Wednesday, March 17, 2010

Grandma Cook


Last week, Jason's Grandma Cook passed away from a heart attack. We went up to Oregon for her funeral this past weekend. Donna Fae Cook was an amazing lady. She was hard-working, loving, fun, and made a special impression upon all she came to know, including me. She has an amazing legacy, too. She has 8 living children, 57 grandchildren, and 76 great-grandchildren. She lived with her husband in Oregon where they worked on their farm. They also served four missions for the Church.

We last saw Grandma Cook a few weeks ago when she and Grandpa drove down to Utah for the sealing of Jason's sister Kelsie, her husband Rick, and their baby Owen. Grandpa Cook performed the sealing. Just after seeing them, I told Jason that Grandma Cook treated me like her own granddaughter. She was always so loving toward me and was always interested in my life. I felt a special connection with and love for her. I think everyone she knows has felt the same way. We all love her and will miss her, but we know she is in a better place and is no doubt sharing her love and testimony with those on the other side.