Melvin Augustus Cook

Melvin Augustus Cook, 92, passed away Sunday, December 27, 2020, at UNC-Rockingham Health Care in Eden.

A graveside service will be held at 2 PM on Tuesday, December 29, at Overlook Cemetery. 

Born April 19, 1928 in Rockingham County, NC, Melvin was the son of the late Gus and Cora Self Cook.  He was a US Army veteran and a 1991 retiree of Vanier Graphics.  Before going to work with Vanier Graphics he worked for his family’s business, Cook’s Grocery, and later became co-owner of the business, alongside his brother, David.  Melvin was a member of St. Luke’s Episcopal Church where he served on the church vestry.  In his younger years he was a volunteer fireman for Spray Fire Station.

He is survived by his daughter, Lisa Gammon of Eden; one granddaughter, Brandy Brooks (Travis) of Asheboro; two great-grandchildren, Hudson and Calleigh Brooks of Asheboro; special family friend and caregiver, Chris Covington; and his faithful 4-legged friend, Gus.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his first wife, Hazel Cook; two brothers, James Cook and David Cook; and four sisters, Magdalene Gibson, Viola Cook, Vivian Vestal and Margaret Rorrer.

Memorial contributions may be made to St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, 600 Morgan Road, Eden, NC 27288.

Online condolences may be offered to the family at www.fairfuneralhome.com