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Aaron COOKSEY Obituary

COOKSEY, Mr. Aaron SpencerAge 41 of Franklin, TN. January 23, 2011. Heaven welcomed a wonderful son, brother, uncle and friend into Heaven with the passing of Aaron Spencer Cooksey. Our hearts are heavy with his sudden passing, but we have faith that the Lord has a special place planned for our beloved son in His kingdom. Aaron was born in Salina, KS, having moved to Franklin, TN with his family in 1980. He attended Franklin schools and graduated from Franklin High School, where he was a member of Franklin High Marching Band and Franklin High Baseball Team. Aaron went on to graduate from Middle Tennessee State University with a degree in Economics, and then went on to earn a Master's Degree in Business Administration from the University of Kansas in Lawrence, KS. Aaron was an avid supporter and fan of Kansas Jayhawks Basketball, and loved working with his young nephews on baseball fundamentals. Aaron enjoyed running as a pastime and was on an early morning run when the Lord suddenly called him. Aaron, you ran into your Heavenly Father's arms on Sunday morning. You now have eternity to run on the Streets of Gold. Blessings and Love. Survived by parents, Gerald L. & Twyla M. Cooksey of Knoxville, TN; brother, David S. (Suzie) Cooksey; sister, Marisa L. Cooksey Kehn; nieces, Rebecca LeighAnn & Anna Marie Cooksey; nephews, Brett Michael & Austin Nicholas Kehn; maternal grandmother, Eva Streit of Olathe, KS; special friend, Kristin Knoll of Nashville, TN; numerous aunts, uncles, cousins & friends. Memorial Mass will be conducted 11 a.m. Wednesday, January 26, 2011 at St. Philip Catholic Church, Father Bala, celebrant. Memorials may be made to the Franklin Baseball Club, % The Bobby Gore Benevolent Fund, P.O. Box 1044, Franklin, TN 37065 or Franklin School of Performing Arts, 1885 General George Patton Dr., Franklin, TN 37067. Visitation will be 6-8 p.m. Tuesday at WILLIAMSON MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, (615) 794-2289. williamsonmemorial.com

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Published by The Tennessean on Jan. 25, 2011.

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January 26, 2011

We stand by you & will walk with you @ this time of sorrow.
Jo & Ben

Rogelio Pagan

January 26, 2011

Hello Aaron. Last week while walking down a hall of the old Banker's Trust building were we use to work. I saw this guy down the hall, and said that guy looks like Aaron Cooksey. I started to wonder how you were doing. That is when the phrase of "El hombre de la biblioteca." came into my mind. That was the phrase in Spanish that you will say to me every time we met. I will miss your physical presence but will never miss your spiritual presence. You were a true friend. The few times we played golf with the gang was a trip and I was never a good golfer. Hold on to that favorite putter of yours because there are a lots of nice greens in Heaven. I am glad we met and became good friends.
My thoughts and prayers to the Cooksey Family.

Ted Wade

January 25, 2011

Gerry, Twyla, and family,
I wish to express my deepest sympathy to you all in the loss of Aaron. I remember Trevor and Aaron playing baseball in the field behind our home at "Royal Oaks Stadium". Aaron was a really fine person and so very friendly! Thanks for his and your family's kindness and friendliness toward our family during the time we shared with all of you in Franklin. Your loss is also the world's loss but is Heaven's gain. He is in a better place! I love all of you! (Ted Wade)

Amy Bain

January 25, 2011

Lord, as we mourn the sudden loss of our dear friend Aaron, remind us of the immense power of Your goodness and strengthen our faith as he has entered into Your Holy Presence. Amen.

Terri (Davis) Morgan

January 25, 2011

Gerry and Twyla,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. Terri (Davis) Morgan

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Kristin "Kitten" Knoll

January 25, 2011

Big A, I will remember you for so many good times and "schemes". You will be missed more than you will ever know. Have a beer for me in Heaven. Meow!

Kim Fly

January 25, 2011

Praying for peace that passes all understanding. I am honored to have known Aaron. Kim (Teachout) Fly, FHS class of '87

January 25, 2011

Aaron, my dearest friend...I will never forget those days of shooting basketball, playing pool, and hanging out. You will forever be missed. May God comfort your family during this difficult time. Your friend, Trevor Wade.

January 25, 2011

I will always remember picking you up from school on my driving days. What a fun time we had! You were an awesome little boy who became an awesome young man. You are loved and we will see you again soon! Joy (Wade) Zimmerman

Pat Teachout

January 25, 2011

May you rest in peace Aaron and may your family and friends feel His presence and love during this difficult time.

Robert Younghale

January 25, 2011

We only new you a short time here on earth. Hope that we meet again in Gods wonderful garden.

Bob and Helen Younghale

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