Michelle Cooks, daughter of Burnett Cooks and Verna (Rhône) Cooks, was born on January 14, 1962, in Wichita, Kansas. She accepted Christ as her Lord and Savior at an early age and was baptized. Michelle attended public schools and graduated from John F. Kennedy High School in 1980. After graduation, she pursued a career as a computer programmer. Michelle was the loving mother of two daughters, Marcella and Monique Cooks.

Michelle was preceded in death by her parents, Burnett and Verna Cooks; a sister, Marcella Cooks, and a brother, Burnett Cooks Jr.

She is survived by her daughters, Marcella Cooks and Monique (Freddie) Parker; her brothers Willie Ray, Terril, Avester, and Johnny; her sisters, Martreva, Dekimya, and Floreda; as well as her five grandchildren, Meshayonia, Myesiam'shelle, Meilonni, Mekeil, and Dekiaa. Michelle also leaves behind numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and others who loved her dearly.

Michelle was a beacon of light in the morning and a comforting presence in the night. Her memory will forever guide the lives of those who knew and loved her.