William "Bill" James Cook

William “Bill” James Cook, 88, of Moon Township, passed away on Sunday, May 3, 2026. Bill was born in Johnstown, PA on September 3, 1937, the only child to the late Ernest and Gladys (Hall) Cook. Beloved husband for 50 years to Colleen Cook (married July 10, 1976); loving father of Jamie Falce and husband Nicky, Jill Daniels and husband Michael; cherished grandfather of Evan Daniels.

Bill was a graduate of Ohio Wesleyan University where he obtained his Bachelor of Arts degree in 1959. He taught English at Montour High School for 3 years before moving to Travelers Insurance Company. At Travelers, he served as District Manager and moved on to Excess and Surplus Lines Business as an agent until his retirement in 2024.

Bill was a member of Sewickley Presbyterian Church. He was a die-hard fan of Penn State Football, holding season tickets for 30 + years. He also held Steelers season tickets. He enjoyed watching the stock market and acted upon the market with investments. Bill was an avid dog lover.

As his daughters grew up, Bill was a supporter and fan of the sports his daughters enjoyed, especially swimming. Later, when his grandson, Evan, arrived on the scene, he enjoyed spending time with him, watching wrestling matches, talking about sports and supporting him in his wrestling tournaments and attending his football games.

It is with quiet sadness that we start our grief journey. We invite you to a  visitation on Monday, (May 11) 2-4, 6-8 at Copeland’s Moon Township, 981 Brodhead Rd. Bill’s Funeral Service will be celebrated on Tuesday (May 12) at 11 AM at Sewickley Presbyterian Church, 414 Grant St., Sewickley, PA 15143. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations in his name to his church, Sewickley Presbyterian Church or to Animal Friends, 562 Camp Horne Rd., Pittsburgh, PA 15237.