Kenneth W. Cook

In loving memory of Kenneth W. Cook of Orion, Illinois, who departed this world on March 5, 2026 at the age of 78. Kenneth leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Chester Cook and Isabelle Cook (Vaughn); his brothers, Duke and Joe Cook; and his brother-in-law Gary Rutledge (Michelle).

He is survived by: his wife Lori Cook of Orion, Illinois; his children, Kenneth Cook Jr. (Lauren) of Orion, Nichole Cook (Ian Frazee) of Cleveland and Robin Kelly (Neil) of Rock Island, Illinois; his grandchildren, Parker, Ryker, Sophia, Emma of Eleanor, J. D., Charlotte and Sydney; his siblings, Jim Cook (Mary), Maggie Butterfield and Candy Tolmie (Bill); and his siblings-in-law, David Rutledge (Kerie), Allen Rutledge (Shelly), Cheryl Ward (Steve) and Wendy Marver (Rick).

A graveside service will be held on Friday, March 13th 2026 at 1:00 PM at the Rock Island National Cemetery (1600 River Dr, Moline, IL 61265).

Memorials may be made to the Orion American Legion Post #255.