Obituary of Steve Allen Cooke

Steve Allen Cooke 68 of Winter Haven passed away on Wednesday, January 5, 2022 at the Good Shepherd Forsythe Hospice House in Auburndale. Born in Akron, Ohio, he was a Sub-Contractor in Appliance Installations and a Army Veteran. Steve was a hero to many with a heart of gold. He was a positive, optimistic and independent man. As he would say 'I'm just stubborn and like to do it on my own so don't think I'm being mean to you'. Steve was a warrior; he fought a long and courageous battle. All while showing concern for his family and others, not wanting his condition to upset anyone. A loving husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend, he will be missed. Steve was preceded in death by his parents J.D. and Anna Cooke, wife Teresa Cooke, brother Jim Cooke and sister Patricia Gable. He is survived by two daughters Michelle Beavers and husband Steve, Fernanda Sagrillo and husband Luciano Santos. Sisters Brenda Bain and Sandra Sullivan. Grandchildren Ashley Beavers, Kristy Thomas, Austin Beavers, Luciano Santos and Bryan Santos. Great-grandchildren Ally' Lynn Valentin, Aiden Valentin, Kaleb Valentin, Ryan Liebman, Alex Liebman and Kira Thomas.