George's school years were spent in Warrensburg and Rich Hill, MO. In 1951 at the age of 17 he enlisted in the U.S. Navy during the Korean War, where he spent time aboard the USS Okanogan (APA-220) as a
Deck Foreman 2nd division. He was separated from his service in the Navy on March 14th, 1955.
After his time in the Navy, he married Melvina J Cook on August 19,1955. They had the opportunity to spend 63 years together before her passing in 2018.
He worked as a small engine repairman to support his family, retiring from Antoines Seed Co. in Independence, Mo in 1997. He was a member of VFW Post 1894 in Clinton, Mo. and Disabled American Veterans Chapter #2.
George was a man of few words, but a good listener willing to sit and listen to anyone at any time. Taking a drive in the country and finding a new place for fishing has always been one of his go to activities. In his later years friends and family would make time for an outing of a country drive to find a new fishing hole. It always brought a smile to his face when he was able to visit with his grandkids, great grandkids and
great- great grandkids. Even if he just sat and watched the run around.
He is survived by his children: David (Gail) Cook, Richard Cook, Brenda (Steve) Robinson and Gary (Ruth) Cook. He was blessed with 6 grandchildren: Jason (Beth) Cook, Abby Robinson, Sam (Rachel) Robinson, Stephanie Hayes, Monica (Matt) Hutfles and Cameron (Brook Terry) Cook. Along with 13 great grandchildren: Eric (Michaela) Cook, Evan Cook, Nolan Cook, Ethan Cook, Emma Cook, Landon Green, Chevy Burnett, Rachael Hutfles and Bailey Hutfles, Bruce Hayes, Abraham Robinson (Abe), Luke Robinson and Waylon Cook. And 1 great-great grandchild: Kyle Cook
Services will be held at Newcomer's Noland Road Chapel, 509 S. Noland Rd., Independence, MO.
Visitation will be held on Friday, July 25th at 10:00 AM funeral service to follow at 11:00 AM. A committal service will follow at Mound Grove Cemetery, 1818 N. River Blvd., Independence, MO.
