of Conway, AR
March 1, 1964 - June 7, 2012
Danny Ray Cook, 48, of Conway, died Thursday, June 7, 2012 in Daytona Beach, Florida. He was born Sunday, March 1, 1964 in Texarkana, Texas to Sam and Marilyn Cranford Cook. He was united in marriage on September 7, 1991 to Karla Woods Cook.
Danny graduated from then University of Arkansas with a Bachelor's of Science degree. Danny was the owner of Unishippers of Northern Arkansas and Oklahoma and Cook Rental Properties. Danny owned several other businesses in his twenty-one years in Conway and considered Conway as his adopted home. Danny developed several commercial properties in Conway including Cassidy Plaza on Hogan Lane and Carson Cove on Prince Street. Danny was an officer of the Unified Franchisee Advisory board for Unishippers Inc. Danny was a tireless volunteer serving both communities in Arkansas and Texas with the Jaycees. Danny was the founding board member of Big Brothers/Big Sisters of North Central Arkansas. Danny enjoyed coaching the Farm Bureau Steelers Pee Wee football team for seven years. Danny was a faithful and supportive member of Conway Kiwanis.
Danny enjoyed all types of sports, football, baseball, soccer, but no professional or college team sent him to his feet like seeing his son, Carson or Daughter, Cassidy playing their sports on a field in front of him. Danny made many trips out of state and in state to watch his children compete in sports while suffering from a constant pain of his numerous surgeries
Danny was preceded in death by his grandparents, Milton and Mary Cranford and Benjamin and Myrtle Cook.
Danny is survived by his wife Karla Cook; son, Carson Cook, seventeen; daughter, Cassidy Cook, fourteen' mother Marilyn Cook; father, Sam Cook; sister, Tina Megason Schoonover; brothers, Neil and Steven Cook; and a host of nieces and nephews.
Danny has a host of friends who faithfully prayed for him and his family. These friends and family witnessed firsthand the courage and determination Danny relentlessly exhibited over his thirteen years of battle with his health and multiple surgeries. It was our Lord's provision and inexpressible blessing when Danny had Dr. Bruce Ramshaw and his assistant, Brandie Forman join him in his long physical battle that ended with nothing short of a battle well fought on June 6, 2012. Their medical expertise and Christian beliefs added seven more years to his life.
There are few who will ever know the love of a friend, like Ray Holman. Danny treasured Ray's friendship and they shared a brotherly sacrificial love that exemplified ''No greater love than to lay down your life for another''.
Funeral services will be 10:00 am, Tuesday, June 12, 2012 at The Church Alive. Interment will follow in Crestlawn Memorial Park under the direction of Roller-McNutt Funeral Home of Conway (501)327-7727. Visitation will be Monday, June 11, 2012, 6:00-8:00 pm at the church.
Pallbearers are, Ray Holman, David Kinley, Blaine LaRue, David Hawks, Mac McCullough, Ron Hill, Wayne Larue and Bryan Adams. Honorary pallbearers are, J. Mark Ware, Randy Standly, Leo Reddoch, Terry Cradduck, Willie Armstead, Joe Nichols, Jr.,and Rusty Cranford.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Big Brothers/Big Sisters of North Central Arkansas, P.O. Box 153, Conway, AR 72033 or The Church Alive, P.O. Box 1083, Conway, AR 72033.
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46 Condolence(s)
Lynn Keith
Tuesday, June 19, 2012
Dearest Karla, Carson, and Cassidy,
There are no words to truly express how much you are in my prayers and thoughts after losing your precious husband and Daddy. I knew him before and after he got sick but I always loved him to tease me and he did all the time! Giving me a hard time with that twinkle in his eye I realized what a big softie even though he tried not to be all the time! He loved to boss not only me but everyone from his lawn chair at Toad Suck or have us waiting on him hand and foot! He would bluster about but knowing how much he loved his family (all of them) but especially you three made him even more lovable! I also loved when he would try to run over you in one of his new fancy cars...laughing all the way and then turning around and coming back to give you a compliment and boss you too!
I lost my breath when I heard the news, even though I know how he suffered and thankful he no longer does. I do have a vision of him sitting at a poker table with Carter, Lanny, along with Frank Sinatra, & all of the "Brat Pack" playing big hands and loving it when he wins! Not many people saw the sweet side of him but he was and the times I talked to him when he was sick or having problems he never complained, he was just worried about you all.
And Karla that man LOVED you more than life itself, just the way he looked at you made my heart swell as I hoped someday I would have someone look at me that way. You will always know that you were loved more than words can express. And you are the strongest woman I know having had to live with his illness too for 13 years. But you did it with grace and love for the man who adored you. I did get my wish and was loved completely but unfortunately I lost him way too soon but we did have that wonderful special time. And being the football fanatics and players both Danny and John were I know they have met and are playing games in heaven every day and being the stars of each one!
