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COOK: Debbra Lenn (Dale) of Exeter formerly of Blyth

Posted By Haskett Funeral Home On October 21, 2020 @ 6:25 PM In Exeter,Obituary | 75 Comments

COOK: Debbra Lenn (Dale) of Exeter formerly of Blyth

After a courageous 6 year battle with ovarian cancer, Debbie passed peacefully at home with her family by her side on October 20, 2020 at the age of 58. Beloved wife and best friend of Stephen Cook for 39 years. Adored mother of Michelle and Kyle Courtney of Exeter and Darcey and Kandace Cook of Lucan. Grandma to Lucas, Logan, Lincoln; Sophia and Hannah. Sister to Susan and Barry Bromley of Blyth, Tresa Bromley and Linda Lamont of Elmwood, Gordon and Kathy Dale of Whitechurch and Ernie Dale and Maryanne Fitzgerald of Central Huron. Debbie will be fondly remembered by her many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her infant son James Leslie Cook (1985), Father Leslie Dale (2003), and Mother Shirley (Graham) Dale (2018).

Debbie spent most of her life caring for others, right up to the time of her passing. She was always thinking about the needs of others and putting the needs of herself last. Most important in Debbie’s life was her children and grandchildren.  She would never miss an opportunity to cheer them on whether it be in athletics, academics or just finding their way through life.  Debbie was a motherly figure to many that weren’t her own, she was only a call away for a late night ride and never forgot to make everyone’s special recipes. Debbie was the queen of organizing, from her massive lists to ensuring she had everything you need, it was hard to know how she could keep so many things but if you needed it, she had it. 

A public visitation will be held at Haskett Funeral Home, 370 William Street, EXETER on Friday, October 23 from 6-7 PM. Due to Provincial COVID-19 restrictions, each person must RSVP for the visitation. Please click “Register Now” below to register. A private memorial service will be held at Haskett Funeral Home, EXETER on Saturday October 24, 2020 at 11 AM. Though the service is private, the family invites you to join with them from the comfort of your home. Stream the service live by visiting www.facebook.com/haskettfh. Interment Exeter Cemetery.

Donations to Jessica’s House or Saint Elizabeth’s Health Care Foundation -End of Life Care would be appreciated by the family.


Condolences for the family of “COOK: Debbra Lenn (Dale) of Exeter formerly of Blyth”

Condolence from Linda on October 21st, 2020 7:04 PM

Thinking of you all during this difficult time. Debbie was a wonderful person and taken far too young. May her legacy of kindness and giving in a selfless way be carried on in the lives of others! May you find peace and comfort in all of the amazing memories you have all shared together with her. ❤️

Condolence from Paula Goode on October 21st, 2020 7:30 PM

My Condolences to the Family
Sending hugs to you all
Paula Goode

Condolence from Glenda chaput on October 21st, 2020 7:36 PM

Dear Steve and family, Our Sincere sympathy to you all , cherish the memories you have , She will always be in your heart . Mark and Glenda chaput

Condolence from Agnes Marks on October 21st, 2020 7:37 PM

Sorry for your loss Debbie was a great person

Condolence from Melissa Bowen on October 21st, 2020 7:39 PM

My condolences to Steve, Michelle, Darcy and their families. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers through this difficult time.

Condolence from Sandra (Howson) DeCorte on October 21st, 2020 7:42 PM

I am so sorry to hear about Debbies passing. I have some very fond memories working with her at Scrims many years ago. She was so kind, caring and had the most beautiful smile. She will be greatly missed.

Condolence from Jann Van Massenhoven on October 21st, 2020 8:00 PM

Thinking of Debra’s family at this sad time. You were lucky to have such a lovely lady in your life.
Debra was always positive and courageous.

Condolence from Deb Cooper on October 21st, 2020 8:08 PM

Steve and family. Our sincere sympathy on the passing of Debbie. We are thinking of you all . Deb and Dave

Condolence from Bob & Marsha Szusz on October 21st, 2020 8:10 PM

Our deepest sympathy on Debbie’s passing. She was such a fighter! All your memories will keep her in your heart forever.

Condolence from Sandy Garnet on October 21st, 2020 8:18 PM

Praying for strength for you all during this time. Deb will be missed!

