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Billy (Bill) Verlon Cook
September 1, 1929 - February 13, 2012

Mr. Billy V.

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  1. Kathy Parnell, West Memphis, AR says
    February 26, 2012

    I would like to extend my sympathies to your family. I thought so highly of Mr. Cook. He was always so good good to me and my mother, Thelma Sullins. He was respected by so many and such a wonderful man. He will truly be missed.

  2. Kimberly Lindsey-Amoah, Oxford, Massachusetts says
    February 22, 2012

    I will miss my Uncle Bill so much. He was a big man in more ways than I can express. I will miss those big hugs from him, and him calling me "my little Kimmy" I was so proud to be able to come back to AR to be able to say goodbye to him. No one will ever be able to fill his shoes.

  3. John & Barbara Williams, Las Vegas, Nevada says
    February 21, 2012

    I only was able to speak with cousin Billy a couple of times. But, I will never forget how friendly he was and what an honor it was to have had the opportunity to know just a little about him and to share those moments. Reading about him and reading this guest book, I know he was a wonderful person who will be deeply missed by all. RIP Billy and I know HE will welcome you with open arms. God Bless.

  4. Kevin Mitchell, Conway, AR says
    February 21, 2012

    Deepest sympathy from the Ed Mitchell family.

  5. Jo Della Hathaway Harrison, Harrisburg AR says
    February 19, 2012

    To the COOK family:I feel honored by having known your father and mother all of my life and I was even a class mate of your late brother Kerry. When ever someone was in need your family has always shown love and compasion for everyone no matter what the reason was. Trumann really lost an outstanding member of the community and he will be truly missed. Your dad also gave me a hug and a big smile and ask how I was doing every time he saw me know matter where he was at. He helped me to become an independent person while being a single mother and always praised me for the accomplishments I made along the way. I'm sorry for your lose and that I didn't get to make to the visitation or service but you mom and dad will always have a very special place in my heart. May god be with you in this time of sorrow, you will be in my prayers.

  6. Kay Gregory, Marion, AR says
    February 19, 2012

    Sorry for your loss

  7. Donna Roddy, Beebe, Arkansas says
    February 18, 2012

    Uncle Bill will never be forgotten. He was always the same, never had a bad thing to say about anyone, and had that big, loving heart. He was there to help people in time of need. If someone needed a regrigerator, he would give it to them. I could go on and on about what he did for people in their time of need and how much he meant to our family. I had a dream a a couple of weeks ago that he was up and out of that hospital bed, walking around and talking. He is for sure doing that right now in Heaven. The last time I saw him is when I visited him at the hospital. He held my hand and told me how he felt about me. He let me know how proud he was of me. I will never forget that day. I love you uncle Bill!!!!

  8. rc and lillian trussell, cherokee village, arkansas says
    February 18, 2012

    so sorry for your loss.

  9. Barb & Tom Layton, Salem, OH says
    February 18, 2012

    We are so sorry for your loss.

  10. Jeri Stephanie, Jacob and Lauren Smith, Mooresville, IN says
    February 18, 2012

    We are thinking of the whole family today and sending you love and comfort. We honor the man that Bill Cook was and cherish memories of him always. In our hearts forever. We love you Uncle Bill.

  11. Sheila Bailey, Jonesboro, AR says
    February 18, 2012

    Larry and I want to express our condolences for the loss of Bill. We have fond memories of him over the years, and appreciated him. Larry is out of the country but wanted to make sure the family knew that we would be praying for them.With love and sympathy,Sheila and Larry Bailey

  12. Donna Walker, Trumann, AR says
    February 17, 2012

    Beth and Timmy,Your in my heart and prayers.

  13. Linda (Lively)West, Memphis,Tenn says
    February 17, 2012

    I am so sorrry to hear about Bills death.It was surely a great shock to me..he was a great person always caring and helping others at all times.A very sweet person.I know that he is now in hevan with Betty and that God and the Angels are noe taking care of them.May God bless you all. Linda (Lively) West

  14. Larry Shirley, Gassville, AR says
    February 17, 2012

    My sincere condolences go out to Bill’s family. He was an outstanding individual that cared about his community and served it well over the years.

  15. Vickie (Moon) Holden, Houston, Texas says
    February 17, 2012

    I was so sad to hear about Bill, he was a great man. I worked with him at the Truamann Chamber Of Commerce, he was always will to help with anything that was ask of him. Trumann has sure lost a good citizen, he will be missed. God Bless he's family at this time.

