David Lynn Cook

David L. Cook, age 70, of Townsend lost a brief battle with cancer on March 12, 2021. He was a long-time educator with over 25 years at the Blount County Schools system, most recently working at LMU as professor of education. He was also a life-long caregiver to numerous family, friends, and professor colleagues. He is preceded in death by his parents, William R. and Georgia B. Cook. Survivors include brothers, Donald Cook (Carol) of Knoxville, Darrell Cook of Knoxville; sisters, Darlene Caughron (Richard) of Maryville, Diane C. Farley of Clinton; numerous nieces, nephews, and special friends and family, Eva Mae Anderson, Tina Boyd, and Lee Holt. Family and friends will assemble 11:00 AM Tuesday, March 16, 2021 at Corinth Cemetery, 1291 Steekee Rd. Loudon, TN 37774. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the Blount County Education Foundation in David’s name. Smith Funeral & Cremation Service, Maryville, 865-983-1000, www.SmithFuneralandCremation.com. To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of David Lynn Cook please visit our Sympathy Store.