Obituary of ARLYN WINONA COOKE

Arlyn Winona Cooke

(nee Staples)

May 17, 1929 - March 16, 2019

With saddened hearts the family announces the passing of Arlyn at the age of 89. She is lovingly remembered by her husband Vernon of 68 years, her three daughters Karen Rasmussen-Oke (Jim), Sheryl Lengyel (Murray) and Colleen Kuilman (Martin), her ten grandchildren, and thirteen great grandchildren with the fourteenth on the way. She is also remembered by her sisters Ronaele Grieg, Peggy Leskewich (Les) and Beth Dunbar. Arlyn was predeceased by her parents Harold and Ora Staples, and brothers Don and Derwyn Staples.

Arlyn was born on May 17, 1929 and raised on the Staples’ family farm near Benito, MB. On June 5, 1950 Arlyn married Vernon G. Cooke eventually settling in Winnipeg where they lived most of their married life, raising their 3 daughters.

Arlyn will be remembered for her kind and gentle spirit, her grace, selflessness and unconditional love for her family and friends. She loved to be surrounded by her family, hosting many meals and making each and every one of them extra special. Baking, gardening and playing the piano were just a few of her many talents and pleasures.

A service of remembrance will be held at 3 p.m. on Friday, March 22, 2019 at John Black Memorial United Church, 898 Henderson Highway, with reception and light lunch to follow.

The family would like to extend their heartfelt thanks to Jane Azeez who called Arlyn Mom, to the staff on 3E at Concordia Hospital and the staff at their residence Riverridge 1, for their kindness and care.

In lieu of flowers, a donation in Arlyn’s memory can be made to a charity of one’s choice.