Joe Cook

Joseph William Cook, age 57, of Ithaca, died peacefully, with his family and close friends by his side, at Mid Michigan Medical Center in Midland, on Monday, December 7, 2015.

Joe was born on May 31, 1958, the son of Herbert Gerald “Cookie” and Delores Eleanor (LaCross) Cook.  Joe graduated from Ithaca High School in 1976 where he held several sports records.  After High school he went to work for Aircraft Precision in Ithaca, and has been with them 38 years.  Joe was very social and loved people, hosting parties to watch sporting events, and inviting family and co-workers up to the family cabin at Harrison to enjoy reunions and get togethers.  He enjoyed buying, selling, and collecting sports cards.  Joe also traveled to numerous sports cards events and had his picture taken with different sports figures, like Willie Horton and Dave Rozema.

Joe is survived by his sister-in-law, Cheryl Cook, of Ithaca; his nephews, Nathan (Jessica) Cook of Louisiana, Ryan Cook of Harrison, and Blake Cook of Jackson Lake, TX; and several aunts, uncles, and cousins.  He was preceded in death by his parents, Cookie and Dee; his brother, Lynn; and his sister, Rebecca.

Funeral services will be 2:30 Friday, December 11, at the Ithaca Church of God, with Pastor Ried Martin officiating.  Interment will follow in Ithaca Cemetery.  Visitation will be 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Thursday, at the Barden Funeral Home in Ithaca.  Memorial contributions may be made to the Ithaca Church of God.  Online condolences may be left at bardenfuneralhome.com.

Comments

[Keith & Linda Wyeth]

So sorry to hear of the death of Joe. Cheryl may God give you an extra portion of His love and peace during this difficult time

[Dawn Harkness Peterson]

Cheryl and boys
My deepest sympathy to you. Joe was a great cousin. He was always smiling no matter what. We had many good times playing on Ithaca St with all the other cousins. He will be deeply missed by all that he touched and loved. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. May you RIP in Joe
Love

[Trent & Michelle Reynolds]

Joe was a great man there to help when needed and was the life of the party. He will be greatly missed but the Cook Family is cebrating Joe's Homecoming. God Bless you Cheryl and boys.

[Ryan Reynolds]

RIP Joe. U will be missed

[Kristie Jackson]

I am so sorry for this loss of a truly wonderful man. I will definitely miss seeing him everyday and laughing at all his crazy stories. He could put a smile on your face no matter what kind of mood you were in. You will always be my office buddy Joeand will forever hold a place close to my heart.

[Wayne & Mel LaCross]

What an "Awsome Man" He will be missed greatly......it was such a shock to hear of his passing! Thoughts and Prayers goes out to the family!

[tom & Kathy Howes kanitz]

So sorry to hear of another Cook family member's death. Always enjoyed Cookie & Dee, Lyn was a classmate, Becky, an upper class man who was fun & loved by so many, & now Joe at a young age. Our sympathy to the Cook family.

[Julie Smith]

Joe will be missed by all who knew him , he was a wonderful guy!! Gone way too soon ! RIP Joe !

[Brad Deck]

Joe will be very much missed, he was one of the good guys who always went well above and beyond for anybody.

[Brenda]

Joe was my first, great cousin. He would always give me a kiss and hug and tell everyone we were "kiss in cousins". Becky, Lynn and Joe were very close to my family. We were always there for each other. Joe you will be soooo missed. However you r in a better place. Love u cuz

[Randy Stratton]

So sorry to hear of Joe's passing, I used to work with him years ago and he was just a great guy. My thoughts and prayers are with the Cook family in this tough time. Randy Stratton