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Beverly Cook Obituary
She was born in Wilcox, a daughter to the late Carl H. and Martha Lehman Johnson. On Nov. 20, 1954, at Wilcox Presbyterian Church, she married Carl W. Cook. He preceded her in death on Aug. 9, 2013.
A lifelong resident of Wilcox, Marlene was a graduate of Wilcox High School. She was a member of Wilcox Presbyterian Church, where she had been the Sunday school superintendent for 40 years and the organist for many years, following in her mother's footsteps. Marlene was also a member of the Jones Township Senior Center where she had been the treasurer for many years, and she had been a volunteer at its Cash Bash for many years.
Marlene was devoted to her family and will be greatly missed by her family as well as her many dear friends.
She had retired in 1997 after working for Johnsonburg Area School District for 22 years in the cafeteria. She had also previously worked for Stackpole Corp. in Kane, Bauer's Fashions of Johnsonburg and the Grant House in Wilcox.
Marlene is survived by her children, Scott (Valerie) Cook of Ridgway, Layne (Brenda) Cook of Erie, Dale (Patty) Cook of Wilcox, Barry (Tina) Cook of Ridgway and Susan (James A.) Smith of Wilcox; 14 grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren. She is also survived by a brother, Gordy (Ann) Johnson of Kanesholm; and a sister-in-law, Eleanor Johnson of Kane.
In addition to her parents and husband, Marlene was predeceased by brothers Alvin Johnson and Carly Johnson.
A funeral service for Beverly Marlene Cook will be conducted at noon Saturday, March 1, 2025, at Wilcox Presbyterian Church with Lay Minister Robert Johnson as celebrant. Interment will be in Wilcox Cemetery. There will be no visitation.
Arrangements are under direction of Anthony F. Ferragine Funeral Home and Cremation Services Inc., 401 Chestnut St.
If desired, memorial contributions in Marlene's name may be made to Wilcox Presbyterian Church, P.O. Box 132, Wilcox, PA 15870; Jones Township Senior Center, 320 Fairies St., Wilcox, PA 15870; or Wilcox Fire Department, P.O. Box 117, Wilcox, PA 15870.
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Jill
March 6, 2025
I'm so sorry to hear of Marlene's passing; my thoughts and prayers go out to her family. She was such a wonderful, pleasant, kind and thoughtful lady and will be missed by many.
Leslie Zilcosky
February 28, 2025
In loving memory of a wonderful person. I will love you and miss you always.
Denny Skraba
February 24, 2025
I first met Mrs. Cook when I was a sales rep coming to the cafeteria at Johnsonburg High School and later finding out her son was dating my cousin, Tina which they eventually married. This came about as me stating my Mother was originally from Burg. We had numerous conversations over the years. Last time I saw her and spoke with her was at Tina's Mother's passing. Mrs. Cook was a super nice, kind person and now she's in God's Loving Arms. My sympathy goes out to her family. RIP.
S B
February 24, 2025
Marlene Cook, as we all knew her, was not "just" from Wilcox, she "IS" Wilcox. Throughout her life, as I knew her, she was everything Wilcox embodied and still does among many. She was gracious, loving, always smiling. Her children share that smile and graciousness. And, all who knew her, knew her laugh it was infectious and as light as sunbeams at dawn on a sultry summer morning.
Marlene was a friend of my mother’s and when she attended her funeral, we were going through an old photo album. One of the pictures was a day that Marlene remembered distinctly. They had just graduated from high school, and it was 1955. Marlene commented, “you know, in those days we ran every where we went; from each other’s houses to the store, everywhere! We didn’t walk at all, we just ran.” The memory made her smile and then, of course, her wonderful laugh.
A few years later, I saw her pull up to the post office with her big car, full of lady passengers, as was often the case. It was winter and everyone who lives here knows about the ruts of snow along the sidewalk. Out steps Marlene with summer tennis shoes and no socks. I said, “Marlene, you better get some socks on, you’re going to catch a cold!” So funny, again, she just smiled and chuckled; said she didn’t have time that morning. They must have been off to the Senior Center for lunch.
I’m sure you all have stories of Marlene, and countless endearing ones. That is the kind of woman she was to all who met her. May you be greeted with loving arms, as you have greeted so many here on earth. You will be missed beyond these mere words.
Marlene, 4th from right, bottom row. Senior Trip 1953
S B
February 24, 2025
Marlene, 2nd from the right .. Wilcox High School Cheerleaders; Class of 1953
S B
February 24, 2025
Marlene, 2nd from right, at lunch in Washington, DC for the Wilcox Class of 1953 trip.
S B
February 24, 2025
What a smile and laugh ...
Maryanne and Ron Peterson
February 22, 2025
Rest in Peace Marlene
Pat Schoenborn
February 22, 2025
Marlene was a wonderful person. We had great times in Florida together. Played bingo and went to bagels every Wednesday . Have great memories with her and Carl. She will be missed by all her friends and especially me. My sympathy goes to her whole family.
Jane Conter
February 22, 2025
Dear childhood friends and neighbors: Scott, Susie, Layne, Dale and Barry,
I was sad to read of mom's passing. She and your family were a big part of my memories growing up on Horner Road. Always loved her sparkle and humor. She and my dad were childhood friends and neighbors as well! I am sorry for your loss and hope that soon you will find comfort in your own memries. Fondly, Janie Johnson (Conter)
Donna Bowley
February 22, 2025
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Jody and Donna Bowley
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