John Kenny McCoin

John Kenny McCoin, 70, of Kansas City, MO passed away October 29, 2014. He was born on March 27, 1944 in Holdenville, OK to Leslie and Louise McCoin and was preceded in death by his parents and two brothers, Dwight and Tommy.

Left to cherish his memory are his devoted wife of 23 years, Merry; sister, Dolores Burke of Independence, MO; brother, Rick McCoin of Holdenville, OK; sisters-in-law, Dorothy McCoin of Oklahoma City, OK and Ann Dee (John) Bloom of Laurel, IA; nieces and nephews, Dennis (Carol) Black, Pamela Macey, Don (Diana) Black, John (Tam) Black, Karen (Frank) Campbell, Deana (Rick) Young, Aurora Bloom, John Bloom, Mechelle (Troy) House, Paula (David) Myhre, Laura (Dennis) Malloy, Matt (Tiffany) Mann; great nieces and nephews, Chad (Becky), Heather (Tommy) Ryan, Johnathan, Jessica, David, Sara, Tom, John, Dolores, Lam, Eric, Max, John, Meisha, Joseph and William; great, great nieces, Dylan, Teryn, Devin and Lilly; and long time best friend, Lonnie “Whitey” King.

John was an incredible outdoorsman. He loved the entirety of nature from the snow capped mountains, pine trees, canyons, rushing rivers and the multitude of wildlife to all the trees, bushes and flowers he planted and tended in his own beautiful yard; plus, each and every one of the little birds that made their home there. His masterpiece was a most incredible rose garden as a gift to his wife, Merry.

John was a life-long avid fisherman and waterfowl hunter, especially of Canadian Geese. Many awards honored the fact he was an expert marksman. At the same time he tenderly cared for any and all baby animals whenever in need; plus, he had a very special bond with all dogs.

John was a masterful, self-taught landscaper, carpenter, roofer, mechanic, mason, plumber, builder, electrician and his favorite, “lumberjack”. And he was always happy to use his expertise to help others, especially his entire family, whenever the need arose.

John truly enjoyed dealing in antiques and collectibles, with a special appreciation for beautiful glass.

John served honorably and bravely in the U.S. Army from 1964-1966, including his tour in Vietnam, and in 1996 retired from Ford Motor Company, after 30 years of service.

John “Kenny” will be remembered for his love and loyalty to his wife and family, his vast array of expertise, his willingness to help others, his joy in working and accomplishing, his sense of humor, his “never quit” attitude and his enthusiasm for life. He will be greatly, greatly missed.