I am so thankful for the friendship I have had with your family and I remember meeting you Karla for the first time as it was about a month before Cassidy was born! I do love all of you and my heart hurts for you all and for everyone who loved him. I too am selfish as I miss him too and my prayers are with all of you. I know God is watching over you every day and will be there to help you through this extremely rough time, and remember some days you just have to smiile through the tears. I know we can't be too dramatic because Danny is watching and bossing us to remember that he is in the better place and is waiting patiently for all those he loves. And I am not about to let him catch me whining...he would never let me live it down! Love to you all...Lynn
Tommy and Mary Crawford
Thursday, June 14, 2012
Karla,
You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. We are so sorry for your loss.
Tommy and Mary Crawford
Sheryl Oaks
Wednesday, June 13, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers go out to your family. May God be with you during this difficult time.
Sheryl and River Oaks
Christy Clark
Wednesday, June 13, 2012
Karla, Carson, and Cassidy: My sincerest condolences for your loss. Danny was such a joy and he was so proud of his family. He will be missed. Our prayers are with you during this time.
Justin Partee
Wednesday, June 13, 2012
To Karla, Carson and Cassidy,
I am so very sorry for your loss. Danny was a great man to so many people. Because of Danny, I gained a greater understanding of the business World with my first real job out of college. Danny giving me a chance to be successful, is something I will never forget. I am happy to say that I knew Danny on more than a business level and considered him a friend. I am glad that I was able to see him and let him meet my son the last time we were in Conway. Please know that Danny will always be looking down with that great smile and laugh. Take care and keep God first.
God Bless,
Justin Partee
Rebecca Lawrence Kelley
Tuesday, June 12, 2012
Karla
I am so sorry for your loss. You can tell by the video Danny lived life to it's fullest and that he loved you and the kids. As I read several of the post I could also see he was a man of God and that will give you comfort and strength. It seems just a while back we were all kids at Ellen Smith playing on the playground and not a care in the world. Boy how life changes. I will be praying for you all in the days to come.
igou bill,anita,hannah
Tuesday, June 12, 2012
we are so sorry for your loss, although you will be reunited for eternity! our prayers are for strength, comfort, courage,and peace as you continue your walk here on earth.
Kathy Hamlett
Tuesday, June 12, 2012
Our thoughts & prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Howard, Kathy, Bradley & Bailey
Laura Hoffman
Tuesday, June 12, 2012
Danny, ..It's so hard to believe the news, can't believe that you are really gone. You fought so hard, for so long, and I know the battle made you weary. Thank you for being such a great friend, mentor, and role model to me. May the Lord wrap your family in his arms and comfort them, as we lift them up in prayer. May those prayers be coveted. Heaven gained another angel...but our hearts will always be saddened by the lost. Take care, my dear friend, the pain and scars are cleansed away.
Don and Jolinda Rehak
Tuesday, June 12, 2012
You have fought the good fight old friend. Rest in peace now. Karla, Our prayers go out to you and may God bless your family in this time of greatest need. Don and Jo Rehak.
Mitzie Hendrix
Tuesday, June 12, 2012
Karla: I've often thought of you and your family since I moved from Conway. I've asked friends often how you all are doing. I was saddened to hear of Danny's passing and my heart breaks for you and the children. You all are in my thoughts and prayers! I could not be there to celebrate his Home-going today but my heart is there. May God keep you all during this difficult time and His peace fill your hearts in the days to come and always!
Love,
Mitzie
Donnie Burrows
Tuesday, June 12, 2012
Karla,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and the children during this time..May God give you comfort and peace
Angela Starr
Monday, June 11, 2012
With deepest sympathy to the Cook family. It has been years since we have crossed paths. May God be with you through this difficult time. This news weighed heavy on my heart. I worked at Conway Primary Care many years ago. I could never say how kind Danny and Karla were to me. I know he will be missed.
Bryan and Janice Orrell
Monday, June 11, 2012
Thoughts and prayers for you.
The Westerman Family
Monday, June 11, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers are with your sweet family at this difficult time.
James, Tammy and Kory
Robert Massery Family
Monday, June 11, 2012
Karla, Carson & Cassidy,
We are thinking of you at this difficult time. You are in our prayers.
Robert, Anna & Sam
Anne Tucker
Monday, June 11, 2012
Karla, Carson & Cass,
I am so sorry that Danny lost the battle that he fought so valiantly. I know you all will miss him terribly but know that he's no longer in pain and will be waiting patiently for you all and schmoozing away in heaven. He will have made a ton more friends by the time you get there! My prayers are with you that God gives you the strength to withstand this terrible time.
James Berry
Monday, June 11, 2012
Karla and Family, Sorry to hear of Danny's passing. May God comfort you in this time of sorrow. Our prayers are with your family.
