James "Jim" Glenn Crook, age 88, of Smyrna, TN, passed away on July 30, 2023, under the care of NHC of Hendersonville. He was born on September 20, 1934, to parents Worley Filmore and Gladys Irene Crook in Knoxville, TN.  James was a member of the Baptist church in Kingsport, TN. He was an honorable veteran of the United States Air Force, which he retired from. He also studied for his associate degree.

He is preceded in death by his father, Worley Filmore and mother, Gladys Irene Crook; his sister, Hazel Dickens; his wife, Wilma Crook; his son, Steve Crook; and his daughter, Joy Crook.

He is survived by his grandson, Jeremy Hammer (Catherine Hammer); his granddaughter, Crystal Denton; his great grandchildren, Drew Simpkins, Jaren Hammer, Landon Hammer, Madison Parker, Kolbe and Tucker Parker, Dominic Denton, Kiera Denton; and great-great granddaughter, Salem Daughtry.

Mr. Crook's hobbies were bowling, golfing, putting puzzles together and watching old western movies like Gun Smoke.

A visitation will be held on Thursday, August 3, 2023, from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM with Military Honors starting the funeral service at 2:00 PM at Woodfin Chapel in Smyrna, TN. Burial will be held on a later date at Mapleview Cemetery in Smyrna, TN.

In lieu of flowers, Mr. Crook would like memorial donations to be made to the MDA (Muscular Dystrophy Association) by following the link provided below.

https://www.paypal.com/fundraiser/charity/1348517