Herman Cook was born on January 15, 1954 in Rusk, Texas to the parents of Herndon & Irma Jean Cook. He graduated from Maddison High School.  He was a carpenter.

He joins his parents Herndon & Irma Jean Cook in eternal life.

Herman leaves behind to cherish his memories (5) children: Donisha Reed, Shaunice Cook, Demarcus Gates, Micheal Reed and Keilyn Reed; (5) grandchildren: Charo Knight, Karleon Nolly, Adison Austin, Ariana Howard & Amor Collins; (2) sisters: Vickie K. Cook & Janice McMiller; (1) niece LaShunda Cook-Tennell along with a host of other relatives and friends who will miss him dearly.