Michael W. Cook, age 81, of Massillon, passed away Saturday, October 3, 2026 at Akron General Medical Center.

He was born April 5, 1945, in Huntington, Indiana, the son of the late Curwin and Wanda (Michel) Cook.

Michael retired from Goodyear after 40 years as an engineer. He was part of the team that developed the tires for the NASA Lunar Roving Vehicle. Later in his career, he traveled all over the world.

Michael is survived by sister, Judith Minniear; niece, Julie (Roger)Fromer; nephew, John (Sandra) Minniear, II; several great nieces and great nephews, great-great-nieces and great-great-nephews, all of Indiana.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Kaye L Cook; brother-in-law, John Minniear.

Because of his and his wife's love of their collies, please consider memorial donations be made to Best Friends Animal Sanctuary, 5001 Angel Canyon Drive, Kanab, Utah 84741-5001. 

Keeping with his wishes, there will be no services.

Condolences to the family may be made here on our tribute page. 

Heitger Funeral Home and Crematory 330-830-0148