Truman Cook

Our father, Truman N. Cook, was born Feb. 23, 1926, in Cape Girardeau, to Robert L. and Mary Jane Cook.

While living in Missouri, he married the love of his life, Eula, with whom he shared four daughters: Jane Howry (Bob), Nancy Hamlet (John), Cindy McClanathan (Michael) and Mary Ann Castelhano (Ed).

Upon leaving Missouri in 1955, they chose to settle in Phoenix. As a resident of Phoenix he formed CB Construction Co., constructing both residential and commercial buildings as a general contractor. His faithful service lead him to assist in the planning, development and construction of numerous churches.

His service to the community began as a member of the Isaac School District Governing Board. His interest in supporting Christian education lead him to fund the Cook-Bishop Scholarship at Grand Canyon University where he later received the degree of doctor of public service. His vision and dedication to senior adults of Arizona led him to be a founder of the Arizona Southern Baptist Retirement Centers of Arizona.

During his tenure he served as a member and president of the board of directors of the Arizona Baptist Retirement Centers Inc. He also received the Distinguished Donor Award from the Baptist Senior Life Ministries and the Arizona Baptist Retirement Center in recognition of his outstanding contributions and support. He was also a driving force behind the vision and leadership in planting the Assisted Living Green Houses at the Baptist Village Youngtown Campus. In recognition, the project was constructed in the names of Truman and Eula Cook.

In service to his Lord, our father served as a Bible study teacher, deacon, and worked with fellow believers in the establishment of First Southern Baptist Church of Sun City West. His faithful commitment to his Lord, family and community has served as a role model to his wife, children, 11 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren who survive him.

Our father went home to be with his Lord on Tuesday, March 9, 2010.

Surely our father heard the words of our Lord, "Well done faithful servant," Matthew 25:21.

We love you, Dad. Your Family.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Arizona Baptist Retirement Centers, 11315 W. Peoria Ave., Youngtown, AZ 85363.

Visitation will be from 3 to 6 p.m. Sunday at Sunland Memorial Park and Mortuary, 15826 Del Webb Blvd., Sun City, Ariz.

A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at The Church at Arrowhead, 7902 W. Union Hills Drive, Glendale, Ariz.