Passed away peacefully at Strathmere Lodge, Strathroy on Thursday, February 13, 2025 at the age of 89. Beloved wife of Fred Cook (2015) for 68 years. Cherished mother of Brenda and Gerald Lenders, Dale Cook, Dianne and Frank Dietrich and Ray and Lauren Cook. Loving grandmother of Mike and Becky, Mark and Jessica, Reid; Jason, Katie; Scott and Jenny, Paul and Jocelyn; Krista, Kevin and Nicky, Alex. Proud great-grandmother of Clara, Julia; Chloe; Amelia (2011), David, Peyton; Bridgette, Graham, Drew; Brooks, Harvey; Finley. Dear sister-in-law of Norma Marshall, Ruth Cook, Lillus Riddell and Fred Lewis. Fondly remembered by her many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her sister, brother, and in-laws, Bar and Doug Davidson, Stan Marshall, Reta and Harry Hughes, Edith and Harold Hardie, Shirley and Max Bilyea, Cliff Cook, Billy Cook, and Jim Riddell and her parents Herbert and Ida (Kimball) Marshall.
For 59 years, she worked alongside her beloved husband Fred, embracing farm life with hard work, love, devotion and happiness. She was passionate about her family, farm, neighbours (all were friends) and the Granton community. She was an active and dedicated member of the Granton United Church, generously giving her time and support. Being a part of her community and giving back were very important to her. Practical, ordinary, content, always true to her values, always doing her best and giving her all – so Jean! Her kindness, dedication, laughter and unwavering spirit will be missed by all who knew her.
Visitation will be held at Haskett Funeral Home, 223 Main Street, LUCAN on Wednesday, February 19th from 4 – 6 PM, where Jean’s funeral service will be held the following day on Thursday February 20th at 11 AM. Interment Granton Cemetery.
A heartfelt thank you to all of the staff at Strathmere Lodge, who so lovingly cared for her these past four years.
If wishing, donations to Strathmere Lodge, Jessica’s House Hospice or Villages United Church, in Jean’s memory, would be appreciated by the family.
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Linda Hodgson Boon
Condolences to the Cook family. Your mom was a cousin thru marriage to Fred. Remember your mom very well.
Linda Hodgson Boon, Caledonia
Ralphina Campbell
I’m sorry to hear of your loss and would like to offer my condolences. Ina
Janice Dobinson
Dianne, Frank & Cook family,
Sorry to hear of the loss of your mom. My first time ever going to a farm was at your parent’s homestead. Your mom always made us feel welcome. It’s a difficult time Dianne …sending a hug your way.
Sincerely, Janice
Wendy Case
Dear, Dianne and the Cook family.
My deepest sympathy to all of you in the passing of your beautiful Mom, Jean. I have so many fond memories of time spent on your farm when I was a girl. The dairy barn, riding horses, your Mom’s baking and the peacefulness of your country home. So much love! May the wonderful memories of your Mom bring you peace at this time of sorrow. With love and hugs, Wendy (Kloss) Case
Don and Deanna Beatson
Brenda, Dale, Dianne and Ray, we were saddened to hear of your Mom’s passing. She was always so kind and thoughtful to our young children.; and we have often heard stories of she and Rhea’s long walks and of earlier times when they depended heavily upon one another. She was a wonderful lady and neighbour.. May God be with you all and give you peace at this time.
Evan and Courtney Luke
Aunt Jean will remain in our hearts forever. May you be comforted by the outpouring of love and support during this time!
Shelley Martin
Dianne and all the family so sorry to hear of your Moms passing. Heartfelt condolences to all.
Shelley & Louie Martin
NELSON BILYEA
Brenda & Gerald, Dale, Diane & Frank, Ray & Lauren and the Cook Family
So sorry to hear of the passing of Aunt Jean, she was such a remarkable woman and will be missed by you and your families. She always had a tender smile for you and made you feel so welcome. Our deepest sympathy and condolences are sent your way at this time of sorrow.
Nelson and Kathy Bilyea
Greg & Katlin Sumner
Our sincere condolences are with you all during this time. May all the good memories help during these difficult days.
Shannon O'Shea Ross
To the entire Cook family-
Sending my deepest sympathy to all of you as you say goodbye to one remarkable lady. Jean was a pillar in our rural community, and a lovely neighbor to us O’Shea’s. I will especially remember playing with Jason at the farm surrounded by her perfectly manicured gardens, and Halloween night visits with her and Fred.
You have all been in my thoughts this week. I truly can’t help but picture “Fred and Jean” reunited, beaming together once again.
With love,
Shannon
Tyler & Mary O'Shea
Our condolences to all the Cook, Dietrich & Lenders families of the passing of a true matriarch. Always leading family and community leaving a friendly conversation, smile & wave. Jean will be missed.
With sympathy,
Tyler & Mary O’Shea
Diane Young
Dianne and Ray and families
Very sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. Please accept my sincere condolences. My thoughts are with you all during this difficult time. Cherish your memories.
Grace Rollings
To the Cook and Marshall Families.
Our sincere condolences on the loss of Jean. Treasure all your great memories.
