David Edwin Cook

David Edwin Cook GORHAM - David Edwin Cook, age 76, passed away unexpectedly at home on Friday, April 27, 2018. He was predeceased by his beloved wife of 47 years, Addie Chase Cook. He is survived by his brother, Lawrence Cook; son, Christopher (Jennifer) Cook; daughter, Adeline (Kurt) Rudolph; four grandchildren, Erich, Addie, Morgan and Elijah; significant other, Donna Marbach; and faithful hound, Alba. Dave was born in Townline, N.Y., and was the son of H. C. and Elizabeth (Maurice) Cook. He was raised in East Aurora, N.Y., graduated from East Aurora High School in 1959 and was a 1963 graduate of Bucknell University. Following his education, he served in the U.S. Army and achieved the rank of first lieutenant. Dave married the love of his life, Addie Kamke, in 1966 and spent the ensuing years in Maryland and Illinois before settling in Canandaigua in 1982. He was an entrepreneur who owned several businesses and founded SDLC Inc. in Canandaigua. Dave was a member and former president of the Canandaigua Rotary Club and recipient of the Paul Harris Fellow Award. He served as a deacon at the First Congregational Church; and volunteered for United Way, the National Kidney Foundation, Granger Homestead, Gorham Environmental Board, Gorham Republican Committee and countless other local organizations. Dave was a sports enthusiast and animal lover who enjoyed living on beautiful Canandaigua Lake and golfing with his lifelong buddies from East Aurora. He cheered at every game and performance of his children and grandchildren. A generous man in time and spirit, he gave his all to his friends and the community he adored until the day he died. His memorial service will be held on Sunday, May 6, at 3 p.m. at First Congregational Church, 58 N. Main St., Canandaigua. In lieu of flowers, please consider supporting the Canandaigua Rotary Club, First Congregational Church or Ontario County Historical Society. Arrangements are by Johnson Kennedy Funeral Home Inc., Canandaigua. Condolences may be offered at www.johnsonkennedy.com. Love your community as David did and the world will become a better place.