Mary Frances Cook (nee MacLeod)
A celebration of Mary's life will be held on Saturday February 15, 2025 from 12-4 PM at the Ripley Legion. Memories shared at 2 PM.  All are asked to wear red- Mary's favourite colour.

Cemetery:
Ripley Cemetery
In Memory of
Mary Frances Cook (nee MacLeod)
March 27th, 1935 - January 5th, 2025

Place of Death

South Bruce Grey Health Centre, Kincardine

Obituary

Mary Frances Cook (nee MacLeod), of Ripley, passed away at the Kincardine Hospital on Sunday January 5, 2025 at the age of 89.  Beloved wife of the late Graham Llewelyn Cook.  She was born in Kincardine on March 27, 1935 to the late Helen and Malcolm MacLeod.  Dear mother of Donna MacLennan of Ripley, Cameron & Brenda of Glammis, Kevin & Cathy of Amberley and David & Veronika of Ripley.  Greatly missed by grandchildren; Chris, Dan, Mellissa, Craig, Heather, Cristy, Chad, Jessie, Jean, Graham, Kevin Jr., Emily, and Robert. Also survived by 36 great grandchildren, 8 great-great grandchildren, sister-in-law Audrey Stephenson of Belgrave and brother-in-law Austin “Joe” Cook of Oakville.  Predeceased by her daughter Helen Kerr. 

She was a lifelong hobby farmer and lover of cats.  A true Scotswoman until the end.

A celebration of Mary’s life will be held at the Ripley Legion on Saturday February 15, 2025 from 12-4 PM.  Memories shared at 2 PM.  We are asking all to wear red to the Legion.  Just like her fieriness, red was the colour she loved the most.  Spring interment in the Ripley Cemetery.  

Donations

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  Adopt-A-Pet Pet Rescue

 Royal Canadian Legion Br. 440 (Ripley)

