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Marilyn Cooks Obituary

Marilyn Ann Terrance Cooks, 57, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, February 26 at her home with family by her side. She was born in New Roads, LA on June 29, 1956, to the late Frank and Lula Terrance. Marilyn graduated from Rosenwald High School in 1974 and received a bachelor's degree in art education from Southern University in 1978. She married her high school sweetheart Randy Cooks in 1978. Marilyn worked at Cajun Electric for five years and became a stay at home mother in 1987. She enjoyed spending time with family, traveling, volunteering at her children's schools, volunteering at her church Greater St. Peter, and watching movies. She stepped in to help raise her husband's niece after the untimely death of his sister Audrey. She had a heart of gold and was always thinking of others. Marilyn is survived by her husband Randy Cooks; daughters, Talanna (Spencer) Pace of Wylie, TX and Ranleta Cooks of Baton Rouge, LA; son, Carro Cooks of New Roads, LA; niece Adrienne (Michael) Lewis of New Roads, LA; grandchildren, Cameron Cooks and Madison Pace; sisters, Betty (John) Jeanpierre, Pearl (Lawrence) Smith, and Loetta (Henry) Houston; brothers, Charles (Sharon) Terrance, and Carl (Erma) Terrance; godchildren, Brett Bourgeois, L'Andra Smith, and Zandra Houston; former sister-in-law, Carol H. Terrance; host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Marilyn was preceded in death by her parents, Frank & Lula Terrance, paternal grandparents Joseph & Hazel Terrance, and maternal grandparents Solomon, Sr. & Lula Fields Jackson. Visitation will be at Verrette's Pointe Coupee Funeral Home on Sunday, March 2nd, from 3:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. The funeral service will be held on Monday, March 3rd, at 10:00 a.m. at Greater St. Peter Baptist Church conducted by Reverend Carl Donald Terrance, Sr. Dismissal will follow immediately after. Interment at Greater St. Peter Baptist Church Cemetery. In Marilyn's memory, the family asks that you support cancer research and services that help cancer patients and their families.

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Published by The Advocate from Feb. 28 to Mar. 3, 2014.

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Nell Pierre

February 22, 2025

You are still missed.

Larry Jr. & Yolanda Rodney

March 5, 2014

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

JF

March 5, 2014

My sympathies to the family and friends in the loss of Marilyn. May the wonderful memories of her bring much joy despite the grief and you keep close to your hearts God's promise at John 5:28.

March 4, 2014

Sending prayers and love in this difficult time, It's so hard to believe that this has happened, We are in so much pain so I can only imagine what you guys are going through, please know that we love you and will continue to lift you up in prayer. May God continue to strengthen you.

Love Always, Nickole Terrance McClendon, Bridget Terrance, Jeanette Terrance

Glenda Hutchinson Elloie

March 3, 2014

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

March 3, 2014

TO THE COOK FAMILY,
Stay strong in faith and reflect on the beautiful memories of a life well lived.

--With prayers and heartfelt sympathy---
Coach John & Mary V. Jackson

Udella Manchester-Billups

March 3, 2014

There are no words that can
fill the emptiness in your heart. But perhaps it will help to know others care. My
prayers are with you and the
family.

Emily Derozan Oliver

March 2, 2014

Randy we will keep you and your children in our prayers. May God be with you all now and always.

Shannon Wright

March 2, 2014

Talanna, you have our deepest sympathy in this very difficult time. I pray God will sustain, encourage, and give you and your family strength. There are no words that can be said to make the pain go away, but know that we love you and are praying for you! If you need us please don't hesitate to ask or call!

Love always,

Shannon & Copelon Wright

Pastor Datis Jerome & Wanda Christophe, Sr.

