of Bono, AR
July 1, 1930 - January 29, 2007
George "Cookie" Cook, age 76, of Bono, Arkansas went to be with the Lord on Monday, January 29th, at his residence. Born on July 1, 1930 in Bono, to Albert Columbus "Lum" and Martha Roberts Cook, he was a member of the Washington Avenue Church of Christ, and most of his working career was with Great Southern Coaches; after retirement he moved to Pocahontas, Arkansas. He then opened Mid South Bus Sales and moved back to the Bono area the last two years of his life.
Survivors include his wife, Mildred Cook of the home; daughter Gail Crow and husband Gary Crow of Jonesboro, AR; two sons, Nicky A. Cook and wife, Betty Cook of Shelby Township, MI, and Darrel Cook of Jonesboro; four grandchildren, Jason Crow and wife, Jessica Crow of Pocahontas; Aaron Crow and Glen Cook, both of Jonesboro; Park Cook of Shelby Township, MI; two sisters, Vick Griffin and Ophilia Johnson, both of Jonesboro, and many beloved nieces, nephews and friends.
He also leaves caregivers, Dr.Nixon, Dr. White, Ron Dement and the staff of the second floor of the Northeast Arkansas Hospital.
He was preceded in death by his parents; one son, Kelly Gene Cook; three brothers, Charlie, Jim and Billy Joe Cook; four sisters, Margaret Mitchell, Ila Vinson, Lee Fuller and Arthie Michell.
Active pallbearers will include Joe Peters, Earl Hindrix and grandsons.
Graveside funeral services will be at 11:00 a.m., Friday, February 2, at Herndon Cemetery with Kenneth Gossett officiating.
Visitation will be from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home.
Memorials may be made to Children's Home of Paragould, 5515 Old Walcott Road, Paragould, AR 72450 or your favorite charity.
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12 Condolence(s)
tom costner
Thursday, February 1, 2007
I am sorry for your loss. george was a good friend and he will be missed.
Patsy Gerber
Thursday, February 1, 2007
A time like this is difficult for so many people. May it comfort you to know that there is support with you at all times from friends. Patsy Gerber
Terry Whitley
Thursday, February 1, 2007
Mildred, I have many good memories of the camping,and fishing trips our families shared. George was a good man and I know you, Nick, Gail, Darrel will miss him. God Bless you, Terry Lamb Whitley
Carolyne (Busby) Pillow
Thursday, February 1, 2007
Mildred, You are in my thoughts and prayers. I remember George as being so nice and he was always willing to help anyone who needed help. I know he will be missed.
noel garman
Thursday, February 1, 2007
He was a dear friend and I will miss him. May God bless all his family. With our sincere sympathy. Noel & Kathy
buddy & thelma kisling
Thursday, February 1, 2007
so sorry to hear about your loss.
Burr
Thursday, February 1, 2007
Sorry about your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Barry R.
Thursday, February 1, 2007
Darrel, Gail, and Aaron sorry about the loss of your Father/Grandfather.
donelda johnson
Wednesday, January 31, 2007
Mildred. I am sorry to hear od George's death. I know he has had a long battle. I wish for you the best.
Brenda (Whitley) Mitchell
Wednesday, January 31, 2007
May God bless you with His peace and comfort during this time of sadness. When I think of Mr. Cook I will always remember his smile. The whole room would light up. My life has been richer because of him. Brenda
LAURA
Wednesday, January 31, 2007
WE WILL GREATLY MISS HIM. HE ALWAYS HAD A SMILE ON HIS FACE. HE IS IN A MUCH BETTER PLACE AND ISN'T SUFFERING ANYMORE. HE FOUGHT A BIG BATTLE BUT HE WAS TIRED. YOUR FAMILY OUR IN OUR PRAYERS.
Charlotte J Watts
Wednesday, January 31, 2007
Gail, I am so sorry for your loss, I know what your going thru, I know you dad was a wonderful man and he'll be missed by many , many friends and family. Just believe this, he is in a much better place than we are. God loves you and will comfort you in you time of mourning. I love and miss you so much Charlotte