Kenneth Dale Cook, age 71, of Escanaba passed away on Friday, April 25, 2025 at the St. Francis Hospital in Escanaba.
Ken was born December 27, 1953 in Escanaba. He was raised in Escanaba and graduated from the Escanaba High School. He was united in marriage to Christine Conlon on August 23, 1975 in Germfask, MI. Ken worked as an auto mechanic for Town and Country Motors in Escanaba for many years. He enjoyed motor sports and owned and raced a stock car. He also enjoyed vacations with Christine to Las Vegas, camping, fishing, woodworking and was an avid Minnesota Vikings fan. Ken was a kind man that was always willing to help people and loved to spend time with his family and beloved dog, Gracie.
Ken is survived by his wife, Christine of Escanaba, his daughter, Jennifer (Christopher) Clausen of Escanaba, 4 grandchildren, Lily, Gracie, Mia and Asher, 3 sisters, he was expecially close to Kay and also several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his mother and father, Dolores and Donald Poirier, an infant daughter, Michelle, grandmother, Angeline Sinnaeve and mother-in-law, Jessie Conlon.
A Celebration of Life Service for Ken will be held at a later date and will be announced by the Skradski Family Funeral Home in Escanaba.
Lisa Lanaville - Escanaba , Mi
Ken was ALWAYS a very nice man..I remember him coming to my dad’s garage and helping/ working on racecars..I will also miss waving to him on his sunporch in the summer ☀️
Jeremy Norris - Gladstone, Mi
Ken, there are so many childhood memories with you. From the family reunions at Indian lake to asking you questions about your stock car racing days. You were a shining example of a man for not only your own kids and grandkids but for everyone who crossed your path. You will be missed, and dearly loved for the rest of eternity. Rest easy uncle Ken.
Ellen Morrison - Escanaba, MI
Ken was always smiling. I enjoyed quick chat on occasion with him and Gracie. I used to stand on the sidewalk at Elmers and call across the drive when I wasn’t able to go see Gracie. That was until he asked Chris to ask me not to do that anymore. We know the reason and to this day I still smile about it. The world has lost a nice guy with a kind smile always. God bless
Paul L. Strom - Escanaba, MI
I met Ken Cook in about 1971. We all lived on north 19th street and were friends and neighbors.
Ken was always friendly and quiet. I was always impressed by how much he loved and protected his sister Kay. She was (is) amazingly beautiful and Ken made sure that proper respect was due her. A true gentleman may you rest in peace brother. Paul L. Strom
Betty bergeon - Gladstone, Mi
Ken , always had a smile on his face, I know he will be greatly missed , sorry for your loss Chris