Condolence from Terrilyn Clifton on October 21st, 2020 8:19 PM

Dear Steve and family, So sorry for your loss, my deepest condolences to you and your family

Condolence from Barb Willard on October 21st, 2020 8:21 PM

So very sorry for your loss Michelle and family.

Condolence from Suzanne & Ernie Krajcir on October 21st, 2020 8:29 PM

Tresa and family, so sorry for your loss. Our sincere condolences to you and Linda and family.

Condolence from Dawn(Wood)Riley on October 21st, 2020 8:31 PM

Thinking of you all at this difficult time. Keep her memory alive deep in your hearts. Speak her name often and remember all the good times.

Condolence from Wayne & Cathy Carter on October 21st, 2020 8:40 PM

Steve, Michelle, Darcy and families, our sincere condolences in the loss of Debbie. May the many memories of times together bring you comfort and peace now and always.
Wayne and Cathy Carter

Condolence from Jamie on October 21st, 2020 8:41 PM

Such a beautiful obituary for a beautiful lady. Debbie was so proud of her family -and we shared many wonderful moments growing up surrounded by her love and warmth. You will be missed by so many Debbie.

Condolence from Brad & Anita on October 21st, 2020 8:49 PM

Our deepest sympathy to you and your family. Our prayers are with you in this difficult time.

Condolence from Paul & Kathy Elliott on October 21st, 2020 8:50 PM

Our sincere sympathy to your whole family. She was a wonderful person.

Condolence from Jannette and Ken Stoll on October 21st, 2020 8:53 PM

Sorry for your loss and condolences to all of your family my thoughts and prayers go out to you

Condolence from Brenda Atkinson on October 21st, 2020 8:56 PM

Dear Steve and Family You have our deepest sympathies. Brian & Brenda Atkinson

Condolence from Marjorie Duizer on October 21st, 2020 9:00 PM

Steve and family, I am so sad seeing that Debbie has passed away. She will be missed by many people. You are in my thoughts and prayers
Hugs Marjorie Duizer

Condolence from Heather Verwey on October 21st, 2020 9:05 PM

My deepest condolences to Steve and family. She was always the sweetest person. Cherish your memories! Thinking of you all in this terrible time. Heather and John Verwey

Condolence from Barbara and Neil Dale on October 21st, 2020 9:12 PM

Dear Michelle and Kyle.I was very saddened to hear of the passing of your mom.She was a wonderful person.Always enjoyed a visit with her at the hearing aid clinic.I cant imagine how much you will miss her and your children.So nice she got to see her newest grandson.Give my sympathies to your brother and his family also.Hugs to all.

Condolence from June and Harry Bakker on October 21st, 2020 9:19 PM

Thoughts and condolences to all the family. She truly was a giving and wonderful person.

Condolence from Jack and Mary Hogan on October 21st, 2020 9:21 PM

Steve and family,Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time.

Condolence from Joan Bernard on October 21st, 2020 9:24 PM

So sorry Steve, my thoughts and prayer with you and your family. Joan Bernard

Condolence from Steve & Patti Nixon on October 21st, 2020 9:25 PM

Our deepest heartfelt condolences to Steve and family, our thoughts are with you at this time.

Condolence from Robert and Nancy Snell on October 21st, 2020 9:29 PM

Dear Steve and family. So sorry for your loss, our sincere condolences. Thinking of you all .

Condolence from Brian Machan on October 21st, 2020 9:36 PM

Our condolences to the family.
Brian, Shelly and Cody Machan

Condolence from Terri&Brian Mcgregor on October 21st, 2020 9:42 PM

My deepest sympathies Steve and family. Please know that you are in my prayers at this difficult time

Condolence from Ashley (Howson) Phillips on October 21st, 2020 9:45 PM

I am so sorry to hear about Debbie’s passing. I will never forget her beautiful smile! She was such a beautiful lady inside and out and have so many memories of her working at scrims, church or seeing her always a part of the Blyth Community. Steve, Michelle, Darcy and family you are all in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.

Condolence from Greg and Judy Cook on October 21st, 2020 9:55 PM

Steve, Michelle, Darcy and families
So sorry for your loss , Deb will be missed by many

Condolence from Lorie Falconer on October 21st, 2020 10:56 PM

We are so sorry for your loss. Thinking of your whole family with deepest sympathy. We have many treasured Memories of years of friendship with Debbie and all your family.
Hugs to you all❤
Kevin and Lorie Falconer

Condolence from Lyndsay Brandon on October 21st, 2020 11:14 PM

Our condolences to the Cook family. Our thoughts are with you at this sad time.

