Gary Cooke, age 66, of AuGres, Michigan passed away on September 17, 2022, with his family by his side.
Gary was born on September 8, 1956, in Detroit, Michigan and spent his childhood in the area. He graduated from Holy Redeemer High School and went on to study at Detroit Engineering.
Gary had many hobbies over the years that consumed his time, but his favorites included working in the music industry and continuing that love of music at home, working on cars, model trains, building models, and spending time with his family. He also spent 18 years combined in the Marine and Army Reserves for our country.
Gary is survived by his wife, Holly Cooke; many cousins, most notably his partner in crime/cousin, Betsy Majchrzak; children, Niko, Cody, Nichelle, and Jessica; stepchildren, Ally & Andi Radhs; daughter in law, Cathy; grandchildren, Aysha, Kiley, Addison, and Dakota; and his nieces/nephews, Melenie Haidys, Jeremy Haidys (Danton Adair), Jay Haidys (Veronica Krajnik), Steven Haidys, and Danny Haidys. He is preceded in death by his son, Tim Cooke; daughter, Gabriela Cooke; and his mother, Mary McDonald.
Per Gary and the family’s wishes, cremation has taken place. Any memorial contributions may be made out to St. Jude Children’s Hospital, and you may offer online condolences at www.bureshfuneralhomes.com.