Orbra Cook

Orbra “Dude” Cook, 75, of Dowagiac, MI passed away Thursday, February 4, 2021 at his home. Dude was born April 2, 1945 in Dowagiac, MI to Orbra & Mary (Childs) Cook. On March 13, 2003 he married Sue Mead in Cassopolis, MI. He worked at Jessup Door Company for 32 years and Ameriwood for 10 years following until he retired. Dude was a member of the National Guard and President & Trustee of the Dowagiac Eagles. In his spare time, he enjoyed camping, spending time with his family and watching NASCAR and football.. Dude is survived by his wife Sue Cook; children Shannon (Luke) Madison, Dawn (Cody) Fricke, Erik (Jen) Cook, Kelly Stacks and Earline Benson; grandchildren Tori (Brandon), Tami, Taylor, Trysta, Alexa, Ayva, Ben, Jordan, Parker, Molly, TiffaniKay (Erik), Caleb, Shyann; great grandchildren Alayna, Marvin, Denton, DiLaney, Dylan, Erik Jr., Kynzlee, Nolan, Mikaila and Edward; sister Diane (David) Allen; and several nieces and nephews. Dude was preceded in death by his parents, sister Rosemary and brother Ervin. Arrangements are entrusted to Clark Chapel. Those wishing to share a memory of Dude online may do so at www.clarkch.com