Clarke and Grace Rolliings
Tim Ryan
Our sincere condolences to the Cook family,
May the Happy memories ease the difficult days,
Tim and Sandy
Leroy and Nancy Maguire
Dianne and Frank. Sorry for your loss. Our condolences to you and your family at this difficult time.
Leroy and Nancy Maguire
Debbie Thomson
Thinking of everyone at this difficult time, my condolences.
Shirley Lyons
To all the Cook families:
So sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. Thinking of you at this difficult time. May all the wondrful memories bring you comfort in the coming days and years.
Jeremy O'Shea
Our condolences on the passing of Jean. She was a great neighbour to have on Stonehouse.
So sorry I can’t make the visitation as I am away in eastern Ontario.
Joe &JoAnn Dewan
So sorry to hear of Jeans passing .
Heather Parkinson
My condolences on the loss of your beautiful Mother/Grandmother and to all who cherished her.
As the previous owner of O’Grady’s Clothing in St. Marys- Jean was hands down one of my most favourite customers. She brought light with her when she came through the doors. Fred used to love to sit in the winged back chair for quiet observation. Jean would visit me almost weekly if only to say hello and we always shared a laugh. Our developed friendship was a highlight to my time as a merchant. Thinking of her now with her beloved friend. I bet they’re eating Chinese food.
Linda Mills
Dear Brenda, Gerald, Dale, Dianne, Frank, Ray, Lauren and your families of which she was so very proud to be a part of. Her work ethic was second to none. Whether it be her gleaming floors, weed free gardens, hauling wagons to Tooheys or getting lunch ready for Fred…she was always on the move. Knowing she is back in the arms of her beloved Fred brings a smile to all that knew her Hold on to your wonderful memories as you prepare to close this chapter in your family. Thinking of everyone. Rest in the sweetest peace Jean.
The Soucys
Ray, Lauren and the whole Cook family,
Wishing you all good memories of your time with Jean.
Thinking of you and keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.
Rick & Ann Soucy
Bob and Nancy Rushton
Our sincere condolences to the Cook family.
May you take comfort in the many warm memories you share.
Craig & Ashley Swarthout
To All of the Cook Family,
Our deepest condolences on the passing of Aunt Jean. May the wonderful memories help you through these difficult days.
Kim Cook
our sincere condolences to all of you. Thinking of you all during this difficult time. Doug,Kim and kids
Larry and Barb McGill
We send our sympathy to all the Cook family and Brenda and Gerald Lenders.
Thinking of you at this sad time.
Love,
Larry and Barb McGill
Penny (Hodgins) McComb and Darrell McComb
Hugs to all the Cooks,
Your mom was such a gracious lady. Keep all your memories close to your heart.
Sorry for your loss.
Penny and Darrell
Don and Debbie
To the Cook families ,
So sorry to hear of your mom’s passing . Will always remember her and her beautiful smile . All warm and happy memories will always be in your hearts . Our Deepest Sympathies and Condolences to You and your families.
Don and Debbie Riddell
Leroy and April Bryan
Our sincere condolences to the Cook and Marshal families.
Jean was always ready to invite you in for a coffee and visit and a tireless worker at any church event. Her warm smile and friendly nature will be greatly missed.
Leroy and April Bryan
Sandra & John McFarlane
Our deepest condolences on the passing of your Mom,
We will never forget her kind smile and how she welcomed us into the Stonehouse Line Community when we moved here.
Sandra & John McFarlane & family
Joan and Dave Goddard
To the Cook Family
So sorry to hear of Jean’s passing. She was a lovely lady. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this sad time.
Sandra & Larry Hern
We extend our sincere condolences to all of Jean’s family as you bid farewell to a beloved Mom, Grandmother & dear extended family member. Her love of family, community and her Church will always be remembered with affection.
Judy Dale
Brenda and Gerald, My sincere condolence to you and your family at the loss of your dear Mom. Keep your memories close to your heart. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
The Benner's
Dear Brenda, Gerald, Dale, Dianne, Frank, Ray, Lauren and Families….Remembering Aunt Jean as a steward of love for her Fred, Family, Faith, Friends and Farm.
Memories of her massive weed-free gardens to her neat as a pin home showed a strong work ethic that both she and Uncle Fred possessed. Thinking of my cousins as you navigate these challenging days but comfort in knowing that this Valentines Day, Aunt Jean was back in Uncle Fred’s arms…exactly where she is suppose to be….In sympathy and support…Don, Heather and Family….
Jeremy Becker
Dianne & Frank – Sincere condolences to you are your Family at this time.
Fred and Aileen Knip
Dianne & Frank, Dale, Brenda, Ray and families
Deepest sympathy to your families at this difficult time. Your mom was always so friendly and easy to talk to. Wishing you all wonderful memories as you reflect on her life.
Bob and Nancy Manning
Cook Family: Sorry for your loss. May the memories that were made, bring you comfort in the coming days!
Tom & Catherine Ross
All the Cook families,
We were sorry to hear about Jean. She was indeed a kind lady and will be missed by many.
Please accept our condolences.
Tom & Catherine Ross
Ruth Morkin Murphy
Dale
My sincere condolences to you and your siblings on the passing of your mom.
