Allan V. Cooke Jr. Obituary

In accordance with his wish cremation will take place and private family services will be held at a later date. Memorials may be made to the Kalamazoo Humane Society or the charity of one's choice, c/o the funeral home.

Age 69, passed away at his home on January 7, 2024. He was born in Detroit, MI, the son of the late Allan Sr. and Mary (Neydon) Cooke. Allan was a kind man who enjoyed the simple things in life. He loved his family, his friends, and was especially fond of his pet cats. Early in his life he worked as a trim operator in the paper industry. When not working he enjoyed being outdoors gardening or fishing and he loved to write poetry. On October 19, 1980, he married Melanie Mood who preceded him in passing. Allan is survived by two loving siblings, Sarah (David) Baughman and David (Donna) Cooke; cousin, Charles (Alma) Cooke; several nieces, nephews and friends.