John T. Cook

John T. Cook Sr., a native of Mobile, Alabama was born April 10, 1953, to the Late Ruth Marie Cook entered into eternal rest on Tuesday January 10, 2023. Affectionately known as Tyrrell or 'T', he was a faithful member of Bethel AME. He earned his degree in graphic design and drafting from Bishop State College which allowed him to work 25 years at Bender's Ship Building in Mobile, Alabama as a Ship Drafter.
He is preceded in death by his Son, John Cook Jr. and Daughter Courtney Cook Anderson, Mother Ruth Cook, two brothers Joseph Cook Sr. and Robert Washington, three sisters, Elder Barbara (Edward) Curtis Sr., Beverly (Thomas) Williams and Johunitha French. One Sister-in-Law Cynthia Tyes, one brother-in-law Henry Tyes-Sanders and one devoted niece Letita Mingo. He leaves to cherish his memories: Sylvia Cook and devoted daughter Sydnee (Janell) Cook. One Son in Law Erick Anderson and 3 beautiful grandkids, King, Nasir, and Kelsey Anderson. Seven brothers; John (Linda) French Sr., Coyle (Janice) French Sr., Andre French Sr., Joseph French Sr., Michael French Sr., Eugene Crawford Sr., Lorenzo (Senait) Bennett. One devoted Sister Francine Evans. Two Sisters in Law, Carolyn (Namon) Shackelford and Valerie Tyes. Tyrrell was a dedicated Central High School alumni until their closing, where he then completed his education and became an alumni of Murphy High School Class of 1971. He also was a devoted member of The Bay Area Riding Club for the last 15 years after spending a lifetime with a passion for horses. He also leaves a host of loving and devoted nieces, nephews, cousins and friends to cherish his memories. The Cook and French family would like to extend a very heartfelt thank you to John White, a long time friend and riding club partner. Your assistance during this time was much appreciated.