Paul N. Cook, 91, of Bartonville, passed away at 5:30 a.m. Sunday, February 23, 2020 at his home. He was born on May 11, 1928 in Peoria, a son of Ray and Ora (Nall) Cook. He married Mary Ann Zonis on March 8, 1952 in Peoria. She preceded him in death on January 6, 2011 in McAllen, TX.
Paul is survived by his two children, Tina (Jeff) Taggart of Peoria and Timothy Cook of East Peoria; four grandchildren, Joe (Lizzy) Taggart and Emmy Taggart, both of Bloomington, Tom Taggart and Anna Taggart, both of Peoria; one great-grandson, Fulton Joseph Taggart of Bloomington; and several nieces and nephews. He was also preceded in death by his parents; son, Danny Ray Cook; daughter, Paula Kay Meyers; six brothers; and four sisters.
Paul was a United States Army veteran, serving during the Korean War. He worked as a foreman for Peoria Water Company for over 30 years, retiring in 1990.
He was a member of Trinity Presbyterian Church in Bartonville.
Paul’s graveside service will be at 1:00 p.m. Wednesday, February 26, 2020 at Lutheran Cemetery in Peoria with full military honors. Rev. Stephen Barch will officiate.
Memorials may be made to Trinity Presbyterian Church in Bartonville.
Online condolences may be sent to Paul’s family at www.davison-fulton-bartonvillechapel.com.
