It is with great sadness that the family of Alan Joseph Cole announces his passing on Sunday, February 15, 2026, at the age of 63.

Alan was born on April 29, 1962, in Amarillo, TX. He became a member of Joseph Bryant Cole's family on April 15, 1965. He maintained strong connections to his parents, brothers and sister, nieces and nephews throughout his life.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Joe and Irene Cole, and his brother, Mike Cole.
He is survived by his wife, Remy Cole, step-daughter, Rose DeWeese, his sister, Carol O'Daniel, her husband Larry, brother Joseph Cole, and partner, Maria, nephews Lee O'Daniel and Lance O'Daniel, nieces Jessica Armstrong, Amber Cole, Isabella Black, Jodi Cole, and Sydney Cole, along with numerous cousins.

Alan enjoyed a lifetime of music, rodeo, and football. At a young age he showed an interest in rodeo, riding steers and saddle broncs. His love of rodeo never died. He enjoyed listening to rock, blues, and country-western music. He was a loyal Kansas City Chiefs fan.

Alan spent many hours riding Harley-Davidson Motorcycles, and collecting Harley t-shirts. For 30 years Alan was a valued employee of the trucking industry.

Later in life, Alan was fortunate to reunite with his teen sweetheart, Remy. What a sweet full-circle moment: after many years apart, fate brought them back together. Their rekindled connection blossomed into marriage, giving Alan a second chance at that deep, youthful love while adding companionship, laughter, and shared memories to his later years.

Alan clearly lived with enthusiasm and loyalty - from his early days riding steers and saddle broncs (showing real grit in the rough-and-tumble world of rodeo, to never losing that spark for the sport throughout his life. His love of blues and country music paired perfectly with those dusty arenas and long rides.

As a die-hard Kansas City Chiefs fan he rode the highs of the recent Super Bowl wins, and stuck through the tougher seasons with true fan devotion.

And all of those hours on his Harley, building a huge collection of Harley shirts and gear? That's the mark of someone who embraced freedom, the wind in his face, and the brotherhood of the road. It's easy to picture him cruising backroads and enjoying time on his bike.

Alan was a larger than life character, who lived authentically, and left a trail of good stories. Rest in peace, Alan - may the ride be smooth, the music play on, and the buckles shine.