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Larry Cooks Obituary

Larry D. Cooks Larry Deneall Cooks born on January 20, 1952, in New Orleans, Louisiana has departed this world peacefully in his sleep on September 6, 2017. He was a proud resident of Atascadero where he was admired by so many. Mr. Cooks will join his loving parents, Mary Lee and Davie Cooks; brother, Dannyboy; and two sisters: Barbara and Juanella in heaven. Larry was a hard working family man, who after many years as a superintendent for Madonna Construction, started his own business, Larry Cooks Construction. Larry had an amazing gift of bringing a smile to all who crossed his path. Larry leaves behind his four sons: Larry, Danny, Robert and Zackary; and only daughter, Jennifer Cooks; his loving wife of 18 years, Linda Cooks and her children who he loved as his own: Tommy, Enet, Jennifer and Danny Jones. He leaves this world with a bright future generation of Cooks including: 18 grandchildren he loved dearly; and 3 great-grandchildren. He gave each and everyone of them the greatest gift of all, his love. He touched many hearts in the Atascadero community and SLO county. Larry Cooks will be greatly missed by all. A service will be held at 2:00 pm, Saturday, September 16, 2017, at the Atascadero Refuge Church, 6955 Portola Rd., followed by a Celebration of Life at 4:00 pm, at the Atascadero Lake. Sign his guestbook at sanluisobispo.com/obituaries

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Published by San Luis Obispo County Tribune on Sep. 10, 2017.

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Matthew Henry

September 20, 2017

Larry an honest, hard-working, loyal man. Larry will be missed by his friends and family. Larry loved chickens. goodbye Larry, see you on the other side

Susan Asabez

September 19, 2017

Larry will be missed by the community of Atascadero and beyond. He was a nice guy, helpful to so many of us. May he rest in peace. And many blessings to his family ...God Speed Larry......

Eddie Simon

September 17, 2017

I certainly will miss Larry I had a lot of fun throughout the school years

Julie Nickel

September 17, 2017

Larry, your family looked beautiful today, dressed in blue and very proud. We gathered at the park after you services to celebrate your life and Larry, every single parking spots in both lots were full and the park was packed You are loved by so many people and we will all miss you very much. I want to thank you for being my friend.. Your laughter, and smiles will stay with me forever.

PS Will your tell our dear friend Hello for me.

Rosie Steele

September 16, 2017

Larry was one of the first people I met when we moved to Atascadero, he will always have a special place in my heart, he always had such a big smile and a huge hug. God Bless his family.

MaryAine Curtis

September 16, 2017

My fondest memory of Larry was in junior high school at Lewis Avenue. We cracked up we had square dance class together. We were partners for that. oh boy that's when Motown hit big and it was a whole different world with rhythm and blues compared to square dancing. So of course we be-bopped it up.
I've shared this fun part of growing up in Atascadero many times and it always makes me laugh.
Larry you got to go home. My heart stays here with loving hugs for your kids, family and friends that are missing you. May you bring laughter to heaven.

Kenny and Anna Allis

September 15, 2017

Kenny and I were so sorry to hear of the loss of your beloved Larry. Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire Cooks family at this difficult time. He was a lovely, kind man.

Andrea and John Euphrat

September 15, 2017

Larry has touched our lives in so many ways. Everywhere we look on our property we see his work, hear his laughter and feel his presence. It breaks our heart to know that Larry is no longer on this earth, but we know he is resting in peace. To Linda and his big wonderful family, we send you our heartfelt condolences. We will miss you dear friend!

Patti Dupree-Kinkaid

September 15, 2017

So sorry to hear of Larry's passing. Have know him and his brothers most of my life, having gone to school with them. Know he is at peace now and is watching over all of his family.

mike bishop

September 14, 2017

To a man that I greatly admired, and was friends with for many years!!! Larry and I went to high school together, had a class or two in which I had great memories of. He could be hysterically funny at times which was my fondest memory in those school days. Both of us got bored some what in class and would liven things up a little. lol. Larry will always be in my heart as one of the happiest guys I've ever known and his warmth and happiness was infectious to all that were around him that I saw. I will miss him dearly! Love and peace, kindness and prayer to you his family and know that one day you will see him again, in a much better place than here in this fallen world. God's comfort to all his family. Mike Bishop

Frank and Robin Nemke

September 13, 2017

Another good man gone way to soon

Jack & Barbara Bridwell

September 13, 2017

God called another angel home. Our hearts and prayers are with your beautiful family. God be with your family as they grief the loss of their beloved love one.

Stubby Gibbs

September 12, 2017

Sorry to hear about Larry. He was a great guy.

Roger and Vivian Dudley

September 12, 2017

There are no stars in the sky, but rather openings, where our loved ones shine down to let us know they are happy. Larry will be missed. We loved him dearly, and he was a good friend never to be forgotten.

Ruth Butterwick

September 12, 2017

Wes and I truly enjoyed the time we spend with both Linda and Larry. Larry was loved by many and he will be missed.
Ruth Butterwick

Rob Cooks

September 11, 2017

Dad I love you and miss you. You're the greatest father anyone could ever have. You set so many examples for us and taught us the values we have today. We will pass on to our own what you have instilled in us. Love you forever Pop.

Sherry Aanenson

September 11, 2017

Larry brought an energy of love and laughter every where he went. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him and loved him. Rest in sweet-peace Larry!!!

jordana nicholas

September 11, 2017

Amazing friend brother..for so many years......love and friendship beyond any thing else. My heart breaks for his children who love him beyond this world. I love every one of them.......... I love him as a brother for decades...forever in my heart. I will see you on the other side dear friend....love forever...Jo

Meta Bales

September 11, 2017

Have know him most all of my life, grew up with that smile, and big heart of his. Will miss this friend being around so very much it hurts to think about. My joy is his reunion in heaven with his family again. Our hope is to hold on until we all meet again. My condolences to all his precious loved one's. God bless them all.

Allen Hutkin

September 11, 2017

Larry was a man of integrity. He was fiercely proud of his children and grandchildren. My condolences to his family.

Lisa Wood

September 10, 2017

We will catch up in Paradise.

Fred Minoli

September 10, 2017

We are so sorry for your loss, he will be missed. Praying for his family and loved ones at this time. May god be with you. Rest in peace dear friend.

Judy Wolf

September 10, 2017

Always had a kind word and never without a smile on his face. He was a wonderful kind and caring man. He will be missed by his family.

September 10, 2017

We will surely miss you. You were fun and loving and enjoyed that you were part of my life. Dee Hollinger

Patti Dupree-Kinkaid

September 10, 2017

So sorry to hear of Larry's passing. Prayers to the family.

Jana Martin-Nichols

September 10, 2017

I will miss just knowing you. May God bless your family as they go through their loss. You rest now.

Melinda Devens

September 10, 2017

Thinking of all the loved ones left behind and praying for peace for them. May the good times with him bring you joy during this difficult time.

Cheyenne Brown

September 9, 2017

Much love to the Cooks family during this very sad time. I am so sorry to hear about Larry.

Gail stanhope

September 9, 2017

Until we meet again on the other side rest in peace friend.

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