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William Cooke Obituary

Cooke, William Age 89, native of Keave, Woodlawn Ballinasloe, County Galway, Ireland. Beloved husband of Virginia (nee Gavin) for 61 years; loving father of Mary Ann (Corey) Funkey, Virginia Cooke, Rosanne (Mike) Rueth, Kevin (Stephanie) Cooke, Kathleen (Dan) Basa, Patrick (Dana) Cooke and Michael Cooke; devoted grandfather of Amanda (Doug), Nicole, Stephanie, Matthew, Joseph, Christopher, Michael, Marirose, Nicholas, Sean, Mary Kate, Alex, Kevin Jr., William and McKenna; son of the late Michael and Mary Ellen and fond brother to Patrick, Mary, Sarah, Patricia and Bernard, as well as many late siblings; uncle to many nieces and nephews. Funeral Thursday 9:30 a.m. from Foran Funeral Home, 7300 W. Archer Ave. (55th St, just west of Harlem) to St. Daniel the Prophet Church. Mass of Resurrection 10:00 a.m. Interment Queen of Heaven Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, a donation to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital or Misericordia is appreciated. Visitation Wednesday 3:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Please visit William's personal tribute website at www.foranfuneralhome.com and sign his guestbook. For information 708-458-0208.



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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Feb. 16, 2016.

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Nancy Brennan

February 20, 2016

Mr. Cooke was a wonderful man with a great family. May God be good to him forever.

February 18, 2016

Our prayers and thoughts are with you as you recall all the wonderful memories you shared with Bill. He always had a kind word for us every time we saw him, even after being away from the neighborhood for many years. I'm sure he is smiling down on all of you right now.
I hope he is having a wonderful reunion with our mom and dad, I'm sure there is a lot laughter between them.
Sending hugs to all of you. We will always have fond memories of our childhood growing up with you all...it was always fun. We were quite a group.
Rest in Peace, Bill.

Love Suzie & Art La Mountain

Billy Cooke

February 17, 2016

I'll miss you dearly uncle Billy! I take comfort knowing you have a great seat at our dear Lord's table with your brothers, sisters, mother, and father. What a happy Irish family reunion it must be. If the life of a simple working man is measured by the family he has left behind and the humility and kindness in which he lived his life, then you uncle Billy, were one of the richest men I've ever known. God bless you and one day, I look forward to seeing you and my dad in heaven.

Kathy Lach

February 16, 2016

We are so sorry for your loss. Your whole family has been part of our lives forever! You were the best neighbors and the block will never be the same. We'll miss Bill very much. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.

Bill, Kathy & Katie Lach
Julie Lach & Davide DiChiara

David and Althea

February 16, 2016

Our sincere condolences to the family for your loss. Draw close to God during this time and he will draw close to you.

c s

February 16, 2016

To Cooke family offering our deepest sympathy during this difficult time.

May the God of all comfort continue to strengthen and comfort you all during your time of sorrow.

EL

February 16, 2016

Condolences to the Cooke family, May the love of your family and friend carry you through your grief at this time. "Draw close to God and he will Draw close to you"

The Staff of Foran Funeral Home

February 16, 2016

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

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Memorial Events
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Feb

17

Visitation

3:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Foran Funeral Home - Summit

7300 West Archer Avenue, Summit, IL 60501

Feb

18

Funeral

9:30 a.m.

Foran Funeral Home - Summit

7300 West Archer Avenue, Summit, IL 60501

Feb

18

Funeral Mass

10:00 a.m.

St. Daniel the Prophet Church

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7300 West Archer Avenue, Summit, IL 60501

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