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Mike Cook
« on: October 26, 2023, 09:04:47 PM »
Mike died today.  May he rest in peace.
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Re: Mike Cook
« Reply #1 on: October 26, 2023, 09:27:39 PM »
Oh no! That is terrible news. Condolences the the Cook family. God speed my friend.
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Re: Mike Cook
« Reply #2 on: October 26, 2023, 11:04:41 PM »
I grieve for few losses, but I will for Mike. He was and is a true legend! He will be missed.
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Re: Mike Cook
« Reply #3 on: October 26, 2023, 11:23:48 PM »
Mike, I enjoyed the times we spent at Bonneville and Bolivia... for all that did not have a chance to know Mike you have my condolences, you missed meeting a true LandSpeed legend. Mike you will be missed... your family has my thoughts and prayers.
Folks, we have lost another of the good guys...
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Re: Mike Cook
« Reply #4 on: October 27, 2023, 08:40:55 AM »
what a sad news

whenever I came to the salt, Mike's pit was one of the first places I showed up, always looking for to talk with him

his Shootout, he organized, was one of a kind....he also maked the meet in Bolivia possible

Mike was not only a great competitor and team owner at the salt....he also was a man with a big heart for everyone

the salt lost a great man

Mike, thanks for all you done, it was great to knowing you as a friend

R.I.P. ....you will be missed...and never forgotten
« Last Edit: October 27, 2023, 09:24:44 AM by PorkPie »
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Re: Mike Cook
« Reply #5 on: October 27, 2023, 09:09:16 AM »
I had the pleasure of working for Mike at the Shootout a few years. Gonna miss him.  :-(
Wayno (Or as he said one time "Gino". Ya woulda had to be there.)
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Re: Mike Cook
« Reply #6 on: October 27, 2023, 10:48:42 AM »
All of us from USFRA extend our condolences to Mike's family and friends.

On a more personal note. He was very instrumental in helping me get my feet under me when I took over the job on the starting line. Had many interactions with him over the years, most of them very pleasant a few were less than. He was always very passionate and earned my deep respect. May he rest in peace and hope he is enjoying some happy reunions.
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Re: Mike Cook
« Reply #7 on: October 27, 2023, 11:49:32 AM »
The thing i remember about Mike was how he treated all with respect. From newbies to old pros we all got a fair shake. RIP Mike
« Last Edit: October 27, 2023, 12:52:16 PM by jdincau »
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Re: Mike Cook
« Reply #8 on: October 27, 2023, 12:37:27 PM »
Mike was a giver who gave so much to LSR for a whole lot of years. RIP M8!
Was the trunk lid hit to his head a contributing factor to his untimely passing?
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Re: Mike Cook
« Reply #9 on: October 27, 2023, 01:49:08 PM »
Quote from: jdincau on October 27, 2023, 11:49:32 AM
The thing i remember about Mike was how he treated all with respect. From newbies to old pros we all got a fair shake. RIP Mike

I could not agree more, god speed Mike   :-(
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Offline jimmy six

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Re: Mike Cook
« Reply #10 on: October 27, 2023, 02:00:44 PM »
A truly sad day for the LSR community. I pray for his family. Mike and his family were true friends to our family as Penny and Mikes children played with ours on the salt.
He will be missed by all of us?.
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Re: Mike Cook
« Reply #11 on: October 27, 2023, 02:49:10 PM »
The real deal! Sad day!  :cry:
Once you met Mike he treated you like he had known you forever!  :cheers:
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Re: Mike Cook
« Reply #12 on: October 27, 2023, 04:50:08 PM »
Awww...damn! Sorry to hear this- another LSR legend gone. "The olde Order passeth away..."
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Re: Mike Cook
« Reply #13 on: October 27, 2023, 11:39:02 PM »
May his memory be eternal.
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Re: Mike Cook
« Reply #14 on: October 28, 2023, 11:01:21 AM »
My condolences to Mike's family. Godspeed Mike Cook.

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