Cordella "Corky" T. Cook
November 02, 1932 - January 23, 2016
Obituary
MIDDLETON - Cordella T. "Corky" (Breunig)Cook, age 83, passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 23, 2016, at home, surrounded by her family. Corky was born on November 2, 1932, in Middleton, daughter of Clarence and Bernice Breunig. She married Duane W. Cook on July 17, 1954, in Middleton where they raised their family. She loved children and was a daycare provider for more than 50 years. She was a devoted member of St. Bernard's Catholic Church and the choir. Corky had a heart of gold and always put others first. She enjoyed spending time with friends, but her greatest enjoyment in life was her family which included: her four children, Wayne (Colleen Hagler), Bob (Jane), Mike (Darlene), and Kristi Hunt; nine grandchildren, Chet, Colin, Janna (Tim)Allen, Jayme (Deana Ziemendorf), Cole (Jehvana), Courtney (Robert) LaSavage, Cayla, Andre and Tyler Hunt; great-grandchildren, Dacoda, Dalanie, Kelby, Mazy, Braxton, Braelyn and Brysen; sisters and brothers Anne Wipperfurth, Stella (Richard) Dresen, Stan (Mary Ann) Breunig, Phil (Pat) Breunig, Roger Brumm, Pat (Ron) Paska, Mary Olson and Alan (Diann) Breunig; brothers and sisters in-law, Ester Horsted, Lola Welke, Gary Stolen and Don (Bernie); and many nieces and nephews. Corky was preceded in death by her husband Duane; parents; father and mother-in-law Frank and Ethel Cook; sister Phyllis Brumm; brother Clarence "Butch" Breunig; brothers and sister-in-laws Al Wipperfurth, Charles "Chuck" Olson, Leon Horsted, Joe Welke, Delila Stolen, Leroy Cook, and Marlin Cook; and niece, Beth Breunig. The family would like to give special thanks to the staff at Dean Clinic and Agrace HospiceCare for their support, care and love.Memorial services will be held at ST. BERNARD'S CATHOLIC CHURCH, 7450 University Avenue, Middleton, at 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, January 30, 2016. Visitation will be held at the church from 9:30 a.m. until the time of the service on Saturday. In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to St. Bernard's Catholic Church or to Agrace HospiceCare. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.
Events
Memorial Gathering
Sat Jan 30, 2016 @ 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM CDT
St. Bernard Catholic Church (University) • 7450 University Avenue, Middleton, WI null
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Memories
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B McSparron
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I remember Mrs. Cook as a wonderful and loving Grandma and also a terrific cook. I still use many of her recipes from the great cookbook that she gave me years ago. You will be missed by all Corky! Rest in Peace. Love, The McSparron Family.
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Stacy Carlson
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Aunt "Corky" was one of the best! She will be missed by many.
Rest in Peace Aunt Corky!
Stacy Dick Mariah and Jared Carlson
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Ann Johnston
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I have lots of good memories working with Corky for 16 years at the Parish Center. She made lots of terrific stuffing all those years. She was a great mom and grandmother to all her family. May she rest in peace.
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Jeff Borne
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Jeff Borne, Corky did daycare for our two grandchildren Harper & Rowan for last 5 or 6 yrs. We felt privledged to know her. She was such a caring, kind, thoughtful person and we always felt good knowing our grandchildren were in her care. She will be truly missed by so many. Our prayers and thoughts are with all the family at this time. Kris & Jeff Borne
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Ruth Hanson
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Corky cared for my son about 25 years ago and was such a delight! Fun, yet firm when needed. She provided a home for him after school when I was at work. She was a blessing to so many. Ruth Hanson
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JoAnne Silver
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Corky was a great friend and neighbor. I fondly remember our weekend coffee clutches at Scott's Bakery. We worked at many receptions at the parish center. So many fun neighborh memories. Rest in peace, Corky.