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for Patrick Cooke
Jan Morgan
November 17, 2009
To Helen and the Cooke family,
I was just looking Patrick up and saw that he'd passed a year ago. My deepest condolences to you all for your loss. He was a loving, kind and funny man, a great chef, a talented pharmacist (how many remember that?). I have always felt blessed and enriched that I had great times with him in Maryland, and have been content knowing that he was happy doing what he loved in Springfield. My (belated) very best to you all.
Denise Cusack (Flood)
August 28, 2009
August 29, 2009
To Patrick's family. I'm so deeply saddened by Patrick's passing. I was on a "search" after having an intense dream about him and found he had passed away. Patrick and I attended SUNY Cobleskill together in the early 70's. We spent time in each others homes and his Mom, Patricia gave me my first Thanksgiving dinner with her famous oyster stew. I loved the Cooke family and was blessed to know all of you. You have been in my heart with happy memories for many years. Meals around your kitchen table were outrageous! My family adored Patrick and my sister's and brother's (7 in all) still talk about him. I have photo's of our days together which I will always cherish. I feel so proud of Pat, learning of his accomplishments. He was at Howard the last time I heard from him. All of the loving messages that have been left for Patrick and the family are true. Even as a young man, Patrick was an extraordinarily loving person. He brought love and laughter into my life..I will miss more then ever.
Eileen Curto
January 19, 2009
To the Family of Dr. Patrick Cooke, I was a patient of Dr. Cooke's for the last five years and he was truly a wonderful Dr. It was always a pleasure to go to my appointments with him. He was what I consider to be a rare Dr. esspecially these days. He was full of compassion and you could really tell that he cared about you not only as a patient but as a person. Both Mercy Hospital and Baystate Medical Center have lost a excellant Dr. who will never be replaced. My deepest sympathies to his family and friends.
Robin Niles Papa
January 2, 2009
My deepest sympathies to the family but especially to his dad . I dated Patrick for a few years in high school and spent most of my time at your home. He was my first love and I thought of him often over all this time. I knew he would have been an MD but I didn't know where he was. How tragic to look him up today only to find his obituary.Find peace in his spirit and love of life. I will miss him and I miss you all as well.
Steven Cooper
December 22, 2008
I trained with Pat at Baystate Medical Center. His amazing sense of humor and his compassion were an inspiration to those of us who worked along side him. He will be missed.
Karen Drenzek
December 20, 2008
To Dr. Cooke's family: It was with great sadness to hear of Patrick's passing. I met him many years ago while working for Dr. Sheffield (another GI specialist) when he first came to the Springfield area. He was a wonderful person to know and to talk to, always with a smile on his face and a joke to tell you. He was the GI physician to many of my family members and most recently my own 'doctor'. He was the nicest, gentlest, most compassionate man and physician and will be greatly missed by all who ever came into his life. My deepest sympathy to all of the family at this very sad time. May God bless you all. Always remember how very special a man Patrick was. With sincere sympathy, Karen Drenzek
Nola and Gene Magiera
December 20, 2008
To the Family of Dr. Patrick Cooke, We were extremely saddened to hear of Dr. Patrick's passing. He was a wonderful, fun and compassionate doctor. It was so wonderful to see his smiling face and little 'bowtie' on our many visits to the office. We will both miss him very much. Our deepest sympathy to his entire family. Nola and Gene Magiera
Micky Nolan
December 14, 2008
All my memories are gold where Patrick is concerned. He and Clark camping and fishing together and coming home stinking to high heaven. Saturday night pizza parties, prom night , Sunday dinners at my house. This world is a much colder place without him. They say the good die young, well I can believe that where Patrick is concerned. I remember Peggy very well she was a wonderfully sweet girl and her family will always miss her and now will miss Patrick as well. God Bless you all and may Patrick rest and abide in peace.
