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William Cook Obituary
"Billy"
Geneseo: Suddenly on July 6, 2008, at age 27 years. Predeceased by grandfathers; William P. Cook Sr. and Grover Miller. Survived by mother Sonia Miller of Geneseo and father William P. Cook Jr. of Lima. Brothers and sisters; Deborah Schunk, Steven Arner, Wendy (Tom) Meehan, and Tracy (Al) Hamza. Grandmothers; Rose Miller and Ruth Cook. Nieces and nephews and many friends.
Friends may call at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home, Inc., Rte. 15 & 20a, Livonia, on Friday from 2-4 & 7-9pm. Funeral Service, 10:00am on Saturday at the United Church of Livonia, 21 Summers Street, Livonia with Rev. Dan Finch Officiating. Casual attire welcome. Burial to follow at Oakridge Cemetery Lima, NY. Memorial contributions can be made in Billy's memory to Lollypop Farm, 99 Victor Road, Fairport, NY 14450. 346-5401.
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Memories and Condolences
for William Cook
Joe Rotolo
July 15, 2008
Bill, I was shocked when I heard the news of your son's death today. Please accept my sincere condolences. My prayers are with you.
Colleen Williams
July 12, 2008
Bill,
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of
your son. My thoughts and prayers
are with you and your family at this time.
Cindy & Dave Manchester
July 11, 2008
Bill, so very sorry to hear of your son's loss. We were both shocked and saddened. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Frank Warzeski
July 11, 2008
Bill - I was absolutely stunned by the news about Billy. I met him several times when you brought him in on "Bring Your Kids to Work" day at Kodak. The last time, when Billy was 15, I had the opportunity to show him around the lab and demonstrate some of the work we were doing. He was one of the most polite, pleasant, and likeable young people I've ever met and it was easy to see why he was your pride and joy.
My heart goes out to you during this sad time.
Frank Warzeski
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Bill Sherman
July 11, 2008
Bill,
I am very sorry to hear about your son. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. May God give you the peace and comfort you need at a time like this.
Shirley Hamza and Cherie Laufer
July 10, 2008
Tracy, Brandy, Ryan, Nicole, Gramma Miller, Sonia and family,
It seems unimaginable that gentle Billy has been taken from you so soon. May sweet memories bring you comfort. Our hearts are with you.
Leanne West
July 10, 2008
~Bill~ You will be missed greatly, We had some amazing fun times, you were a great friend, I will always cherish the time we had together. To Bill's parents and family my thoughts and prayers are with you now and forever. <3 forever with you,
~Leanne West~
Bonnie Dewey
July 10, 2008
Billy: Your gorgous smile still shines on us all. Although you were called home to soon, we are blessed to have you as an Angel watching over us all. Save a dance for me.
Aunt Sonia, Bill, & My Family
I havn't seen you all in so long, but please know that I love you all so much and am hurting for the loss of Billy with each of you. May we comfort one another at this time, let God give us the strength to get through another minute of each given hour. I hold you close to my heart, and in my prayers.
Dawn Murphy
July 10, 2008
Bill:
After getting the news on Sunday my heart just dropped for you and your family. Just to know how much you loved your son shows love in your son and family. I'm not much on cards, phone calls, or visits but to let you know that my thoughts and prayers are with you. Oh and by the way everyone at Shooters Supply is thinking of you to.
Dawn
Kristine Jaycox
July 10, 2008
Billy, you are truly missed. I haven't seen you since I moved to Florida, but we had some great times. My thoughts and prayers for all lucky to have known you. You will be missed deeply.
My prayers are with the family in this time of need.
Dianna Renner
July 10, 2008
Deb,
May kind and special memories of your brother help you find peace during your time of sorrow. My sympathy to you and your family.
di
Bill and Cathie Hubbard
July 10, 2008
Sonia and family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time.
Bill and Cathie Hubbard
July 10, 2008
Dear Deb, Krista, and Trisha,
We are so sorry to hear of the loss of your brother, and uncle. Know that our thoughts and prayers are with you. Both families have truly loss two great young men. May your memories never be forgotten. God bless all of you and the family
The Uzialko Family
Cyn Ricker
July 9, 2008
Sonia, We've never met, but I do know Lauren & Gus Miller. I was shocked and sadden to hear of the loss of you son Billy. Pls know that my thoughts & prayers are with your whole family. Remember Billy' smile, it will help you through these difficult days. God Bless.... Cyn Ricker (a friend of Lauren & Gus Miller)
Leslie (Heiligman) DeVay
July 9, 2008
Bill & family,
I am truely sorry for the loss of your child. My thoughts and prayers are with you and yours. God Bless,
Rosheen Rutherford-Amend
July 9, 2008
Bill,
I'm So Sorry for your loss. I am praying for you and your family.
My condolences
Rosheen Rutherford-Amend
Pam Wright
July 9, 2008
Bill, I can't get my mind around the grief you must be feeling. Billy and Ashley are so close in age, it doesn't seem possible that one is gone. My thoughts and sympathies are with you and his mom.
