Bill Cooke 84 of Ocala, Florida passed away peacefully December 9th surrounded by his loving family.

He was born in Gulfport Mississippi, attended high school in Cairo Illinois, and graduated from Southern Illinois University where he earned his bachelor of science degree in Civil Engineering.

Bill is survived by his wonderful wife Sue of 41 years. A son Greg (Kendra) Tampa, FL, his daughter Krista (Matt) Mt Juliet, TN. Brian (Jenny) Pueblo West, CO A brother Joe Springfield, IL. Bill was a devoted husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather. He was known as grandaddy by his grandson Brett, Cory, Dillon, grand daughter Chloe, and great grandchildren Talon and Adley. He leaves behind his sisters-in-law Dot, Martha, Ann, Rita and a brother-in- law Tommy.

His parents Lenora and William Cooke preceded him in death.

Celebration Of Life will be Friday December 15th at 11:00am at Christ's Church 6768 SW 80th St, Ocala, FL

A Celebration Of Life will be held in Paducah, KY at a later date

In lieu of flowers donations can be made to E.W. & Lucille Cates House 9505 SW 110th St Ocala, Fl. or Christ's Church 6768 SW 80th St Ocala, FL