Kevin Eugene Cook, 66, of West Frankfort, formerly of Du Quoin, passed away at 5:25 A.M., Thursday, January 21, 2021 at the SIH Herrin Hospital.

Kevin had worked as an equipment operator at Freeman United Coal Mines for twenty-two years. He had also been a guard for the Illinois Department of Corrections. He graduated from Du Quoin High School in 1972 and then attended Rend Lake College. Kevin was a member of the First Christian Church in Du Quoin. He was also a member of UMWA. Kevin was a hard worker and took care of his family. He enjoyed camping, Harley Davidson motorcycles, woodworking, scuba diving and boating. Kevin loved the outdoors. He enjoyed gardening and passed it on to his children and grandchildren. Kevin had an exceptional love for his grandchildren and Debra was the love of his life. He taught his children the value of hard work.

He was born November 6, 1954 at Du Quoin, IL, the son of Charles Eugene and Audrey Louise (Routson) Cook.

He married Debra Kay Swayne on July 20, 1990 at Du Quoin, IL and she survives.

He is survived by his wife of West Frankfort, one daughter - Jennifer Najmabadi and husband Nathan of Rockwall, TX, two grandchildren - Kaleb Najmabadi and Kinsley Najmabadi, both of Rockwall, TX, two sisters - Deanna Boyd of Du Quoin and Debbie Waller of Benton, KY, nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents and one son - Kory Cook.

Graveside services will be at 11:00 A.M., Monday, January 25, 2021 at the I.O.O.F. Cemetery at Du Quoin with Rev. Joe Wagner officiating.

Please use social distancing guidelines. Everyone in attendance is required to wear a mask.

Burial will be in the I.O.O.F. Cemetery at Du Quoin.

Friends may make memorials to the Perry-Jackson County Child Advocacy Center and will be accepted at the funeral home.

Searby Funeral Home in Du Quoin is in charge of arrangements.