Kathleen Yvonne Cook (née Barley)
Kathleen Yvonne Cook (née Barley), in her 88th year, passed away peacefully on Friday July 17, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of love, kindness, and devotion to her family.
Born in Thorne, Yorkshire, England, Kathy immigrated to Canada in 1967, where she built a life filled with faith, family, and friendship. She was predeceased by her beloved husband, Trevor Cook, in 2007.
Kathy will be deeply missed by her children, Karen Bone (Michael), Christopher Cook (Kim), and Ian Cook (Laurie Miller).
She was a proud and loving grandmother to Christopher (Stephanie), Mandi, Connor, Bailey (Anthony), Morgainne (Ian), and Katelyn (Dakota). She was also a cherished great-grandmother to Dominik, Miah, Payton, Lucas, and Nicholas.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Friday, July 24, at 11:00 a.m. at Hope Christian Reformed Church, 64 Buchanan Crescent, Brantford, Ontario.
In lieu of flowers, Kathy requested that donations be made to Hope Christian Reformed Church.
The family also asks that those wishing to honour Kathy’s memory consider advocating with their elected representatives for increased funding and capacity for long-term care and end-of-life care.
Forever loved, always remembered, and deeply missed.