Dawn Peri
July 9, 2008
To The Cook Family,
Sending you our heartfelt sympathy at this tragic time in your lives.
Our daughter loved Billy so very much: he will always hold a special place in her heart. We are truly feeling your pain, and are saddened by your loss.
Know that we are praying for God to grant peace and comfort to all of his family.
Bob & Dawn Peri & Carrie Sawdey
July 9, 2008
Bill,
You are in my thoughts and prayers. How very sad for you and your family. I will always remember the bon fires at the farm , where I first met your son. Take care of yourself.
Best regards, Colleen ( Krebbeks) Fiscus
Frank Cosmano
July 8, 2008
Bill,
I can't even imagine your greif.
My heart felt sorrow at your loss.
Phillip Butterfield
July 8, 2008
My thoughts are with all of you who knew Billy. Especially Mom and Dad. Billy was a dear friend. I remember someone once asked if Billy and I were cousins, we just laughed at the time. But now I will answer, no. We are more like Brothers. If there is anything that needs to be done I will be there.
Jacqueline Meehan
July 8, 2008
No Words can be said in this time of loss. My Heartfelt Thoughts & Prayers are with the entire Family.
Billy Will Forever remain in my heart With all my Love & Hugs
Betsy Bryant
July 8, 2008
Bill
There are no words to express the deep sadness one feels when they've lost a child. Only those of us who have known this pain can truley relate. I am so sorry you have to feel this loss. I will pray that the Lord will get you through this difficult time. As Im sure somehow He will. Meanwhile my thoughts and prayers are with you and yours.
Jen Warner
July 8, 2008
Sonia and Family,
I am truly sorry for your loss. I've known Billy for years, and I enjoyed watching him mature into a kind and sweet young man. He will certainly be missed by many.
Mark Kerns
July 8, 2008
Bill-
So sorry to hear about the loss of your son. I know he will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Nancy & Jack wise
July 8, 2008
Sonia, We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Jack & Nancy
Nicole Baylor
July 8, 2008
Sonya and family,
I have been blessed to have known your son as a great friend and person. I'm deeply sorry about your loss and you are in my prayers.
Rick & Sharon
July 8, 2008
Bill,
There are no words for the loss of a child. Our hearts are with you and your family.
Margaret and Mark Schuster
July 8, 2008
Dear Cook Family,
There are no words to help ease your pain, but know that there are friends here to help you through this most difficult time. Bill was a special person who will always be remembered for his athletic talents and true friendship.
Sandy Klinke
July 8, 2008
Bill,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time. May the good Lord help you and be by your side.
Sandy
Melissa Coveny
July 8, 2008
billy. wow. i can't believe you are gone. you were my "locker buddy", my middle school crush (haha) and most of all my good friend. i will never forget cheering for you on the football field. carrie, mandy and i fighting over who could yell your name the loudest. ha ha. high school. you were such a great guy. you would do anything for anyone. when i saw you two weeks ago at the gym you were so funny! i'm glad we had that chance to catch up, although, like you said, in a small town you never miss anything anyone does!! i hope you knew how many people cared for you, and how much you are sure going to be missed! heaven definitely gained an angel on sunday (so did Giants fans everywhere). you'll forever be in my memories.
to the Cook family: stay strong in knowing how much your son impacted the lives of all those he met. he was a truly wonderful kind hearted man, the one whom you raised him to be. my deepest sympathy.
MarySue O'Connor
July 8, 2008
Bill,
Though we haven't spoken in years. my prayers and sympathy are with you and your family. I can't imagine what you are going through.
Ashley Moore
July 7, 2008
Im not sure what to say. I honestly didn't know Billie that well. But I know our families were once good friends. The entire Moore family sends their condolences to all families.
Marcia Barker
July 7, 2008
Sonja...we only met briefly on Saturday evening but the news of your great loss saddens me. May all the wonderful memories sustain you thru this sad time.
Pam Moses
July 7, 2008
Dear Sonia, We were so sad to hear of Billie's passing. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Shawn, Pam and Tristan Moses
Kaytee Ruliffson
July 7, 2008
My condolences. Billy was a great kid. I will keep him and his family in my prayers
Steve Hildebrant
July 7, 2008
Billy Cook was a beloved friend and as close as family to those of us in downtown Rochester that knew him. My condolences go out to his family and loved ones in this time of tragedy. He will be sorely missed and always live out in our memories of him. He was a truly genuine human spirit who gave of himself without asking anything in return. I will always love you Billy.
To his family - Billy meant the world to me & those that knew him. When arrangements have been made, we will be there to pay our respects. All my condolences & best wishes-
-"Scuba" Steve Hildebrant
Pat and Lois Gagliardy
July 7, 2008
Dearest Sonia, We know that no bond is as great as that between a parent and child and our hearts ache for you. Please accept our deepest sympathy and know that you are in our prayers.
Lauren Miller
July 7, 2008
Billie was always smiling. That's all I saw of him all day yesterday in my minds' eye. I grieve with you today and always.
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