William Cooke
Sep 09, 2025 – Nov 06, 2008
William Alfred Cooke, 83, of Mineral, formerly of Alexandria, passed away Thursday, November 6, 2008 at UVA Medical Center in Charlottesville. He was born September 9, 1925 in Grayson, Kentucky to the late William Marcus Cooke and Dora Bays Cooke.
William served his country in the United States Navy during World War II and received a Bronze Star. He retired from Krispy Kreme as a store manager in Falls Church after 42 years. He later attended Elk Creek Baptist Church in Mineral.
William is survived by his wife of 61 years, Ervene Murphy Cooke. He is also survived by his 6 sons, 2 brothers, 3 sisters, and 10 grandchildren.
A visitation will be held from 6-8 p.m. with a funeral service beginning at 8 p.m. on Wednesday, November 12, 2008 at Woodward Funeral Home in Louisa. A graveside service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, November 13, 2008 at Quantico National Cemetery with military honors.
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the American Lung Association of VA, 9221 Forest Hill Ave., Louisa, VA 23235.
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We love you PopGrandpaand, will always keep you in our hearts, minds, and prayers! God Bless You !
Bruce and family,My deepest sympathies go out to you and your entire family during this difficult time. We are truly sorry for your loss and wish you all strength to navigate the coming days and years ahead.Warm regards,Angella
We will never be able to repay for the life lessons learned through your loving care! We love you and you`ll be missed.Bruce, Maria, Gerson, Edwin, Baby X
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Although I only briefly met him at Bruce and Marie`s wedding, Bruce is a man of incredible integrity that I am sure can be at least partially credited to his father. My condolences to the entire Cooke family at this time of sorrow. Remember to celebrate his memory and look forward to the day you will be joined again.
Mrs. Cooke we are so sorry to hear about your lost. Keeping you and your family in our paryers.
Our prayers are with the the Cooke family and friends. Godspeed
Your family is in our prayers.
My prayers are with the whole family. I am so sorry to hear about the loss of a wonderful person.
We are sorry to hear of your loss. I know he will be missed dearly.
In your time of loss, our prayers and thoughts go out to you and your family. God bless and watch over you and your family.