Rose Marie Cook

of Kerrville, TX

February 19, 1929 - July 29, 2024


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Rose Marie Cook, 95, of Kerrville, TX, peacefully left this earth to join her beloved husband, Royce, in heaven, on July 29, 2024. She was born in Norman, OK to James C. Evans and Ella Marie Evans on February 19, 1929. She married Royce G. Cook on June 2, 1951 in Norman.

Rose attended public schools in Norman. She graduated from the University of Oklahoma School of Nursing as an RN and started her nursing career as a surgical nurse there in Norman. She worked at the Nix Hospital in San Antonio, TX and later worked at the Winter Garden Hospital in Crystal City, TX. In the course of raising three sons in Crystal City, she was involved in many clubs, civic organizations and school PTA's. Rose loved to sing so she faithfully sang in the choir at First Baptist Church in Crystal City for many years as well as serving in other areas. Rose and Royce owned and operated Crystal Drug for over 40 years before retiring to Kerrville.

Rose was preceded in death by the love of her life, Royce; both her parents; her brother, James C. Evans, Jr.; and her daughter-in-law, Susie Masar.

Survivors include her sons, Royce G. Cook, Jr. (Phyllis), Michael L. Cook (Nora) and Dwight P. Cook; sister, Barbara Baldwin; grandchildren, Christy Cook Ward (Aaron), Danene Cook, Amy Cook McCaffery (Tony Uvalle), Kayla Cook Brown (Justin), Royce G. ''Trey'' Cook, III (Sara), Paul Cook (Kirsten), Preston Cook (Amanda), Clay Cook (Heather), Jordan Cook (April), Cameron Cook (Emily), Collin Cook, Candice Masar Giroir (Greg) and K'Leigh Masar Leggett (Shea); great-grandchildren, Lila Cook, Claire Brown, Harper Brown, Kyle Stacks (Jasmine), Brooke Ward, Meagan McCaffery, Ian McCaffery, Parker Uvalle, Emmalee Cook, Ethan Cook, Emma Cook, Lily Cook, Cally Cook, Kinsley Cook, Azalea Cook, Kimberley Ward and Charlotte Leggett; one great-great-grandchild, Timmy Enriquez Stacks. Also, numerous nieces and nephews.

A Celebration of Life will be held at 11am on Saturday, August 10th at Trinity Baptist Church, Kerrville, TX, with Pastor John Wheat officiating.

Memorials may be given to Peterson Regional Medical Center volunteer program, Schreiner University Nursing Program, Peterson Hospice, Christian Women's Job Corps of Kerr County or a charity of one's choice.

The family would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to Brenda Whittaker, Rhonda, Judy and the rest of the staff at 220 Harper for the loving care shown Rose this last year; Dr. James Young and the nurses and staff of Peterson Hospice. Most of all, to Tricia Wiseman, for her faithful friendship and loving care.


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9 Condolence(s)
Cheri allen
Kerrville, TX
Friday, August 9, 2024

What a sweet sweet lady
A fire cracker for sure will miss her spunk and her giggle

Barry Moore
Anson, TX
Friday, August 9, 2024

Sincere condolences to Rose’s family.
She was a wonderful woman who made all around her better people.
I have many fond memories of her from my childhood.
What a blessing for R.G., Mike and Dwight to have had her in their lives.
We rejoice in knowing she is in heaven with Royce, waiting for when her family can join them.
May God bring her family comfort in this time of sorrow.
Barry and Juanita

Ann Hilliard
Show Low, AZ
Monday, August 5, 2024

Rose and Royce were a wonderful blessing to Crystal City and to FBC, Crystal City. They gave sacrificially to the ministries of FBC. We will only know when we get to heaven how many lives they impacted. They served in every way possible for the community and for our church. I am so grateful for their service in the town I grew up in. Rose was always so encouraging, positive, and kind. RG, Mike, and Dwight have continued their parents' legacy for community service and Christian devotion. "Well done, thou good and faithful servant."

Hazel Marie Byrd
Cryystal City, TX
Saturday, August 3, 2024

I was so blessed to have been their friend and next door neighbor for over 30 years before they relocated to Kerrville. She was my other mother and grandmother to my four children. Rose lived what she believed, God first , family and friends, service to those in need. I could not have had a better role model than she and Royce. I rejoice in knowing she is in heaven with her Lord and beloved ones who went before and will be welcoming those who follow. My love the boys, Hazel Marie Byrd

Gary & Brenda Chapman
Kerr Co., TX
Friday, August 2, 2024

Praying comfort,care and peace for your family
Deepest sympathy. Gary & Brenda

IRL & PAULA VanCleve
La Pryor, TX
Thursday, August 1, 2024

Our deepest condolences go out to the family of Rose Cook.
May the memories help you find peace and comfort in the coming days.

Sherry Harp Hiller
Hunt, TX
Wednesday, July 31, 2024

I have such wonderful memories of Royce and Rose back in Crystal City. The drug store was a great place, and they were always great with kids stopping in, and the pharmacy was essential in that town.
Mike and R. G., you had a legacy to guide you through your careers in Kerrville, and I know that Rose and Royce are proud of you.
Rose was such a cute gal. Glad she had a long run.
Our sympathy for your loss.
Sherry and Delmar Hiller

Lew King
Kerrville, TX
Tuesday, July 30, 2024

So sorry to hear that Miss Rose has left us but we rejoice that she’s made her graduation run to heaven. What a delightful lady she was! She brightened every room she entered and was a blessing to all of us at Trinity Baptist Church. Our prayers and condolences to her family.

Lew and Jane King

Rick and LaVerne Boles
Mountain Home, TX
Tuesday, July 30, 2024

We are on vacation and will not be able to attend your mom’s memorial.
She sure reared some fine sons.! She always had a sweet smile!
You are in our thoughts and prayers!