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Donald Allan Cook Jr.

Donald Allan Cook Jr. obituary, Greeley, CO

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Donald Allan Cook, Jr., of Greeley, Colorado, passed away unexpectedly after a short illness on April 4, 2026, at the age of 71.

Donald was born on July 25, 1954, in Portland, Maine, to Donald and Beverly Cook. His

family moved to Colorado in 1956, where Donald built a life rooted in hard work, dedication to family, and care for those around him.

Donald will be remembered for his great sense of humor, his devotion to loved ones, and his willingness to help anyone who was in need. He was known to be a great storyteller who could always make others laugh.

He is survived by his wife Debi Cook, his daughter Melissa (Missy), sisters Debbie Gramdorf, Bonnie Cook, and Heather Archuleta, granddaughters Britt and Cortni, great-granddaughters Isabella, Kiley, Emma, and Rylee. He was also survived by six nieces.

Donald was preceded in death by his parents Donald and Beverly Cook, his wife JoAnn Cook, and his younger brother Robert Cook.

Donald will be deeply missed and forever remembered by all who knew and loved him.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Obituary published on Legacy.com by The Denver Gazette on Apr. 9, 2026.

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