She and Fred were wonderful neighbours to my parents, Leo and Mary Morkin.
Cherish the memories.
Jason & Sarah Lenders
So sorry to hear of Jean’s passing, take peace in knowing that she’s home with her Savior. Brenda, Dale, Dianne, and Ray, our thoughts and prayers are with you and all of the family.
Michelle Schon
Dianne&Frank and Cook family. Deepest sympathy to you all at this sad time
Brian & Michelle Schon ❤️
Wendy Hearn-Anderson & Jim Anderson
Dianne, Dale, Ray & Brenda and families
Sending my heartfelt condolences at this sad time. It’s never easy saying goodbye, especially to our mommas. I always enjoyed going to the family farm with Dianne when we were younger. Your mom’s giggle laugh, always made me smile! She will be close by whenever you find a dime, a sign she is thinking of you! Big hugs to everyone.
Dawna and Harry
Dear Ray, Lauren and family.
Sending sincere sympathies to all of you from the Van Boxmeer’s.
Keith and Joyce Thomson
To all of the family of Jean. So sorry for the loss of her. Our condolences to you all at this time of great sorrow. May you treasure those many fond memories . Rest in peace Jean.
Jane, Madison, Dawson and Carter
Dianne, Frank and family, we are sorry to hear of Jean’s passing. She was a kind and welcoming lady, with a gentle soul. Sending you love, hugs and prayers.
Bill and Dianne Dietrich
Dianne, Frank and family
Sorry for your loss of your mom. Thinking of you at this difficult time.
Bill and Dianne Dietrich
Ken and Bonnie Parkinson
Very sorry to hear of your loss. Our condolences to you and your family at this difficult time.
Ken and Bonnie Parkinson
Mary Vanderwal
Brenda and Gerald
My condolences to you and your family with the loss of your mother.
May she rest in peace.
Mary Vanderwal
Jeff & Teresa Young
To all the cook family sorry to hear of your loss Our condolences
Joan Robson
We are remembering the many times, at Tim’s ,that we visited with Jean and Fred. Those were the good days. Speak her name often and she will always be near by.
Joan and Ralph
Dean Cornish
Donna, Maggie and Dean Cornish
Our condolences to Dianne and family. Rest in peace Jean.
KELLY AND ROSE O'Connor
To all of the Cook clan, our sincere condolences.
Tracy Harrison
Dianne, Brenda, Dale, Ray and Families,
I’m so sorry to hear of your loss.
She was a kind and generous soul.
May you find peace and joy embracing the wonderful memories you will continue to hold with you.
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Glenn & Sharleen Phillips
To the Cook and extended Families.
Sorry to hear of Jean’s passing. Cherish the great memories and good times.
Dann and Sally Mills
Cook Family
“On behalf of Verna , we are deeply saddened to hear about the passing of Jean. We will cherish the memories of the great times our families would enjoyed together. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Vicki and Bruce Hambly
Brenda, Gerald and family,
We were sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing. She lived a long and happy life, with the love of a good man, a beautiful family and great friends. I’m sure your visits to see her at Strathmere Lodge were a comfort to her and really brightened her days. Wishing you many wonderful memories to help you through any dark days ahead.
Hugs,
Vicki and Bruce
John & Mary Walls
To the Cook families;
Thinking of you at this sad time.
Our sincere condolences.
Ron and Louise Vanderhoek
To the Cook Family,
We’re very sorry to hear of the loss of your beautiful mother.
Please know that we are thinking of you during this sad time.
Ron and Louise
Alex Westman
My sincere condolences to the Cook family . She was a wonderful lady.
Rob Brintnell
Brenda, Dale, Dianne, Ray, and families.
I remember all the times mom and dad hung with your parents playing cards. Your mom was a very sweet lady. You’ll have lots of memories to hold onto. Sending our condolences to your family.
Rob and Sandi
Wayne Darroch
Dianne and Dale and Family, We send our sincere condolences with the passing of your Mother. sincerely , Wayne and Judy Darroch.
Don and Trudy
Dale and Family
So sorry to hear of the passing of your mom. There aren’t words to make it any easier. Just keep the good times in mind and it will help you through the tough times. I’m sure you have a lot of good memories. So sorry keeping you in our prayers.
David Hughes
Brenda and Gerald and family: although I only met Jean a few times she was sweet and friendly with a big smile. Keep your memories near and dear. Deepest sympathy to you all. She was lovely David Hughes
Joyce Garrett
To ALL of the COOK Clan
Deepest sympathies to all of you at this time.
Jean was always smiling and had a pleasant presence about her.
A wonderful lady.
Cherish the memories.
Hugs
Bill & Joyce Garrett
John & Terry Herbert
Condolences to the whole Cook family. Jean was an active community member when we brought our family to Granton, 32 years ago and a friendly & welcoming face at the United Church when we joined after the Anglican Church closed. Her absence over the last few years was indeed noticed.
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time.
Brenda and Fred Smith
Brenda Dianne Dale Ray and families
So sorry for your loos
She was a beautiful person inside and out
Always like our conversation over the years
Always keep the good times close to your hearts
Back in the arms of her love
Hugs