Helen Elizabeth Cook
December 05, 1926 - February 22, 2015
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Helen Elizabeth Cook
December 05, 1926 - February 22, 2015
Obituary
Helen Elizabeth (Lorensen) Cook, passed away Feb. 22, 2015, while at her home surrounded by her family at the age 88. To all who knew Helen, she was simply known as “Granny”. Helen was born December 5th 1926 the youngest of 3 children born to Anna and Andrew Lorensen in Hartington, Nebraska. Helen attended school in Hartington and graduated in 1945. She married Ernest A Cook Jr. of Bloomfield, Nebraska in 1948 where they farmed until 1951 when they relocated to Stillwater, Oklahoma to allow Ernest to attend college. They made their life in Oklahoma with the exception of the 2 years they lived in Shrewsbury England. When they returned from England they settled in Oklahoma and eventually made their life in Tulsa. Helen devoted herself to being a wife and mother. She lovingly attended to her 2 children Linda and Clay. After Ernie’s retirement, they enjoyed traveling together to many destinations around the country, especially enjoying Las Vegas. Helen always treasured spending time with her 3 grandsons and 6 great-grandkids; it was always a special time for her to have family near. Helen was preceded in death by her husband of 59 years in 2007. Helen is survived by her daughter Linda Hayes spouse John and her son Clay Cook spouse Janet. Her Grandsons Paul Hayes, spouse Jammie; Zane Hayes, spouse Brandy and Garrett Cook. Her Great-grandchildren Collin Hayes, Camden Hayes, Sydney Hayes, Dax Hayes, Charleigh Hayes, Parker Hayes. Visitation will be held Friday 2/27/2015 from 11am to 8pm Butler – Stumpff Funeral Home 2103 East 3rd Street Tulsa, OK 74104 918-587-7000 Services will be held Saturday 2/28/2015 at 10:00 am Memorial Park Cemetery Chapel 5111 South Memorial Tulsa, OK 74115 Family and friends are welcome to gather after the service at the home of Zane & Brandy Hayes 9650 E 27th St Tulsa, OK 74129 Please leave a favorite memory of Helen in the online guestbook.
Funeral Service
- Date & Time: February 28, 2015 (10:00 AM)
- Venue: Memorial Park Cemetery
- Location: 5111 S. Memorial Drive Tulsa, OK 74145 - (Get Directions)
Visitation
- Date & Time: No Date & Time
- Venue: Butler-Stumpff & Dyer Funeral Home & Crematory
- Location: 2103 E 3rd St Tulsa, OK 74104 - (Get Directions)
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10 responses to Helen Elizabeth Cook
Kathy Keairns (Wamberg) says:
February 25, 2015
Helen was my aunt and always so much fun. I know my mom Roena enjoyed visiting with Helen over the phone and was more of a sister to my mom than a sister-in-law. So sorry for your loss.
Brittany N. says:
February 26, 2015
Granny was a special lady. She was loving to all and enjoyed having the children around. I remember her watching and smiling while the great-grand kids and their cousins riding in a trailer behind a lawn mover. I remember her coming to socia events and my grandmother looking forward to seeing her. She was a gentle spirit and I pray we get to see her again!
Jane Hanks Garman says:
February 26, 2015
Helen and I had a GREAT time filling in on a part-time basis when Ernie's store went on strike! We didn't last long as those frozen turkeys where heavy and cold but we sure laughed a lot! Also numerous fun times as co-den mother's! Very seldom in life you meet someone you can respect as much as I liked and respected Helen. RIP, Helen
Mary Galazin says:
February 26, 2015
Helen's absence is strongly felt here on Marion street. She made me feel so welcome when I move in next door and I feel I did not get enough years with this wonderful neighbor. She loved children so much and was delighted when Hazel came along, then James. I hope someday we will meet again. Until then,she will be missed.
Dolores Johnson says:
February 26, 2015
I am very sorry for the loss of your dear loved one.Although,I do not know your family personally,i would like to share some encouraging thoughts from the Bible.God has promised to one day soon eliminate death forever,along with all sickness,pain and sorrow.(Rev.21:4) He has also promised to reunite us with our loved ones on a restored paradise earth. The Bible says he yearns to do this.(John 5:28,29;Psalm 37:11,29;job 14:14,15) I hope these scriptures will be of comfort to you and bring you peace as they have me.