Mr. Cook worked as an aerospace engineer. He was a member of Donelson Heights United Methodist Church for 55 years, where he sang bass in the choir the entire time. He also enjoyed singing in many theatrical productions produced on by the church.
He is survived by Janet Cook, his loving wife of sixty four and one half years; children Mike (Terri) Cook and Carol (Kim) McDonough; five grandchildren, Brian Cook, Kevin Cook, Erin (Matthew) Clements, Amanda (Tommy) Rayford, Michael McDonough; great grandchildren Devin Cook and Tommy Rayford III; many nieces, nephews, a large extended famil,y and many special friends.
Mr. Cook is preceded in death by his parents, Orval Ray and Anne Elizabeth Cook; and sister, JoAnn Clark.
There will be a graveside gathering of family & friends Tuesday, March 16, 2021, from 9:30-11:00 am at Hermitage Memorial Gardens in the Garden of Peace. The graveside service will begin at 11:00 am, also at Hermitage Memorial Gardens.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Donelson Heights UMC, your church, or the charity of your choice.