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Arlanza Cook Sr.

12/04/1938 - 03/24/2022

Obituary For Arlanza Cook Sr.

1SGT(Ret) Arlanza L. Cook I, passed away Thursday at his home at the age of 83.

A native of Seale, Alabama and the son of the late Jackson and Lillie Scott Cook, Mr. Cook was a proud graduate of William H. Spencer High School, Class of 56 and a US Army Veteran of the Vietnam Conflict retiring after over 28 years of service, receiving numerous medals and awards. He also retired as a Correctional Officer at the Jack T. Rutledge Correctional Institute after 16 years of service. A devout member of Holsey Chapel C.M.E. Church.

Survivors include his beloved wife of 59, Mrs. Alma Hall Cook; two loving children, Arlanza Lee Cook II and Arlene Cook Stubbs; four grandchildren and one great grandchild; a brother, Johnnie L. cook, Sr; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Mr. Cook will be laid to rest with full military honors at Main Post Cemetery on Thursday, March 31, 2022 following a Eleven O’clock AM Homegoing Celebration in the sanctuary of Holsey Chapel C.M.E. Church officiated by Pastor Curtis West. Arrangements entrusted to Progressive Funeral Home, Inc

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Services

Interment

Mar
31
Main Post Cemetery

7381 Ingersoll St
Ft. Benning, GA 31905

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Homegoing Celebration

Mar
31
Holsey Chapel CME Church

718 8th St
Columbus, GA 31901

11:00 AM
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Condolences & Tributes

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Mrs. Cook and The Cook Family, you all are in my prayers. Mr. Cook always had an encouraging word and his bright smile to share. Our many encouraging conversations will remain with me always.

Rest in peace, Dear Sir. You will be missed.

LaWanda S. Neely

Deepest condolences to the CookFamily.Mr. Cook always greeted you with laughter and a smile He exemplified A Servants ❤️ Rest In GOD ARMS our Holsey Brother

Linda Hunt

Hello family, it's heartbreaking to know Uncle Arlanza has passed. It has been a long time since I saw him last. But, I've always remembered the laugh he had and the smile with it. Blessings to you all. Barbara Ann 💙 New York

Barbara Ann Colt

The Averett and Johnson family, wishes to extend our heartfelt condolences during this most difficult time. We stand with you as you mourn the passing of Mr. Cook. He was a true "gentle giant" of a man, working so diligently within the CME church. He will truly be missed. May the Lord comfort you. Cheryl Averett-Johnson, Corene Averett

Cheryl Averett-Johnson

The Family of Bro. Arlanza Cook, Sr I am at loss for words at this time but just know I share your grief. It was always a pleasure to be in Bro Cooks company. Such a funny and dedicated man, always in a good mood.

I ask God to give you strength to endure this loss and find the peace. Blessing and love to this Family.

He will truly be misssed at Holsey Chapel.

Barbara Smith

Mr.Cook was truly a man of God and it was my honor to know him. Prayers to the Cook family. Patrick James Ware, Savannah Georgia.

Patrick Ware

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