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Glenn Eugene Cook, 91 was born October 11, 1934 in Buffalo, Illinois to Glen C. Cook and Annabelle (Young) Cook. He married Agnestine (Taylor) Cook and although they officially parted ways, the two remained very close friends, expressing their love for one another until her passing in April 2025. The two shared one daughter Elizabeth “Diane” Cook Felton.
Gene Cook was affectionately known as “Genie” by family members, and "Gene Cook” throughout the community among friends, associates and coworkers. Yes, as if it were one name – two syllables. He attended Tri-City schools (grade and high school) progressing and graduating in 1948 and 1952, respectively. Interestingly, considering the time frame in which he attended rural Tri-City High (late 40s – early 50s) he received a certificate of credit for “typing” (specifically, 45 words a minute); an award for “Meritorious Participation” in “Manager” status (1951-52), and received a championship award for Ping Pong (1947-48). He served in the U.S. Military (Army) receiving an honorable discharge in March 1963 from the Reserve - due to time served with acknowledgement of gratitude for service to his country.
Following his military release, he relocated from his birth home (Buffalo) to nearby Springfield (IL) and was employed by Fiat Allis (Chalmers) for a considerable period of time and ultimately Illinois Bell (AT & T) for 32 years as a driver and member of I.B.E.W. Local 399. While employed by Illinois Bell, he also held a part-time position with local businessman, A. D. Van Meter including responsibilities as grounds crewman, which I’m certain inspired him to use the skills he acquired for the installation of the most beautiful flowerbed at our own home. I recall the beauty of those flowers – with a perfect view from our porch swing - as one of my fondest childhood memories. He held both positions without interruption, until his retirement. He received numerous accolades from Illinois Bell for excellence in performance, safe driving and perfect attendance for his entire 32 plus years. He also held membership within a local group (Outdoorsman) of like-minded career and family-oriented gentlemen who participated in various activities in the community. He was known to be a sharp dresser, loved his collection of dress hats, ball caps and his beloved NBA sports team the Chicago Bulls.
He was a long-term resident of the Arc at Sangamon Valley (formerly known as Lewis Memorial Christian Village) until his passing on January 15, 2026. He was preceded in this circle of life by both parents Glen and Annabelle Cook, and his brother John L. Cook.
He is survived by his daughter E. Diane Cook Felton; 3 grandchildren Tashika M. Cook, Nakisha L. Felton, Henry H. Felton II; 8 great-grandchildren; 8 great-great-grandchildren and his special son Henry H. Felton Sr. (whom he spoke fondly of often), 2 nieces Linda Fisher and Shirley Richardson, 1 nephew John L. Cook Jr., and several cousins, other relatives and friends in the community who held him in high regard.
Gene Cook was affectionately known as “Genie” by family members, and "Gene Cook” throughout the community among friends, associates and coworkers. Yes, as if it were one name – two syllables. He attended Tri-City schools (grade and high school) progressing and graduating in 1948 and 1952, respectively. Interestingly, considering the time frame in which he attended rural Tri-City High (late 40s – early 50s) he received a certificate of credit for “typing” (specifically, 45 words a minute); an award for “Meritorious Participation” in “Manager” status (1951-52), and received a championship award for Ping Pong (1947-48). He served in the U.S. Military (Army) receiving an honorable discharge in March 1963 from the Reserve - due to time served with acknowledgement of gratitude for service to his country.
Following his military release, he relocated from his birth home (Buffalo) to nearby Springfield (IL) and was employed by Fiat Allis (Chalmers) for a considerable period of time and ultimately Illinois Bell (AT & T) for 32 years as a driver and member of I.B.E.W. Local 399. While employed by Illinois Bell, he also held a part-time position with local businessman, A. D. Van Meter including responsibilities as grounds crewman, which I’m certain inspired him to use the skills he acquired for the installation of the most beautiful flowerbed at our own home. I recall the beauty of those flowers – with a perfect view from our porch swing - as one of my fondest childhood memories. He held both positions without interruption, until his retirement. He received numerous accolades from Illinois Bell for excellence in performance, safe driving and perfect attendance for his entire 32 plus years. He also held membership within a local group (Outdoorsman) of like-minded career and family-oriented gentlemen who participated in various activities in the community. He was known to be a sharp dresser, loved his collection of dress hats, ball caps and his beloved NBA sports team the Chicago Bulls.
He was a long-term resident of the Arc at Sangamon Valley (formerly known as Lewis Memorial Christian Village) until his passing on January 15, 2026. He was preceded in this circle of life by both parents Glen and Annabelle Cook, and his brother John L. Cook.
He is survived by his daughter E. Diane Cook Felton; 3 grandchildren Tashika M. Cook, Nakisha L. Felton, Henry H. Felton II; 8 great-grandchildren; 8 great-great-grandchildren and his special son Henry H. Felton Sr. (whom he spoke fondly of often), 2 nieces Linda Fisher and Shirley Richardson, 1 nephew John L. Cook Jr., and several cousins, other relatives and friends in the community who held him in high regard.