Cook, Kathleen Isabell (Sampson) – Affectionately known as Kay.
Passed away peacefully at Lakeridge Health Oshawa on October 25, 2026 at the age of 82.
Kay was born in Toronto.
Beloved wife of the late Charles Cook. Stepmother to Charlie (Deborah), Jim (the late Georgina) and Jenny (Mark).
Predeceased by her mother Mildred and step father Newt, and brothers Ronnie and Mike. Loved sister of Linda MacKay (the late Harold) and sister-in-law of Trina Sampson.
Step-grandmother to Alex, Sarah, Geraldine, Elizabeth, Kate and Helena.
Kay worked at General Motors Oshawa in Engineering. She moved to England and married Charles Cook where they resided for 14 years, before returning to Oshawa.
They shared a wonderful life together – shared by family and friends.
Kay was an avid gardener, enjoying many hours in the summer in her beautiful gardens, and during the winter months, growing her seedlings. Kay was also an accomplished seamstress, making her own clothing. She also loved knitting and made many lap blankets for chemo patients and nursing homes.
Kay loved to entertain. She was a gourmet cook, providing wonderful meals followed by hours of conversation – along with a glass or two of wine.
Special thanks to the Lakeridge Health Oshawa 2nd floor ICU staff for their compassionate care, and to Heather and Dave Brown for their support and help.