Mary Bertrand
December 13, 2008
To Dr. Patrick Cooke's family and friends,
My husband and I had the pleasure of getting to know Dr. Cooke for only the past few years as his patients, and are so very saddened to hear of his passing. His empathy and compassion came through each time either of us saw him. I will never forget one of the first few appointments I had with him and how at ease he made me feel... as he held up the johnny top he wanted me to put on, saying "We have a lovely and stylish gown for you Mrs. Bertrand, made in America and - - made of 100% cotton!" Indeed, he had a great sense of humor and a wonderful bedside manner! We are honored to keep Dr. Cooke and his loved ones in our prayers. May God Bless and Comfort You.
With deepest sympathy,
John Alifano
December 9, 2008
To Pat's Family,
I loved and admired Pat not only as a friend and colleague, but also as his patient. He saved my life with his skills in GI medicine, and attended my mother at BMC years before. God has called him home. I share your sorrow in the loss of this wonderful gentleman.
Varna Anderson
December 7, 2008
My son and I were patients of Dr.Cooke and he was truly a one of a kind of Dr. and had a way of making you feel like a close friend. We will miss him very much...I am truly sad to know he no longer walks amoung us. I am very sorry for your loss.
John Stoutnar
December 7, 2008
My sincere condolences for the loss of your husband, Patrick. I am very appreciative of Patrick's kind offer for the use of your ATV trails through out the years.
Ruth VanderLeeden, RN
December 6, 2008
My sincere condolences to the Cooke family. I met Patrick more than 25 years ago when I was a new nurse at Baystate medical Center and spent 20 yrs as an endoscopy nurse there. He was a huge presence in the Gi field and will be greatly missed.
Glennice Flynn
December 5, 2008
To the family of Dr. Cooke,
I am so very sorry for your loss. Dr. Cooke was my physician and I will miss him dearly. He always had a way of making people around him smile. He was very caring and patient, listening to what I had to say and addressing concerns that I had.
I will miss him. My prayers go out to you
The Durrins
December 4, 2008
To the Cooke family,
We have wonderful memories of our friends and neighbors from 'across the street.' Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time of loss of another loved one.
With heartfelt sympathy,
David Cines
December 3, 2008
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
George Parr
December 3, 2008
One of my most vivid memories of Pat was when he got a go-cart. We had such a good time. I think I was 14. I was really shocked to hear of his passing.
Dawn
December 3, 2008
During this time of mourning, I would like to express my sincere condolence at the loss of your loved one. May you find comfort in persistent prayers, as “the peace of God that excels all thought will guard your heart and your mental powers.” [Phil. 4:7] I certainly hope that the help God can give at this time will make a difference.
Debby Freidus
December 2, 2008
To Patrick's Family,
I will miss his smile and positive attitude (as well as his brownies and pot roast). He truly loved his dogs and Field Trailing. The Field Trial world has lost a great supporter and a true gentleman.
Vinnie Villamaino
December 2, 2008
Pat was both my physician and friend and all of us who had the privilege to know him will feel the great sense of loss that I do. My condolences go out to his family. He will be sadly missed by many.
Steven Cines
December 2, 2008
To the Cooke family,
The fond memories will never fade. As fleeting as some of them may be, the 35 years I have known Patrick will be forever cherished. With my son being named for Patrick, I now have the double fortune to know that his memory will be intertwined with another generation. Indeed, I have also been blessed to have known Patrick for all these years and to also have my children meet him for the first time last year at a quail hunt in New Jersey. Thanks again Patrick for all the memories. We will all miss you.
Our deepest sympathies.
Steven, Marilyn, Patrick & Chelsea Cines
Susan (Everall) Gero
December 2, 2008
Too soon for anyone of our generation to go. My sympathies to the family.
Mary Petrone
December 2, 2008
Dr. Cooke was amazing. I am very sorry to hear of his passing. He always made me feel better when I went to see him. Regardless of how ill I felt physically, he always made me feel better with a smile, or a joke or to pick on my red sox hat. Of all the doctors I have ever had, he was by far my favorite. I looked forward to the visits to his office even though visits to the doctor are typically a chore, it felt like I was visiting a friend. He will definitely be missed. I have never had a doctor spend so much time or be so caring. He was an angel on earth.
