Charles “Chuck” Franklin Cook, 55, of Kempner died at his home on July 5, 2021.
Visitation will be held at Crawford Bowers Funeral Home in Copperas Cove on Aug. 16 at 10 a.m.
He was born in Honolulu, Hawaii on Nov. 28, 1965 to Paul and Olive Katherine Cook.
He graduated from Copperas Cove High School and attended Central Texas College for welding classes. He held numerous jobs throughout his life, with the longest and most rewarding being as a store clerk for more than 20 years at Christensen’s Store in Kempner. His outgoing demeanor made him just right for working at the store.
Chuck also enjoyed firearms, welding and motorcycles.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Paul and Kathy Cook.
Survivors include his brother, Steve Cook, of Lampasas; his niece, Alette Cook; and nephews Scooter Cook and Duncan Cook.
Chuck had an unwavering support for veterans. A donation in his memory can be made to the Wounded Warrior Program.
