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Matthew Edward COOK

FUNERAL HOME

Taylor Family Funeral Home - Pinellas Park

5300 Park Boulevard

Pinellas Park, Florida

Matthew COOK Obituary

COOK, Matthew Edward 56, of Pinellas Park passed away Feb. 11, 2014. Survivors include his loving wife Debby; his daughters, Christina Westwood and Tabitha Cook; his granddaughter Rylee Westwood; son-in-law, Dustin Westwood; siblings, David Cook and Barbara Labelle; and in-laws, Barbara Cook and Michael LaBelle. He is also survived by many other loving friends and family, including his AA family members, that we would like to thank for being a part of our lives. Memorial gathering at the funeral home on Thursday Feb. 13, from 6-8 pm. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Friday Feb. 14, at 2 pm at St. Joseph's Catholic Church, 2101 22 Avenue South, St. Petersburg. Taylor Family Funeral Home 5300 Park Boulevard Pinellas Park, FL 33781 727-545-9858

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Published by Tampa Bay Times on Feb. 13, 2014.

Memories and Condolences
for Matthew COOK

20 Entries

Meredith Deming

February 7, 2021

I think of Matthew often, and miss him terribly. His infectious laugh and brilliant spirit brought joy to all who knew him, and I was lucky to call him my friend ❤.

Evie

February 7, 2020

Deepest love to you my friend, and much love, thoughts & prayers to the family. You are at peace in heaven now grilling your burgers with the Big Guy, but you will always remain with each of us in our hearts.

March 12, 2014

I was blessed to have a deep friendship with Matthew, which began at the Florida School of Addiction Studies so many years ago. His passion and profound commitment to his work were palpable, and brought out the best in everyone he touched. His face would always light up and his striking blue eyes would shine when he spoke (often!) of his beloved Debby, and their gorgeous daughters and granddaughter. My recovery (03.15.91) is richer for having shared so much with this extraordinary man. May flights of angels sing thee to thy rest...

Evelyn Bolyard

February 17, 2014

Matthew, I always thought I could just touch base "later", now that later will never come.
You made a significant positive difference in my life. You made a difference in a lot of lives. You will be greatly missed, I loved you.

John McGrath

February 16, 2014

I am very saddened by Matthew's death -- sincerest sympathy to all his loved ones.

sheila shumaker

February 14, 2014

Matt you are and always will be loved and missed deeply by those who's lives you touched. You are an inspiration and someone who lead by example. Someone who was never too busy to stop and say hello or ask if everything is ok. Although you are greatly missed God needed a perfect angel so you are with him now. Love always, Sheila, Sean, Austin, Aliesha and Grandma Sheila

Kraig Colburn

February 14, 2014

Matthew was a great friend of many years. Will deeply miss you. My prayers go out to his family who I know he loved so dearly.Gone far to soon.God speed buddy

Elizabeth Bugera

February 13, 2014

Matt was an important friend and character in my life while we were growing up. As so often happens, we lost track of each other in our twenties. When we reconnected 10 years or more ago it we had missed so much of each other's lives but picked our friendship right back up. It was such a pleasure to re-establish a connection not only with him but also his beautiful family. I mourn your loss with you but take comfort in knowing he had in life what he most wanted with Debbie, Christina, Tabatha and as time went by... a granddaughter.

Bonnie and Bill Wells

February 13, 2014

So very sorry for your lost.
These are times you ask WHY?
Why did this happen?
Why Him? Why me? Why us?
God's will makes things Happen.
God wanted Matthew by
his side. God needs you to be strong. God sents all of us to you at this time of need.
These might not be the right answer but know our thoughts and deepest sympathies are with you and your family.

Dee Cash

February 13, 2014

My prayers and thoughts go out to Debby and the family for their tremendous loss. I have known Matthew for about 11 years now, ever since I started working at PEMHS. I had enormous respect and thought the world of Matthew. Such a wonderful person, great smile and always went out of his way to comfort someone else greiving or going through a difficult time. Will miss him so much and can't believe this awful tragedy. May your memories of his love comfort you during these difficult times.

Mare Hawkins Mendez

February 13, 2014

So sad and shocked to hear of Matt's passing. The days of the 'green room' at Andover's Little theatre are all coming back. All the musicals, choir, Chamber Singers and Jills. RIP dear friend.
Eternal rest grant unto him oh, Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon him, and may the souls of the faithful departed through the mercy of God, rest in peace.

Tom Brennan

February 13, 2014

We are thinking of you during this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family. With our deepest sympathies, God Bless, Tom/Dawn Brennan and family

Annette Horner

February 13, 2014

I had only recently gotten to know Matthew at work, we instantly clicked and were on the same page with quality documentation. I am so sorry we won't see his work in this area come to fruition. He touched so many lives here at work and from what I hear, was an outstanding husband and father. I wish I could've gotten to know him better...his time here was too short. God bless his family and relatives that are left behind. I am sure he is resting peacefully in heaven.

Amanda Romeo-Berniet

February 13, 2014

Matthew was my friend and coworker for many years. He was a person of amazing compassion and empathy, an absolutely quality human being. He always went out of his way to support the people he worked with and his clients. I can't believe that just last Friday we were all joking and laughing together and now your gone. I hope you know how much I appreciated your support, friendship, and how hard you worked for our agency. I will miss you eveyday. Thank you for always being there for me and making me laugh. And my deepest sympathy to his family whom he loved so much and spoke of so often

Ray Henney

February 13, 2014

Dear Matthew's Family,

Since we met in
band class in 7th grade until I graduated from college, Matt and I were best friends and confidants. I have such fond memories of all the time we spent together. We all have changed and there is much water under the bridge, but that special time of our adolescence remains fresh and dear.

Matt had a wonderful imagination and a sympathetic ear. He was such a kind soul.

God's Speed,

February 13, 2014

Our thoughts and prayers are with your entire family. Russ, Michele, Brian and Jessica Schibler (from Sacred Heart)

christina ward

February 13, 2014

I am so sorry to hear this news. I worked with Matt at PEMHS and SequelCare. He was an amazing therapist. My thoughts are with his family and friends.

Jo Watson

February 13, 2014

I am so sorry for your loss. Matthew was a pleasure to work with at PEMHS all these years and will be missed. May peace be with your family.

Cori & John Welbes

February 13, 2014

We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Hugs and prayers to you.

Cori (Jacobs) and John Welbes

Taylor Family Funeral Home & Cremation Center

February 13, 2014

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

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