Coy Van Byars

Coy Van Byars of Stigler, Oklahoma passed away March 12, 2013 in Stigler at the age of 66. He was born June 8, 1946 in Byars, Oklahoma to William Dale Byars and Flora Cantrell Byars. Van retired from Haskell County Farm Bureau after many years of sales service. 

He is survived by; His wife: Mim of the home 

Two sons: Wes Byars and wife, Liz, of Stigler, Oklahoma 

Joe Byars and wife, Caysie, of Broken Arrow, Oklahoma 

One sister: Carol Smith of Norman, Oklahoma 

One brother: Rex Byars and wife, Bonnie, of Beggs, Oklahoma 

Three grandchildren: Kevin Byars, Julianna Nixon, and Joseph Byars 

Van was very proud of his military service. He was a decorated Veteran of the Vietnam War. He carried the mental and physical scars of the war with him the rest of his life. Van lived to see his dream of having grandchildren come true and loved nothing more than taking them on ranger rides around his farm. The family has requested memorial contributions be made to the Disabled American Veterans or The Wounded Warrior Project as Van was always concerned about the well being of American military men and women. 

At Van's request there will be no memorial service conducted. Arrangements are under the direction of Mallory-Martin Funeral Home & Crematory of Stigler.