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for Daniel Cook
Martina
November 16, 2024
It has been since 2007 that we lost you to cancer. Life has gone on but now you have Donna with you. I have missed yours and Donna's phone calls, and your visits on the holidays. Melissa and I talk weekly and talk of all the memories of the four of us spending Christmas and holidays together when we were young. Lots of good memories! Miss you and Donna so much.
Marti
November 19, 2022
Daniel, it has been many years without you. I walk by your picture on my dresser every day, and since I lost Donna year (2021), it has been very lonely without you two. I miss you both so very much, I hope to see both of you one day.
Marti
November 16, 2008
Well brother it has been a year without you. I think of you and miss you each and every day. Even if you were far away I knew you were there watching over us girls. I could just call you and here your voice. . . .I miss that. Even we had out differences you were still there . . . .I miss you so much. I am glad you aren't suffering and I hope you are still around watching over me. I know you are at peace but being the selfish little sister that I am wish you were still here with us.
Dan Matthews
December 17, 2007
Well Dan, the long steep trail came to an end. You will be remembered as a fascinating writer, a good friend, and fellow Scouter. Dan was also known to many in the American Legion as Post 99’s “Morale Officer” for his incisive criticism.
Troop 353 had an Eagle Court of Honor at Loma Prieta Elementary Forum in the Santa Cruz mountains. I called the Scoutmaster and we invited Dan to visit the Eagle Court of Honor. He had forgotten that there was a portion of the program called the Eagle's Nest. All of the Eagle Scouts in the audience were invited to take a seat behind the Eagle Scout that is being honored that day. He was thrilled to take part in the ceremony. He clearly stated his name and where and when he earned his Eagle Rank in Illinois.
He was at the top of his form as he met several Eagle Scouts, proud scout parents, and met some of the very best scout leaders that I have ever associated with.
It was a nice ceremony that included bagpipe music, several speakers, and all the trimmings including a Chocolate cake with an Eagle and the American Flag as a topping.
The whole Monterey Bay was visible from the veranda and amphitheater and we had some cake and I pointed out the cities around the bay. He mentioned several times how well the ceremony was performed.
We spent many happy hours in quiet solitude on the Post 99 deck.
Always remember Dan that all scouters have a saying “Once an Eagle Scout always an Eagle Scout”.
Goodbye for now until we will meet again on the trail.
A Fellow Scout and Friend
Duane Crawley
December 6, 2007
Uncle Cooky - I'm glad you aren't suffering any more. You fought a long hard and courageous battle with your cancer to the very end.
I always enjoyed your visits to Indianapolis and wish I could have known you better.
I love you my uncle. Your nephew Duane
Melissa Bell
December 6, 2007
Cooky, I love you very much and will always remember your calling me "Brat". I'll treasure the memory of you taking me to see the Beach Boys.
I'll always remember when we talked on the phone how you acted like you didn't like cats but you always had Dixie, the neighbor's cat, on your lap. I enjoyed our many phone conversations.
When you had your recent fights with cancer, you told me that you believed in Jesus. I'm glad you are no longer suffering.
I'll always love you and miss you. You were a great big brother.
Your baby sister - Melissia - Brat
Steve and Judy Glickman
December 3, 2007
Dan was a very special guy. He was good at everything he did, and he did a lot of good things. We'll remember him best as a fine journalist and a brave soldier, brave to the end.
Lynn Thompson
November 29, 2007
Dan was a bright man, a talented chef and a unique personality. I have many fond memories of his Sunday epicurean feasts that he prepared in my home for "the gang." I soon found out that the way to keep "Chef Dan" happy while whipping up his Sunday fare, was to ply him with wine and play some good ol' Rock 'N Roll music! He would don his big Chef's hat, put on his apron du jour, pick up a big wooden spoon, pour a glass of wine and proceed to teach us new salty words in either French, Spanish or German! There is no question that Dan did things his way. However, there is also no question that Dan had a good heart and a caring soul. He fought a good battle and now it's time to rest. Farewell my friend.
EARL HONEY
November 29, 2007
Dan Cook's passing: the loss of yet another Legion member. It's with sadness and sorrow that all of us at Post 99 mourn the loss of Dan Cook. Dan served as our Adjutant, Executive Board Member and Public Relations Officer over the past several years.
Dan struggled with Cancer for a very long time and went through many treatments of chemotherapy resulting in disabilities that limited his quality of life. Dan’s quality of life was so important to him and he had such a time physically and emotionally dealing with this loss. Dan dealt with this consequence with varying degrees of proficiency. Dan would have enjoyed reading that description (diplomatic as it sounds and intended) as he often edited my writings for the newsletter with humor and "sometimes" compulsive marks with his red pen. My comments to him when debating these editing requests were; " Dan; ex cops can't only not write well, but the spell checking technology has saved many from an embarrassing pile of dribble that often resulted in cases being dismissed for lack of provable and understandable content."
Dan was a friend and respected fellow Legionnaire to the end and volunteered many hours to help our Post get through some very bad times. Dan's help was appreciated by many and was consistently available until his health took even that away. He sought refuge and comfort going to the Post almost every day. Towards the end he did find difficulty going everyday and relationships suffered from mostly a lack of contact. Many of us understood this spiraling decline and the distress it was having on Dan. We often prayed for his comfort while he waited to meet the end that he knew was eventually coming. No one more than his good friend Dan Matthews understood this. Thank you Dan Matthews for your constant support for Dan. Dan fought very hard and refused to accept his demise with arrogance and stubbornness. Those of you that knew him will surely agree.
