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2020
Eugene Cook Obituary
Fayetteville—It is with deep sorrow and much love that we mourn the passing of Eugene "Gene" Cook, of Fayetteville, North Carolina on September 18, 2020, at the age of 66. Gene was born in Georgia on March 25, 1954 to a large and loving family. He served 3 years in the U.S. Army, married his beautiful wife and settled in Fayetteville.
He is preceded in death by his father Samuel; mother, Mattie Elma; brother, Jimmy; and sisters, Elouise, Debbie, Geraldine.
He will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 44 years, Gail Cook; son, Kevin Cook and wife Christa; daughter, Kimberly Dover and husband Troy; grandchildren, Oliver, Sawyer, Zachary, Hunter, Logan, Leeah, and Kadence; brothers, James, Erman, Bobby, Johnny, Samuel Jr., and Freddy; sisters, Louise and Mary; and a whole host of other family and friends.
Gene loved the Lord first and foremost. He invited everyone he came into contact with to church and prayed constantly for everyone he knew. His last action here on earth was writing these words, "I got saved and got the Holy Ghost and was baptized in the name of Jesus, 45 years ago. I was 21 years old and now I'm 66 years old." Come to First Church Fayetteville at 2813 Cumberland Road or visit us online at FCFNC.com on Sundays at 9:00 or 10:30. You will love it. We have a good pastor and family. "Don't forget!"
A memorial service will be held on Saturday, October 10th, 2020 at First Church Fayetteville on Cumberland Road at 2 o'clock p.m. The family will receive friends at First Church from 1-2 pm before the memorial service.
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Rios Family
October 10, 2020
We will miss you Brother Gene Cook you were a faith believing Godly example to us. You always said we are praying for your family and the Spanish service to. Always calling out names to pray for them and had a heart after God. We need more examples like you.
Karen White
September 28, 2020
Gene always had a smile and an outstretched hand, he will be sorely missed by those who knew him. My prayers for peace and comfort are offered up for all of you, as I’m remembering how often Gene would say to me, I’m praying for you after my mother and father passed away.
PRISCILLA HAYES
September 27, 2020
Gene was a wonderful person. I met him in the early eighties when me and his late mother-in- law, Elsie Raymes worked at Kmart on Owen Drive here in Fayetteville NC. Gene would always invite me to his church. To his wife, Gail and family stay strong.
James Jenkins
September 27, 2020
A unique personality with nothing fake whatsoever. Gene possessed the true and unfailing spirit of a Christian that can only come from God. a devoted husband and father, he led his family in the way pleasing to the Lord and instilled within their hearts strong moral and Christ like principals. It has been said that a man never achieves his full measure without Christ in his heart, If that be the case, Gene Cook towers among men for he has had a personal relationship with his creator the better part of his life. Death held no power over him for there is no sting of death to them who believeth in Jesus. I have been honored to have met this man of God and this world is a better place because he lived here with us. To the wife and children I extend my heartfelt sympathy to each of you and may you feel the presence of God in the days and weeks ahead.
Ron & Barbara Sellers
September 27, 2020
Our thoughts and prayers are with Gene's family during this very difficult time. We will miss hearing Gene's prayers in the prayer room, calling out names of his family and friends including their children's names.
Christa
September 27, 2020
Gene also known as Poppy to his grandsons was the best example of a Christian my boys could of witnessed. He taught Oliver the importance of sharing the word of God and inviting people to church. He played with his grandsons until he was exhausted but never complained. I’m going to miss you Poppy. I can’t wait until we get to see you again in Heaven.
Joyce English
September 27, 2020
He was a good man of God. Always telling you about the goodness of God. He will surely be missed.my prayers for Gail and the family.
Miriam Jordan Shick
September 27, 2020
I am so sorry.
Kevin Cook
September 27, 2020
He was a wonderful Christian, loving husband and amazing dad. He loved all people regardless of race or anything else. He will be missed so much by his family. I love you dad. Thank you for everything.
Priscilla M Hayes
September 26, 2020
I met Gene back in the early 70's when I started at Kmart on Owen Drive where me and his mother in law, Elsie Raymes worked together. Rest in peace Gene.
Charles & Sonja Crumpler
September 26, 2020
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
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