Obituary for Anthony Russell Cook

Anthony "Tony" Russell Cook, age 45 of Brasstown, NC passed away Saturday, July 10, 2021.

Tony was born in Towns County, GA to Francis and Hazel Taylor Cook of Brasstown, NC. He previously enjoyed working as a Real Estate Agent, worked and volunteered at the Hulburt Johnson Friendship House for many years and currently was managing the lumber yard for his parents at Murphy Building Supply. Tony was an avid reader and was known for his Big heart and his unique gift giving ability. He was a loving son, trustworthy brother and the absolute best uncle! Tony graduated from Murphy High School and attended NC State. He was a member of New Martins Creek Baptist Church.

In addition to his parents, he is survived by two brothers, Michael Cook and wife Jimmie; Jeff Cook and wife Dedra; one sister, Beverly Cook and husband Joe Anderson; seven nieces and nephews; nine great nieces and nephews; and best friend, Steve Plummer.

Funeral Services will be held at 5:30 pm, Wednesday, July 14, 2021 at Townson-Rose Funeral Home Chapel in Murphy. Rev. Aud Brown, Rev. Larry Williams and Dr. Chester Jones will officiate. Music will be provided by Matt Cook and Maria Campbell. Burial will be in the New Martins Creek Baptist Church Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Mike Cook, Jeff Cook, Matt Cook, Adam Cook, Kevin Cook, Brad Foxworth, Alex Haines and Joe Anderson. Honorary pallbearer will be Steve Plummer.

The family will receive friends from 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm, Wednesday, July 14, 2021 at the Townson-Rose Funeral Home Chapel in Murphy.

Townson-Rose Funeral Home is in charge of all arrangements.


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