Tobin Alexander Gustav Cook
July 13, 1986 - April 9, 2006
Obituary
Our beautiful beloved son was called home to Heaven on April 9, 2006. Tobin was a very well rounded and talented person. He was an artist who worked on outdoor murals, loved music especially hip hop, sports such as; basketball and traveling throughout the United States. Tobin also enjoyed reading mystery novels, science fiction and the Bible. Tobin was incredibly smart, a born leader and an inspiration to many people. Other hobbies included cooking such as Barbecue and Southeast Asian Cuisine. Tobin was a very loving person who had many friends. He is survived by his mother Signa Gustafson, father J. Lee Cook, and step mother Joyce Cook, one sister McKenzie, 5 step sisters; Mary, Lori, Jani, Leah, Judie and his special friend Sarah. He is also survived by numerous aunts and uncles, cousins and nieces and nephews. "We will always love you Tobinand you will live in our hearts forever".
Signa, I am so sad to hear of Tobin’s death I can’t imagine your pain. I will be keeping you and McKenzie in my prayers, remembering the little Tobin I knew at Gethsemane.
Asher and I send our deepest sympathy for the loss of your boy. He will be remembered as a kind and talented young man. Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time.
From,
Cora Mackoff and Asher Ramras
Dear J Lee and Signa,
We were so sorry to learn of the passing of your son Tobin. We remember him well from the many years he was in class at Summit with Erin. Our hearts go out to you with the untimely loss of your beautiful child. You and your families with be in our prayers.
Barbara Meyer and Terry Ellard
Signa, J. Lee and McKenzie,
I can not find the words to even remotely express how sorry I am to hear about Tobin. We will all miss Tobin as he touched so many lives and his infectious grin will always be remembered. Our heartfelt sympathy goes out to your family.
With warmest regards,
Sheri Cook and family
Sheri, Aaron, Jason, Tyler and Chelsey
One thing that I will always remember about Tobin was his smile and laugh. I’m truly sorry, he was a good guy.
It saddens me deeply to hear and read of Tobin’s death. It seems like only yesterday that he was a little boy in my library class at Summit K-12. Tobin loved stories and loved to be challenged. I saw McKenzie last June and asked her to greet Tobin and their parents for me. Now I will greet them, but at Tobin’s service. I am so so sorry. My love and blessings to you all. Sincerely, Julie Pierce
McKenzie, Signa, J. Lee and family,
Those of us who have known your family during your Summit years are so very saddened to hear of Tobin’s untimely death. Our hearts go out to you all during this time of such loss.
Dear Signa, J. Lee & McKenzie,
We have such fond memories of the days when our boys, born only a few months apart, played baseball, skated and grew up together. We send our prayers and best wishes in this hardest of times for your family.
David , Kalee, Daniel & Fiona.
My thoughts and prayers are with your family and friends at your time of loss. My heart pours out to you all.
What a great kid you raised! I think Tobin and Travis were drawn to each other in kindergarten because they had the same energy level. And he could make Travis laugh.
All those Saturdays on the sidelines watching soccer and Little League! How did Tobin ever get all that hair under a baseball cap? All those Cub Scout badges. Watching Tobin through those early years and into Cub Scouts and Boy Scouts, the one thing that never changed was his optimism and exuberance.
Thank you for trying to contact us in the middle of such dark days for you. It means so much to know those early ties last through time and distance.
I grieve the loss of the life he would have made, and the tremendous potential he had to make the world a better place. Certainly in the time he was given, he touched many and his loss will leave a hole in so many lives. His life was short, but full. He didn’t waste a moment of it.
Perhaps you can find comfort in the fact that of all the smart, funny, talented kids in the world, this one belonged to you. Tobin was a gift, You will miss him.
My deepest sympathy, Mari Siemon
My memories of Tobin are of simple things, but they define his character for me. He was an easy boy to have around and I was always happy when he and Travis played together. They were both all boy, but good to each other. Tobin paid attention and was a child who always said ”Thank you” when I picked him up or dropped him off. As a Scout leader I took responsibility for the care of other peoples’ children, the truth be told not always an easy or rewarding task. But with Tobin it was both easy and rewarding. He got along, was willing to try new things, was curious and interested, trustworthy and engaging. A boy you could count on.
I have been deeply saddened by his death, but also glad that he was a part of our lives and I feel privilaged to have known him. My deepest sympathy goes to all who knew and loved him. He will be missed, and remembered for the good things he brought into our lives.
Sern Watt
Tobin was someone of whom I have many vivid and fond memories. Some of them include riding bikes, camping, soccer, t-ball, and many adolescent experiences that were a large part of us developing into the people we became. More important for me than any single memory are my collective memories of his strongly independent personality and his infectious sense of humor that made him very fun to be around. The mischevious grin on his obituary photo is all you need to see; Tobin enjoyed life to the fullest and spread that positive outlook to those around him. I will miss him, and I want to thank his family for trying to contact me directly about the service. Thank you for raising a son that I am happy to have known well.
I tried to be a good step mom for you, but know that
I failed at times. I also know that you have a good place
in heaven. Thank you for the times we shared and the
trust you had to at times ask me for advice.
I keep your picture in the back of my AA book as a reminder
of how God is there for all of us “One day at a time.” I received my five year coin on November 13th. I know this would make you smile. love Joyce
I tried to be a good step mom for you, but know that
I failed at times. I also know that you have a good place
in heaven. Thank you for the times we shared and the
trust you had to at times ask me for advice.
I keep your picture in the back of my AA book as a reminder
of how God is there for all of us “One day at a time.” I received my five year coin on November 13th. I know this would make you smile. love Joyce