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David Willard Cook
1951 - 2025
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1951
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2025
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David Cook Obituary
April 14, 1951 - July 12, 2025
David Willard Cook, age 74, passed away Saturday, July 12, 2025, at Frye Regional Medical Center in Hickory, NC.
Born in April 14, 1951, in Cleveland County, he was the son of Willard Cook and Mary Young Cook.
David was an avid sportsman, and enjoyed playing baseball, softball, and golf. He attended Mitchell College,where he played baseball, and then "walked on" to play baseball at App. State. David loved children, flowers, and having fun. He took several teens under his wing on the golf course, where he guided them in golf, life, and loving Jesus. He loved the lord! David owned a business for 38 years, serving the Hickory Community.
He is survived by his wife of 44 years, Cindy Cook of the home, and their three children, Shelly Vogler (Shawn), Robert Cook (Christa), and Anthony (T.J) Black; grandchildren, Ty Vogler, Jake Vogler, Wally Cook, Haddie Cook, Harper Hendrix, and Hayden Hendrix; sister, Kathy Cook Covington (Jeff); niece, Alexandra Covington, and multiple other cousins, nieces and nephews.
The funeral service is to be held on Saturday, July 19, at 2 p.m., at First Baptist Church Hildebran, in Hildebran, N.C.
The family will receive friends prior to the service from 1 to 2 p.m., at First Baptist Church Hildebran. David loved bright colors and comfortable clothing, so the family invites you to wear something colorful and casual.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to First Baptist Church Hildebran, or the Kidney Foundation.
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Nelson & Vicki Detter
Yesterday
Prayers for the family. David and I grew up together in church and continued to remain friends with our families and children. Cindy, stay in contact with us.
Regina Estes
July 17, 2025
I was sad to see David has passed away .We grew up knowing each other we lived in the same neighborhood . David was always so nice bless your family I am sure he will be missed
R Pugh
July 16, 2025
So sorry for your loss. I played a lot of travel softball with him. He always made us laugh. He will be greatly missed.
Jeff Taylor
July 16, 2025
I spent a lot of time with "Cookie" at Hampton Heights. Iw was impossible for me to be around him and not laugh, he was always quick with a joke. It was also impossible for me to beat him at golf, he could play.
Malinda Borders
July 15, 2025
To: Anthony (TJ) and the Cook Family:
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Always,
Malinda (Avl, NC)
Steve and Karen Carson
July 15, 2025
Cindy, we are so sorry. We are praying for comfort and peace for you and your family.
Susie Cook
July 15, 2025
Cindy I'm so sorry..David always made us laugh at the bank..He loved to tell jokes. He was a long time customer of mine at the bank..I retired in January and I just heard of his passing..My thoughts and prayers are with you and the family.
Lisa Killian Belcher
July 15, 2025
Cindy, so very sorry to hear of Davids passing! Praying for comfort for family. My mother sends her condolences. Lisa/Steven Belcher and Jean Killian Kaufman
Jane (Jessup) Keever
July 15, 2025
Hi Cindy, I´ve been a friend of Kathy´s since we were in middle school or before. I remember David always having a big smile and being nice to everyone. I talked with my brother, Lee, yesterday telling him about David. He was very sad. He told me David was his best friend from the Viewmont School Days, elementary school, so they were very young. Lee said they played baseball together, and hung out all the time doing what guys do. They were friends for many years and stayed in touch. We always remember close friendships we had when we were kids and David and Lee certainly shared that. I´m very sorry of David´s passing and will definitely keep you, your children, family and friends in my thoughts and prayers. Rest in peace David
Rodney Sebastian
July 15, 2025
I'm very sorry to hear of David's passing; knew both he and Shawn from our golf store and always enjoyed cutting up with them. He was a great witty guy, so sorry for your loss.
Roger and Robbin Bass
July 15, 2025
Cindy and Family,
Sorry to hear about David, So many good times together, too numerous to count. He was one of a kind, always positive and ready to laugh about anything. All the ballgames and weekends we got to spend together will always be cherished memories. Hopefully, all of the good times you guys had as a family and your faith will help you through this tough time.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May God Bless you all.
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