We Remember
COOK, Patricia Norma
June 4, 1943 — August 1, 2024
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved mom, Patricia Cook, who died peacefully at Hospice House in Kelowna on August 1st, 2024.
Pat was born in Calgary, Alberta, on June 4th, 1943, to Leslie and Barbara Thompson. She is survived by her loving children Kevin (Lana), Sandra (Lyle), Les (Lesley); grandchildren Dalton (Alysha), Vanessa, Nicki, and Tanner; great-grandchildren Kiara and Aussy; siblings Frances (Roy, decd.), Ann (David), Les (Katie); and nieces and nephews Gary (Toni), Lori, Amanda, Barb (Dennis), and Mitchell (Jill).
Pat grew up in Vancouver, BC, where she graduated from John Oliver School in 1961. She then worked for the Forest Service for 2 years, and part-time for Vancouver City Police. She moved to Naramata, BC in 1966, where she raised her family as a single mom. She enjoyed being a part of the volunteer Fire Department as a firefighter, and singing in the Naramata choir. Patricia left Naramata in 1983, as her company (Council of Forest Industry, formerly Interior Lumber Manufacturers Association) moved from Penticton to Kelowna, BC. She spent over 30 years working for the forest industry before she retired.
Pat loved her family and raised her kids to be kind, loving, and generous – just like her. Her family was her priority; she would go out of her way to do anything for them. She put everyone before herself.
Pat was passionate about Nascar racing, and was able to experience a racing event live in Las Vegas. She also deeply appreciated travelling, highlighted in particular by her trips to Scotland (with her sister Ann) and Japan (with her granddaughter Nicki). At home, she enjoyed watching her retro westerns, like ‘Gun Smoke.’
Special thanks to her son-in-law Lyle for taking such good care of her over the past couple of years, carrying her through her health battles. A special thank-you as well to her friend Brenda, for spending hours at her bedside near the end. Of course, we also include Ed (decd.), forever in her heart. Pat and her family are also thankful to the lovely professionals at KGH’s 6-West wing and Central Okanagan Hospice House.
At the request of Pat, there will be no service held. A Celebration of Life will take place on a later date (to be announced).
‘She looks in your eyes
with warmth & love
She touches your day
with only a smile
She’s there when you need her
you know that she cares
The beauty inside
matches what’s out
She is the world to me
and without a doubt
I’m proud to say
she’s my mom.’
– Sandra
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Pat and I were raised together only until our teens when ,where I went ,she went until we were blessed with a sister and brother in our teens,She was my best pal,my confident,and best friend and to loose her I will always miss her until the
time comes for us to be united once again. I miss you my buddy but know we will meet again because I will keep our memories in my heart always and the piece of my heart that went when you went away will be always there with memories till we meet again Much Love and thank you to all the family for caring for her as well as you did all those years
My Condolences to the Cook Family. I have very fond memories of summers spent camped on the lawn with your family. Auntie Pat was always so nice to us and made us feel at home. Be sure to contact me for a celebration and I will do my best to be there. Love from the Bensmiller Family
We love you Mom
Kevin and Lana
So very sorry to hear the sad news and my sincere Condolences to the Cook family !
I had the extreme pleasure of working with Pat for many years at the ILMA here in Kelowna. She was a pleasure to work with and had the ability to calm the atmosphere and make it a fun place to work, an amazing team player. At work everyday and “at work happy” – my friend you will be truly missed. Rest in Peace !