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Rev. Henry Clay Cooksey Sr.

Tallahassee, Florida

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Rev. Henry Clay Cooksey, Sr., 88, of Tallahassee, died Thursday 5/22/03 at home surrounded by family members. He was descended from three pioneer families, Cookseys, Langs and Granthams who settled in Jefferson County between Waukeenah and Monticello in the early 1830’s. In his early years, he...

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We met Brother Cooksey about 45+ years ago when he pastored Ivan Church. He has always had our love and admiration. He was truly one of God's men here on earth. Tom and Betty Sheppard

I had only met Rev. Cooksey once, many years ago, but have known his daughter, Mary Mathers, for 12 years. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.

I have worked with Libby for years and now with her husband. Libby, we are so sorry about your Dad. I know he will be missed by all his friends and family. We love you.

Rosa, Esther & family
I am so sorry to hear of your father's death. We have all been part of the Perry Hwy family for so long, even after we all moved away. It won't be the same when we pass the Cooksey place anymore.
Thinking of you with love, Belva and family

Our prayers and thoughts are with the entire Cooksey family. We really enjoyed talking with Reverand Cooksey last summer, about old times and his family when he was a young man. What a wonderful man and head of your wonderful family.

Even after all these years, I still find myself looking at "the Cooksey house" as I pass by on 27. Always noticing the cars there and children playing in the yard was a sign that the Cookseys were getting together for something special. Now Bro. Cooksey has gone on to his reward. How sweet it is to know that during his lifetime he led many people to know Jesus. My prayers and thoughts are with the Cooksey family. May your love for each other never fail. I truly believe our loved ones watch...