Ryan R. Cook
Sept. 23, 1977- Aug. 6, 2024
Ryan passed away at home on August 6, 2024 at the age of 46. He was born in Columbus, Nebraska to Riley Cook and Janette Wiebe Charbonneau. He graduated from Elkhorn High School as Valedictorian of his class before attending and graduating from Southeast Community College in Milford, NE where he obtained a degree in Tool and Die and Manufacturing Engineering. Ryan served as a Senior Manufacturing Engineer at Valmont Industries, Inc. for the last 19 years.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Janette Wiebe Charbonneau; stepfather, William “Bill” Charbonneau; brother, Nick Rowbal.
He is survived by parents: Riley (Christine) Cook; sisters: Rachel (Tom) Foster, Suzana (Josh) Borowski, Beth Cook, Valley Cook, Carly (Anthony) Hoke, Mikaela (Tom) Richmond; brother, Chad (Heather) Rowbal; thirteen nieces and nephews.
Ryan was the kindest, most gentle, patient and caring person to know. With one glimpse into his eyes, you could easily see his love, compassion and generosity. He enjoyed spending time with his family on the lake and during the holidays and was an adamant Husker fan. We will miss Ryan’s thoughtful spirit, shy smile, sense of humor and long stories. There was no one more deserving of friendship, love and respect. Cheers to you Ryan, we have our “blue glasses” of milk raised to heaven in celebration of your life.
In his memory, in lieu of flowers, memorials can be given to the family.
VISITATION: West Center Chapel, August 11, 2024, from 2:00-4:00 pm.
FUNERAL SERVICE: King of Kings Lutheran Church, 11615 “I” St., Omaha, NE, 68137, August 12, 2024, 10:00 am with luncheon to follow.
INTERMENT: Prospect Hill Cemetery, Elkhorn, NE.
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5 Comments
I was working on a project with Ryan (HSC-valamont lowerator). I flew in from Arkansas and Ryan bought my team and I lunch and gave the best local restaurant recommendation. He made me feel very welcome. I only met him once, but his passion and compassion for others were strongly felt. Ryan’s family will be in HSC’s and my prayers.
I’m sorry for your loss. My heart goes out to you as I send my heartfelt sympathy to you at this sad time.
We are deeply saddened at the loss of our neighbor and friend, Ryan. We would chat often when we would see each other outside doing various yard projects. Ryan was an extremely nice fellow and my wife, Sherry and I will truly miss him. We send our condolences to the family and this sad and difficult time.
Ryan traveled with a student group to France. He was a wonderful young man who always thought about others first. I was glad to get to know him on our trip. So sorry to hear of his passing. Praying for grace and peace for the family during the coming weeks and months.
I did not know Ryan but he must have been a wonderful person as described in the condolences, not to mention the family he grew up in. I knew his parents and their family from Cheney, wonderful, wonderful people….I am so sorry for your loss.
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