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Mr. Kenneth R. Cooley I, aged 70, passed away to be with the Lord on Sunday, September 6, 2026.

Born on September 5, 1956, in Texarkana, Texas, Kenneth was the beloved second son of the late Norris L. Cooley Sr. and Mary High-Cooley. He furthered his education at Louisiana Tech University and dedicated his professional life to a career as a diesel mechanic.

A man of faith and warmth, Kenneth found great joy in the simple blessings of life. He was passionate about his work, loved spending time outdoors hunting and fishing, and found peace caring for and riding horses. Above all, he cherished his family with all his heart.

Kenneth was preceded in death by his parents, Noris L. Cooley Sr. and Mary High-Cooley, as well as his beloved wife, Kim W. Cooley.

CHERISHED FAMILY & SURVIVORS

• Daughter: Colette M. Carter of Texarkana, TX

• Son: Kenneth R. Cooley II of Madisonville, LA

• Brothers: Bishop Norris L. Cooley Jr. of Lancaster, TX, and Cedric T. Cooley of Texarkana, TX

• Sister: Susan Cooley Johnson of Duncanville, TX

• Grandchildren: 2 loving grandchildren

• Extended Family: A host of loving cousins, nieces, nephews, and dear friends

“I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.”

— 2 Timothy 4:7