Harley W. Cook

Harley Wayne Cook, 75, of Longview, Texas, passed away peacefully at home on July 26, 2025, surrounded by those who loved him. Harley was born on May 20, 1950, in Auburn, California. Throughout his life, he lived in multiple states before settling in Longview, where he spent his final 14 years. A hardworking and skilled man, Harley worked as a construction worker before becoming a welding supervisor at Trinity Industries, where he retired. A true craftsman at heart, Harley had a passion for fabricating steel and was especially proud of the firepits and smokers he built for his children. His love for building was second only to his love for his family. Known by many as a real-life cowboy, Harley embraced the values of honesty and generosity. He was a devoted member of Circle C Cowboy Church in Henderson, where he found fellowship and faith. Harley was preceded in death by his parents, Grady Cook and Gladys Pitchford Cook; his sister, Frances Hensen; his mother-in-law, Lola Redmon; his son-in-law, Stevie Crawford; his daughter, Sarah Watson; and his granddaughter, Thunder Finney. He is survived by his loving wife of 25 years, Deborah Cook of Longview; his daughter Terrie Crawford of Winthrop, Arkansas; his son Larry Cook and wife Melanie of Texarkana, Arkansas; his son Waylan Cook of DeQueen, Arkansas; his daughter Rebecca King of Duncanville, Texas; his daughter Jennifer Rogers and husband Andrew of Pocahontas, Arkansas; his son Jason King and wife Sierra of Black Rock, Arkansas; and his daughter Angela Chadister of Batesville, Arkansas. He also leaves behind 17 grandchildren, 16 great-grandchildren, his sister Kathy Wolfe, numerous nieces and nephews, and a host of cherished friends. A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, August 23, 2025, at 2:00 PM at Circle C Cowboy Church in Henderson, Texas. Cremation arrangements have been entrusted to Horn-Nail-Haggard Funeral Home in Daingerfield, Texas. Harley will be remembered for his kind heart, craftsmanship, and family he leaves behind.