He is survived by his wife of 55 years Mary Lou, daughter Amy (Alan) Godwin, and their son Micah, and son Adam.
His first new car was a 1967 Plymouth Fury, yellow with a black convertible top. He was so proud of it!
He was a trout enthusiast. He loved fishing on the White River in Arkansas with his close friends and family. He enjoyed talking to everyone and showing pictures of his catches. JR was not retired for long, selling was in his blood. He could sell doors morning to night.
He enjoyed cruising, his favorite was seeing the beach at Normandy.
His dogs were very special in his life. He missed Zoey, she visited him from time to time.
His illness was a cruel, harsh beast. But on his better days, his eyes would twinkle and the jokes were there.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.McGilley-Frye.com for the Coyne family.
A private Celebration of Life will be held for immediate family at a later date.