Jake Cooke

NEW OXFORD Jake Cooke, 21, died Wednesday, August 27, 2014, as the result of an automobile accident on his way to work. Jake was born November 5, 1992, in Baltimore, Md., the son of Robert B. and Shirley C. (Ayers) Cooke of New Oxford. In addition to his parents, Jake is survived by a son, Jordan A. Cooke of New Oxford; his fiancee, Kayla Hastings of New Oxford; three brothers, Robert J. Cooke and his wife Becky of Gettysburg, Craig B. Cooke and his fiancee Alicha Toms of Willards, Md., and Reece L. Cooke of New Oxford; maternal grandmother, Beatrice Newman and her husband Bob of Westminster; maternal grandmother, Pauline Saunders of Baltimore, Md.; a half-brother, Scott Levenson of Baltimore, Md.; a half-sister, Elyse Carignano and her husband Andy of Maryland; a nephew, Drew Cooke of Gettysburg; three nieces, Tori Cooke-Vaughan of Hanover, and Elly Cooke and Anna Cooke, both of Gettysburg; and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins whom he loved dearly. He was predeceased by his paternal grandparents, Bob and Rosemary Cooke; and his maternal grandfather, James Ayers. Jake passionately loved his son, Jordan and his fiancee, Kayla. He was a wonderful daddy, and had a pure loving heart toward everyone. He loved the outdoors and was a fantastic skateboarder. His favorite teams were the Baltimore Ravens and Baltimore Orioles. He loved being with his family and was a blessing to everyone. Following cremation, a memorial service will be held on Saturday, August 30, 2014 at 1 p.m. at the Feiser Funeral Home, Inc., 302 Lincolnway West, New Oxford, with the Rev. Brian Casale officiating. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Saturday from 11 a.m. until the time of the service. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that contributions be made toward an education fund for Jake's son, Jordan. Contributions will be graciously accepted by Bob and Shirley Cooke. Memories may be shared at www.feiserfuneralhome.com