Jeffrey Cook

Jeffrey Cook

Jeffrey Cook
August 7, 1953 – June 10, 2023
Knoxville, Iowa | Age 69

Jeffrey LaVerne Cook, 69, of Knoxville died June 10, 2023, at his home in Knoxville. He was born August 7, 1953, in Oskaloosa, Iowa, the son of Nelson and Laura Rice Cook, Sr.

Jeff graduated from Oskaloosa High School with the class of 1971.

Following high school, he enlisted in the United States Navy. After a short time in the Navy, he was medically discharged.

Jeff returned to Oskaloosa and worked various places, including Clow Valve for many years. He also worked for the V.A. in Knoxville transporting patients to various appointments.

Jeff enjoyed fishing, playing cards, and an occasional trip to the casino. Jeff was very good on the computer and would often help family members with technical problems. He also enjoyed chatting with his friends on-line.

His family includes his mother, Laura Cook of Oskaloosa; his siblings, Jack (& Cathy) Cook of Florida, Peggy Kauzlarich of Centerville, Arcey Davis of Missouri, Suzann Cook (& Emory Gay) of Rose Hill, and Carl (& Tammy) Cook of Kaiser, Missouri; and many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

He was preceded in death by his father, Nelson, Sr.; a brother, Nelson Cook; a brother-in-law, Mick Kauzlarich; and his grandparents.

As was Jeff’s wish, his body has been cremated. The Bates Funeral Chapel is in charge of the arrangements.
A private family memorial service will be held at a later date.

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