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Robert P. Cook, 73

October 28, 2025

NORTH ADAMS, Mass. —

Robert Paul (Bobby) Cook, 73, of North Adams, MA passed away on October 28, 2025 at his home of natural causes.

He was born on March 26, 1952, the only child of Paul and Verna (Lapan) Cook. He grew up in Clarksburg, MA and attended local schools. He was predeceased by both his parents.

He worked throughout his life and in later years, after the closing of General Cable in Williamstown, he attended Berkshire Community College as well as Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts.

He was a talented musician and played music most of his life. He resided in Clarksburg most of his life, and in later years moved to North Adams. In his younger years, he was extremely close to his grandparents, Charles and Alma Cook, who predeceased him.

James and Elaine Pierce and their family of Clarksburg were exceptionally kind to Bobby throughout his life. He is survived by first cousins John (Mary) Cook, Gary Cook, and Linda (Jay) Gravel, all of Clarksburg, MA.

Burial services will take place in the spring at the Clarksburg Cemetery.

The PACIOREK FUNERAL HOME, Adams, is in charge of arrangements. To leave a message of condolence, please go online to www.paciorekfuneral.com

Recollections & Sympathy For the Family
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Our condolences to the Cook family. I remember Kimo as a young girl. My dad used to book his band and I remember him coming to see my dad at our house. He was always a quiet guy. Our thoughts are with you all.
from: Jeff and Erica Pecor	on: 02-20-2026

This is so sad, I never saw Kemo’s obituary. I played with Kemo in bands through the years. He was an excellent musician and such a great guy. Soft spoken and was one who never asked for much. I’m so sorry for the Cook family, who I’ve known for years. My heart and prayers go out to the family. Dave & Sue Emery
from: Dave Emery	on: 02-18-2026

Kemo and I were best friends in high school. We were an odd couple… I was skinny as a rail and he was a gentle giant. He had a kind soul and we spent our lazy Berkshire summers swimming in Dobbs pond and walking to the local Clarksburg dairy bar. We were both shy misfits, but our claim to fame was practicing Beatle songs in our band “The Soundwave“ at Bob Sym’s house where Bob’s father Chet would have to continually scold us for smoking cigarettes out back. (Cause of the paint storage he said). Many nights were spent on sleep overs at Kemo’s neighbor John Ross’s house listening to Bill Cosby albums and of course, the night wouldn’t be complete without riding around town in Dave Chouquetts old International pick up truck. They were good days in a different kind of time, and I will always treasure them. May God bless you, Kemo.
from: Mark Trudeau	on: 02-18-2026

I went to school with Bob From the first grade thru high school. Always had many laughs with him. May he rest in peace.
from: Alan Stalker	on: 02-17-2026

Kimo, You were a gentle giant. I always appreciated your soft spokeness, quiet sense of humor and demeanor of nothing in the world troubling you. Our encounters weren’t often, but they left an indelible imprint.
from: Bruce Shepley	on: 02-14-2026

“Keemo” as we all called him was a very quiet guy very unassuming guy. We were in home room together all 4 years of high school at Drury. To the family of Bob my condolences.
from: Wayne Duval	on: 02-14-2026

Prayers to you all. He will be missed
from: Nanette schmidt	on: 02-14-2026

Rest in Peace my friend (Kemo)...
from: Kathy Ciepiela Martin	on: 02-14-2026