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Cooke, Thomas "Tom" Samuel

Electrician Loved Fishing And Riding His Motorcycle

  • Saturday, September 30, 2023
Thomas Samuel Cooke, 65, of Cleveland, passed away on September 26, 2023.

Thomas, fondly known as Tom, was born to J. D. and Helen Cooke on May 6, 1958 in Cleveland. He was an electrician who loved fishing, riding his motorcycle and spending time with his family. Tom was a great father and an avid Tennessee Vols fan.

Tom is survived by his mother, Helen Cooke; and son, Clinton (Amy) Cooke. He is also survived by his brothers and sisters, Robert (Nancy) Cooke, William (Bill) Cooke, Janette Cooke (Walter Bembenista), Kay Kalfas (Bobby Slater) and Joy Storey (Chuck Baxter), along with many nephews and nieces and grandson, Carter. Tom is also survived by his former spouse, Teresa Cooke Massey.

Tom was predeceased by his father, J.D. Cooke.

Tom's family will accept family and friends for visitation on Friday, Oct. 6 from 4-6 p.m. at Companion Funeral and Cremation Services in Cleveland. Service to immediately follow.

Share a personal memory of Tom or your condolences with his family at his online memorial at www.companionfunerals.com.

Companion Funeral Home of Cleveland and the Cody family are honored to assist the family with these arrangements.
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