Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
FUNERAL HOME
Ted Cook Obituary
Gadsden - Ted Cook passed away on December 31, 2020 at the age of 85. He was born in Ft. Payne, AL, raised on a farm and graduated from Valley Head High School. After graduation, eager to follow in the footsteps of his uncles, Ted enlisted in the Navy and served from June 1954-July 1959. While in the Navy, and stationed in Pensacola, FL., Ted met and married Patricia Jerome. In the early 1960's, Ted and Pat moved to Alabama eventually settling in Gadsden, AL. Ted worked as an X-ray technician at Holy Name of Jesus Hospital where he was promoted to Chief of X-ray Department. In the late 1970's, Ted was offered the opportunity to administrate a local nursing, one of many he would own and turn into a family business. Ted enjoyed working with all his employees and had a fondness for his residents.
Unafraid of hard work, Ted put himself through night school while working full time as an x-ray technician at Holy Name of Jesus Hospital and starting a family. He graduated from Gadsden State Junior College with an associate degree, and continued his education at Jacksonville State University earning his Bachelor of Science degree in Business.
Ted and his wife Patricia raised 12 children and he unabashedly doted on them all. He considered his family his greatest accomplishment.
Ted had a passion for sailing and boating and in his later years enjoyed gardening and bird watching.
Ted is preceded in death by his parents Edna Kean and Gordon Cook; Patricia Jerome, his son, Ryan Cook and his grandson, Eric Champion. He is survived by his sons: Andy (Suzie), Mark (Robbie),
T.C. (Lisa), and Patrick (Maria) and daughters: Stacy (Bink) Green, Gina (Steve) Gilbert, Stephanie Cook, Julie (Rick) Gilson, Rosie (Bill) Arnett, Mary Beth (Rob) Howland and Jennifer Mattingly, as well as 25 grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren.
There will be a Celebration of his life held at Collier Butler Friday, January 22nd 5-7 pm and a Memorial Mass for the family will be said at St. James Catholic Church, January 23rd, beginning at 11 am. In lieu of flowers, the family is kindly requesting any donations to be made to St. James Catholic School.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Ted Cook
Sponsored by Collier-Butler Funeral Home & Cremation Services.
4 Entries
Woody McGlathery
February 8, 2025
Once again, reminded of Mr. Cook. I thought a lot of him and Mrs. Cook as well. Please know we think of you often and hope you are well.
Woody McGlathery
July 22, 2021
So sorry to hear the news. Very late obviously. I had no idea. I was sorry also to hear about your mom. I loved her dearly!
Toni Lynch
January 20, 2021
Fondly remember Ted Cook's smile and enthusiasm towards life.
Sending love and prayers for The Cook Family.
Cathey Durham
January 19, 2021
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Showing 1 - 4 of 4 results
Make a Donation
in Ted Cook's name
Memorial Events
for Ted Cook
Jan
22
Celebration of Life
5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Collier-Butler Funeral Home & Cremation Services824 Rainbow Drive, Gadsden, AL 35901
Funeral services provided by:
Collier-Butler Funeral Home & Cremation Services824 Rainbow Drive, Gadsden, AL 35901
How to support Ted's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor Ted Cook's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
