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SHIRLEY COOK Obituary

COOK, Shirley (Bitensky) Of Revere, passed away on September 24. Beloved wife of the late Melvin Cook. Devoted mother of Gary Cook and his fiancée, Nancy Iengo and Jeff Cook and his wife, Christine Cook. Loving daughter of the late Helen and the late Banny Bitensky. Loving grandmother of Allison O'Leary and her husband, Casey O'Leary and Matthew Cook and his fiancée, Bridget Wood. Also survived by her best friend, Arlene Albanese. Graveside Services on Monday, September 29, 12 noon, at Sudilkov Cemetery, 232 Fuller St., Everett. Donations in Shirley's memory may be made to The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research. For online guestbook and directions, please visit the funeral home website, www.torffuneralservice.com Torf FUneral Service 617.889.2900

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Published by Boston Globe from Sep. 26 to Sep. 28, 2025.

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Amy Pacheco

October 2, 2025

Shirley and I worked together for a number of years as recruiters. She was incredibly insightful , smart as a whip and a delight to be around. She acted as a surrogate mom to the younger staff - there to advise, uplift or give a reality check. The firm we worked for belonged to my father - and I have never come across a more loyal employee. Most importantly - Shirley was incredibly fun to be around. Jeff and Gary - I loved your mom - thanks for sharing her with the world! Amy Pacheco

Steven McCormack

September 27, 2025

In a Galaxy Long ago, and Far Away, standing in line at Arthur´s Creamery, you might often hear me say "Hello, Mrs. Cook". My Heartfelt condolences to the entire Family, and remaining Friends, on this lovely person´s passing. May her Memory be for a Blessing.

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Sep

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Graveside service

12:00 p.m.

Sudilkov Cemetery

232 Fuller St., Everett, MA

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151 Washington Avenue, Chelsea, MA 02150

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