BECKLEY — Local Buckhannon businessman David Lee Cook passed away on February 15, 2020, at home in Beckley after a short illness. Cook was born in Beckley on February 28, 1946. He was the son of Lillian Cook and the late Robert Cook.
He graduated from Woodrow Wilson High School and Concord College with a degree in business. He also served in the Army Reserves.
Cook was a longtime resident and businessman in Buckhannon. His endeavors included local car dealerships, a carwash, and a highly successful convenience store. He was widely known throughout the community for his hard work, often seen working side-by-side with his brother, Paul.
During the Strawberry Festival, Cook would sell affordable parking in his Island Ave. lot, so people would have quick access to the festival activities. His investment in Buckhannon was substantial, and his years of devoted labor will be remembered.
He is survived by his mother; his daughter, Jami Cook and her mother, Andrea Boyles of Buckhannon; his brother, Paul of Buckhannon; his sister, Jane Gilkerson of Beckley; a niece and several nephews.
A graveside service will be held at 1:00 p.m. Wednesday, February 19 at Sunset Memorial Park in Beckley.
Online condolences may be shared at www.meltonmortuary.com
Cook was 73 years old.