Bill D. Cook, 84, of Dearborn, MO passed away, February 13, 2022.

He was born on October 2, 1937 to Cecil C. and Cecil M. (Culp) Cook in Edgerton, MO. He grew up in Edgerton and graduated from North Platte High School in 1956. In high school he excelled in basketball and football.

On April 21, 1957 he was united in marriage to Zelma Staggs. After their marriage they lived in Dearborn where they made their home.

He accepted Christ at the Dearborn Christian Church where he served as Deacon for several years.

Bill was a board-certified hearing instrument specialist and co-owned Cook Hearing Aid with his wife Zelma in St. Joseph for over 40 years.

He was preceded in death by his infant son, Robert Wayne; his parents; and two sisters.

Bill is survived by his wife of 64 years, Zelma; daughter, Annette Burris and husband Bob; granddaughter, Lydia and husband Sam and great-grandchildren; other relatives and many friends.

Funeral Service: 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, February 16th at Dearborn Christian Church with visitation one hour prior.

Burial: Dearborn Cemetery.

Arrangements, Hixson-Klein Funeral Home.