Tom Thornton
Monday, June 11, 2012
Larry and I were very sorry to hear about Danny.I know that he had a tough time the last few years. I will pray for you and your family to get through this trying time.
Tom Thornton
Pam McCarley Lawrence
Monday, June 11, 2012
Dear Karla,
What a battle~ Danny was truly blessed to have you beside him. The phrase: " There are no words to express..." is really the only one that i can honestly say. Praying for you and the family.
Pam
Michael Christopher Megason
Monday, June 11, 2012
Dear Karla, Carson, Cassidy and other family,
you will be in my thoughts and prayers. Please feel free to reach out to me if I can offer any support. Telephone 775-657-8076, Mailing address: PO BOX 40808, Reno, NV 89504
Erica Norris Sorrells
Monday, June 11, 2012
Thanks for trusting me enough to drive your car when I was only 18 years old. Thanks for being a father-like figure to me and for the support in helping me spread my wings in the business world. Thank you for opening up your home and family to me and for the opportunity to travel on vacation with you guys. Thank you for believing in me.
I have only the best of memories, thanks to you, Karla, Carson & Cass.
Rest in peace, Dear Friend. We'll see you on the other side.
Steve Mobbs
Monday, June 11, 2012
To The Family: My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time.
Angie Porter
Monday, June 11, 2012
Karla, Carson & Cassidy,
As I write this note, I remember Danny always in the summer time of baseball. Danny was always there to watch Carson & Cassidy, if he felt good or felt bad. He supported the teams in more than one way.
He always lead prayer with the Outlaw team before they hit the field, & that is a memory for all.
Your support for our family during illness, no words can express how that’s make a family feel.
He will met another team member as he enter the wide open field, and may they cheer together.
Ours hearts reach out to you and our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. God Bless!!
Angie Porter
Helen, Tyler & Mekayla Stricklin
Cindi McMullin Runnels
Monday, June 11, 2012
My sweet Karla,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your precious children.
Many, many, many found memories of such an amazing man. I do remember back in the Jaycees Days when he met you! Love at first sight! He was estatic and continued that love with you forever.
My love to you all.
Cindi McMullin Runnels
Friends with Danny through The Nichols Family and Arlington, Jaycees
The Reynolds' Family
Monday, June 11, 2012
We are so sad to hear about Danny - Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. We know this is a difficult time for all of you - please let us now if we can help in anyway. I am overseas and will not be able to attend today but please know that our hearts are with you.
Conrad & Rufiya
Bob & Argie McCarley Davis
Sunday, June 10, 2012
Karla we're so sorry about Danny. Our prayers will be with you and our family. we're out of town and won't be able to be at the services.
Pat Jablonski
Sunday, June 10, 2012
Dear Karla and family,
So sorry to read of Danny's death. I will always remember when we had a snow storm in Conway and Danny came by to pick the sled I had; then seeing the photos of him pulling the kids around. They seemed to have so much fun!
You will all be in my thoughts and prayers!
Brenda Ramsey
Sunday, June 10, 2012
Karla, Carson and Cassidy I am so sorry for your loss. My prayer is that you can feel God's arms around you during your time of sorrow. I pray for strength, and peace. God bless you.
Ben Cook
Sunday, June 10, 2012
I know you are in a place where there is no more pain.I hold many good memorys of you and think of you often.say hi to Q for me.I will see you both on the other side real soon.
Ben Cook
Beverly McKenzie
Sunday, June 10, 2012
Dear Karla, Carson and Cassidy,
My prayers are with you and have been for a long time. Carson and Cassidy I have been thinking about the times you visited and how polite and respectful you always were. Cassidy, do you remember the time you helped me make a chocolate pie ? I know you are a good cook by now. Treasure your memories and stay strong. I may not be there in person, but my thoughts and prayers are with all of you. God will lift you up on angel wings and bear you on the breath of dawn.
Ms. Beverly (Beverly McKenzie)
The Russell Family
Sunday, June 10, 2012
Praying for peace of heart and mind for all of you. We have been remembering fun times with Danny at the ballpark. Very sorry for this loss. Danny will be missed.
Vickey kirkemier
Sunday, June 10, 2012
We love you all and are praying for you at this difficult time. We are so thankful for our friendship and memories.
Marion Durham
Sunday, June 10, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time.
Marion Durham
Bobby Durham
Connie Helmich
Sunday, June 10, 2012
Prayers lifted for you all.
Mary Stovall
Sunday, June 10, 2012
Dear Karla,Carson, and Cassidy my heart goes out to you. I believe Danny was a good man, husband and father. I don't know if you even remember me but I'm saying prayers for you anyway.
Ann Peters
Sunday, June 10, 2012
Karla,
David and I are thinking of you and your family at this difficult time. Cling to your wonderful memories.
