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Philip Cook Obituary
Philip "Phil" Cook, 80, passed away peacefully at home, with his wife, Norma, and daughter, Kathi, at his side, Tuesday, November 9, 2021. Phil was born and raised in Detroit, married Norma in 1960, and moved to the Tri-Cities area in 1962.
The Cooks owned and operated Dr. Phil's Auto Clinic and Cookie's Corner Store, Spring Lake, for 30 years. Phil's most memorable time at Dr. Phil's was "working on his low riders and go-fast trucks" with his grandchildren, and the countless family and friends, until the wee hours of the morning.
Phil is survived by his wife, Norma, married 61 years; his daughters, Sheri (Tom) Grimes of Grand Haven and Kathi (Mike Hamstra) Simpson of Spring Lake; grandchildren: T.J. (Jamie) Grimes, Heather (Matt) Neuhaus, Corey (Caitlyn) Simpson; great-granddaughters, Mollie and Madyson Neuhaus; brother, Allen (Betty) of Detroit; sister, Debbie of Florida; and several nieces and nephews.
In honor of Phil's request there will be no services, and memorials may be directed to NOCH Hospice of Grand Haven.
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Randy Postma
November 22, 2021
Norma I am sadden to hear of Phils passing.You have my sincere sympathy.Its hard to believe that all of these years have passed so quickly,it seems like yesterday I was building Grand Isle. God Bless you and your family
Chuck and Ellen Michele
November 19, 2021
So sorry for your loss. Many memories of car repairs at Dr. Phil´s. Our prayers are with you.
Terry Bandstra
November 17, 2021
Sad news sympathies to Norma and the family
Denise R Murray
November 16, 2021
Oh I am so sorry. Phil was a one of the good guys.
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