01/30/2026
Ollin Edward Cook Sr., aged 92, passed away peacefully on December 31, 2025, at his daughter Pam Rushing’s home in Quinton, Oklahoma. Born on January 17, 1933, in Catchings, Mississippi, he was the son of Ollin Otis Cook and Ethel Polston Cook. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Patsy Mercer Cook; sisters Nadine Lavaugn (Bonnie) Lynch and Rita Faye Sherman; and mother-in-law Maudie Bell Farris Mercer.
Ed is survived by his sister Myrna Lois Kraft; his children: Ollin E. Cook Jr. (Bubba), Pamela Anne Rushing (Pam), and Robert Allen Cook; as well as grandchildren Tyler Cook, Sarah Riehl, Chelsey Archer, and Chancey Rushing; and great-grandchildren Aymeri Dye, Sawyer Archer, Sammy Archer, Alice Sorrell, Adeline Sorrell, and Brooks Riehl.
He was a member of First Baptist Church of Quinton, Oklahoma. Ed graduated from Greenville High School, Mississippi, in 1952 and worked in Greenville for most of his life. After high school, he served his country in the Navy aboard the USS New Jersey (BB52).
On September 21, 1956, Ed married Patsy Mercer in Indianola, MS. The couple lived briefly in Greenwood before settling back in Greenville, sharing sixty years of marriage together. Ed dedicated forty years to Mississippi Power & Light (MP&L)-Entergy, beginning in 1953 until his retirement in 1998. He cherished the friendships formed with his colleagues and stayed in touch with many throughout his life.
Known for his welcoming smile, good humor, and outgoing nature, Ed made friends wherever he went. He was especially remembered for his sharp memory, storytelling ability, and the way he brought joy to family, friends, and new acquaintances alike.
A Celebration of Life with Navy funeral honors will take place at 10:30 am on Thursday, April 2, 2026, at Boone Funeral Home in Greenville. A reception will follow at the Downtown Grille located at 525 Washington Ave., Greenville, MS, starting at noon. Family and friends are invited to join to share some food and memories.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Hebron Church, 138 Coleho Road, Hollandale, MS 38748.