Bruce Austin Cook
June 19, 1945 - May 31, 2017
Missed but never forgotten
Bruce Austin Cook, 71, passed away on Wednesday, May 31, 2017 at the IHC in Murray. Bruce was surrounded by family and friends after a courageous battle against T-Cell Lymphoma. He was a loving son, brother, husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. Son of Austin Alburn Cook and Kate Button Cook raised in Sandy, Utah, where he attended Jordan High. He dedicated 35 years of his life working for Sandy City.
Bruce had a passion for many things in life, number one being his wife, family, and dogs. He loved riding motorcycles, collecting guns, working on his 55 Crown Vic and was an amazing craftsman in many different areas. He loved coaching and cherished the relationships he built with the players, he was truly a grandpa to all. Bruce and his soul mate Kay loved to travel, but their biggest passion was to watch their kids and grandkids play sports no matter the distance.
He is survived by the love of his life Kay; two sons Troy (Wendy) and Chad (Chaundale); his grandkids Carlin (Marissa), Chaun (Ashley), Amanda, Skylar; great grandkids Addison, Mekenna, and Sadie; siblings Kaaron Davis, KoraLynn Drake, Joyce Peterson, Brent Cook and his sidekick Mike Drake.
A celebration of his life will be held on Tuesday, June 6th from 6:00 to 8:00 PM at Starks Funeral Parlor, 3651 South 900 East, Salt Lake City, where casual attire is encouraged. Complimentary valet parking provided on the north side of the building. Online condolences may be offered and a tribute slideshow may be viewed at www.starksfuneral.com
The family would like to thank everyone for the love and support that was given through these difficult times. A special thanks to IHC building 5, floor 5 & 9 doctors, nurses, and support staff.
In Loving Memory
Bruce, you were a treasure to your family and a treasure to your community. Thank you. From the folks at Sandy City Public Works.
Mike Gladbach
Sandy, Ut
Bruce & Kay have been our treasured neighbors for over 20 years. Bruce was such a wonderful friend. Always willing to lend a hand whenever we needed it. We will miss him. Our prayers go out to his family.
Joanne & Kathy Jones
Sandy, Ut
Prayers and love to Kay, Troy, Chad and family. I had the privilege to spend many summer days at the Cook home and even more playing football, basketball, or baseball with Troy. Bruce and Kay were fixtures at all of those games and always had a kind or encouraging word for all of Troy's teammates. Rest in peace dear Bruce.
Mark Geiselmayr
Ephraim, UT