Gary A. Cook, age 77 of Paris, passed away Saturday, November 7, 2020. He was born November 5, 1943, in Eaton Rapids, the son of Allen Clark and Francis Jean (Eckhart) Cook. Gary graduated from Mason High School in 1961. He served his country honorably in the United States Navy during the Vietnam War. Gary earned his real estate certificate in March of 1973 and devoted his time and energy to the business. He owned and operated Greenridge Realty Oakmont Office in Big Rapids, where he was currently working. Gary married Cheryl Johnson on August 14, 2001 in Las Vegas. He was happiest when he was fishing and hunting any game. Gary is survived by his wife of 19 years, Cheri; six children, Mary, Kim, Cari, Shanna, Kimberly, and Lindsey; 13 grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; three siblings, Linda, Patty (Jim), and Mike (Cindy); and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, son Tim, and brother Ron. A memorial graveside service will take place at 1:00 p.m. Sunday, November 15, 2020 at Pine Plains Cemetery in Colfax Township, Big Rapids. Sign the guestbook, share a memory, or leave a condolence for the family by clicking the guestbook tab at www.daggettgilbertfuneralhome.com Graveside Service Sunday, November 15, 2020 1:00 PM Pine Plains Cemetery New Millpond Road Big Rapids,Michigan 49307