Lawrence A. Cook, 66, Dedicated Teacher & Father

Mr. Cook was born in Erie, PA on June 6, 1946, the son of the late Lowell S. and Myrtle (nee Kissman) Cook.

He was a graduate of McDowell High School in Mill Creek, PA. He earned a bachelor of science degree from Wittenberg University and a Masters in Education from Cleveland State University.

He was a teacher in the North Olmsted School District. He coached hockey and high jumping.

Mr. Cook was a devoted member of the First Evangelical Lutheran Church in Lorain. He served on the church council and played in the Bell Choir.

He enjoyed creative writing, reading and was a loyal and enthusiastic Browns and Indians fan. He loved his church and music.

Mr. Cook is survived by son Thomas (Emily) Cook of Brecksville, a granddaughter Olivia Cook and a brother Robert (Lynn) Cook of Wexford, PA.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife Cindy S. (Farmen) Cook and a son Steven Cook.

Funeral Services will be Sunday, January 13, 2013 at 12:45 p.m. in the First Evangelical Lutheran Church, 603 Washington Street, Lorain with Rev. Jimmy Madsen, pastor, officiating.

Burial will be private.

In lieu of flowers, please send any donations to: First Evangelical Lutheran Church First Music Program
603 Washington Street, Lorain 44052.

Online condolences at www.boyercool.com