Sincerely, Ann and David Peters
patty coppock
Sunday, June 10, 2012
Dear Cook Family:
Karla in the time I had with you and Danny and family, you could feel the love that meshed you all together. Love, God and belief. You all were tireless in your efforts to do for others. You are in my heart, my prayers and my thoughts. Love, Patty Coppock
Tracey Dean Franks
Sunday, June 10, 2012
Oh Sweet Danny...I've thought of you often and asked Rusty, my brutha from anutha mutha, how you were doing. I would have loved to have known your wife Karla and seen with your wonderful children. I know you were a super dad. My daughter Emily (forever 7) is in Heaven for 4 1/2 years now. You were always drawn to a pretty smile & she to a mischievous one. I can imagine her blinging out your angel wings with her Heavenly Bedazzler. Please allow her that joy, Sweet Danny & promise her I'll see you all again. Hug my baby. You always gave great big bear hugs. Your family has lost a wonderful person. I'm just proud to have known you in high school & college. Love you, my friend. Special condolences to your wife & children.
Paula Park Allen
Sunday, June 10, 2012
Karla, I just read in the paper about Danny my heart breaks for you. Even thought I haven't seen you since AMC days, I remember when you found your true love. While I don't know what was wrong with Danny, it sounds like you all have been through a lot of pain and suffering. I just want to let you know that you are in my prayers during this most difficult time. May the angels above wrap their tender arms around you and give you some sort of peace I am praying for you
Rusty Cranford
Saturday, June 9, 2012
"For Once In Your Life If your Lucky", you too have been bless by my cousin "who is my brother", Danny Cook. I still remember the first words you said to Karla, on the first day you ever met her. I quote you on this part of the conversation; She is the one bubba, I told you good luck on that, after the way you introduce yourself. Once again, you did what you said, you was going to do. I told you once, for these are the times to remember, for they will not last forever. I am sure now, I was wrong about that with you. We have always believed, each and every one will live a legacy behind, one to be forgotten forever in a day or one to be remembered forever and always. I know from our child hood you was a dreamer and you "my bubba" lived your dream. Your Legacy will always be remembered; the love for your family, your faith, your friendship, your will to live life and enjoy it everyday. You were always a proud father and husband to your Cassidy, your Carson and your Karla. I know Karla is proud to call you her husband, your children is proud to call you daddy, your siblings are proud to call you brother, your in-laws is proud to call you their son-in-law and your parents are proud to call you son. I will not weep about this any longer, because I know you Danny Ray, you would say; you would probably scream for a few; then you may say; bubba I will see you in Heaven and I will know your name when you get there. I love you and will keep you in my heart forever, Rusty.
Carol McGrath
Saturday, June 9, 2012
Danny gave real meaning to the word of God about fighting the good fight and running the race set before him. You can know by the look in someone's eye and the smile on their face especially when they talk about their wife and children like Danny liked to do, that Danny loved his family. I believe he fought to stay here with his family more for them than for himself. Danny reflected the patience of Job because he never crused God or blamed God for his pain. I received the blessing of personally witnessing one miracle after another in Danny's long battle with his health. Danny didn't loose the battle or the war. He fought the good fight and had his wife Karla, children, Carson and Cassidy and many friends at his side in the trenches with him. I loved how Danny had a natural instinct to want to defend someone who was being taken advantage of or defensless. I had the privilage of getting to know Danny's close friend Ray and see something few people will ever see in this day in time. Ray was a friend that exemplified when someone lays down their life for another. I witnessed faithfulness in this family. Here's to you Karla, it's not in the hymnals but I just though of the country song "Stand by your man" and you so did that over and over again. Danny gave me the song "Live life like you are dying" by Tim McGraw. That was so like Danny as I know he valued his life with as many times as he faced death his days here grew ever priceless. Danny learned what held true value in life and he took it with him. They say "you can't take it with you" but Danny did! He took with him the love he had for his Lord and his family. Till we meet again.
In the 100% Love and Glory of our Blessed Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, Carol
Kevin and Tonya Mitchell Moux
Saturday, June 9, 2012
We are so sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Kevin, Tonya, Garrett and Sawyer Moix
Jan Mallett
Saturday, June 9, 2012
I will never forget all the times Danny would visit with me while painting. You know how much your family means to me and I will miss Danny alot ( especially his teasing with me) Love to All of You, Jan
Ron and Karen Matthews
Saturday, June 9, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time.
Patricia Goodwin
Saturday, June 9, 2012
Of course I did not know Danny but I read his obituary and wanted to express my thoughts to his young family. I know you have lost a great father but you will be with him again some day. I was born in Osceola, Arkansas and have relatives still there and have been to Conway many times. Arkansas is still my home, in my heart, although it is nearly 73 years since I left there. May God bless all of you.