Richard Lynn Cook
October 1, 1959 ~ October 1, 2023
Richard Lynn Cook, 64, of Jefferson City, passed away Sunday, October 1, 2023, at his residence surrounded by his family.
He was born October 1, 1959, in St. Louis, the son of Uhlan Allen and Lily Louise (Sullivan) Cook.
Richard was a 1978 graduate of Cabool High School and received an Associate’s degree in Electronics from Missouri Technical School in 1986.
He was united in marriage on October 15, 1983, at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Jefferson City to Karen Louise Kresl who survives at the home.
Richard worked at various companies including Frozen Foods Express as a truck driver, Acme Rental & 905 Liquor setting up events in the St. Louis area, was a store manager for Radio Shack, and was an Enumerator for the USDA – NASS Missouri Field Office. In his spare time, Richard worked at Richard Moffat Auction Service and Jefferies & Smart Auctions. He was always bringing home treasures from the auctions.
Richard’s most rewarding job was raising his three children. He was really excited to be a Grandpa and spoil his granddaughter, Lily.
He was a member of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church. He was Boy Scout Leader. He enjoyed quilting, a skill he learned from his late mother, Lily. Richard loved to tinker on anything that needed fixing.
Survivors include his wife, Karen Cook, Jefferson City; three children, Joseph Cook, Jefferson City; Katelyn (Tevin) Townson, Columbia; William (Andrea) Cook, Ashland; one granddaughter, Lily Townson; two siblings, Linda Cantrell, Springfield, MO; Kathy Cook, Mountain Grove, MO; and a sister-in-law, Sena Cook, Waynesville.
He was preceded in death by his parents; two sisters, Irene (Jr.) Manning, Mary (Carol) Woods; two brothers, John Cook, James Cook; and a brother-in-law, Lester Cantrell.
Visitation will be 2:30-5 p.m. Sunday, October 8, 2023, at Trimble Funeral Homes – Jefferson City with a prayer service at 2 p.m.
Mass of Christian Burial will be 10 a.m. Monday at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church with the Rev. Matthew Flatley officiating.
Burial will be in Resurrection Catholic Cemetery.
Memorials are suggested to the family for Richard’s future grandchildren’s educational needs (checks payable to Karen Cook).
Services entrusted to Trimble Funeral Homes – Jefferson City. trimblefunerals.com
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Sorry for your lost, my thoughts and prayers are with you all. Know he is in a better place, & remember all the good times.
When Sam and I had Paula shoe repair and the building caught on fire Rick and Karen were there to help us get the shoes out and eventually move our equipment across the street to reopen. Rick and Karen were always there for me. As the years passed they were always the same and forever friends. He will be missed. Love and prayers for the family’s
We are praying for you all. has purchased Designer’s Choice Arrangement for Richard Cook
Just met Rick and Karen about 3 or 4 years ago when Tevin and Katelyn got together they came to Tevin’s graduation party it was like we knew them all our lives. Rick and Tevin’s grandpa would have gotten a long great both good old country guys. I am really going to miss Rick he would always talk to me and was a funny man with his stories was and awe person it was like our families belong together. Karen just wanted you to know I love you too and if anything I can do just ask.
So very sorry about Rick. He came to see us a few times while in Cabool and Jim so enjoyed his visits. I have several of the “cake Fluffers” that Rick got for me at auctions and he would never let me pay for them!!! He will be missed ❤️
Karen ,
So sorry to hear about Rick.
Please know you and the kids are in my thoughts and prayers.
Karen, I was so shocked to see that Richard had pass, my deepest sympathy to you and your family. Always enjoyed visiting with him when he came into the bank.
Well, Linda’s ornery little brother beat us again… Rick was always full of life and mischief, but in a fun way. He could always make you laugh no matter how mad you might be at him! He will be missed. Our condolences to Karen and the family.
Love Trisha & Shawn has purchased Pure Peace for Richard Cook
May the Lord be with you on this bitter-sweet day of tears & smiles. We’ll always have fond memories of being at school with “Cookie.” He was quite the character back then. When we saw him at the 40th Class Reunion a few years ago, that had clearly not changed & it made us smile. God fill you all with the peace of Jesus Christ which passes all human understanding.
My sympathies for Richard’s family. He was a wonderful fellow and I enjoyed so much working with him at Radio Shack. It didn’t seem like work when Richard was around because we all enjoyed and liked what we did and enjoyed the company of each other. It was w good time and a tribute to a good person. Prayers for Richard’s family and friends.
Karen, our hearts and prayers go out to you, your kids and granddaughter on hearing of Ric’s passing. May God grant him blissful peace and tranquility as he navigates to that Kingdom of peace and harmony in the great beyond. And may you find resiliency and purpose in the days ahead. Our love to you . . . Ralph & Darlene.