Clifton Cook
Marshalltown
Clifton Cook, 76, passed away peacefully November 27, 2012 at Marshalltown Medical in Marshalltown, Iowa. Cliff was born June 22, 1936.
He enjoyed taking all his family fishing at his aunt's lodge in Northern Minnesota on Pokegama Lake, where lasting family memories were made every year in August.
He was an avid Hawkeye fan, enjoyed bingo, puzzles and going to the casino.
He was patient and kind, a friend to everyone who knew him. He worked for Armstrong Tire and Rubber for thirty years. He also served in the army in Korea.
Cliff met Bonnie Reed in 1998. They married on April 5, 2007 in Marshalltown where they resided.
Cliff is survived by his wife Bonnie; his children, Sheryl Wright, Wanda (Sam) Blair, Cliff Cook, Jr. and her children; Ronda Matherly, Melissa (Brad) Carl, Bryan (Heather) Matherly; close friends, Tommy Martindale, Jr. and Babs Johnson; nine grandchildren; fifteen great grandchildren; his sister Sally Lentz; loving nieces, nephews and friends.
He was preceded in death by his first wife of 35 years Sandra Cook and infant son Jeff and infant daughter Angel, his parents Floyd and Sarah Cook, sisters Marilyn, Barbara, Nancy and brother Herb.
Visitation will be 12 to 2 p.m. on Friday, November 30, 2012 at Hamilton's Southtown Funeral Home with the funeral service following at 2 p.m.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
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To Sheryl, Wanda, and Cliffy (thats how I remember you), you are forever in our thoughts and prayers. Your wonderful Father was always so gentle and kind to Danny, Randy, Lori, and I(who can forget all of those pops he bought for us at Nine Mile). My Mom (Sally) has lost a truly remarkable and loving Brother and loves him very much. Gods Peace, Love, and Blessings be with all of you during this time of sorrow and always.
Love Floyd E. Lentz, Hermantown MN ([email protected])
December 1, 2012
Uncle Harpo,
The sorrow felt from you not being here, is eased with the thought that there were so many loved ones to greet you in Heaven.
Love,
Susan
Susan Cook Willard
November 30, 2012
Sheryl -
I am so sorry for your loss. I can't image what your going through. My thoughts and prays are with you and your family. I am always here if you need anything.
Jen Connett
November 29, 2012
you were very special to dad thoughts and prayers are with your family.
saundra christopherson
November 29, 2012
Uncle Harpo you were always in my thoughts and prayers! God bless on your next journey.
Sharon Cook Mittag
November 29, 2012
Dad your love and memory will stay with me always!!
Sheryl Wright
November 29, 2012
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