Corry Cookingham

Corry Carl Cookingham, age 64, went to be with his Lord Friday, February 18, 2022. Corry was preceded in death by his parents Corry and Jan Cookingham and twin grandsons Elijah and Noah Cookingham. He will be remembered by his wife of 36 years, Patti (Gage); children Amanda Cookingham, Calley (Dan) Cookingham, Joseph (Aleisha) Cookingham, Tyler (Jammie) Cookingham; grandchildren Giovani, Roman, Carmine, Joseph Jr., Lola, Ayra, Bentley, and Benjamin; siblings Sue Mansfield, Craig Cookingham, Curt (Laura) Cookingham; many nieces, nephews, and friends.

Corry was a loving husband, father, and proudest Pa. Corry served his country proudly in the US Navy from 1974 to 1981. He then went on to work as a maintenance mechanic. When not working, Corry loved to camp and fish with his family, tend to his gardens, and soak up the sunshine whenever it was out. Corry was a fixer of all things; he liked the challenge of working on a project and working with his hands. After retiring, Corry spent his free time as a doting Pa. He would do anything for his grandchildren, from wearing princess crowns to taking selfies; his grandchildren were one of his proudest accomplishments in life.

Visitation with friends and family will take place from 6-8 p.m. Tuesday, February 22, 2022 at Cook Funeral Home, 2067 84th St. SW, Byron Center, MI 49315. A Funeral Mass will commence 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, February 23, 2022 at St. Sebastian Catholic Church, 9408 Wilson Ave. SW, Byron Center, MI 49315. Visitation will take place one hour prior to Mass. In honor of Corry and in lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Gift of Life. Interment will be at St. Sebastian Cemetery. The family welcomes memories and messages in their guest book online at www.cookcaresbyron.com.