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COLLEEN COOK Obituary
Of Morningside, on Wednesday, February 22, 2017, age 60. Beloved mother of Alexander J. Hahn; sister of Lin McEnery (John), C. Roy, Kevin (Patti), Neil (Tina), Maureen McGraw (Jim), Joel (Jeff Soose), Erin (Cindy Baldauf), Brian (Tom Mageros), Paul (Hannah) and the late Richard (survived by Nancy Jean) and Adrienne; daughter of the late Clarence and Vilma Cook; also survived by aunts and uncles and nieces and nephews. Friends received at McCABE BROS., INC. FUNERAL HOME, 6214 Walnut Street, Shadyside on Sunday, 2-8 p.m., where Funeral will commence on Monday at 9 a.m., followed by Mass of Christian Burial in St. Raphael Church at 10 a.m. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to St. Raphael Angel Fund, 1118 Chislett Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15206.
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Roy Cook
February 18, 2021
Always on mind and heart
February 6, 2020
I just miss you so much...
February 19, 2019
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C Roy Cook
February 18, 2019
Two years I miss you every day and all of our talks together the laughs and the tears Love, Always, Roy
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Joann (Salley)Seddon
September 18, 2018
To Colleen's family I am so sorry to hear of Colleen's passing I went to high school with Colleen she always had a smile on her face she was so friendly she will truly be missed
May 22, 2018
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February 3, 2018
I really miss you - everyday....❤
December 28, 2017
There was a hole this Christmas in all of our hearts, you were really missed. ❤
September 14, 2017
I know you're beside me, thank you ❤
March 15, 2017
Dear Lin and entire Cook family,
Just heard about the passing of Colleen. Please know all of you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Judy McFadden Broseus
March 8, 2017
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Beatriz Ochoa
March 8, 2017
Today, I missed Colleen's distinctive kind cheerful greetings and laughter.
Grateful,
Beatriz D Ochoa and Family.
Pamela Evers
March 1, 2017
I just found out my dear friend Colleen Cook has passed away. There are no words that can express the bond we shared and how sad I am. I will miss her and never forget the years we shared. It is with a heavy heart that I am writing this. Rest in peace Colleen.
February 28, 2017
May Colleen's soul and the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, Rest In Peace. Amen.
My deepest sympathies to family and friends.
Colleen Bradley Nicholson
February 28, 2017
Maureen and the Cook Family,
Sorry to hear the loss of your sister Colleen. Our prayers are with all of you.
Tony & Jo Ficorilli
February 27, 2017
Sorry for your loss
February 27, 2017
We are so sorry for the loss of your sister, Colleen.
Cook and Mary Jo Diederick
patricia Barthnek Biswick
February 27, 2017
So sad went to school together. Prays are with the family.
Kathy Kelly Przydzial
February 27, 2017
It was with great sadness and heavy hearts learning of colleen's passing. She was a beautiful person. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. May God give you strength comfort and peace during this time of need along with all the fond memories of colleen.
Christy Csaszar-Ream
February 27, 2017
Cook Family,
Colleen will always be in our hearts. She was a kind soul, always looking out for everyone. She will never be forgotten, she is one of Morningside's finest!!!
February 27, 2017
Neil & Tina & family - Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time. Love, Don & Glenda Mulkerin
Brian Conn
February 27, 2017
Lin, John and Brian, we are so very sorry to hear the news. Do know we will have you and your family in our prayers.
Al DeVito
February 26, 2017
To the Cook family, my deepest sympathies on your loss. My prayers are with all of you.
Dan & Margareth Sweeney
February 26, 2017
To the Cook Family, our deepest sympathy to you. May God grant you continuous blessings. We pray the fond memories of your sister help you through your time of grief.
Samantha Shaulis
February 26, 2017
Colleen,
You were not only my neighbor but you were my second mom. Getting the call that you had passed on broke my heart into a thousand pieces and now, one will never be put back. Throughout my life you have always been there for my mom, my sister, and myself. Having a second mom was the best thing for me growing up; if you were upset with one, you went to the other. I always looked forward to our summer nights on the porch. I will still have those night with you there in spirit. Alex will forever be my little brother and I will always be here for him. You are the greatest angel God has gained. I love you.
Melinda McLaughlin
February 26, 2017
Dear Maureen, Erin, and Cook Family,
My deepest sympathy on the passing of your beloved sister I did not have the pleasure of knowing her but I know she had to be a special woman she was a Cook. My thoughts and prayers go out to all of you may your memories give you joy and peace.
