2023
Mark D. “Mick” Cook, 91, of Cutler, was called home to the Lord Sept 12, 2023. Mick was born to the late Joseph and Josephine Thompson Cook on August 21, 1932, in Cutler. Mick was the seventh of eight siblings and was raised on the family farm along the Wildcat Creek in Cutler. After graduating from Cutler High School in 1950, he joined the US Air Force during the Korean War and was stationed in Texas, Japan and O’Hare in Chicago. On January 8, 1955, Mick married Irma J Clem and they moved to St. Charles, Missouri where he worked for McDonnell Douglas and Trans World Airlines. They moved back a year later, and Mick farmed with his dad for 25 years. Mick was the rural letter carrier in Cutler for 30 years, retiring in 1994. After retirement Mick was a courier for Bright National Bank for 13 years. Mick was a member and past president of the Indiana Rural Letter Carrier Association and served as a delegate several times at the national convention. Mick was a 50-year member of the Masonic Lodge and the Scottish Rite Cathedral. Golf was a passion for Mick and he enjoyed golfing with his buddies. Mick was an active member, elder, deacon and youth leader at the Cutler Presbyterian Church, helped raise funds for the Adams Mill Covered Bridge restoration, volunteered at the mill, Cutler Fire Department and Ball Hill Cemetery for many years. Mick loved spending time with Irma, 3 daughters, 5 grandchildren, 6 great-grandchildren and 33 nieces and nephews. He always enjoyed talking to kids at family gatherings, church, on his mail route or uptown in Cutler. Mick is survived by his wife of 68 years, Irma Clem Cook. Three daughters: Terri (Dean) Sink of Flora, Tami Johanningsmeier of New Albany and Toni Cook of Cutler. Five grandchildren: Ryan Sink, Sara Underhill, Scott (Jennifer) Johanningsmeier, Susan (Ben) Smith and Lisa Johanningsmeier. Six great-grandchildren: Kyle and Kaci Underhill, Rachel and Rebecca Johanningsmeier, Hannah and Heidi Smith. Two sisters: Marjorie Squier Smith and Bonnie Wilson. He is preceded by his parents, siblings-Harold Cook, Virginia Brower Smith, William Cook, Belva Best and Robert Cook.
The Cook Family invites friends to visit Friday, September 22, 2023, at Wheeler Family Funeral Home-Baker Chapel, 204 S. Center Street, Flora, IN 46929 from 4:00pm to 8:00pm with Masonic Service at 7:30pm. A Celebration of Mark “Mick” Cook’s Life will be held at the Cutler Presbyterian Church Saturday, September 23, 2023, at 1:00pm with calling 1 hour prior. Mick’s grandson Scott Johanningsmeier and nephew Jason Burns will officiate. Burial to follow at Ball Hill Cemetery with military rites by the Carroll County Honor Guard. Memorials may be given in Mick’s name to Carroll County Manor.
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Benjamin Smith
September 17, 2023 11:57 am ·We will miss you grandpa, you’re the best, and we know you’re better off now in Gods arms. We can’t wait to see you again in Heaven!
Tom & Ann Ohl
September 17, 2023 1:01 pm ·He was loved & will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
Joe Cook
September 17, 2023 7:25 pm ·I am greatly saddened to hear of the loss of my Uncle Mick. He was a role model for me and the other men in our family in many ways, and he will be greatly missed. On behalf of my family I send condolences to Aunt Irma, Terri, Tammi, Toni and their families, and all who knew and loved Mick
JANET L KINGEN
September 18, 2023 7:44 am ·Terri,
I am so sorry for your loss. I know it is hard losing a parent. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family, during this time of grief.
Mark Alan Smith
September 18, 2023 9:51 am ·What a loss this will be to the Cutler area and for that matter the entire county. His accomplishments were many and a great example and legacy for future generations to follow. Blessings to Irma and family. Mark A. Smith, Carroll County Historian.
duane p. overholser
September 18, 2023 10:59 am ·sorry for your lost he will be missed by all i in ohio for the week so i can not come in person god will help you
Jamie Reef
September 18, 2023 10:35 pm ·Mick was a dear friend and golf buddy to my late husband Rich Reef. He and Rich loved their time together golfing and stopping for lunch afterwards. He and Irma were dear friends to Rich for over 70 years. My prayers for comfort and peace for all the families 🙏🙏🙏❤️❤️❤️
Dee Pirtle Schlatter
September 20, 2023 8:31 am ·Remembering Mick fondly today. Love and God’s Blessings to Irma, Terri, Tami and Toni.
Lafayette Urban Ministry
September 20, 2023 9:17 am ·The Board and Staff of Lafayette Urban Ministry wish to extend our sincerest condolences to Mark’s wife Irma, his daughters, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, sisters, nieces, nephews, and extended family and friends. May God hold all of you in the palm of His hand.
William Pickart
September 20, 2023 4:00 pm ·Our community has lost a great person. Feel so fortunate to have known him.
Heartfelt condlences to his family.
Phyllis Moore
September 21, 2023 10:57 am ·So Sorry Irma, about Mick, I know he will be missed by many. God Bless you and your family. Phyllis (Davis) Mrs Don R. Moore 1st.Former Carroll County Museum Curator, for 45 years. Phyllis
Paul W Davis
September 21, 2023 1:37 pm ·Terri,
My sincere sympathy to you and your entire family in your loss of a good man. My dad, working in the Flora post office for many years, would often speak of your dad as a very special person and a hard worker. Wishing all the peace and comfort possible.
Paul W Davis
September 21, 2023 11:03 pm ·Terri,
My deep and sincere sympathy to you and your entire family for your loss of a good man. I remember my dad who worked for years at the Flora post office, telling me your dad was a great person and a hard worker. As you go through this difficult time, always set aside time to hold onto the good memories.
Zackary Roth
September 22, 2023 5:05 pm ·Mick was such a kind hearted and charitable person. The only times I recall any anger from him was when he had a terrible slice on his golf swing haha. Mick meant a lot to me and I will always remember him. I send my most sincere condolences to Toni and Irma. Mick will always be loved and missed❤️
Debra Kingery Gaul
September 27, 2023 11:37 pm ·I was saddened to hear of Mick’s passing. The Cutler community has lost one of its finest. My deepest sympathies to Irma, Terri, Tami and Toni.
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