Nelson M. Cooke

1903–1965 (age 62)

Military Officer

About Nelson M. Cooke

Nelson M. Cooke (1903–1965) lived to age 62. They were a military officer. Born in Davis City, they died in Bethesda. They are buried at Arlington National Cemetery in Virginia.

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