Walter Henderson Cook, age 84 of 322 Byrd Street , Eden passed away Monday evening November 7, 2011 at Hospice Home of Rockingham County. Funeral service will be held 11 a.m Friday at St. Lukes Episcopal Church with burial to follow at Roselawn Memorial Gardens. Walter was born March 14, 1927 in Rockingham County to the late Walter N. Cook and Daisy Gilbert Cook. He was a U.S. Army Veteran and a former member of the Tri-City Rescue Squad. He retired from E.I. Dupont and was a bus driver for Rockingham County Schools for more than 20 years where he was known as "Cookie" to all of his student riders. Surviving is his wife, Marie DeHart Cook of the home;son, Walter "Wally" H. Cook, Jr. and wife Karen of Collinsville, Va. ; daughter; Toni C. Troxler and husband Rod of Browns Summit; brothers, Elon Cook and wife Becky of Fayetteville ; Donald Cook and wife Ann of Eden, granddaughters, Jody Waters and husband John , Christy Bruner and husband Michael, Meaghan Smith, Lindsi Troxler and fiance' Wade Forte, Caitlin Troxler and fiance' Jay Smith, Aimee Henderson and husband Brian, great grandchildren, Emily, Caleb, Peyton, Pace and Ella Jane, numerous nieces and nephews. Preceding Walter in death along with his parents was brother Lawrence Cook, sisters, Olivia Aheron and Loretta Washburn. A visitation will be held on Thursday evening 6 til 8 pm at Fair Funeral Home and other times at the home. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Rockingham County, Po Box 281 , Wentworth, NC 27375. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.fairfuneralhome.com
Sending you all our love, thoughts and prayers at this very sad time.
Susan and Bill Pace
My dear Marie, I was so sorry to see that Walter had passed. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. I enjoyed the many years we got to travel together. Walter remined me so much of my father. I know he will be missed by many. My love and prayers are with you. Faye Carter
Faye Carter
My deepest sympathies go to the Cook family at their loss. I did not know Mr. Cook, but his late sister Loretta and I were classmates and fellow graduates in the 1954 graduating class of Tri-City (now Morehead) High School. May God bless you in this time of sorrow.
James Adkins
May you find peace and comfort from Jesus during this difficult time. May he grant you strength in the days ahead. Thoughts and prayers with love, Stephanie and Maya Grace
Stephanie Roberson
Toni and family, please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Doris Rea Melvin
May God wrap His arms around the Cook Family and extend a peace that is beyond understanding.I loved him like a second dad.He will be missed by those who knew him.God Bless Marie Tonie,Wally and the entire family.Skip & Jennie
Skip Blackwell
My prayers and thoughts are with you during this difficult time. Charme Pace
Charme Pace
To Wally and family: Wally, I was so sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. He was a real sweetheart! I always enjoyed your Dad coming by the office to visit; he was so much fun. I know you will miss him greatly. I will be praying for you and your family during this time and in the days ahead. It's really hard to give up a parent, and only God can give you peace and hope that you will see your Dad again one day. Psalm 121. Love to all, Tammy Davis and family (Tommy,Makenzie & Aaron)
Tammy Davis
Marie, We were so sorry to hear that Uncle Hen passed away. Please know that he is in a wonderful place. I hate that we are not able to be there and see everyone but you and the family are in our thoughts today and everyday. We love you all! Renee(Cook), Bobby Williams and Family
Renee Williams
so sorry to hear of yur loss I worked with Mr. Cook through the bus garage, he was a joy to work with! God Bless your family
connie travis
Wally, I was told of your Dad's passing this morning. I want you and your family to know my prayers and thoughts are with you during this difficult time.
Sid Helms
I knew Mr. COok when my last name was Gann. He always had a smile and a kind word when I saw him. He took my school children on many a field trip. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Sally Challender
Cookie was always my favorite driver! He never failed to put smiles on our faces. He will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Becca Jones
Rejoice, he's moved on to a greater place. God will comfort you and your family during this time.
Ed
Cookie drove me to and from many a ball game and we always got home safe and sound. He always had a kind word and a smile. He will truly be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Meredith Jones Cabana
Toni, So sorry about the passing of your father. I remember him as quite a character and fun to be around. I know he will be missed by all his family. Randy
Randy Yates
I am truly sorry to hear of Cook's passing. He drove for my students on many field trips. I also knew him from Smith Mountain Lake. I considered him a friend. God bless your family.
Missy Waldrop
We are so sorry for your loss. Cookie was a wonderful man and a great friend to our daughter during her years of playing sports. Thinking and praying for your family during this difficult time.
Joy and George Conner
I am so sorry for your loss of your husband. I will pray for you and your family. Remember all the good times we shared at the lake.
Carolyn Bowman
Our thoughts & pryers are with you all.
Martin & Nellie Cline
Wally & Karen, I am so sorry to find out about your Dad's death. I know he will be sorely missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Marie Handy
Marie Handy
Marie, Wally & Karen and all the family,we are sorry to hear about Walters passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May god bless each of you. Bill Murphy
Bill Murphy
Marie, I am so sorry to hear of the death of Henderson. I will have you in my prayers
Shirley Bennett
Marie, I was so sorry to hear of Walters passing. Barbara and PeeWee called me from Florida but he had already been buried. We'll miss seeing him at the lake. If there's anything I can do please let me know. God Bless you and your family, Linda
Linda Johnson
I didn't know Cookie was our distant cousin until he was my son's sports event bus driver, but we quickly became fond of him & trusted him for safe travel. He & Warren have taken the best trip of their lives now & we are all blessed to have known both of them. Our sincere condolences to Cookie's family!
Sherry Bell
OUR HEARTS GO OUT TO THE COOK FAMILY AT THIS SAD TIME.WE ALSO KNEW "COOKIE" FROM SPORTS,HE WAS THE DRIVER FOR OUR SON. HE WAS FUNNY & VERY NICE.
Brenda & David Barksdale
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