Chester Cook

Chester Ray Cook, 93, of Stanford, KY passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, September 24, 2026. Born on December 4, 1932 in Stanford, KY to the late James W. Cook and the late Mary Wilson Hale Cook.

Chester was a longtime member of Fairview Baptist Church, A farmer his entire life, Chester knew the meaning of hard work and took great pride in caring for the land. Above all, Chester had a lifelong love for horses. Horses were truly his passion, whether caring for them, riding, or simply enjoying their company, his love for horses was a special part of who he was.

Survivors include his loving wife of 72 years, Betty Jo Robbins Cook; three children, Danny Cook, Connie Tankersley and Scottie Cook (Lesa); six grandchildren, Shane Cook, Amy Cook, Kaci Tankersley, Chris Cook, Jeremy Cook and Marissa Cook; and several great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

He is preceded in death by his parents, James and Mary Cook; one son, Terry Cook; and five siblings, Lester Cook, Donald Cook, Margaret Brown, Helen Reed and Dorothy Atwood.

A one-day service will be on Monday, September 28, 2026 at Fairview Baptist Church in Stanford, KY. Visitation will be from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. The funeral service will begin at 3:00 p.m. with Bro. David Conrades officiating. Burial will follow at Fairview Baptist Church Cemetery.

Active Pallbearers are Shane Cook, Christopher Cook, Jared Brannen and Jeremy Cook. Honorary Pallbearers are Russell Brown, John Cook and Liam Brannen.