Brian Thomas Cook

February 10, 1959 - October 12, 2019

Brian Thomas Cook, age 60, of Beaufort, NC passed away on October 12, 2019 after a short battle with cancer. Brian was born on February 10, 1959 in Greensboro, NC to George Thomas and Billie Jean Cook. He graduated from Spruce High School in Port Orange, FL. His love of the ocean led him to a career of commercial fishing/scalloping and earning his captains’ license. He was talented with his hands and worked as a skilled craftsman/carpenter as well. Brian was a hard worker and always willing to lend a helping hand. When not working, his time was spent cooking with friends and family or tending to his garden. He was an excellent cook and loved experimenting with new recipes. One of Brian’s greatest joys was becoming a grandfather. Anyone who knew Brian knew he had a heart of gold and he will be greatly missed until we join him in heaven. Brian is preceded in death by his father, George Thomas Cook. He is survived by his mother, Billie Jean Cook; sisters, Jean cook and Teri Cook (John Kuvkku); his son, Arik Byington (Jenn Kuebler); grandson, Gavin Cook; and his spouse, Lisa Cook. A 1:00 p.m. memorial service will be held to honor Brian on November 2, 2019 at Ayersville Baptist Church at 310 NC HWY 770, Mayodan, NC 27027. There will also be a celebration of life for Brian on November 16, 2019 at 3:00 p.m. at 358 Our Road, Beaufort, NC. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society, Hospice of Rockingham County, PO Box 281, Wentworth, NC 27375 or to Ayersville Baptist Church at 310 NC HWY 770, Mayodan, NC 27027. Ray Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Brian Cook and all are invited to share memories or offer condolences at www.rayfuneralhome.com