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Marvin Cook Obituary
of East Sparta, died January 14, 2019 in the same house which he was born 99 years 8 months ago on April 21, 1919. 1937 East Sparta High School graduate where he was basketball team captain. East Sparta Christian Church immersed member since 1933 where he taught Sunday School 50 years and was awarded Elder Emeritus. Marvin Founded the Marlesco Holstein herd in 1938 culminating with the first red and white Holstein to ever be Grand Champion at the 1983 Ohio Holstein Show. Marvin operated the farm business on two Ohio State Century farms, 1890 and 1904. An Ohio State representative as state director of the Ohio Holstein Association. Marvin founded the Cook Tractor Museum, an array of 50 antique tractors from all over the United States and Canada.
Marvin was a Master of both Pike Grange and Pomona Grange. Charter member of the Stark Soil and Water Conservation Board. Pike Township Historical Society Historian. Marvin's exploits garnered him 2007 East Sparta Man of the Year and listing in Ohio Live's of Contemporary Leaders in Ohio.
Marvin is survived by his wife Dr. Martha Cook to whom he was married 69 years, Mark, Terri, Rachel, Tyler, Morgan, Ryan (Andrea) Cook.
Funeral services will be Friday January 18, 2019 at 11 a.m. in East Sparta Christian Church with Pastor Tim Carlson officiating. Burial will be in Melscheimer Cemetery. Friends and family will be received Thursday 6-8 p.m. in the Kreighbaum-Sanders Funeral Home and one hour before services on Friday at the church (10-11 a.m.). Memorial donations may be made to East Sparta Christian Church at 9429 Main Ave SE., East Sparta, OH 44626.
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Memories and Condolences
for Marvin Cook
Jan Yoho
January 20, 2019
I remember being involved a lot with Marvin and the Cook family. I bailed hay for him about 60 yrs ago and my son Doug about 30 some yrs ago also bailed hay for Marvin. Martha was my Latin teacher. Marvin and I were elders together and was even on a minster search committee together.Mark played basket ball with a mixed group at Magnolia school 1 evening a week in the winter months and I played also. Marvin was a good guy and never forgot anything.I think of him almost everytime I take Maplehurst past the farm and Tractor museum to roue 8 .
Jan yoho
Jennifer Gabrys (Jett)
January 18, 2019
So sorry for your loss. My Grandpa (Jimmie Jett) worked in the fields for Mr. Cook for many years. He was a great man.
Vince and Julie Logozzo
January 18, 2019
Our deepest condolences and prayers to the family
January 17, 2019
Dear Marvin:
Thank you for helping me write the Family
History of our families. Being kids together
meant a lot to me. Say hello to all our relatives since you got there first.
Love, Jo Evans Cunningham
Deloris Bagent
January 17, 2019
My condolences to the family of Marvin. He had a lot of good things to his credit in his lifetime. It is nice to remembered for his good deeds.
Sincerely,
Deloris
Eva Ames-Poole
January 17, 2019
My condolences to the Cook family. He certainly lived a full life. I remember my mother speaking fondly of a Marvin Cook whom she met at Pike Grange. She passed in 2008. God rest his soul and give you peace and comfort during this difficult time.
Robert Butler
January 16, 2019
Martha, Jack and I spent time roaming your fields and visiting with you both, always finding a friendly welcome and a happy smile.May our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, continue to be with you and your family. Bob and Kathleen
Jean Otte Reahm
January 16, 2019
Dr. Cook:
I am so sorry for your loss. I think of you fondly when remembering my time as a student at Sandy Valley.
Carol Nessler
January 16, 2019
Aunt Martha and Family,
My kids and I were sadden to hear of Marvin's passing. Jerry shared many great stories of Marvin and frequently talked about his tractor museum. I hope you find comfort in your fond memories of a great man. God Bless you all.
January 16, 2019
We have wonderful memories and stories Warren told us about how Marvin and he grew up together. Bless you all. Gary and Nicki Russell
January 16, 2019
Aunt Martha, Out thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during these difficult days. Shari and Ron Wilson
Tom Weber
January 16, 2019
Dear Martha and family, you have my deapest sympathy at hearing about Marvin's passing. He was a great farmer and friend and I was proud to have known him. May the grace of God with you and your family.
Richard Evans
January 16, 2019
Wonderful Christian man. The nicest and hardest working guy I ever knew. I have lots of fond memories visiting the farm when I was a kid and later in life.
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