Julia Ann (Judy) Cook of Sun City, Arizona died on Dec. 10 ^th 2017 at home surrounded by family and friends.

Born Feb. 24 ^th 1944 in Hoxie, Arkansas to Jess and Edna (Burke) Palmer. Living in Arkansas, Illinois, California and Arizona, she acquired many friends who will miss her infectious smile. While living in Powhatan, AR, Judy attended New Hope Baptist Church and was employed by Lawrence Memorial Hospital and the Walnut Ridge Walmart.

Survivors include her loving partner Eugene Ball Jr., sons Andrew (Suzy) Ball, David (Danielle) Debenedetto, son-in-law, John Schooley, step-son Mark Cook, step-daughter Jane Cook and sister Bernice (Roger) Taylor of Powhatan. Judy was very proud of her grandchildren Brian and Cassidy Ball, Sara, Kevin and Stacy Schooley, and Dominic and Elias Debenedetto. She is also survived by many beloved nieces, nephews.

Judy was preceded in death by her parents, devoted husband, Carl Cook, daughter Patricia Schooley, and two sisters and brothers-in-law, Wilma and Jesse Alfaro, and Geneva and Richard Williamson.

A graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. on January 10, 2017 at Powhatan Cemetery.