Margaret Porter
December 2, 2008
To Family of Doctor Patrick M. Cooke, and his staff at GI Associates. May my prayers go out to each of you, in this time of bereavement. May you find peace and comfort knowing how may lives this little giant touch and helped in so many ways. I knew Dr. Cooke from BSMC when he was a Resident and stay in the community to continue to provide services here. I will greatly miss him and his support as physician, and a special gentlemen. May God Bless you all and keep his memories forever in our hearts.
Joyce Bellemare
December 2, 2008
It was with great sadness and shock to see Pat's obituary in the Banner. Pat was in my class -'71 - and he was a wonderful guy then. He most always had a smile on his face, was very gentle but yet he enjoyed competing for high grades with Danny Dempsey. I remember him in his football uniform and also in our plays. The last time I saw Pat was at a class reunion at the Dearstyne's and he looked great and seemed to be happy with his life. Reading all the entries gives me a glimpse of the Pat he became - a wonderful physician and a friend to many. That is a wonderful legacy. My sympathy to your family - Patrick was a wonderful person.!
Dale and Betsy Dearstyne
December 1, 2008
Dear Cooke family,
When we heard the news, we were (and are) very sad. Pat always brought a smile to my face and a laugh in my heart. We haven't seen Pat since the 25th class reunion, but we think of him often. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Paul and Elaine Bowler
December 1, 2008
To The Family of Dr. Patrick Cooke:
We have never had such a kind and gentle Doctor who was extremely personal, always cheerfull, and yet so professional in his work. We loved his Bow Ties, and pictures and stories about his dogs. He was truely a remarkable person as well as a Doctor. He had a charming personality, great sense of humor and made you feel comfortable. We will miss him dearly.
Patients of Dr. Patrick Cooke
Nancy Concato
December 1, 2008
To Dr Cook's family;
I was very fortunate to work with Dr Cooke in Mercy Medical's endoscopy unit for 7 years. What a fun loving, wonderful story telling, kind man. He loved his dogs,his horses, and his Yankees!! But, most of all Dr Cooke loved life!! Unfortunately, it was too short for him and all of us who knew him...God Speed , Dr Cooke, many prayers are with you. Thanks for the memories....Nancy Concato R.N.
Mark Stewart
December 1, 2008
To the Cooke family & friends,
I heard of Dr. Cooke's passing today from a colleague. We met through a business relationship at his practice in Springfield, what a pleasure to work with! I will miss our candid discussions about life and medicine!
My best to all of his family as they deal with the loss!
Mark Stewart
Kathleen Cole
December 1, 2008
To the family of Dr. Cooke
I was saddened to hear of your loss. Dr. Cooke was an exceptional person and will be sadley missed by all. He cared for 3 members of my family and was just wonderful. He loved his dogs and his Yankees. He will be missed.
brian maloney
December 1, 2008
To the family of Patrick,
I am sorry to hear of the loss of Patrick.Patrick will always be remembered as one of the true gentlemen in the sport of field trialing,always willing to help a club when needed,always gracious win or lose.although we will miss Patrick's empty saddle,his spirit will remain on the grounds with us.
Patty Crowley
December 1, 2008
My deepest sympathies go out to Patrick's family. I've known Patrick, through the dogs, for many years. He was always a kind, thoughtful, caring, and polite man. I have only ever heard positive and kind things about him from others. I will miss his quiet sweetness. He was always the perfect gentleman.
Nothing can take away the pain his family is feeling at this time, but please take confort in the positive and wonderful impact he had on everyone he knew.
Carl Howard
December 1, 2008
To the family of Patrick,we would like to express our deepest sympathy at the loss of a great man who made us laugh and feel a wram comfort that one needs when seeing the doc.I started with Pat as my doctor back 14 years ago.With a comfort he gave me, i then turn my wife and my mother and mother-inlaw over to his care.We all loved him and we misssed him dearly when he left the first part of this year.We will forever keep him in our memories and may those bow ties and that great smile shine in the heavens.
