Funeral Honors Deputy Fire Chief Austin Cooley, Killed in Head-On Collision

Honoring a Public Servant

• 💔 A funeral service was held for South Hunt County Fire Rescue Deputy Chief and City of Kaufman Police Officer Austin Cooley.
• 😔 Cooley, aged 26, tragically died on December 8th in a head-on collision while returning home from a night shift.

A Life Dedicated to Service and Family

• 🚒 Cooley served as a deputy fire chief and a police officer, demonstrating a commitment to public service.
• 👨‍👩‍👧 He recently became a father and deeply cherished his baby girl, his pride and joy.
• 💍 His colleagues remembered his dedication to his family, noting that family always prevailed.

Final Call and Legacy

• 🕊️ The service marked Cooley's "last and final call," a poignant farewell from his fire and police brothers and sisters.
• 🌟 Though his life was short, it was described as well-lived and loved.
• 🙏 His colleagues and friends pledged to continue supporting his family in the difficult days ahead.
• 🇺🇸 The service concluded with a smaller, private graveside service, honoring his dedication and service.