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HONORED ON PANEL 15W, LINE 85 OF THE WALL
JOEL LESLIE COOK
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JOEL L COOK
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LEFT FOR JOEL LESLIE COOK
POSTED ON 2.20.2025
POSTED BY: Jon Ossewaarde
In Memoriam - John LeGro
This posting is written with the gracious permission of Shirley Cook, Joe Cook's sister-in-law, and Gina Erickson, John LeGro's daughter. Most of us who served with Joe also served with John. He was on his second tour in 1969, having been part of the original Marine landing force in 1965. He was our "older brother", whose knowledge and experience significantly helped us all. I know that at least two of our brothers who have posted Remembrances for Joe have passed away, but for those who remain and still "check in" here, please know that John passed away on January 9, 2025, after a long, hard battle with many medical issues. We may thank God for the gift of John's life and remember his strength, honor, service, sacrifice, and friendship, just as we do for Joe. And please remember to pray for Shirley and Gina and their families. Our Marine brotherhood never ends - Semper Fi.
POSTED ON 1.6.2025
POSTED BY: Leslie Packard
Brink School - Belding
Joel was 3 years older than me and attended a one room school (Brink) as did I. Our teacher was Miss Rathburn at that time.
POSTED ON 12.23.2024
POSTED BY: Jon Ossewaarde
December 23, 2024 - Remembering You Today, Joel
It has been 55 years, Joel, but please know you are remembered and honored by all your fellow Marines who knew you and served with you. My prayers are with your family. Rest in peace, my Brother Marine - you have earned it. I visited our friend John LeGro in Arizona last month, and we shared our good memories of you and our photographs of the three of us.
POSTED ON 12.24.2023
POSTED BY: Jon Ossewaarde
Semper Fi, Joel - remembering you especially today.
POSTED ON 12.23.2022
POSTED BY: Stephen Weidner
You will always be remembered
Joel, today is the anniversary of your death. I was with you that day when you tripped the booby trap as we were on the path entering our base camp. You are missed and will never be forgotten. I think of you often and send my prayers for you. Rest in God’s arms, Joel. Semper Fidelis!