Malcolm Travis Cook, III

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Celebrating the life of
Malcolm Travis Cook, IIISeptember 09, 1929 - February 05, 2013

Malcolm Travis Cook, III
SAVANNAH- Malcolm Travis Cook III, 83, passed away peacefully on February 5, 2013 surrounded by his loving family. He was born September 9, 1929 in Rockwood, Tennessee and grew up in Dracut, Massachusettes.

Mal owned the local Geico Insurance Agency for 44 years and was named the Geico Agent of the year in 1995. In his earlier years he was an outstanding football player. He played for Keith Academy in Lowell, Massachusetts, was the Quarterback for the University of Georgia and played professional football for the Chicago Cardinals. He served in the Korean Conflict in the Air Force. Mal established and directed the initial Athletic program at the Jewish Education Alliance. He enjoyed golfing, fishing and traveling. He was a past President of the Georgia Seniors Golf Association. Mal's happiest days were spending time with his family and friends and attending the Georgia Football games.

He is survived by his loving wife of ¬¬¬59 years, Catherine Skeadas Cook of Savannah. Two children: Anthony M. Cook, DDS and his wife Julie, Kristine Cook Maletis and her husband Chris. Four grandchildren: Catherine Maletis, Margaret Maletis, Travis Cook and
Alexis Cook.

Visitation: Thursday Feb. 7th from 5-7 p.m. followed by a Rosary Service at 7:00 pm at Fox and Weeks Funeral Home, Hodgson Chapel.

Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:00 am on Friday, February 8, 2013, at The Cathedral of St. John the Baptist, Bishop Boland, celebrant. The Graveside Service to follow at Bonaventure Cemetery.

The family would like to thank the following for their extraordinary care they provided to Mal and the family: Dr. Gifford Lorenz, Mayo Clinic, Shepherd Center, Coastal Home Care, the VA Clinic and the Fisher House in Augusta which houses the family of hospitalized Veterans.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial contributions be made to the Mayo Clinic Florida. Mayo Clinic, Dept. of Development, 4500 San Pablo Road, Jacksonville, FL 32224 or to the Fisher House. Checks payable to Augusta Warrior Project. 1190 Interstate Parkway, Augusta, GA 30909. In memo line on check please note: Charlie Norwood VAMC Fisher House.

Fox and Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel

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GUEST BOOK

Aunt Kitty and family, I was so shocked to hear of uncles passing! Grandad, nana and dad will be together once again. I hope if there is anything y'all need you know I am a phone call away! Love and miss you ....Cindi

- Cynthia Cook Souza, Lowell, MA

SORRY TO HEAR OF THE PASSING OF MR.COOK, YOU ARE IN MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS. WAS BLESSED TO BE A PART OF HIS CARE TEAM.

- Sallie Cook, Savannah, GA

We have been so blessed to have known Mal and had many wonderful times together with our 'adopted family'. May all the family find comfort in knowing that, along with so many others, our thoughts and prayers are with you.

- Sue & Pete Van Vechten, La Quinta, CA

May we all be so blessed for knowing and sharing the company of Mal and his family. Many fond memories of his smile and humor. The Salas Family

- Peter Salas, Savannah, GA

Wishing you all peace and comfort, Carla

- Carla, , SC

our prayers are with you and your family. Stan and Loretta Fox

- stan and loretta fox, rincon, GA

God bless kitty and anthony,i have very fond memories of mal growing up at the jea he taughtus about great sportmanship.had the pleasure of playing golf with him alot at lavida.i know mal t.ryle sr are having a great time up in heaven and trying to beat johnny skeadas at ginn.god bless him

- mike cohen, savannah, GA

Kitty,I DID NOT WANT TO CALL YOU TODAY,BUT WILL LATER IN THE WEEK. MAL AND MY COUSIN ARTHUR DAKOSWE LIVED TOGETHER IN LOWELLSHARED MANY SIMILAR EXPERIENCES. BILL RHANGOS

- bill rhangos, savannah, GA

Catherine and Family, The world is a much better place for Mal having lived in it. How I will miss those phone calls and his sage advice. He was a man among men.

- Jim & Terry Irvin, Columbus, GA

Anthony, So sorry to hear of your father's death. May you find comfort in the memories you shared. Tom and Susan Hailey

- Tom Hailey, Brentwood, TN

Kitty and the Cook Family, We were saddened to hear that Mal has passed.He was a great guy with tons of friends.He will be missed,but now can reunite with Johnnie and Tony.You will all be in our prayers.

- Tom and Judy Mahoney, Savannah, GA

Mal was a true southern Gentleman and will be missed. We shared many dinners and beverages at golf outings that will be fondly remembered.

- John & Rosemary Prewitt, Dalton, GA

Kitty and Family, We were sadden to hear of Mal's passing. He truly was such a wonderful,sweet and funny guy. Mom and Dad will be waiting for him with open arms, as they always did. Our love and prayers are with you.

- Sandra and Mike Creaney, Baltimore, MD

Dear Anthony and Family: I was deeply saddened to hear about your Dad. He was a wonderful man. Always fun to be around, always the ultimate gentleman. He always made those around him feel he was genuinely glad to see them. My life was enriched by his friendship.

- Jeff Fitzpatrick, Savannah, GA

Catherine and Family: It was an honor to be part of Mal's treatment team at the VA. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you now and always! Mary

- Mary Brouillard, Augusta, GA

Dear Julie, Aaron, myself and all your friends at Southland are very saddened to learn of your loss. Your entire Family is in our thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time.

- Mike Hullett, , GA

Kitty and family, Carolyn and I were sorry to see that Mal had passed away. What many good times we had. Know that he suffers no more and is in a better place. Damn good dawg. God bless.

- Bob White,Jr, Greensboro, GA