Blair and Lyndsay Brandon

Condolence from Mary Ann and Carmen Drost on October 21st, 2020 11:54 PM

Steve, Michelle, Kyle, Darcy, Kandace and family. So very sorry to hear about Debbies passing. Thinking of you at this very difficult time. Our sincere condolences.

Condolence from Gerry and Cheryl McLaughlin on October 22nd, 2020 5:43 AM

Steve and family: Our deepest sympathy to all. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Debbie will be greatly missed .

Condolence from Bob and Kathy Lauze on October 22nd, 2020 8:13 AM

Darcey and family, we are thinking of you during this difficult time.

Condolence from Jim & Linda Dietrich on October 22nd, 2020 8:58 AM

Darcy, Kandace & Families
So sorry for your loss, our sincere sympathy.

Condolence from John and Bet Veenhof on October 22nd, 2020 8:59 AM

Steve, Michelle and Darcy. So sorry for your loss. We have very fond memories of Debbie from when our boys played ball together. Thinking of you all, hugs.

Condolence from Joan & Stephen & family on October 22nd, 2020 9:14 AM

Thinking of you Steve, Michelle, Darcey and families at this time. Debbie was such a wonderful person and will be truly missed. Hugs and prayers to you all

Condolence from Ann Brabender on October 22nd, 2020 9:39 AM

Steve and family – My sincere sympathy at this time. You have a life time of memories to cherish, nothing can take those away. Thinking of you.

Condolence from Karen and Kevin Coultes on October 22nd, 2020 9:54 AM

Our condolences to your family. Thinking of you during this very difficult time.

Condolence from Deborah Delyea on October 22nd, 2020 9:59 AM

My Deepest sympathy,i pray that the lord speak peace to your pain at this time.

Condolence from Liz Herman on October 22nd, 2020 10:15 AM

Dear Steve and Family: Thinking of you at this sad time. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Sincerely: Floyd and Liz Herman

Condolence from Dick & Shirley on October 22nd, 2020 10:32 AM

Thinking of all of you at this sad time. Treasure the memories. You now have a special angel. You’re in our prayers.

Condolence from Jeff and Lorraine Forrester on October 22nd, 2020 11:00 AM

Our condolences to you and your family. Thinking of you during this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Condolence from Albert & Nancy Wasson on October 22nd, 2020 11:36 AM

Our condolences to the family. Our prayers are with you in this difficult time.

Condolence from Mary Alexander on October 22nd, 2020 12:24 PM

Steve Gary & I send our sincere sympathy at this most sad time in your life . Hold on to all the memories

Condolence from John Tiede on October 22nd, 2020 12:39 PM

Dear Steve and family,
My deepest condolences to you and your family. Debbie was a kind, heartfelt woman. My memories of her will never fade.
Sending you prayers filled with love and compassion.

Condolence from Donna Govier on October 22nd, 2020 12:47 PM

Thinking of you all during this difficult time.Debbie and Steve were such a wonderful couple and she will be missed by all .

Condolence from Helen on October 22nd, 2020 12:50 PM

Our sincere Condolences to the Cook family
Keith and Helen Lapp

Condolence from Laurie W. on October 22nd, 2020 1:14 PM

Our deepest sympathy to the family. Debbie will be missed by many. Sending hugs to you all.

Condolence from Don and Joan Gower on October 22nd, 2020 1:38 PM

Steve and Family: Our condolences to you at this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Condolence from Bonnie Beuerman on October 22nd, 2020 1:50 PM

My condolences Steve and family sending hugs and prayers

Condolence from Devin Van Nynatten on October 22nd, 2020 2:18 PM

So sorry to hear! Myself and the rest of the team at GC Financial are thinking of you all.

Condolence from Mary Ellen Finlayson on October 22nd, 2020 3:11 PM

Brian, Lisa and family
To the Entire Bromley and Cook families,

So sorry to hear about your Aunt Deb. I know how close you all were and she will be missed.