Kimberly Eaton
December 1, 2008
To The Cooke Family,
Please accept my condolences. I will always remember Patrick as one of the first to welcome my husband and myself into the world of field trailing. His vision in organizing field trials has been inspiring and his sportsmanship was unparalleled. He will be greatly missed.
Donald Marsh
December 1, 2008
To Dr. Cooke's Family,
I was a recent patient of Dr. Cooke and I honestly can say it was my good fortune and pleasure to have known a man as Dr Cooke.
Beyond thoughts and opinions.
Beyond songs and silence.
Beyond today and tomorrow.
Beyond life...
Just one thing remains, Memories!
May the memories of your loved one support you forever!
Kathleen Murrane
December 1, 2008
To the Cooke family,
I was shocked and saddened to receive the news of Pat's death,as I am sure all members of the class of '71 were.
Please accept my condolences.
celine macdonald
December 1, 2008
to the Cooke Family, What a pleasure to have known such a gentle giant. His compassion and professionalism toward his patients will surely be missed. I remember Pat chasing his dogs in the early mornings on Ft.Pleasant Ave. as we readied Dr Boss's office for patients. My thoughts and prayers go out to each and everyone of you and may the many fond memories ease your pain and sorrow. celine macdonald northern edge adult medicine
Linda Baillargeon
December 1, 2008
Patrick had a great soul, we will always remember his kind spirit and generosity towards his residency program at Baystate. We will miss him dearly.
Linda Baillargeon, Education Coordinator, Internal Medicine Residency Program, Baystate Medical Center
jean larose
November 30, 2008
To the Cooke family,Patrick was a wonderful doctor and he could always make me smile .I worked with him at baystate Medical center and I also choose him as my physician when I started having stomach problems .He took care of my mother also.I didnt know he was ill since I have moved out of the area and have relocated to south carolina several years ago.Patrick was a compassionate physician and he will be missed by me and all the staff in the intensive care unit at baystate.respectively Jean Larose
Sandy & Fran Polom
November 30, 2008
To Dr. Cooke's Family,
With our heartfelt sympathy on the loss of a wonderful doctor and gentleman. Dr. Cooke would always share with me stories of his dogs and competitions and encourgaged me to get a dog for my children. I will always remember his bow ties and love for the Yankees.
He was a wonderful doctor for me for the past ten years always greeting me with a smile and was great at his profession. Having viszlas as I was growing up, I enjoyed talking with Dr. Cooke about his dogs and seeing his pictures. He will be greatly missed.
Diane Noret
November 30, 2008
My deepest sympathy for your loss.
His cheerful presence at Mercy will greatly be missed.
Pat and Linda Kelley
November 30, 2008
To the family of Pat Cooke,
Please know how very sorry we are to hear of Pat's death. He was often thought of and spoken about in our home and the home of our brother, George Carey. We will keep you in our prayers.
Sincerely, Pat and Linda Kelley
Steven Silver
November 30, 2008
I will personally miss Patrick deeply. He was my colleague, personal doctor, medical school alumni, and fellow upstate New Yorker. At Baystate Medical Center he was voted "Best Teacher" by the residents and medical students. Above all he was a gentleman and a man of honor. My sympathy to his family and loved ones.
Stephanie and Manny Gutierrez
November 30, 2008
To Patrick's Family:
My husband and I are deeply saddened by the passing of Patrick. He was the epitome of a gentlemen on and off the field. He smiled through his eyes and always made you feel comfortable and welcomed. It was an honor to have known him; he truly touched everyone's hearts. I know Pat is on a horse right now with his dogs and taking to the fields! He will be deeply missed.
Stephanie and Manny
ROBERT DOTY
November 30, 2008
TO THE FAMILY OF DR. PATRICK COOKE,MY HEARTFELT SYMPATHY.
