William “Bill” J. Cooke, of The Villages, FL, formerly of Cleveland, OH, passed away on September 19, 2017, due to complications after surgery for esophageal cancer at The Villages Regional Hospital. Beloved husband of 50 years to Bonnie; dear father of Courtland, Waxhaw, NC, and Chad, Atlanta, GA; loving grandfather of Cora and Bryce, Waxhaw, NC; and brother of Robert, Cleveland, OH. Bill was also known as a friend to many. Private seaside services will be held at a later date in Myrtle Beach, SC.
