Melba Jeane Cook Obituary

We are sad to announce that on February 10, 2023, at the age of 92, Melba Jeane Cook of Humboldt, Nebraska, born in Omaha, Nebraska passed away. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Raymond R. Ried and Lela L. Ried (Behrends); her husband Joseph Cook; and her brother Raymond Ried, Jr. (Melba). She is survived by: her daughter Sherri Thames (Charlie) of Humboldt, NE; and her grandchildren, Daniel Thames (Amanda) of Rapid City, SD and Laura Packett (Justin) of Table Rock, NE. She is also survived by three great-grandchildren, and many other relatives and friends.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Wherry Mortuary

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February 17, 2023

Janet Twombly wrote a sympathy message

“We are thinking of you in your loss and praying for your family. Melba and Joe were both very faithful. We will always remember them and their dedication in serving the Lord. They made the long trip to St. Joseph to worship with us regularly when they were able. Tim & Janet Twombly”

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