Funeral services for Harris County Deputy John Coddou who was killed helping at a crash on Grand Parkway

A Celebration of life was held Wednesday for Harris County Deputy John Coddou III.

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Coddou was hit and killed on the Grand Parkway, on April 23 while he was assisting at the scene of a minor crash.

He was hit by a truck and according to investigators, the driver had been talking on his phone, hands-free.

They say the driver hit Coddou when they swerved to avoid crashing into his vehicle.

Coddou was flown to Memorial Hermann Hospital where he died from his injuries.

The 20-year veteran of the department was also a veteran of the U.S. Army.

Coddou is survived by his wife and mother.

After funeral services, Coddou will be laid to rest during a graveside service at Forest Park Southwest Cemetery along FM 395 in Richmond.