Brent "BC" Lee Coats

Brent’s passion for cars began at an early age, leading him to later work in the field of automotive repair and eventually take the leap into business ownership. In 1985, Brent opened his own shop, BC Auto Repair. Brent’s talents translated to anything on wheels. He was always willing to troubleshoot issues, help a family member or neighbor to the shop in need, or find the best hot rod custom part on the market. Through much of his career he was able to work alongside his oldest son, Chad, and later his grandson-in-law, Joseph, with his youngest son, Todd, working in a leadership role within the auto industry. An intuitive understanding of and interest in the automotive field truly became a family affair—leaving a mark on his boys’ hearts that will never fade.

Brent married the love of his life, Jennifer, in 1996. He loved to dote on Jennifer to anyone and everyone around. Those fortunate enough to know her will say she deserved every bit of it and Brent would certainly agree. To some, Brent had a gruff exterior but to many, he was soft to the core. His big belly laughs, usually at the expense of others, and infectious smile will be missed.

Brent lived a life full of hobbies and interests. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, riding his motorcycle, often spending his weekends boating at Kaw Lake or in his younger days, racing his drag truck at the track—where everyone knows, “BC”.

Brent is survived by his wife, Jennifer (Ternes) Coats; children, Chad (Olivia) Coats and Todd (Cristin) Coats; six grandchildren, Kaelin Coats (Joseph Torres), Tobias Coats, Brooke Coats, Elias Coats, Eva Coats and Enzo Coats; great-grandchild, Xavier Torres; mother, Polly Kaul; brothers, Brad (Tasha) Coats, Tom (Chris) Coats, and Joe (Penny) Solomon; sisters, Misty (Todd) Ryn and Beth (TC) Solomon Blansit; brother-in-law, Don (Eileen) Ternes; and many nieces and nephews.

Brent is preceded in death by his father and stepmother, Donald and Gwendolyn Coats; stepfather, Ray Kaul; mother-in-law, Agnes Ternes; father-in-law, Leonard Ternes; and sister-in-law, Sheila Ternes.

Viewing and Family Visitation for Brent will commence on Thursday, April 10, 2025 from 5:00-7:00 pm with a Funeral Service at 1:00pm on Friday, April 11, 2025, followed by an internment in the Garden of Freedom. All at Resthaven Mortuary and Gardens of Memory, 11800 W. Kellogg St., Wichita, KS 67209.

In lieu of flowers, Memorials are established at:

Special Olympics Kansas

5280 Foxridge Dr

Mission, KS 66202

And

St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital

262 Danny Thomas Pl

Memphis, TN 38105

Brent’s family invites you to join them for a celebration of his life at Scotch and Sirloin immediately following the graveside service.