Over the past few months my family was dealing with the eventual death of my Mother-in-law. I understandably had my priorities and didn't pay much attention to Dan's current condition. I would see him at the hall from time to time and frankly, he didn't seem to be much better or worse. So, life goes on, such at it is. It all seemed to speed up and before I knew it, Dan was in an assisted living facility. My Mother-in-law died and my wife received a call from Dan giving his condolences. My plan was to go visit him soon to not only thank him for his thoughtful phone call but to tell him how much he meant to me. Well, I was too late. Before I could get myself down there he died. I'm so sorry Dan. I regret not seeing you just one more time to here your opinions and see you smiling back with a sense of "Yeah Right".
God bless you my friend.
Libby Harbour
November 27, 2007
Much to my surprise, while sitting on the deck one evening, Dan and I got to talking about our past and what schools we went to. We realized that both of us came from Indianapolis, Ind. and went to the same high school. We enjoyed talking about school and Indpls. I think that gave us a little closeness that a lot of people didn't have with him. He enjoyed telling me about the times he went back to Indpls. and the people he saw & the places he went to. I was sorry to hear about his passing but I know that it put him our of pain. Bless you Dan Cook...
Carlos Ramos
November 26, 2007
I never knew you personally, wish I had. The passing on of a Legionnaire is always a sad time. To your grieving family...I salute you. May your memory of Dan always stay fresh in your minds God Bless.
Dee Marseguerra
November 26, 2007
Dan, You always wanted people to believe you were gruff & obnoxious. But to those who knew you well, you were neither of the above. You were a very caring person & will be missed. Joe & I are very glad you are no longer suffering from the ordeals of cancer.
Sharon Spigelmyer
November 26, 2007
Dan Cook lived life large -- with good food, cheap wine, and much bull! My memories of Dan are vivid. We met at a country western bar, and proceeded to spend years of Sundays involved in chile cookoffs (Dan cooking, with friends tasting) barbeques, and drinks and friends at the Taberna, a smart DC Spanish restaurant, where Dan sat at a corner stool as the resident sage. He cooked for birthdays, friends, football games and no reason at all. He introduced me to San Fermin -- and I was able to join him and my dear friend Mary (His special Friend) in Miami for a practice run and in Pamplona for the real thing. Ole! Dan did everything his way! A true character, uncompromising and determined. A joy and a challenge. I am glad to have known Dan.
Francessca Ingram
November 26, 2007
Dan,
In the very short time that I had the opportunity to know you, I found you to be entertaining, onry and very smart.
I shall miss our daily chats and feeling like a special person in your life! You were strong to the end...
Rest in peace,
Frannie (Your African Sista)
Lee Terry
November 25, 2007
Dan, you did not "go quietly into the good night" but fought a long and valiant fight to live. You enriched the lives of those who knew and loved you, and probably taught us some new words along the way!! Irascible, intelligent,ornery and a wonderful writer whose ability to make a story come alive will be your lasting legacy. Farewell, my friend. May you run fleetfooted with the bulls for all eternity. We will miss you.
Sheila (Lehart) Dittly
November 23, 2007
Cooky,
I am sure that you are at peace now, resting comfortably. I will always remember you. You were my one of my brother Bob's best friends. Growing up in Greenhills was the best. I will always remember you blowing that bugle of yours. That was in the days when people didn't call on the phone but stood outside and called their names.
I really enjoyed communicating with you on the internet. You had some very interesting stories. I was glad to see you in person in Metamora also. I sure will miss hearing from you but you will probably start your own magazine up in heaven. Sign me up for a subscription. God Bless.
Donna Crawley
November 23, 2007
My older and only brother, there are not appropriate words to fully express your loss to me and the world. Your passing meant the end of a most wonderful, caring, loving and considerate brother and human being (although at times you could be quite argumentive, arrogant and stubborn). I and your two other sisters, as well as the world, lost the friendship of a most intelligent and brilliant man. I will truly miss you as you were also one of my greatest friends. We shared so many memories through the years, and no one can ever take these away. You fought a long a courageous battle for years; but at least now, you are no longer suffering.
My brother, before the cancer, you lived a wonderful life especially with all your travels around the world, for which I'm thankful you had the chance. You made so many friends through these travels.
I'm so thankful to have had you for my brother and know we will be together again. You will be rejoycing in a better place. As you always tried to protect and help me, you will be my guardian angel. I love you so much, and you will live forever in my heart.
Your loving sister, Donna.
Donna Crawley
November 22, 2007
You were a great man and a great brother. I'm going to miss you more than words can express, but I am glad that you are not suffering nor having to have your daily battles with cancer. Not only have your three sisters lost you, but the world has lost a great and extremely intelligent man. You did live a great life (until cancer) with all your travels and many accomplishments. I'll always have my many many memories with my big brother which no one can ever take away. Cooky, I know we'll see each other again, and you'll be rejoycing with all our family and your friends. One day you'll be looking down and protecting your sisters.
You'll be my guardian angel. I love you so very much, my only and big brother. I'll miss you until we meet again. You truly were a GREAT fighter when it came to your cancer. Bubby, you went down fighting! You wanted so much to live a normal life again! You weren't a quitter!!
Your loving sister Donna.
Daryle Crawley
November 22, 2007
Uncle I really didnt know you too well but you meant a lot to your sisters especially my mother. She and I will really miss you.I am glad that you are no longer suffering. You were a great inspiration to those around you. You will be greatly missed. With Love Always..
Martina Brown
November 22, 2007
I have too many memories to put in this small space, brother. You fought long and hard and I am glad that you are no longer suffering. I have no fancy words to tell the world how much I will miss you except that there was four and now there are three. There is a piece missing now that can't be replaced. I love you brother and will always miss you.
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