and Linda Marie (Heaps) Coker of Gentry, AR; children, Heaven Coker of Gentry, AR, and Nate Coker of Rogers, AR; step-son, Daniel Hugus of Syracuse, NY; siblings, Charlene Kirk and husband John of Little Rock, AR, and Dustin Coker of Gentry, AR; and niece, Sadie Kirk.

A visitation will be held at Wasson Funeral Home on Wednesday, January 14, 2026, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. The funeral service will be held at Wasson Funeral Home on Thursday, January 15, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. Burial will follow at Coffelt Cemetery.