Dale M. Cooke 59, of Dallas Tx passed away Wednesday, October 23, 2013 after a long battle with cancer. Born August 21, 1954 in Cleveland Ohio, he moved to Texas in the 1970’s where he worked in maintenance at a large apartment complex in Dallas.
He loved life, traveling and the outdoors, but had a special passion for horses and horse racing.
Survivors include his daughter Robin Klagg of Florida, brother, Bruce Cooke of Windham, sisters Judy Tompkins (Dan) of Nelson Twp. and Laura Russ (Chris) of Windham. His good friend Ray, his awesome parrot Buba, and his extended work family of the Willows of Rosemead. Nieces Ashley, Abby, Ivy, Holly, Heidi, Kimberly and Amanda, Aubrey, Madison and Shianne. Nephews Tommy, Bobby, David and Joey.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Earl O. and Beverly (Keitzer) Cooke, and brother, Earl O. Cooke Jr.
Cremation has taken place.
Arrangements were entrusted to Mallory-DeHaven-Carlson Funeral Home & Cremation Services 8382 Center St. Garrettsville, Ohio 44231.