CEDAR VALLEY, UT. Arthur Quayle Cook, 85, passed away with family beside him on September 6, 2004. Born in Cedar Valley, Utah on July 28, 1919 to William Henry and Elizabeth Elton Cook, he contracted polio at the age of two. This left him crippled physically, however his strength of mind, heart and soul was an inspiration to his family and friends. Art never allowed his frail condition to limit his life in ANY way. He ran a farm with his brothers and was named Utah Cattleman of the Year in 1992. As an active member of the LDS Church, Art truly lived his religion. He taught by example the teachings he loved so much. If Art could teach one thing in life, it was moderation in all things. He was named Hometown Hero for Cedar Valley in 2001, but will be "our" hero forever. Art is survived by his brother, Clyde and Carolyn Cook of Cedar Valley and sisters, Leona Bird of Lehi; Vivian and Kermit DuBois of Bountiful; Ruth DeBoer of Bountiful and sister-in-law, Lois Cook of Cedar Valley. He was preceded in death by his parents, brothers, John L. Cook and Ernest Cook, brother-in-law, Jerry Bird, sisters, Nettie and (Dean) Hayes, LaVerne Creighton, and Thelma Pohlman. He is survived by many nieces and nephews as well as by many friends and extended family. The family would like to express their love and appreciation to Margaret Johnson who cared for Art with love and compassion. The family would also like to express a special thank you to Vista Care Hospice, Marie Jensen, Chris Richins, and especially to Adam Sepulveda who became part of our family. Funeral services held Saturday, Sept. 11, 2004 in the Cedar Valley LDS Chapel. Interment in the Cedar Fort Cemetery.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 9/9/2004.