Lloyd D. "Cookie" Cooke

Lloyd D. Cooke “Cookie”, 85, of Springfield, joined departed friends and family in heaven on Friday, September 9, 2022, after a full life lived for the Lord. The youngest of 12 children, Lloyd was born on July 4, 1937, on his family’s farm in Enon, Ohio. Lloyd is survived by his wife of 64 years, Christine (Agle); daughter, Kim Cooke-Lorenz and son-in-law, Bill Lorenz of Xenia; son, Craig of Springfield; and son, Curtis and daughter-in-law, Debbie of Ironton. Grandchildren include Kelsey Lorenz (Chris Maag), Konni Lorenz (Tyler Crawford); Ashley Rose (Nathan); Michael Cooke, Jacob “JC” (Kaci) Cooke, Megan Bayes (Kyle), Joey Cooke (Jacy Rae); Joshua Cooke (Arianna) and Mariah Cooke. Great grandchildren include Karleigh and Jaxton Cooke; Bodie and Asa Cooke, and Shane Cooke. He also is survived by many beloved nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his parents, Clarence and Ethel, and eleven siblings: Donnabelle, Norman, Evelyn, Ellis, Kenneth “Kink”, Ernest “Bud”, Eldon “Cubie”, Clarence Junior, Marlin “Henny,” Marianna, Martha; and his nephew Leon, with whom he grew up. Dear friends and neighbors include Carolyn Spalding, Harold and Rita Willis, special sister Carrie Johnson, Bill and Ariel Walters, Craig Cleaveland; and so many others who were dear to him. He especially loved his fur-friends, Lucy and Tucker, as well as all animals, from cows to kittens, big or small. The family would especially like to thank Lloyd’s friend, Trevor Hiles, for his friendship and milkshakes. Lloyd was athletic from the start and played basketball all four years at Greenon High School, where he was also class president, and where he met his future wife. As adults, he and his brothers played in softball leagues for many years. Lloyd was employed for 25 years at McCall’s Printing in Dayton. Following an injury on the job, he became a first generation college graduate earning a business degree from Clark State University. He returned to the workforce in the printing industry, but this time in Sales and Marketing. Lloyd was a devoted elder at Central Avenue Church of Christ in Fairborn for more than 25 years and a member for 28 years. Prior to joining Central Avenue, he was involved in the establishment of Vale Road Church of Christ in Springfield following years of leadership as a deacon at East High Street Church of Christ. He lived his whole life for the Lord and worked endlessly to prepare for a home in heaven, serving wherever there was a need. Some of his favorite things included watching basketball and football (Go Buckeyes!! Go Browns!!), eating hot dogs and his wife’s homemade pies, spending time with his children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren, attending services and teaching bible classes at church, and sharing his many stories, which always ended in a laugh. As everyone would agree, Lloyd never knew a stranger and found immense joy in being around and interacting with others. This continued into his final two years where he resided at Forest Glen Health Center in Springfield. There, he created lasting relationships and wonderful memories with staff members and residents, who referred to him as the “Ambassador.” A gathering of friends and family to celebrate Lloyd’s life will be held at Central Avenue Church of Christ in Fairborn on Friday, Sept. 16, from 10 a.m. to noon. A service, conducted by Lloyd’s nephew, Stephen Healea, will immediately follow the visitation. A graveside service with the family will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Central Avenue Church of Christ. Lloyd’s journey on this Earth has ended and his new and eternal journey has begun. He is now joining his brothers back on the ball field and that will be one heck of a game.

Lloyd D. "Cookie" Cooke

July 4, 1937 - September 9, 2022