Wilbur D. Cook, 79, of Decatur, passed away on Monday, June 22, 2026, at his residence. He was born in Decatur, IN, on January 6, 1947, the son of Wilbur and Esther (Manley) Cook. On June 16, 1968, Wilbur married Rebecca Engle.
Wilbur proudly served in the United States Army. He worked at Automatic Sprinkle in Monroe, IN, and later for the Indiana State Highway Department (INDOT) before retiring. Wilbur enjoyed hunting & trapping. He was a member of the National Fur Takers Association and Indiana Trappers Association.
Wilbur is survived by his wife of 58 years, Rebecca Cook of Decatur, IN; his son, Matthew (Dawn) Cook of Decatur, IN; his daughter, Nikki (Brent) Butler of Decatur, IN; siblings, Nancy (Steve) Isch of Decatur, IN, Connie (Jack) Myers of Monroe, IN, Ronnie (Sheryl) Cook of Decatur, IN, Julie (Bill) Burkhart of Willshire, OH, Jane (Dan) Gremaux of Decatur, IN, Rodney (Deanna) Cook of Monroe, IN, Jeffrey Cook of Decatur, IN; 8 grandchildren; 8 great grandchildren.
A private family visitation was held and burial will take place at a later date.
Memorials may be made to the American Legion Adams Post 43.
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