Dorothy N. Cook

East Alton: Dorothy N. Cook, 82, passed away at 3:45pm on Friday, November 29, 2019, at her residence. She was born on August 8, 1937, in Mississippi. She married Tommy Cook on June 15, 1956, and he preceded her in death on May 1, 1991. Survivors include a daughter: Carol Jones of East Alton, a son: Michael Cook of East Alton, three grandchildren: Kandice Jones, Brandi Jones, Kenneth Jones, four great grandchildren, two sisters: Molly, Nancy Carol, and many other extended family and friends. Dorothy was formerly employed at Venture where she worked in the ladies department and the service counter. She was a member of the First Assembly of God Church in East Alton where she was an active member and taught Sunday School and worked in the office. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her great grandson: Chance Shewmake, two brothers, and two sisters, In celebration of her life, visitation will be from 10am until time of services at 12pm on Friday, December 6, 2019, at Pitchford Funeral Home in Wood River. Pastor Tony Nickel and Rev. Tim Keller will officiate. Burial will follow at Rose Lawn Memory Gardens in Bethalto. In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to BJC Hospice of Alton and will be accepted at the funeral home.