Born in Halifax County on October 17, 1941, he was the son of the late Carson Cook and Bessie Fears Cook. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers, Leroy Cook and Glenn Cook.
He is survived by his devoted wife of 50 years, Carol Cook; six children, William Oliver and wife Tammy, Tammy Manzanales and husband Arturo, Theresa Towler, Michael Oliver and wife Melony, Ann Cash, and Rhonda Rankin and husband Kelly; two brothers, James Cook and wife Sandy and Carrol Cook and wife Judy; one sister, Patricia Morton; 13 grandchildren; 46 great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren.
Aubrey retired from BWXT, formerly Babcock & Wilcox, after 35 years of dedicated service. He loved fishing, especially spending time along the Staunton River, where he found both peace and joy. Throughout the community, Aubrey was known as the man who could fix anything. From lawnmowers to just about any mechanical problem brought his way, friends and neighbors knew they could always count on him. His willingness to help others and his remarkable talent for repairing things made him a familiar and respected figure to many.
Above all, Aubrey was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather whose family meant everything to him. He will be remembered for his hard work, generous heart, and the love he shared with those around him.
A service celebrating his life and faith will be conducted at 12:00 Noon Friday at Whitten Timberlake Chapel with Pastor Rick Rasberry officiating. Interment will follow in Spring Hill Cemetery.
The family will receive friends for one hour prior to the service.
Those wishing to make memorial contributions are asked to consider the American Heart Association, www.heart.org.
