of Little Rock, AR
January 5, 1981 - June 7, 2024
Brian Ellis Coker, 43, of Little Rock, AR passed away on Friday, June 7, 2024, in San Diego, California. He was born in Little Rock on January 5, 1981. Following graduation from Catholic High School, Brian attended the University of Arkansas and graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Finance. He was also a proud member and officer of Sigma Chi Fraternity.
Following graduation, Brian began his career in the banking and financial services industry. He subsequently attended Stonier Graduate School of Banking in Philadelphia, PA and received the Graduate Banking & Wharton Leadership Certificate. After working 17 years for two different Arkansas banks, Brian founded Coker Advisors LLC to work with Bank Owners in Arkansas with specific benefit plans to increase profitability. He was also a licensed Life & Health Insurance Broker.
Brian's hobbies included golf, hunting, outdoor sports and a particular love for the Dallas Cowboys. A golf highlight was in 2006 when he and his younger brother, Brent, and their dad enjoyed a trip to Scotland and played a variety of golf courses including the Old Course at St. Andrews. Brian was blessed with many friends who valued his friendship. He was very loyal to both friends and co-workers.
He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Rev William Richard and Berniece Vestal and Mr. and Mrs. Joe Coker, a brother; Brent Coker, and a cousin, Kathy Jaycox. Survivors include his daughter, Brynnley Coker; his father, Daryl Coker; his mother, Candy Coker Ramsey; his aunts, Becky Bashor (Kent); Claudia Milam (Randy); and his cousins, Kemp Jaycox and Laura Calhoun.
The family will receive friends at a Visitation on Tuesday, June 25, 2024 from 5:30 7:30pm at Pulaski Heights United Methodist Church, 4823 Woodlawn, Little Rock, AR. There will be a private family graveside service on Wednesday, June 26, 2024.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Chambers Bank, 1685 Joyce Blvd, Fayetteville, AR, 72703 and designated for Brynnley Coker Trust.
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17 Condolence(s)
Patricia Blackmon
Thursday, July 11, 2024
I am so sorry to hear that your son has passed away. I know that you will miss him but know that God is in control especially when we cannot understand things. I am praying that God will hold you in his arms and comfort you. Pat
Pam Greer
Saturday, June 29, 2024
The loss is so great because the love is so great. Extending sympathy and prayers to family and friends.
Brent Whisnant
Tuesday, June 25, 2024
Caroline Kanarellis
Tuesday, June 18, 2024
I’m so sorry for your loss. His quick wit and smile could brighten any room.
bruce and barbara sossamon
Tuesday, June 18, 2024
we are so sorry
Dexter
Monday, June 17, 2024
Words cannot express the sorrow I feel right now. He will always be my friend. My deepest sympathy and prayers for his family.
Collin Pilkinton
Sunday, June 16, 2024
What a great friend! Miss you so much brother. Prayers to Candy and Daryl and all the family!
Terry Paulson
Sunday, June 16, 2024
Our deepest sympathies. We are praying for your family’s comfort and peace.
Terry and Pepper Paulson
David Boerner
Sunday, June 16, 2024
Thanks for you friendship! You will be missed!
Bill Lowe
Sunday, June 16, 2024
Daryl, so sorry to hear about your son’s passing. You are in my families thoughts and prayers.
Mike Chandler
Sunday, June 16, 2024
So very sorry to read this. Prayers for the family.
Jan Alexander
Sunday, June 16, 2024
Candy, sorry you have lost a child that you raised in love and spirit.
Annette J. Hawkins
Sunday, June 16, 2024
Candy my heart breaks for you! Prayers and blessings going out for all of you! Annette
Jiggs Ramsey
Saturday, June 15, 2024
Betty Arivette
Saturday, June 15, 2024
So sorry for your loss. Will keep you in my prayers.
Gayle Teague
Saturday, June 15, 2024
My deepest sympathy and prayers for all of Brian’s family and many friends during this tough time.
Kathleen Cargill
Saturday, June 15, 2024
What a beautiful smile!
To know him, was to love him.
Prayers for all who loved him so very much.