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Timothy Michael "Tim" Cook

Timothy Cook Obituary

TIMOTHY "TIM" MICHAEL COOK, 56, of Hamilton, died Wednesday, Feb. 15, 2006, at his home. Born May 5, 1949, in Kendallville, he was the son of Helen (Mason) Cook of Auburn and the late Reginald Cook. He was a Supervisor at Eaton Corporation, Auburn and has been employed through the company (combined Dana & Eaton) for 36 years and seven months. He was a member of Zion 16 Lutheran Church, Corunna; attended Cedar Lake Church of Christ, Waterloo; volunteered for Indiana organ Procurement Organization; and past soccer coach for Hamilton Community Schools. he loved his family and friends and was a very hard worker. He married Rebecca "Becky" (Grill) Cook on Aug. 7, 1971, in Cedar Lake Church of Christ, Waterloo. Surviving are his wife, Becky of Hamilton; two sons, Paul Christopher Cook of Avilla and William Forrest (fiancee, Shacina Hersey) Cook of Salisbury, Mass.; one sister, Mary (Bob) Shuherk of Corunna. Funeral service is 2 p.m. Sunday at Feller Funeral Home, Waterloo. Visitation is from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home. Burial in Waterloo Cemetery. Memorials to Clarion Transplant Emergency Fund, 550 N. University Blvd., Room 4601, Indianapolis, IN 46202, Zion 16 Lutheran Church, Corunna or Cedar Lake Church of Christ, Waterloo.

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Published by Fort Wayne Newspapers on Feb. 17, 2006.

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Kellee Sherrill

February 20, 2006

Becky and family -

I am deeply saddened by your loss. Tim was a wonderful man, I feel blessed to have known and worked with him. It always made my day to see and talk with him. You will be in our thoughts and prayers!!

Dave Karnes

February 19, 2006

I was saddened by the news that Tim was taken away so suddenly. Tim always met you with a smile and a kind word. He was liked and respected by all and he will truly be missed!

Kevin & Cathy Hughes

February 17, 2006

We are sorry to hear of your loss. Kevin and I worked with Tim and he will be greatly missed. He always had a smile. He was one of the last good supervisors!

George Ngugi

February 17, 2006

My deepest condolences to Tim's family. What a suprise it was. Tim was a good man with a sense of humor, and always ready to lend a helping hand. May the Lord rest his soul in peace.

Carol Gage

February 17, 2006

Becky, I am so sorry for you and your family's loss. I know he will be missed. Your faith, family and friends will help get you through this time, let them. Take care,

Love, Carol Gage

Joe & Jo Donaldson

February 17, 2006

Becky and family,

Our deepest sympathy in your great loss. May God give you comfort and strength to carry on and may the many wonderful memories of Tim always make you smile and bring you warmth. Our love

Apollo Art Department

February 17, 2006

We are so sorry to learn of the untimely death of your beloved spouse and father. We mourn with you at this most difficult time, and we are keeping you in our prayers.

barbara costa

February 17, 2006

Heaven got a great guy today. I'll miss our talks about your favorite "fishes" and my convertible. I'm so thankful you were my friend.

John Schenkel III

February 17, 2006

My Condolences to Tim's Family,



I have been privileged to work with Tim throughout my co-op years at Eaton. Every day I was in the office I always noticed his smile, and we shared laughter even through his tough years. He will be remembered like other individuals that make this working community, and world a special place.

Thank you Tim and Family.

Sincerely,

David Conrad

February 17, 2006

Tim was always a joy to be around. I am sorry for your loss. We will miss him.

Lyle & Denise Hartranft

February 17, 2006

We wish to express our deepest sympathy to his wife & family. He was a very dedicated man who will be sorely missed by those of us who knew him best. Thanks for the memories...

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