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James Roderick Cook

Eureka, California

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Jim was born on April 25th 1921 in Eureka, CA. He grew up a young cowboy, working the family ranch in Petrolia. The Cook/O'Leary Family were the earliest settlers in the Petrolia valley. Jim told stories of driving sheep from South Mayde to Petrolia, and one rancher recalled, young 9 year old...

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To the Cook family,
I need to appologize for the lateness of this note as I just found out about Jim's passing this past weekend. I feel so very lucky to have known such a special man and his wonderful family since I was a young kid. Jim was a hard working and honest man and I will miss him terribly. I truly wish I could have been at his celebration and want you all you know how much I respected and admired him. I hope you all are doing well. All my best!

I feel so lucky to have known Jim; what a tremendous role model and Gentleman! After telling the kids that Jim and
Margot had complimented them on their good behavior in
church, I never had to get after them again when Jim and Margot sat behind us - they adored Jim & Margot and would never want to let them down! God Bless Jim and the whole Cook Family....

Cook Family,

Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Jim was a great guy.

I first met the Cook family in the early 60’s while serving Mass at the Catholic Church in Petrolia as an Alter Boy with Farther McCarthy. After Mass the Cooks’ extended an invitation for lunch and that’s when I was introduced to the famous laugh and story telling of Jim. Jim was a man with old school family values and he will be missed by all that knew him. Our condolences go out to the entire Cook family.

Larry and Joy Griffith

Margot, and Cook families;
We extend our deepest sympathy to all of you. Jim was a great guy, and we're all a bit richer for having known him.

Dear Margot and family,
Jim's wonderful, well-lived life has touched us all. Our hearts go out to you.
Love, Suzanne,Jon and family

To the Cook family,
My sincere sympathy to all of you. I'm sorry that I cannot be at the service on Friday........please know my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Fondly, Loretta Alexandre

This is a heart felt loss to the community and family. He will be greatly missed.

To the Cook family,

I am saddened by the passing of Jim. He will be missed. My heartfelt condolences to all.

Sincerely,