Ray Cook

1930 - 2017

Ray Cook obituary, 1930-2017, Hot Springs, AR

BORN

1930

DIED

2017

FUNERAL HOME

Gross Funeral Home

120 WRIGHTS ST

Hot Springs, Arkansas

Ray Cook Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Mar. 20, 2017.

Ray G. Cook, 87, of Hot Springs died Saturday, March 18, 2017 at his home.



Born March 12, 1930 to the late Curtis and Elsie Cook, he retired from General Motors, served in U.S. Navy on the U.S.S. New Jersey, and was a member of the Masonic Lodge.



On August 27, 1949, Ray married Vivian L. Spencer. She preceded him in death. He was also predeceased by a sister, Betty Robinson and a granddaughter, Ericka Cook.



He is survived by four children; Michael R. Cook (Cindi) of Oaklawn, California; David Cook (Karla) of Bedford, Indiana; Pamela Cook of Columbus, Indiana; Ron Cook (Christie) of Bedford, Indiana; eight grandchildren, nine great grandchildren, sister Marsha Pearson of Hot Springs, Arkansas, and a brother James Cook of Plano, Texas.



A Celebration of Ray’s Life will be held 11:00 a.m. today at Gross Funeral Home with Bro. Darryl Creasy officiating with a visitation starting at 10:00 a.m.



Burial will be at Dive Cemetery in Bedford, Indiana.

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March 21, 2017

Teresa Spinks

What great pictures and memories. Prayers for all.

March 21, 2017

Donna McIntyre

Sorry for your loss Marsha and Jason. Sending love and prayers your way.

March 21, 2017

Mary Lee

Ray was a wonderful friend and neighbor to my parents for many years. I am so sorry for your loss, he will be missed.

March 20, 2017

Sorry for loss of dear father and send love to family.
Shirley Sparks

March 20, 2017

Paula Bettis

So sorry to learn of the passing of Mr. Cook. He has been an awesome neighbor for many years. We were out of town and just found out. Please accept our condolences! Brian and Paula Bettis

March 20, 2017

May God's loving kindness and comfort help you and your family through this very sad time Psalms 29:11

March 20, 2017

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