  16. Vickie (Moon) Holden, Houston, Texas says
    February 17, 2012

    I was so sad to hear about Bill, he was a great man. I worked with him at the Truamann Chamber Of Commerce, he was always will to help with anything that was ask of him. Trumann has sure lost a good citizen, he will be missed. God Bless he's family at this time.

  17. Donald Williams, Hickory, NC says
    February 17, 2012

    Sorry to hear of Bill's passing. He was a good man. I remember seeing him at the THS high school reunion last fall, he and I set next to each other at Sunday School the day after the reunion.

  18. Alan Ragsdale, Kingsport, TN says
    February 17, 2012

    Tim and Beth, your dad was an important person in my life and to this day I think often of the things I learned from him. We had a lot of fun at the store and out making deliveries and he was a great role model. My sympathies are with you and I'm grateful to have known Bill. Take care of yourselves and your families.

  19. Shirley Redd, Jonesboro, AR says
    February 17, 2012

    Another good citizen of my former hometown has gone home to his reward so this is a sad day for the city. I hope the family has peace with their lost and always have fond memories of him. May we only have good thoughts of Bill and his many accomplishments.

  20. Sherman & Delsie Wright, Trumann says
    February 17, 2012

    This was a good man. Kind, giving, loving, thoughtful, compassionate considerate, gentle.... He has left a legacy in Trumann. He will be missed.We both loved him.

  21. Tammy Medley Collier, Lake City, AR says
    February 16, 2012

    Tim and Beth: I am so sorry to hear about your dad. It is so hard loosing one parents and especially when you lose the last one. It does get better with prayer and time. Cry, laugh, and tell stories and then start over again. Keep the memories close and think of them often. Be thankful for the time you had with them and for the things they "taught" us and left with us.

  22. ken and Becky Allen, Batesville, Ar, says
    February 16, 2012

    Bill Cook was one of the finest people I have ever known. He was there for me as a Sunday school teacher, baseball and basketball mentor and he was so good to visit Becky's mom and dad and my mom and dad when they were ill. Our condolences to his family.

  23. susan and Jerry King, trumann says
    February 16, 2012

    We are so sorry for your loss. He was agreat friend and leader in our community. He was always there if we needed him and will never forget him.

  24. Eddie and Hazel Clem, Trumann, AR says
    February 16, 2012

    We are so saddened to learn aboutBill. We remember him from the day he worked at Firestone. He was such a wonderful person. Healways had a smile on his face, and he probably attended morevisitations and funerals than anyone in Trumann. Give our loveto Doyle (Sonny) and Mary. We willmiss seeing all of you. Hazel isstill battling cancer. Bill gaveEddie some special advice when Betty passed away. Eddie hasobeyed him and has appreciatedthe things that he said. He wasopen-minded and down-to earth. God will take care of all of us.We love you.

  25. Bernice Maglothin Bates, Jonesboro,Ark says
    February 16, 2012

    I'm so sorry. I loved him very much. He was always a friend and we looked forward to seeing him. We were friends all though our school years. He will now be with the Love Of His Life, Betty. They were always together.He will be missed by everyone.God Bless You.Bernice and Linda Maglothin

  26. connie carter, trumann, ar. says
    February 16, 2012

    my prayers to each of the family in your time of sorrow. bill was a great man. he is a part of my childhood memories. i loves visiting his store and seeing him and betty. god bless you all

  27. Jean Lucas & Family, Newport, Ar says
    February 16, 2012

    So Sorry for your loss. Thinking of all the family. Jean & Juanita

  28. Betty benson, Memphis TN says
    February 16, 2012

    My parents Alphia and Lowell Brooks send the family of their friend their deepest sympathy. My parents are not out much, but wanted to send you their prayers.Betty BensonMemphis TN

  29. Bryan Ruffin, Trumann, AR says
    February 16, 2012

  30. Stan Cragg, Conway, AR says
    February 16, 2012

    What a good, Godly man. Thoughts and prayers are with the family...

  31. Brian Keith Throgmaartin, memphis TN says
    February 15, 2012

    Alot of fun memories of man who brought joy to others. We will miss him our prayers are with the family.

