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Doris Hook Obituary

Born in Nettleham, England September 3, 1922 - November 12, 2008, 86 years old. She was the wife of the late Arthur W Hook. She is survived by one daughter, Christine A Brooks and husband David. She was the grandmother of four: Jill Romano and husband Bob; Caroline Griffith and husband Bill; David Thomas Brooks and wife Caroline; and James Brooks and wife Corie. Her four great-grandchildren are Geneva K. Brooks, Lindsay A. Brooks, Hannah R. Haakenson and Gabriel Brooks. She is also survived by brothers Eric Needham, Cyril Needham, Brian Needham and sister Joyce Ford, all of England. At her request no services will be held. Those wishing may make a donation to Hospice of Petaluma or Charity of their choice. Adobe Creek Funeral Home assisting with details.

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Published by Press Democrat from Nov. 15 to Nov. 16, 2008.

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Margene Hansen

November 19, 2008

Chris and family,
So sorry to hear of your mothers passing. She is a wonderful woman. I have many happy childhood memories. Love and comfort to you. Margene Hansen

Lindsay Murphy

November 17, 2008

All my sympathies to my friend Chris and her family.
Love,
Lindsay

Brian& Pat Needham

November 16, 2008

Happy memories of a wonderful sister who gave us great joy on our all too occasional visits. You brought great pleasure to our lives.

Cindy Gailes

November 15, 2008

My thoughts are with my friend Chris and her family during this time. I hope that your memories will offer you some comfort and that time will help ease your sorrow.

karen wilson

November 15, 2008

Dear Chris and Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time. I know the loss you are feeling. Words don't help but the love you share as a family will.
Much love, Karen Wilson

William and Karen Stutzer

November 15, 2008

We are thinking about you all and you are in our hearts.

Adobe Creek Funeral Home

November 14, 2008

Our thoughts are with the family and friends at this time.

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