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Kenneth James Hyslop "Ken" COOK

Kenneth COOK Obituary

Passed away peacefully at Olive Tree Rest Home, on Friday, 13 June 2025, aged 94 years. Dearly loved husband and soulmate of Janice (Jan) for 47 wonderful years, and cherished former husband of the late Margaret. Much loved father and father-in-law of Jim & Shelley, Margaret-Anne, Lynette & the late Gary Baker and the late Wayne & Pat. Treasured stepfather and stepfather-in-law of the late Linda & Phil, Barry & Ngaire, Raymond & Deanna, and Darryl. Adored Grandfather of his 22 grandchildren and Great-Grandfather of 23. At Ken's request, a private cremation has been held. A memorial service to celebrate his life will be held at a later date. Special thanks to the amazing staff at Olive Tree Rest Home for their outstanding care and support. Messages for Ken's family may be sent c/o PO Box 5191, Palmerston North 4441.


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Published by Manawatu Standard on Jun. 17, 2025.

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Lynell Wilson & Philip Wilson

July 13, 2025

We have many happy memories with you Uncle Ken as a child thru to you parking on our drive way and sharing our wines rum & dinner more recently. Thank you for the many Family Reunions we all shared . The support you gave for Mum & Dad. You will not be forgotten.

Claus Vindriis

June 23, 2025

Thank you Ken for the help and friendship over many years, I loved your enthusiasm of everything you put your heart into, you taught me a lot. Thank you for your and Jan´s acceptance of Chrissie and the numerous visits to both my mother and ourselves. Never forgotten, take care on the other side.

Mary Anderson

June 23, 2025

So sad to hear of Ken´s passing Jan. You were a lovely couple who cared greatly for each other.
I remember many years ago the fun evenings we had at your home, and the Rose City Club get together too, with our men included. In later years visiting us in Tauranga in your motor home. We always loved seeing you both. Jan you will miss Ken very much, but will have wonderful memories.
Mary and Colin Anderson - Napier

Martin Hunt

June 22, 2025

Jan and family
Very sorry to hear of Ken's passing. We always enjoyed his company, especially with the lots of special connections through the family.
He will be missed.
Martin and Janet Hunt

Bernie Thompson (dec)

June 21, 2025

Bernie Thompson always saw Ken as a great man. Waiting to see him above.
Condolences the the family. (Retaken from Bernie)

Mal Stone

June 18, 2025

To Jan and Jim
Ken was someone to look up to when we were young as a role model along with all his mates in RR&G. Many happy memories of time spent in his company over very many years. RIP
Mal and Diane Stone

Natalie

June 18, 2025

Love you Granddad. You will be greatly missed.

Jacqui randell

June 18, 2025

Oh how you treasured your man, Jan, you will be lost without his presence... glad you have your lovely family. Love and thoughts are with you all. Jacqui

Lynette Anderson

June 17, 2025

So sorry to hear of Ken´s passing. Thinking of you and the family Jan. Will always remember Ken & your kindness to our Mum. Regards Lynette

Peter and Wendy Wackildene

June 17, 2025

Thinking of the family. Thoughts are with you all.

Murray & Jeanette Osborne

June 17, 2025

Thinking of you and your family at this very sad time, Ken was a lovely man.

Juliene Shaw-McConachy

June 17, 2025

Sending my love and blessings to you Jan and familyyou will miss your special man that you have looked after so well. God bless Julie and Noel

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