John "Jack" Coker
(May 10, 1789-Jan. 4, 1861)

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Marker Text: ​Came from South Carolina to Texas in 1834. Served in Battle of San Jacinto in Texas War for Independence, 1836. Was one of a party with "Deaf" Smith that destroyed Vince's Bridge near Pasadena. This deed may have kept Santa Anna's army from retreat or reinforcement, thus insuring Texas victory.
​      In recognition, the Legislature of Texas awarded to Coker 1,920 acres, where he and his brother Joseph founded Coker community. (1968)

Marker No: 935

Grave Marker

Geographic: 29.555313, -98.493729

Location: Coker Cemetery, 231 East North Loop Road, San Antonio