John Austin Coker

John Austin Coker

September 26, 1964 - February 27, 2025

John Austin Coker, 60, of Charlie, TX, went home to be with the Lord on February 27, 2025. Born on September 26, 1964, in Henrietta, TX, he was a devoted husband, loving father, and a cherished friend to many. He and his beloved wife, Wendy (Sims) Coker, shared nearly 32 wonderful years together, raising four sons: John (Austin) Coker Jr., Zachary Coker, Joseph Coker, and Lance Coker.

John was a true jack-of-all-trades, known for his strong work ethic and ability to fix anything. He spent many years as a skilled fitter/welder, farmer, and builder. If it had an engine, he could make it run. He had a passion for working with wood, tending to his lambs and chickens, and caring for people's lawns. All through his life, he found joy in ministering to others-often over the hood of his mower or old pickup or flipping burgers over a grill at a church or school event.

John's greatest loves were his faith, his family, and Henry, the family's spirited 8-pound Yorkie. He never met a stranger and had a gift for sharing the Lord's message in everyday conversations. As an elder at Western Heritage Cowboy Church in Dean, TX, his faith was the cornerstone of his life. He also never missed an opportunity to share stories about his wonderful wife, his amazing sons, and his adored grandchildren. John had a generous heart and would give anyone the shirt off his back.

He is survived by his wife, Wendy; his sons: John (Austin) Jr. and wife Hailey of Brinnon, WA; Zachary Coker of Hurst, TX; Joseph Coker of Charlie, TX; and Lance Coker of Charlie, TX; as well as his two beloved grandchildren, Victoria and Michael Coker. He is also survived by his siblings: Darla Stone and husband Sam, Jill Halley and husband Tim, and Joe Coker III, along with numerous nieces and nephews whom he dearly loved. He was preceded in death by his parents, Joe Coker Jr. and Jane (Norman) Coker, and his grandparents.

Visitation will be held on Monday, March 3, 2025, from 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM at Scott-Morris Funeral Home in Nocona, TX. A celebration of life service will take place on Tuesday, March 4, 2025, at 10:00 AM at Western Heritage Cowboy Church in Dean, TX, followed by burial at Coker Cemetery in Bulcher, TX, near Saint Jo.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Jakob Plummer Memorial Scholarship at Western Heritage Cowboy Church or Coker Cemetery.