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Aubrey C. Cooke
1927 - 2013
Aubrey C. Cooke
1927 - 2013
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BORN
1927
DIED
2013
Aubrey Cooke Obituary
Aubrey owned, with the late John Cooke, Cooke Chevrolet for 36 years. She was an active member of Christian Fellowship Church, where she belonged to the Wednesday Bible Study and helped with church bulletins on Fridays. Aubrey enjoyed ceramics, dominos, bridge, and reading. She loved animals and feeding her birds and squirrels in her backyard. She was a mentor, comforting many people.
Aubrey was preceded in death by her husband of 42 years, John Martin Cooke, who died in 1991 and brother, Robert Stanley Cortner.
She is survived by her daughters, Catherine L. Brunton (Bill) of Newburgh, IN; M. Pamela Merritt (Jim) of Evansville, and Rebecca A. Craig (James) of Lafayette, TN; grandchildren, Amy Brunton, Robin Brenner, John Boggeman, Matt Brunton, Michael Gay, and Amelia Pinson; eight great grandchildren; and sister, Janelle O'Keeffe (David) of Colorado Springs, CO.
Services will be 10:00 AM Tuesday August 13, 2013, at Alexander East Chapel, officiated by Rev. Kenneth Ott, with burial at Oak Hill Cemetery. Friends may visit Monday from 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the funeral home.
The family would like to give a special thank you to Aseracare Hospice for their wonderful care.
Memorial contributions may be made to Aseracare Hospice, 3775 Haley Drive, Newburgh, IN 47630 or Christian Fellowship Church Missions, 4100 Millersburg Road, Evansville, IN 47711.
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gretchen schymik
September 2, 2013
Aubrey's light will continue to shine every time I think of her smiling face and indomitable spirit. No matter what came along in life -- good or bad -- Aubrey took it all in stride like the champion Christian she was and is now even more.
Pam, Kathy, Becky, Robin and all who loved her -- please accept my heartfelt condolences. I loved her, too.
Gretchen Schymik
Leslie Blye
August 13, 2013
A powerful mix of strength and love, Mrs. Cooke will be missed by many. I cherish the memories of being in her home, horse show weekends and hearing her Faith.
Robin, thank you for sharing your Nanaw with your "Barn" friends. Celebrate the wonderful life she lived as she continues to serve God, now in Heaven.
Thoughts and prayers,
Jerry Myers
August 13, 2013
She was always a gracious and caring lady. My thoughts are with her family.
Cheeba Thiem-Sobotka
August 13, 2013
Aubrey was one incredible woman. She came alongside me after the death of my former husband to provide her guidance and her wisdom. I can't help but believe that she must have a million stars in her crown! Although our loss is heavy for such a warrior, Heaven welcomes her with open arms. Bless you all in your time of grief.
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Bix Branson
August 12, 2013
Aubrey was a special lady.My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Love,
Bix Branson
Andrew Dills
August 12, 2013
"She was a mentor." Truer words were never written. Mrs. Cooke, my next-door neighbor, gave me my very first job cutting the lawn of her home on Boeke Ave. I was not a very good grounds keeper starting out and Mrs. Cooke would have been within her rights to dismiss me and find someone else. But she didn't. She took me around the yard, she explained her expectations, and had me do it again. Through her I eventually built a client base of 5 homes I cut weekly. I've never forgotten her patience and example --- and that of the entire Cooke family. Our sympathies and prayers are with each of you during this difficult time. With time, may peace again be yours.
Randy Forster
August 12, 2013
Sorry for your loss. She will be missed. Aubrey Cooke was a blessing to everyone she met. It was at a youth group in her home that I came to Christ back in 1973. I'll never forget her.
Tamra Jewell
August 12, 2013
Aubrey many years ago gave me the best parenting advise ever...I have five children and she taught me when I was really stressed and did not know what to do... she said lock yourself in the bathroom and pray..." Dear God when I leave this room let my words and actions be yours and not mine" It works every time. God is Good always and all ways and so was Aubrey.
Cathy and Floyd Thomas
August 11, 2013
Robin and Regan- We are so sorry to learn of your loss. Know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Much love to you both.
GWEN Moore
August 11, 2013
Pam and Jim sorry for yours and your families loss. I will truly miss Aubrey' s smiling face. She was a Special Lady .
Rodney Arnold
August 11, 2013
John, Sherry, Allie, Kile, and family, we are so sorry for your loss. We are sending more prayers your way for comfort and healing. Love, Rodney and Julie
Shannon Shoemaker
August 11, 2013
There was not a better lady that walked this earth. God blessed all of us with her wisdom. It was an honor to know her and I thank her for all the knowledge she gave to me that helped me through many tough times. Choirs of angels will welcome her into heaven. Prayers for her family.
Kevin Lee Henderson
August 11, 2013
I am very sorry for your loss, she was a good soul,may she rest in peace.
Rick Norman
August 11, 2013
Chris, I am sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Eric and Heather Mead
August 11, 2013
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family John at this time of loss.
Tina Woolley(Boston)
August 11, 2013
Becky, sorry for your loss. Moms are the center of our Hearts & Family. Stay strong my friend and remember all the Love you shared with your Mom & Dad, they are one again with the Lord !
Brenda Beck
August 10, 2013
Chris I am so sorry for the loss of your Aunt. I know you deeply loved her and will miss her greatly. She is at peace now and I hope that does bring you some comfort. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
John and Karen Peninger
August 10, 2013
Our thoughts and prayers are with you John, Matt, and all your family. Heaven's light has been made brighter with your Grandmother's arrival to her eternal home. You will miss her terribly, but until you see her again, hold the memories close to your heart!
Anne Heinrich
August 10, 2013
What a sweet, sweet servant of The Lord... I spent many times at her house learning and growing in The Lord under her awesome leadership! Praying for all of you for comfort. Love to you all.
Randy and Kim Arnold
August 10, 2013
Condolences to the Cooke family. We were so lucky to know "Nanaw" through her grandson John. May the peace of Christ abide with you.
Virgil Messel
August 10, 2013
What a wonderful woman. I had the greatest of respect for Mrs. Cooke because she was a very determined person. I am so sorry for all of Cooke Family, but it should be soothing knowing she is in a better place.
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