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Gerald Cook Obituary
June 11, 1929 ~ March 31, 2018
A proud San Francisco native, passed peacefully at home with his wife & daughters by his side.Jerry will forever be remembered for his overwhelming love for his family, hunting, fishing and horse racing.
Jerry found great pride & joy caring for his customers at Jerry's Meats & Deli in Mill Valley.
Jerry is survived by his wife Catherine of 67 years, his daughters Nancy Monterosso (Mario), Annette Paganelli (Bob),
Linda Sproul (Allan), Jeannie Bergen (Gary), his sister Janet Fauss. Grandchildren Cherie, Bill, Michael, Dominic, Cynthia, Jerry, Vincent & Tony. Eleven great-grandchildren, all who loved Papa dearly. Countless nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
Jerry is preceded in death by his parents, Mike & Gladys Cook, brothers Harold & James Cook, & brother in law Merv Fauss.
Jerry was a proud member and past President of the Native Sons of the Golden West Parlor 157.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Jerry's name to Sutter Hospice SF.
We will celebrate his life with a memorial reception to be held at:
The SF Irish
Cultural Center
2700 45th Ave.
San Francisco, CA
at 04/21/18 12:30 PM.
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Memories and Condolences
for Gerald Cook
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Steve Hollander
April 22, 2018
My heartfelt condolences to the Cooks and extended family. I have only good memories of Jerry. He and Catherine were always very kind to me. Thank you, Jerry for your kindness, your humor and your beautiful family that I was so privileged to know. Rest in peace, my friend.
Tina Canepa
April 9, 2018
So sorry for the loss of your dad. He looks so kind and very familiar to me. My prayers are with u Annette and your family. You have had way too much heartache lately. God bless. My prayers are with you and your mom and sisters and family. With sadness and love, Tina
Mike Hughes
April 7, 2018
I would like to express my condolenses to the entire Cook family
on the passing of your Dad.
In 1969 your dad hired hired me at the meat/fish market on 16th and Castro. First he made me get a social security card and then I learned how to clean the meat slicing machines. I still have the scares to prove it. The best part of my job is that while working we listened to to Russ Hodges and Lon Simmons when the Giants were playing.
I also learned about customer service.
I enjoyed many dinners at with my mom at your home and your great support for NDV and Father Pratt.
You were very fortunate to have him for so many years.
Mike Hughes
Robert Scrosati
April 5, 2018
Catherine: Please accept our deepest sympathy. Our love, thoughts, and prayers are with you and all your family. Bob has treasured memories from growing up with you and your lovely family. May your find peace and comfort with the beautiful memories you have shared all these years.
Love, Bob & Rosemarie Scrosati
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