Thinking of you all,
Mary Ellen (Webster) Finlayson

Condolence from Butch & Cindy Fleet on October 22nd, 2020 3:14 PM

Steve Michelle Darcy & family. Butch & I send our deepest condolences. Such heartbreaking news. Debbie was a beautiful lady. Who loved her family deeply. Know your are in our hearts & prayers.

Condolence from Lori Devlaeminck on October 22nd, 2020 3:45 PM

Kyle Michelle and family. My sincere condolences on the loss of your mom. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

Condolence from Joanne Hickey on October 22nd, 2020 6:38 PM

Steve and family
Our sincere sympathy to you and your family. Thinking of you.

Joanne & Cub

Condolence from Ann Preszcator on October 22nd, 2020 7:31 PM

Dear Family:
My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time.
I met Debbie and the hearing aid clinic. What a lovely person.
RIP Debbie.

Condolence from Patti Fuhr on October 22nd, 2020 7:42 PM

Darcy and Kandace My thoughts and prayers are with you and your families as you go through this difficult time Treasure your memories of your mom and know heaven has gained another angel

Condolence from Elaine Brown Chamney on October 22nd, 2020 9:42 PM

Steve, Michelle, Darcey and Famlies, I am so terribly sorry for your loss. Debbie was always smiling. Your happy memories will comfort you in the days ahead. With sincerest sympathy, Elaine Brown Chamney

Condolence from Jerry and Phyllis Mathers on October 23rd, 2020 8:57 AM

Steve and family Thinking of you all at this difficult time. Could see she was a great Grandmother. She will be missed..

Condolence from Deborah and Miles Davis on October 23rd, 2020 8:59 AM

Our deepest sympathies to you and your family. Loved working and talking with Deb at the hearing clinic even though we were in different cities.

Condolence from Fran and Dave Cook on October 23rd, 2020 11:45 AM

Deb was a lovely woman with a great smile and sense of humour and always so devoted to her family. Treasure your wonderful memories and take comfort in them. Our deepest condolences to you. Fran and Dave Cook

Condolence from Kim Souch on October 23rd, 2020 1:31 PM

Debbie was such a beautiful lady! So sad to hear this news ~ thinking of you & your family 🌺 May you find comfort in your shared memories of Debbie as you celebrate her life ~

Condolence from Jeff and Heather Brick on October 23rd, 2020 5:13 PM

Deepest sympathies Darcey and Family,

Condolence from David and Karen Griffiths on October 23rd, 2020 10:14 PM

Steve and Family
We are so very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this very sad and difficult time.

Condolence from Larry Rutledge on October 23rd, 2020 10:47 PM

Dear Steve and family.. our heartfelt sympathy on the loss of such a beautiful and special person in your lives. Deb fought the fight and now she is at peace and free of pain. May you find comfort knowing that she touched the lives of so many..and will be greatly missed..

Condolence from Aimee Rau on October 24th, 2020 11:11 AM

Sending you hugs Michelle and thinking of you all during this difficult time. I’m so sorry for your loss.

Condolence from Janice Carnochan on October 24th, 2020 12:08 PM

Deepest sympathy to the entire Cook family . We are so very sorry for your loss.

Gord and Janice Carnochan

Condolence from Dale & Starr Bachert on October 24th, 2020 8:17 PM

So saddened to hear of DEBBIE’s passing, our thoughts and prayers are with you, Steve and all your family.
She was such a sweet and giving person, radiating that love to all who knew her. Keep those precious memories alive, they become treasures.
Praying for peace, comfort and strength needed during the days, weeks and months ahead.
Forever in our hearts❣️🙏🤗

Condolence from Steve and Lynne Mann on October 29th, 2020 5:41 PM

Steve and family,
Our sincere sympathy on your immense loss. We have happy memories of Debbie from the Saugeen Maitland hockey days. I also used to chat with her at the clinic in Clinton. She was always so friendly and easy to talk to as we caught up with each other’s family news. Thinking of all of you.

Condolence from Frank & Doris Sanders on December 17th, 2020 5:48 PM

Our paths crossed often. The first time we met was at prenatal classes. From there our paths often crossed at Scrimgeour’s, broomball and the hearing centre. What a welcoming person she was and what a wonderful smile she always had for everyone.
Our deepest sympathy to all the family.
Much love sent your way.
Frank & Doris Sanders

Condolence from Stephen Webster on January 20th, 2021 4:42 PM

Was a very fine person went to public school with her. She was always kind person.

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