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Tanya Cooke Obituary

COOKE Tanya Rae, 37, wife of Michael Cooke, died Tue, Sep 16, 2008. Born in Provo, UT, she was the daughter of Janice Rae Hensley Purdy of Lexington and the late Roger William Purdy. Survivors other than her husband and mother include five children, Amber and Cameron Storms, and Alex, Brandon, and Austin Cooke; and one brother, Jason (Kelsee) Purdy. Funeral services will be 1pm Fri at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. Burial will follow in Blue Grass Memorial Gardens. Visitation will be 5-8pm Thu at Kerr Brothers Funeral Home, Harrodsburg Rd. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Huntington's Disease Society of America, 505 Eight Ave, New York, NY 10018.
Published by Lexington Herald-Leader on Sep. 18, 2008.

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Lisa Rasmussen

September 21, 2008

Dear Janice and Family:
We are so sorry to hear about the passing of Tanya. The last time I saw her was at your home in Corbin, Kentucky. This was several years ago and Tanya sang for us, "Oh That I Were An Angel" I remember what a beautiful song and how beautiful she sounded. I have never forgotten that, and that is how I will always remember her. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Lisa and David Rasmussen

Trudy De Vries

September 19, 2008

Janice, Mike and Family
A flood of special memories of the Roger Purdy family in Corbin, KY, raced thru my mind as I heard of Tanya's illness on Tuesday - - I know she will share her beautiful voice with the angels in heaven. My sympathies to each of you in your great loss.

Nanette & Ron Purdy

September 19, 2008

Dear Janice and family- our hearts are with you at this time. We see only strength in you and know it's because of your great faith. Love to all, Nanette & Ron Purdy

Matt and Stephanie Purdy

September 19, 2008

We are truly sorry to hear about your loss. May Heavenly Father be there to support you and comfort you as you face the days ahead. We have you all in our thoughts and prayers. Matt, Stephanie, Scout and Hunter Purdy

Dana Moses

September 18, 2008

Dear Cooke Family (Austin, Brandon, and Alex):

Words cannot express how sorry I am for your loss. I know it has been a long and difficult road for your whole family. Boys, you are so blessed to have had a mother who loved you and to continue to have an incredible Dad and Grandmother. I am sure you have many more family and friends to help you through this difficult time, but want you to know that myself and all of us at Garden Springs think of you as family and would do anything for you all.

My prayers are with you,
Dana Moses (Mrs. Moses)

Amanda Judy

September 18, 2008

Dear Austin,
I feel really sorry for you.It was sad not just for you but, for me ,too.You probably tried to keep her alive but you couldn't do anything.Just to tell you I feel sad for you.Now God is taking care of your mom.From all my heart and lots and lots of love.

Annabelle Brown

September 18, 2008

Tanya displayed such strength and courage. What an example. A beautiful lady.

Debra Williams

September 18, 2008

While we morn Tanya's passing from this life, Heaven is rejocing at her arrival and she will sing with the angles,and Forever in our hearts....

Marcy & Keith Underwood

September 18, 2008

We are so sorry for your loss. Please let us know if we can help you in any way. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Sharon Strange

September 18, 2008

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve. We are here for you and your family always. If there is anything that you need please feel free to call me. Love and Prayers
Sharon, Jimmy & Joshua

Courtney Coyle

September 18, 2008

dear austin,
me and my mommy are so very very sorry to here about your MOM. she's wtih Jesus and God now and they will take really good care of her until you and your famile see her again. we also prayed that our Heavely father put his arms around you and your brothrs and sisters for now and ever to help you not be sad. your frend,

Vickie Brann

September 18, 2008

Michael, Janice & children,
I was saddened to hear of the passing of your wife, daughter, mother. She will be greatly missed by all of you but her spirit will always be with you. I will be thinking and praying for you.

Chad Livesay

September 17, 2008

Austin, our greatest sympathies on the passing of your mother. Your friend, Chad (Ashbrooke Dr and Garden Springs family)

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