Sincerely,
Julie Sadowski
February 26, 2017
Our deepest prayers and sympathy go out to you all especially dear Alex. God Bless.
Julie and Jimmy
February 25, 2017
I'm so sorry to hear this news . My prayers are with all the family mark avolio
Michele Gorman-Boyd
February 25, 2017
May the whole Cook family find comfort in their joyful memories of Colleen. Thoughts and prayers are with you now and always.
Lisa Kramer
February 25, 2017
To the Cook family,My sincere condolences to all of you. May the good times bring you comfort.
Carole Advent
February 24, 2017
It is such a shock to say Colleen is gone. So many years of having her right next door to talk to and listen. There is a void that will never be filled. The love I and my girls have for her and her family is eternal. If you knew Colleen you were lucky but if she was your friend you are truly blessed. God has received a true angel.
C Roy Cook
February 24, 2017
Colleen ... what I want to write would take hours ... you'd be bored ...I picture us laughing together like we always could .. so easily but so sincerely ... I hope you are happy that I did what I promised you I would do ... the enormity of the tragedy will live on until we meet again .. the doctors and nurses did everything humanly possible .. and like we agreed .. God makes all the right decisions anyway ... I just wish it was you making these decisions for me instead .. I know you are in Dad and Mom's arms now .. we are actually all jealous .. give David and Mikey and Lauren big gushy hugs for me as only you knew how to give .. I will miss your daily phone call and you always checking on me .. I will forever care for Alex and try to help our grieving family and friends moving forward ... because like you always told me, that's your job Roy, if I go before you .. dear Sister .. my heart won't ever stop aching .. Always .. Roy
February 24, 2017
I'm so sorry that your sister has passed away. I never met her, but, I know from Brian how wonderful she was. She was very blessed to have grownup with such a close family. May her memory be eternal.
Kim Terihay
Patty Tysarczyk Popek
February 24, 2017
Deepest sympathy to the Cook family on the passing of Colleen. I had the pleasure of meeting Colleen a few years ago while working on a neighborhood volunteer project and enjoyed her company immensely. I know she will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Wendy Allen Hafner
February 24, 2017
Memories of Colleen go back to my childhood of her visits to Akron with my Aunts Liz and Terri. And years and years of wonderful visits full of stories and a beer or two shared on back porch of Jancey St. Sharing the antics of our sons. My heart breaks for Alex and the Cook family. May God watch over you all.
Denny and Ellie KIrk
February 24, 2017
Cook Family,
Due to traveling we are not able to offer our condolences in person. Please know that we are praying for all of you at your time of great loss. We will remember Collen in our prayers today and pray that God will welcome her into the Kingdom of God.
Peace,
Denny and Ellie Kirk
Ainsley
February 24, 2017
I love you.
Erin
February 24, 2017
Col -
Our world has turned completely upside down. I want to wake up from this nightmare to be able to breath again and return to our normal calm days. You meant the world to my kids, they loved you more than life itself - you became a surrogate Grandma to them - always there for every school event, every birthday, every holiday, every soccer game, every karate event, every Christmas concert, every year trick or treat walk around your neighborhood, every report card with a dollar for their good grades. You made their world a beautiful, loving, and warm place and I thank you from the bottom of my heart for that. This life will never be the same, the hole that remains in this family will be indefinite. You and I found an amazing friendship over these last several years, you were more than just a big sister you became my shoulder to lean on, an ear to listen, we found laughter in talking about family at present and from so many years ago - like how you knocked the crap out of me for sneaking your clothes and how I deserved it. You would say it may seem funny now but I wasn't laughing then Erin! I treasure the time I had with you since moving back to Pittsburgh six years ago, what hurts is - I wanted so much more. Please continue to guide and love my little family of four from a far, you will continue to be oh so present in our lives for the rest of our lives. Cindy and I will always be there for Alex through every life event, he will be more than okay he'll be phenomenal just like his Mom! I'll see you again Colleen on the other side, go enjoy paradise with Mom and Dad - I love you forever.
Sandee Gault
February 24, 2017
Colleen was the best friend anyone could have. She gave unselfishly of herself for anyone in need. She had a positive, uplifting nature. She loved her son beyond all measure and was so very proud of him. She also loved her family very much. I will miss our many talks and the way she could always lift my spirits when I was down in dumps. I don't know what I will ever do without her in my life. I know that God is rejoicing to have this special child of His back with him. I know she will watch over all of us. Alex, please remember that a mother's love NEVER dies. May God hold all of you in the palm of His hand and give you peace.
Sandee
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