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Thomas Cook Obituary

Cook, Thomas O. age 63, of Wilmington, IL, passed away Saturday, May 4, 2002, born July 26, 1938, in Chicago, to the late Charles and Phyllis (nee Westenfelder) Cook. Received his Masters in Business Management from the University of Chicago. Employed for the past 40 years and a current C.E.O. of National Casein Co. in Chicago, IL. Member of Ducks Unlimited, the NAAHC, and the Lions Club of Chicago, IL of which he formerly served as President. Beloved father of Dr. Louis "Ted" (Dr. Rhonda) Cook of Morris and Attorney Deborah (Tom) Porter of Aurora, IL, loving grandfather of Rachel and Chris Porter, Scar and Billy, and dear brother of David (Deborah Kerr) Cook. Preceding him in death was his wife, Therese V. "Terri" (nee Laurence). Cremation rites were accorded. Private services will be held. R.W. Patterson Funeral Homes, Ltd., Braidwood in charge of arrangements. 815-458-2336. Visit our Guest Book at suntimes.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on May 7, 2002.

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James Dages

May 9, 2002

Ted & Debby - Your dad was a great guy. We had lots of good times together and we're sorry we lost touch for so long. He is and will continue to be in our prayers. We were sorry to hear about Terri. I spoke to Tom about a month ago after another classmate, Jim Kaspar died and Tom told me about her. We didn't know Tom was that sick when we spoke, but he hadn't returned my phone call or e-mails since.



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Dan and Lois Waber

May 8, 2002

Our deepest sympathy to all. Many great times were had with the study group from the University of Chicago. We still have the baseball bats Tom made for us.

Ron and Jean De Lacey

May 8, 2002

Tom and I were in the same study group at the University of Chicago. We shared many memories. My wife Jean and I also were friends with Terri. We were extremely saddened by their passing. They were both very special people and will be missed.

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