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Cheryl Cooke Obituary

Cheryl Ann Cooke CHESAPEAKE - Cheryl was born April 5, 1946 in Norfolk and passed away May 6, 2010. Although a Norfolk native, she considered Chesapeake her home. She spent most of her working career as a bartender in the Hampton Roads area. She never met a stranger and made everybody feel like family. She did not always have the easiest life. But she faced every hardship that came her way with amazing strength and an incredible sense of humor. Cheryl's greatest joys in life were her children and grandchildren. She leaves behind her son, James E. Bent and his wife Rhonda and their children, Jonathan, Brittany, Jesse James and his son, Jesse James Jr., all of Chesapeake; her daughter, Tracy Espinosa and her husband Bryan Espinosa and their son, Jäger who reside in Virginia Beach; her son, Michael Newton and his longtime girlfriend Shara Krause (a daughter-in-law in Cheryl's eyes) and their children Troy, Olivia and Savannah who reside in Houston, Texas.; and her youngest son, William "Billy" E. Newton Jr. who resides in Kingsport, Tenn., and always had the biggest piece of mom's heart. We love you mama. We miss your beautiful smile and your wonderful laugh. We promise to continue to make you proud of us. Cheryl has two sisters, Veronica Connell of New Bloomfield, Mo., and Margaret Lynn Lackey of Ashland, Mo. They, along with their families, are heart-broken. Cheryl, Tracy and Jäger spent time with their Missouri family last summer. We are all very grateful for that vacation and will cherish those memories forever. Cheryl also leaves behind her husband, Doug Cooke of Mount Pilot, N.C. He and her family stayed by her side till her very last breath. Mom's spirit keeps us connected and we wish him peace and comfort. Her death leaves us saddened and she will be greatly missed by family, friends and all her children's friends who called her "mom." Lets try to take comfort in the fact that we were so loved by such a lovely woman. Cheryl's wishes were to be cremated and no sad services be held. Animals were her passion, so please donate to the ASPCA in her honor.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Virginian-Pilot from Jun. 13 to Jun. 17, 2010.

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c Smith

June 21, 2010

Many blessings to all of those you watch from the universe now...I will miss you 'mom'. Om Tat Sat

Kat Lisko

June 17, 2010

I met you for the first time at Tracy and Bryan's wedding. We had such a great time laughing and talking about "our girl" Tracy. Although I live in Georgia now I still see Tracy when I come back and promise to be there for her as long as she wants me too. Tracy I love you honey and I have you in my prayers. Love Kat and Gary

Mom and Jager

Shara Krause

June 17, 2010

Mom and Troyboy

shara krause

June 17, 2010

Mom and her Love toto

shara krause

June 17, 2010

shara Krause

June 17, 2010

mama & me

Tracy Espinosa

June 17, 2010

mama in Mo.

Tracy Espinosa

June 17, 2010

DJ Moyer

June 16, 2010

Remembering Cheryl's sweet smile and caring attitude will comfort me for the rest of my days. The fun times Cheryl, Doug and I shared will never be forgotten by me and many others in our circle of friends from Va. Beach. From the Cooke cookouts to DJ's house parties all will be cherished. Friends last but a while but memories are forever. I know sweet Cheryl's in a better place, for that we're all thankful. Just wait pretty lady we will all party one more time in the big blue sky in the not too distant future.

Doug Cooke

June 16, 2010

you were holding my hand 21 years ago, with that quickery grin on your face when the preacher said till death do us part, you saw the tear in my eye, now both my eyes are full of tears sweet heart i love you and miss you. God bless you children and please donate in rememerance of Cheryl Ann to ASPCA

shara k

June 15, 2010

Jamie & Mitzi Goad

June 14, 2010

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. Many prayers for you Doug and you family.
With Love,
Jamie & Mitzi Goad

mom having Fun and being young all the time

Shara Krause

June 14, 2010

Mom , Vicky And Jager

S k

June 14, 2010

Shara Krause

June 14, 2010

I miss you so much Momma, I am so glad i had the pleasure have having you in my life in my beautiful kids life, Olivia, Savannah & Troy. They will always remember who spolied them rotten and Olivia misses all the popcorn, Thanks foe impacting everyones lives, no matter who you came into contact with you were a light in there eyes, i love the way you would tell me how it is and i miss your laugh so much and all the ridicouls stuff we would talk about, and how we would laugh at each other all the time, Every day is hard wityhout you, I didnt just lose a mom but my bestfriend. I love you and you will never be forgotten and i hope I can touch half the lives you have touched, you are a amazing women , you worked hard played hard and laughed hard. I miss us gigling all night and My babies miss you badly, Olivia asks about you all the time and Troy misses how you did everything for him all he had to do is give you a hug and there you were, oh he needs some choclate chip pancakes, he had a way to your heart.

we will miss u and use everything you taught us to become better people.

Shara

Donna Lynn

June 14, 2010

That is a wonderful tribute to your mom.

Peggy Espinosa

June 13, 2010

Joe and I thank you Cheryl for such a lovely daughter as Tracy. She is a shining star in our life. I never met you, but feel that we are kindred spirits. Soar with the angels. Peace Be With You...so mote it be!

pretty mama

Tracy Espinosa

June 13, 2010

me and mom at my rehearsal dinner

Tracy Espinosa

June 13, 2010

elizabeth clifford

June 13, 2010

I never met your mother, but I feel I knew her through you...she was an awsome woman whose love of family was legendary and steadfast. She knew how much you loved her while on this earth and still knows. Words are not enough. Peace and comfort to you and your family. I love you, Tracy!!! Elizabeth xoxoxoxox

Jyn Hamilton

June 13, 2010

Trace-
I was so sad to hear of your mom's passing. I remember what a terrific person she was. She let you become the awesome person you are today. I'm sure she will be missed, but you know she is in great company now watching over you and your family. Blessed be....
Jyn

Mark Hanawalt

June 13, 2010

I'm so sorry for you loss although she will live on everyday in you. I truly believe that

Tracy Espinosa

June 13, 2010

Tracy Espinosa

June 13, 2010

Mom-I miss you every second of every day. Jager and I talk about you and to you all the time. Your pictures are everywhere in the house. Thank you, mom, for making me the strong woman I am. I love you my pretty mama. It was a fantastic journey.

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