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Message from John Rinn 2025-02-12 10:10:59
My condolences to all families
Message from Jean-Paul Greenwood2025-01-26 08:31:34
I am so sorry for your loss. She truly was an integral part of Ripley life. I will always remember her sense of humor, wit and positive outlook on life. She was a unique individual with a wealth of experience. Her house with her beloved cats and decorations was a essential and favorite stop on Halloween night! She will be missed. Our thoughts from the Greenwood Family are with her family during this time. JP
Message from Gijs and Annie Geene2025-01-16 08:49:21
Family Cook our condolences to all of you
Message from Brenda and Tom Adamson2025-01-10 14:19:59
Sincere sympathy to the Cook families. Mary was a wonderful friend to our family.
Message from Lynn Nicholson2025-01-10 09:53:30
My sincere condolences to the Cook family for their great loss. Mary was a wonderful person.
Message from Heather (Boyle) & Sam Finnie2025-01-10 00:02:57
Our condolences to the Cook family. Mary always had a smile and a big hello whenever we would meet up. I always marvelled at how she could reach the pedals on the luxury liner car that she drove!
Message from Heather (Boyle) & Sam Finnie2025-01-08 23:36:28
Our condolences to the Cook family. Mary always had a smile and a big hello whenever we would meet up. I always marvelled at how she could reach the pedals on the luxury liner car that she drove!
Message from Randy Collins2025-01-08 20:00:18
I'm sorry to hear of Mary's passing. My condolences go out to her family.
Message from David & Doris Inglis2025-01-08 13:46:52
Dave’s parents were great friends with Mary and Graham, and we have many happy memories of times spent with them and their family in RIPLEY. Mary was an outstanding hostess and welcomed us with open arms.
Message from Brian Schaus2025-01-08 13:26:48
My condolences to the family. Mary was a wonderful Lady who we will all miss dearly!! My thoughts and prayers are with you all in these trying times.
Message from Kevin & Susan Hackett2025-01-08 11:39:25
So sorry to hear that Mary has passed. She was a kind wonderful person. She will missed by all that knew her. Cherish the memories. Kevin &Susan
Message from Marian Glen2025-01-08 11:10:49
Sincere condolences to all the Cook family.
Message from Connie Tasker2025-01-08 10:56:39
So sorry to read of Mary's passing. As young children we spent time at Graham and Mary's with our parents Jack and Kay Cook. Mom kept in touch with Mary until she went in the nursing home and then passed in Nov. She will be so happy to have Mary join her in God's beautiful garden of Angels!!! Live with your happy memories of Mary which I am sure you have a lot!
Message from Helene & Gary Phillips 2025-01-07 21:18:22
Donna &family. We are so sorry for your loss. Our deepest condolences
Message from Eunice McConnell 2025-01-07 18:53:43
My deepest condolences to the entire cool families on the passing of your beloved mother/ grandmother and your loved one. She was truly an amazing woman who loved her family and friends. She will definitely be missed but she will never be forgotten. She may be gone from this earth but she will live in your hearts forever with all the great memories you have of her. I am sending you all my best wishes during your time of grief and mourning.👨‍❤️‍💋‍👨👩‍❤️‍💋‍👩💑💓🩷👩‍❤️‍💋‍👨🖐🏽🙏🏽😇💏💕💗♥️🇨🇦❤️
Message from Heather Vanderlip 2025-01-07 18:34:35
Jean and family, so sorry to hear of the loss of your grandma. Hold on to the sweet memories you have with her.
Message from Joyce Osborne2025-01-07 16:14:53
My sincere condolences to Mary's family.
Message from Wayne and Ruth Nicholson (White)2025-01-07 15:43:29
Mary was so kind and fun, she is an angel
Message from Gail and Bob Lock2025-01-07 14:39:14
Our thoughts are with you and your whole family at this time.
Message from James & Mary Mills2025-01-07 12:31:33
My condolences to the Cook family. Mary and I sat side by side 1950 grade 9 in the new Ripley District High School. Many good laughs. Mary(Smeltzer) Mills
Message from Joanne Cornish Burt2025-01-07 12:10:56
We wish to express our deepest condolences to the families of Ms Mary those who wait receive her arrival
Message from Jean MacInnis2025-01-07 11:29:42
My thoughts and prayers are with the family. Mary was a very special friend to me, for always and forever in my heart. Until we meet again. RIP my friend.
Message from Brian an Wendy Pollock2025-01-07 11:28:29
Our sincere condolences to all of Mary's family. She was a special lady and will be remembered by all who knew her. May your many precious memories remain close in your 💕 To a life well lived. Brian and Wendy Pollock.
Message from Terry Nother2025-01-07 10:56:11
My sincere condolences to all of Mary's family. I met Mary in the hospital as I visited with some of the patients, as directed by the Lord. I saw Mary and made an instant connection, as many would, with such a welcoming heart as hers. We had only a few visits, but I was overjoyed to hear of her love for Jesus. My mother, Ethel Nother(Farrell), was also from Ripley, and so we had some familiar connections there. What a sorrow to lose such a lively, special lady who loved her family so, but in another moment we'll meet again, as cherished children of our Lord. God bless those who knew her well. Terry Nother.
Message from Gail and Bob Lock2025-01-07 10:46:05
Our thoughts are with you and your whole family at this time.
Message from Gail and Bob Lock2025-01-07 09:59:48
Our thoughts are with you and your whole family at this time.
Message from Sally Harrison2025-01-07 09:47:33
To all of the Cook family, heartfelt condolences. Mary was such a Ripley treasure. She really will be missed by many. R.I.P. my Dear. Sally Harrison
Message from LAURIE AND MIKE GALLANT2025-01-07 08:49:49
Mary was a wonderful soul. She will be missed by you all. There will be lots of great memories for everyone.
Message from Deb and Jeff Chalmers2025-01-07 08:37:29
Deepest and heartfelt condolences extended to all family members. Mary was such a joy and is definitely going to be missed. Have missed seeing her at the Ripley Legion the past several months.
Message from Ken Maclennan2025-01-07 08:30:52
had a lot of good laughs with Mary over the years, She will be missed.
Message from Susan Carter Miszturak2025-01-07 08:04:32
So sorry to hear of your loss. Condolences.
Message from Jean & Ian MacDonald2025-01-07 06:42:36
Our sincere condolences to Mary’s family. Treasure all the wonderful memories of her and she will always be with you.
Message from Dave Mackay2025-01-07 01:12:28
Where does one start when such a wonderful Lady passes . My Heartfelt condolence to the 61 decendance and there famlies. What an Honour to have such a friend, and a life long friend to the family. R.I.P Mary you've earned it.Your friend Crockett
Message from The McLean Family, Mary Lynn, Debbie and Dennis Wylds, Brenda and Betty Jean.2025-01-06 23:24:05
Our deepest sympathy to all on the passing of Mary. To our family she was know as mother or granny. She was our neighbour and friend for over 60 years. She will be greatly missed by all.
Message from Dwight & Bev Gattinger 2025-01-06 23:08:39
Our Condolences to the Cook Families..Granny Mary will be missed by all ..Dwight & Bev Gattinger 💗
Message from Bob and Gwen MacArthur2025-01-06 19:30:05
Thinking of you all at this very difficult time.Aunt Mary was a truly wonderful aunt and will be missed by everyone.
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