March 2, 2014

To my Classmate Randy and Family and yes Marilyn was my Classmate and cousin also, sorry for your lost,I would leave these words of comfort with the Family. Everyone wants to go to heaven, some just dont't know the way. But Jesus tells us in John 14 that,"I am the way, I am the truth, I am the life; no one comes to the Father, but by me. "We are all travelers on a road called life. There are many detours and many side streets. We don't need to be confused- we don't need to be lost. All we need to do is follow Jesus. He will show us the way- in fact He is the way. He will lead us and He will guide us. That's comforting. I can hear Marilyn saying right now, I've got a mansion, just over the hilltop,In that bright land where I will never grow old; And some day yonder; I'll never more wonder,But walk the streets of purest gold. Just hold on Family to God unchanging hands, For his words says, That weeping may endureth for a night but joy comes in the morning, may god bless you family and keep you is my humble prayer.

Greg & Karla Albert

March 2, 2014

Randy,

Karla and I are devastated hearing about Marilyn. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. We extend our sincerest condolence. It seems like a short time since we attended high school and college together. Marilyn and you were always a great couple and still are!

Your friends and classmates,

Lizzie Banks

March 2, 2014

Our prayers are with the family. Stay strong in the Lord and he will lift your burden. Don't cry, her spirit is with the Lord.

Greg & Karla Albert

March 2, 2014

Hi Randy,

Karla and I are devastated about Marilyn. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Our sincerest condolence for your lost. It seems like a short time since we attended high school and college together. You and Marilyn were always a great couple and still are.

Your friends and class mates,

Johnnie &Doris Signater

March 2, 2014

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Adrienne Cooks Lewis and Family

March 2, 2014

Words cannot express what I am feeling right now. I could say that you were wonderful, beautiful and kind but that isn't good enough nor would reach the mark. You were like a mother, a true friend, a confidant and an adviser to me. The epitome of a Titus 2 woman. You will ever live within my heart and I thank you for all of the sacrifices you made for me throughout these 38 years.
I pray that the strength and comfort of The Lord lighten the pain and see us through this trying time!

With all my love,

Ernestine Taplin

March 2, 2014

Our prayers to you and your family through the days ahead. May the love of your love one remain in your heart and give you strength through the days ahead.

Sarah Smith

March 2, 2014

May the peace of God continue to be with us in our time of loss
Sarah Smith

Katina Leufroy

March 1, 2014

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Towanda Jefferson

March 1, 2014

May the Lord continue to bless
and strengthen your family.

Sandra Battley-Herbert

March 1, 2014

My heart, full of love and prayers are yours during this time. Marilyn had an infectious simile and a humble spirit. My prayer is that God will forever hold and keep all of you today and tomorrow.

March 1, 2014

Our prayers go out to the Terrance, Cooks family. Prayer is the best answer when times seems hard, from the Martin family, Lydia Toussaint

February 28, 2014

May The Lord bless and hold the family. My prayers are with you all.
Beverly Samuel

February 28, 2014

From my family to yours, you all have our deepest sympathy. Another Angel called home to take her rest.
Love Always,
Crystal Polar & Family

Anthony & Rhonda Gaston-Allen

February 28, 2014

We knew you were sending up your timber to build your mansion but nothing would prepare us for the day you reached those pearly gates. May your soul rest eternally with God above. It's all over now take your rest. Always remember you've gotten to the best of where we want to be. Love you cousin Marilyn I'll keep the fight against Cancer alive!

Ebony & Eden Christophe

February 28, 2014

We will never know the hour, but we do know God calls His children home when their work is done on this earth. Mrs. Marilyn was definitely a woman of strength and a strong woman. To the family, God will comfort those who mourn. She may be gone physically, but her spirit will forever live through you. God bless.

WALTER & TRICHELL T BRILEY

February 28, 2014

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

February 28, 2014

To the Cooks family, please accept my condolences. May the God of all comfort be with you.

Claudine Campbell

February 28, 2014

The memories of you as a devoted sister at church will forever remain in my heart. A woman with not only a beautiful spirit, but with a big heart to serve and help others. You will truly be missed! May God strengthen and comfort your loved ones during this time. God bless.

Yarnell Jeanpierre

February 28, 2014

May you rest in peace. You may have left the physical world but your memories will always live on. I Love You Aunt Marilyn and I'm gonna miss you.
I pray for your family strength as they go through this difficult time...

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