Marshall Hamilton Cook
February 17, 1950 ~ January 26, 2017
Marietta Southern Cremations & Funerals
Marshall Hamilton Cook, 66, of Atlanta, Georgia passed away on Thursday, January 26, 2017. He is survived by his two children, Brent Cook and Tiffany Cook; three grandchildren, Alexis Cook, Kaili Cook, and Kian Cook; sister Shelia Sikes and brother Kenny Cook. Marshall began losing his eyesight in his late 20's, but never let that stand in the way of enjoying his life to the fullest. He had a great zest for life, a ready smile, and a kind word for anyone who needed it. Over the years Marshall worked with the Georgia Council of the Blind, the Blind and Low Vision Center of North Georgia, the Center for the Visually Impaired, and even became a guide for the awareness raising exhibition, "Dialogue in the Dark." Services will be held on Sunday, January 29 at Southern Cremations and Funerals, 1861 Dallas Hwy., Marietta, Georgia, with visitation at 1:00 and a memorial at 2:00. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Center for the Visually Impaired, 739 W. Peachtree St., Atlanta, Georgia.
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‘So Sorry to hear about Marshall. I am thinking about you Sheila and family during this time . May you feel God’s presence surround you.’
‘Brent you truly had a amazing and wonderful dad, I know he was a wonderful grandfather to your children and to Tiffany’s too, he adored them all so much. Sweet sweet Marshall…it just won’t be the same without you anymore. You were such a terrific person, wonderful friend to Allen & welcomed me with open arms. Best hugs I ever got were from you. I will treasure the pictures you took of mine & Allen’s wedding especially the one with the fog over our heads. Allen & I both said you captured our parents spirits leaving after the wedding was over. You agreed with us too. You amazed me fixing my Blazer when the alternator went out that night at your condo. It won’t be the same not being able to talk to you anymore, but one day we will. Marshall you touched the lives of so many people and we all will never forget you.. You are and where amazing. Love to You I will miss you. Rest in peace sweet friend….I hope we’ll meet again.’
‘Praying for peace & comfort to you, Sheila & all of your family.’
‘Marshall became a very good friend after working together at Dialog in the Dark. He always said “People First, Blind Second”. He was a funny and kind and loved to around people. I am so sorry for his family. May you rest in heavenly peace. I will see you again in Heaven. Debra Blake’
‘I’m so sad. I just can’t believe you’re gone. Please save me a spot by the pool and give Buffy a kiss from me. I’ll see you soon. Rest In Peace, Marshall Cook.’
‘I was saddened to learn about the passing of Marshall. I had not seen or heard from him in many years, but remember how witty he was as a teenager. He always made you laugh. Such a positive person. My prayers and thoughts go out to family and friends. Rest in peace.’
‘Papa Bear, I miss you so much! You were the funniest person I’ve ever met in my entire life and always got me cracking up so hard . I can hear all your funny lines in my head right now and I can hear you laughing so hard and I just makes me want to laugh so hard you are the best , if I ever got the least bit grumpy he would totally crack me up and completely change my mood I love that about you.
I want you to go find a nice lake get a nice house boat and a nice fishing rod and just kick back and take it easy . Even when you were not doing so well recently we went out in November and you still managed to crack me up you never complained about your own condition and you were just getting around however you could do it as best you can and being very funny entertaining great companion .
It is sad there is nobody that can replace you you’re one of a kind but I’m happy to have all of the memories with you I’ll never forget him and your voice lives on in my head right now and forever. . Just take a nice long rest and total peace I love you I miss you
Erik’
‘Marshall, your work on earth is done. Rest in peace my friend. Always loved you.’
‘Our sadness is knowing that we just can’t pick up the phone to talk about old times, and fun memories. My joy is knowing that Marshall has received the gift, of everlasting life, in one of our phone conversations when he told me that he accepted Jesus as his savior. Marshall told me it was the most awesome, beautiful feeling, knowing he was free of his burdens. Knowing this fills my sadness with joy. Knowing he is now well and he has his eye site back. Over the years, and our growing up time are filled with wonderful memories, that are now treasures. My heart is with you Shelia, Kenny, Brent, and Marshall’s beautiful grand children.’