COOK, Peter, Former Member
Peacefully at his home surrounded by his family, on Monday March 22, 2021, Mr. Peter Cook of Chatham in his 64th year following a five-year journey with cancer. Cherished son of the late Ross and Margaret Cook. Beloved husband of Barbara. Loving father of Brandon of Chatham, and Stephen and his wife Xana Ouellette of Windsor. Dear brother of Dennis Cook and his wife Cathy of Sarnia.
As an architect, Peter was the owner of Jorden + Cook Architect Ltd in Chatham from 1991 until his retirement in 2016. During this time, he completed countless projects in Chatham-Kent and Southwestern Ontario, including the W.I.S.H. Centre, St. Andrew’s Terrace, and Riverview Gardens Long-Term Care Home.
The church was always important to Peter. He was a long-time member of St. Andrew’s United Church and spent untold hours serving on several committees. Additionally, he served on the Architectural Resource Group of the United Church of Canada for many years.
Music was an integral part of Peter’s life beginning with Junior Choir at Central United Church in Sarnia. He was active in the concert band, stage band, and choir in high school. Most recently he sang with the St. Andrew’s United Church choir and Jubilee Chorus. His gift of music will be sorely missed by all who sang with him.
Peter was a member of the Rotary Club of Chatham since 1992. In his spare time, he enjoyed playing golf, woodworking, and being with his family.
The family would like to thank the London Regional Cancer Program, Chatham-Kent Health Alliance, and all the doctors, nurses, and support staff who provided wonderful care and comfort on his journey.
Family and friends are invited to Alexander & Houle Funeral Home, 245 Wellington St. West, Chatham, (519)-352-2710 on Thursday March 25, 2021, with visiting from 2 to 4 pm, and 7 to 9 pm. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, you must schedule your visitation time in advance by calling the funeral home at (519) 352-2710. All attendees as mandated by the Bereavement Authority of Ontario must wear a mask at all visitations and funerals. A funeral service for Peter will be conducted on Friday March 26, 2021 at 1 pm at St. Andrew’s United Church, 85 William St. South, Chatham with Pastor Greg Simpson officiating. Friends wishing to attend the funeral service are invited to call the funeral home at (519)-352-2710 in advance to reserve a seat, as limited seating is available. The funeral service will be streamed live and a link would be provided. Cremation will follow. Friends planning an expression of remembrance are asked to consider St. Andrew’s United Church-“General Fund” or the Canadian Cancer Society. Online condolences welcomed at www.alexanderfuneralhome.ca.
Visitation: Thursday March 25, 2021, with visiting from 2 to 4 pm, and 7 to 9 pm.
Due to COVID-19 restrictions, you must schedule your visitation time in advance by calling the funeral home at (519) 352-2710. All attendees as mandated by the Bereavement Authority of Ontario must wear a mask at all visitations and funerals.
Funeral Service: Friday March 26, 2021 at 1 pm
Conducted From: St. Andrew’s United Church, 85 William St S, Chatham with Pastor Greg Simpson officiating.
Friends wishing to attend the funeral service are invited to call the funeral home (519-352-2710) in advance to reserve a seat, as limited seating is available. The funeral service will be streamed live and a link would be provided.
Cremation will follow.
Expression of remembrance: St. Andrew’s United Church-“General Fund” or the Canadian Cancer Society.
FUNERAL SERVICE LIVESTREAM-to be posted.