  32. Amy Willhite, Jonesboro, AR says
    February 15, 2012

    Uncle Bill was the "ROCK" of our family. He was a solid christian man who loved the Lord with all of his heart and loved his family so much! His passing has left a huge void in all of our family, but we know we will see him again in Heaven. He left a legacy of faith and love that this family will hold on to. You are gone from the earth Uncle Bill but present with the Lord! Walking now healed and whole! We will see you when we get there! LOVE and Miss you!

  33. Tammy McNatt, Trumann, AR says
    February 15, 2012

    We were sad to hear of your loss. Bill you will be remembered with so much Love by all those who knew and loved you. I will forever cherish my childhood memories at Trumann Hardware. Also your smile and the Love you had for your family. Beth, our prayers are with you and all of your family. Heaven is a brighter place with your sweet "Daddy's" smile. Jimmy and Geneva Williams, Tammy and Shawna.

  34. Terry martin, Judsoina Arkansas says
    February 15, 2012

    Bill was a great man, I can't even start to name all the times when he helped me out. I will miss you Bill!!

  35. Ron & Kay Massey, JONESBORO,AR says
    February 15, 2012

    Our thoughts and prayers are with your family during this sorrowful time in your life

  36. Denise Dorton, Little Rock says
    February 15, 2012

    Dear Tim, Beth and family: I can't begin to tell you how much my heart hurts over the loss of your dad. Trumann has lost one of its greatest pillars, and our family has lost a true, valued and irreplaceable friend -- one who was there for us when we needed him most. We all loved him dearly and will miss his big smiles, warm hugs and giant heart. I bet he and daddy are already talking politics!!Keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers. It has been a long, tough road -- one our family knows too well. Praise God that the road ended in Glory.

  37. Ann (Rowlett) Trevathan, West Memphis, AR says
    February 15, 2012

    My deepest sympathies are extended to Bill's family. May God's love comfort you during this difficult time.

  38. Roland & Betty Love Gibson, Mc Allen, Tx. says
    February 15, 2012

    Sorry to hear this, BettyMay the Lord give you and the family rest and comfort.

  39. APRIL WRIGHT, TRUMANN, AR says
    February 15, 2012

    So sorry to hear of the passing of Mr. Cook. He was the nicest and sweetest man. My thoughts and prayers go out to the family.

  40. Sherry (Willis) McMunn, Marked Tree, AR says
    February 15, 2012

    Beth & Family,I am so sorry to hear about your dad. You are in my thoughts and prayers and hope you find strength in this difficult time.Sherry (Willis) McMunn(Daughter of Mary WillisGranddaughter of MaeBell Hilliard)

  41. Carolyn Moore Latting, Lake Mary, Florida says
    February 15, 2012

    His life is heart-touching. I never once talked to him that I didn't walk away smiling. My Mother (Georgia Lewis Moore) loved this amazing leader like a brother. He visited my mother even she was so ill, that she could no longer recognize him or understand his words. But this did not deter Bill, he knew that she recognized his voice as a friend and it brought her comfort..B

  42. George & Beth McClung Nunnally, Bentonville, AR says
    February 15, 2012

    You are all in our prayers. Lots of good memories of Bill and Betty when he worked at the Firestone Store.

  43. Courtney Lucas , says
    February 15, 2012

    My deepest sympathies to family and friends of Bill. He's a legend in this town and will be for many years to come. God Bless. RIP Mr. Bill Cook

  44. vicki fowler, Cherokee Village, AR says
    February 15, 2012

    Bill was such a good, caring man and will be greatly missed. Joyce and Al (Sonny) Watts. Cherokee Village, AR

  45. David L. Davis, Columbus, MS says
    February 15, 2012

    Tim,Sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. God bless your family during this time of loss.Your old friend,David

  46. Joe Crozier, Jr. & Wanda Lou Eldridge Crozier, Crossville, TN says
    February 15, 2012

    Trumann has lost one of its greatest citizens. Bill Cook was a devout Christian, an outstanding THS alumni, Eagle Scout, athlete, patriot, business man, City of Trumann advocate and all around good guy. He was one of the most compassionate individuals I have ever known. Bill Cook lived life to the fullest--a great role model. He will be greatly missed. I have fond memories of Bill; was privileged to be counted among his friends. We worked together and played together. Bill, my friend, may you rest in peace. I extend my sincere sympathy to Bill's family. Joe Crozier, Jr.

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