HE WAS MY DOCTOR,AND FRIEND. HE WAS SO PERSONAL IN GREETING YOU NO MATTER WHO YOU WERE OR WHERE YOU WERE. I WILL TRULY MISS THIS EXCEPTIONAL PHYSICIAN AND FRIEND, BLESS YOU PATRICK FOR BEING ONE SPECIAL PHYSICIAN.
Dottie Buoniconti
November 30, 2008
To Doctor Cooke's Family.
I will and have missed your husband and Father ,deeply. I was so sad to hear he was no longer practicing meds. I truly Loved this man ,of wisdom and compassion for others. I always felt comforable with him as my Doctor, He had a caring that was remarkable to other Human Beings. And you knew when you left his Office ,that he was sincre and cared about You and his work. I'll miss him Dearly. I sent a message to his Office when I heard he Left, I hope he recieved it. I told him How deeply he would be missed by me. I hope he knew. Which I believed he did. He was one Great Doctor and Friend to everyone. I had a feeling his sickness came back. He talked of his Horses, which I could tell ,he loved. This was the kind of man he was. I'm glad I knew him. I'm so Sorry. Now he is everyone's Angel in Heaven. I feel honored.
Richard Garini
November 30, 2008
Our sincere condolences to Pats' family. He lived his life to the fullest and we share in your loss.
Rich & Laurie Garini
Lorna Finning
November 30, 2008
I live back in the Cambridge area now. Though we haven't kept in touch, you guys have no idea how often I (and, no doubt, many others) think fondly of your whole family. I'm truly sorry for your sadness, but also understand how lucky you all are to have been a part of each others' lives. Warmest wishes.
kevin&angela beecher
November 30, 2008
to dean and the rest of patricks family please accept our deepist sympathy.patrick was good friendand doctor he will be missed.
Margaret Gordon-Cooke
November 30, 2008
Deane, Helen, Dan, Dave and William C.
Patrick has left this "veil of tears" and forever in my heart will be the good memories, from holiday dinners delivered to where he was working to transplanting yellow iris he had given us--my love and my prayers to all of you.
jennifer hale
November 30, 2008
I was sad when I herd about it. Hope u are all doing fine. sorry to here about it. He was a great dr. to work for he is very missed there.
anthony chouffi
November 30, 2008
To the Cooke Family, We are truly sorry to hear of Patrick's passing.Please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. With our warmest condolences, Anthony & Kelly Chouffi , Clifton Park ,NY
Richard and Debra Loomis
November 29, 2008
To his family: Patrick was a good personal friend and a cherished member of the Connecticut Valley Vizsla Club. He worked tirelessly at our field trials and was a gentleman on the course and in the clubhouse. He will be deeply missed by all. Our thoughts are with you at this dificult time.
David Margolin
November 29, 2008
Profoundly saddened to have been told of Patrick's passing and know words cannot alleviate the depth of the family's sorrow but want them to know the world is surely diminished by the loss of such a kind, generous, happy and thoughtful soul.
Never to be forgotten and just know Patrick will be happily trialing in eternity so hope they can find some comfort in that.
My deepest sympathy,
Dave Margolin
Rehema Mwanga-Lareau
November 29, 2008
To the Cooke Family,
Pat Cooke was one of my attending physicians during my residency training at Baystate Medical Center. He made the work enjoyable and his fun loving personality made it less stressful. We will miss him.
Rehema Mwanga MD
Russ and Edie Davidson
November 29, 2008
So deeply sorry to receive the news of his passing. He was a wonderful gentleman, great competitor and a down to earth guy.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time.
Richard Murphy
November 29, 2008
To Patrick's family, I was deeply sadden when i received the news that Patrick had passed away. He was a competitor, a friend and a real gentleman that truly loved the sport of field trialing. Patrick served as my Vice President at Flaherty and was one of the most positive people that i have ever met and he will be sadly missed by all who knew him.
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