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Charles Cook Obituary
He was born on January 7, 1951 in Statesville, NC to Margaret Christy Cook and Ross Wilson Cook and grew up in Amity Hill, NC. Mr. Cook was a professional civil engineer and registered Land Surveyor in the Charlotte area for over 40 years. He loved his family and devoted much of his time and energy to them, from beach and lake adventures to celebrations and weekend gatherings. His most cherished activity, however, was to simply sit around the table and laugh with his family and close friends. He also enjoyed his golf.
Charles Cook graduated from South Iredell High School in 1968, attended Catawba Valley Community College from 1968-1970, and graduated from UNC Charlotte in 1973.
He is survived by his loving wife, Gwen Machen Cook of Charlotte, NC and two children, Ava Marell Paullins and husband Austin William Paullins of Mooresville, NC and Andrew Ross Cook of Maryville, TN. His surviving family includes his mother of 102 years, Margaret Christy Cook, one sister, Shirley Cook Heintz, one brother, Ronald Ross Cook, 2 nieces and 1 nephew.
A memorial service will be held at 3 p.m. in the sanctuary of Dilworth United Methodist Church at 605 East Blvd., Charlotte, NC. Visitation will precede the service from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. in Langford Hall.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to the Urban Ministry Center at 945 North College Street, Charlotte, NC 28206.
Arrangements in care of Hankins and Whittington Funeral Service. Please share online condolences @ www.hankinsandwhittington.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Charles Cook
Bob Machen Jr.
April 7, 2025
Remembering my cousin's devoted husband and father of their children. Charles was a Southern gentleman, gracious and kind.
Bob Machen
April 7, 2021
Charles was a wonderful husband to my cousin Gwen Machen Cook. We all hope for our extended family members to marry well with a partner who complements them. And together they can raise a family and live productive and meaningful lives.
Charles was just such a life partner for a special cousin of mine to which I am most grateful. I speak for all the cousins when I say we miss Charles's gentle and kind nature and his protection and care for our precious cousin. Our hope is in our sweet "Family" reunion in Heaven someday soon. In Christ's love! Cuz Bobby
Larry Gregory
April 7, 2019
We are about to have South Iredell 1969 50th class reunion and Charles will be on our minds and missed .
Judy Phillips
January 9, 2019
Gwen, our paths have not crossed in ages, and I just happened to find out that your husband died. May God comfort you and may your friends care for you as you and the children make this journey. I am so sorry.
June 13, 2018
Gwen, I just received word from Charlie's business associates at Little of his passing. I certainly hope you are do well. I will miss having the sparse luncheons with him to discuss business and family. Though I will keep you in our prayers.
Michael Case
Cornelius
Barbara Gross
April 19, 2018
So sorry to hear of Charlie's passing. I enjoyed working with him over the years.
Brendan Smith
April 17, 2018
So sorry to hear about Charlie's passing. I enjoyed working with him over the last decade or so, he was a super engineer and great colleague to work with. Sincere condolences from me and the rest of City of Charlotte Land Development.
Kenny Edwards
April 14, 2018
Sorry for your loss gwen really enjoyed singing with both of you in the choir at park road baptist
Sandra Steiss
April 14, 2018
Hello Gwen and family. Although I never met you or your husband, my husband Todd Steiss speaks so highly of you. I have learned what a lovely lady you are through Todd's words. My hope and prayers for your family that you all find peace and serenity. Much love to you all. Sandy Steiss
Rebecca Sipes
April 14, 2018
So deeply sorry for your loss. Charles was a very special cousin.
JOAN WARREN
April 13, 2018
My sincere condolences to the loss of a wonderful husband,father, brother and son that I know Charles was. We are first cousins, and I always thought the world of Charles and all the Cooks. My prayers are with all of you and may God guide you through the rough days ahead.
Linda Healy Vespa
April 13, 2018
Gwen, I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time.
Cousin Max Holmes
April 13, 2018
Dear Gwen Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers now and in the days and months to come. WE just love you dearly.
Frankie Rice
April 13, 2018
Gwen,
We send condolences from Lyman SC.
I shall be in prayer for you and your family.
I hope your memories will sustain you in this difficult time and that your faith will give you the strength that you will need now and in the coming days.
My Best,
Joyce Figueroa
April 13, 2018
Dear Gwen, I am so deeply sorry for the loss of your loving husband. May the wonderful times shared together bring a smile through this painful time. I pray for God's peace, loving arms and grace to be abundant to you and your family through this time of healing. You and your family are in my heart, thoughts and prayers.
Cousin Bob Machen
April 13, 2018
Charles was the epitome of a Southern Gentleman and faithful husband and father. May God's grace abound toward the Cook and Machen families as you adjust to this lose of such a wonderful and integral family member. Our Prayers and our Love are with you.
Terry Huntley
April 13, 2018
Dear Gwen and Family, Our neighborhood has lost a dear friend and wonderful, kind, and loyal neighbor. Charles will be remebered for his southern style, quick smile, and forever dog walking adventures. We pray that you, Merell, and Andrew will find comfort in knowing what a wonderful husband and father Charles was. May wonderful memories live with you.
Terry and Jim Huntley
Bill Thunberg
April 13, 2018
Gwenn, I am so sorry to hear about your husband Charles's passing. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you at this trying time for you and your family.
Larry Gregory
April 13, 2018
Went to South with Charles. So sorry for your loss. May God bless and comfort during this time.
W. Lee Jones
April 12, 2018
I can't believe you are gone. Too soon! May the Lord bless you and keep you and your loving family. W. Lee Jones
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