Herbert M. Cook

Herbert Merle “Herb” Cook Birth 24 May 1929 Rensselaer, Jasper County, Indiana Death 9 Oct 2021 Francesville, Pulaski County, Indiana Burial Roseland Cemetery Francesville, Pulaski County, Indiana son of Robert Cook and Merle Ruby Mooney

Herbert M. Herb Cook, 92, of Francesville, IN went home to be with the Lord at 4:10 AM Saturday, October 9, 2021. He passed away peacefully at his residence surrounded by his family.

Herb was born on May 24, 1929 in Rensselaer, IN to the late Robert and Merle R. [Mooney] Cook.

He graduated from Rensselaer High School and served in the US Army during the Korean War.

Herb married Suzanne Suz Gutwein on December 27, 1952 in Francesville. She survives.

Herb was a member of the Apostolic Christian Church in Francesville. He was a man of faith and true convictions. Herb was passionate about helping others. He was outgoing, friendly, and had a great sense of humor.

Herb was active in the local Republican Party. He served many years on the Merit Board for the Pulaski County Sheriffs Department. He was very patriotic and was honored to be a member of a Gold Star Family (having lost his brother, Dick, during WWII).

In 2018, Herb had the privilege to participate with fellow veterans in an Honor Flight to W ashington D.C.

Herb was a loving and devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather. He enjoyed spending time with his family.

Herb will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved him.

He is survived by

Suzanne Suz [Gutwein] Cook, Francesville, IN Wife

Dale (Debb) Cook, Rensselaer, IN Son

Miriam Mim (David) Wuethrich, Francesville, IN Daughter

Salli (Ray) Morris, Benton, LA Daughter

Melissa (Tim) Bender, Winona Lake, IN Daughter

Brad (Michelle) Cook, Fishers, IN Son

Bryan (Jenny) Cook, Zionsville, IN Son

Deborah Debbie Cook, Francesville, IN Daughter-in-law

Patricia K. Pat Cook, Sister-in-law

Many Nieces, Nephews, and Cousins

Preceded in death by:

Robert and Merle R. [Mooney] Cook, Parents

Robert Lynn Bob Cook, Son

Washington Wallace Cook, Brother

Joseph John Joe Cook, Brother

Lois Marguerite Gibbs, Sister

2LT Robert Richard Dick Cook USAAF KIA, Brother

Philip Gilbert Phil Cook, Brother

Thomas Douglas Tom Cook, Brother

Visitation will be from 4-8 PM EDT Tuesday, October 12, 2021 at Frain Mortuary Querry-Ulbricht Chapel in Francesville, IN.

Funeral Services will be held at 11 AM EDT Wednesday, October 13, 2021 at the Apostolic Christian Church in Francesville, IN with Ministers of the Church officiating.

Burial will take place at Roseland Cemetery in Francesville, IN. The American Legion will conduct Military Graveside Services

Memorial Contributions may be made to LifeWise Academy at West Central Schools, Humanitarian Distribution Center, or HarvestCall.

Online Tributes may be offered at www. frainmortuary. com

Arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary Querry-Ulbricht Chapel in Francesville, IN.