Beverly Kathleen Cook

Bev’s story began at the family home in Auburn one spring morning – the seventh of eight children born to Myrtle and Leonard Hilde. Her parents moved from North Dakota to Seattle for Leonard’s new job at Boeing. Her family experienced the early loss of brother Milo, and in 1944 – of Myrtle. Leonard left Boeing to find his fortune in logging, and those early years were difficult for her and her brothers and sisters. (Her youngest brother was raised by family in North Dakota.) Mom spent her childhood and youth living in different locations throughout the northwest – Auburn, Spokane, Snohomish, Pendleton, Walla Walla, and relied heavily on her brothers and sisters for encouragement and support. All who know her know of her limitless love and gratitude for her family.

She met Ronald Jack Cook while working in a nursing home in Everett, where Ron’s mom ran the kitchen. Ron and Bev were married in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, on February 16, 1963. Ron brought three children to the marriage, and Bev brought one child. They spent their years together living alternately in southern Washington and the Everett area. In 1977 they moved from Battle Ground to purchase a local business in Everett. Their business continues to thrive.

Bev was often the impetus for family gatherings – water skiing, boating in the San Juan Islands, swimming, trips to Maui, local and international travel, holidays – she was the fun factor of the family. She loved road trips - she and Ron made several cross-country trips to visit family on the east coast. She did not like the limelight, but loved working in the background to create happy memories.

Faith was a big part of Bev’s life. Raised a Christian by her parents, she was a long-time, active member of Forest Park Seventh-day Adventist Church. Bev served in various roles at church – working behind the scenes to be a blessing to others. She loved her faith community and claimed them as part of her family.

The past several years were difficult for her, as she faced significant health struggles. Her family worked to shield her from COVID, which dictated she work from home. She was delighted when family would call or visit. Bev was blessed to be surrounded by a team of courageous caregivers who worked selflessly to ensure she live out her days in her home. She made it to her 83rd birthday, and went to her rest only three days later. One of her favorite texts helped her through the tough times:

“I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.” 1 Philippians 4:13

Bev is survived by her husband, three step-children, one daughter, two sisters and one brother, sisters-in-law, and brothers-in-law, many nephews and nieces, much-loved grandchildren, great-grand children, a great-great granddaughter, plus countless friends.

As befits her, when asked before she died - she said should anyone want to remember her with flowers, instead a donation could be sent to:

“Scholarship Fund: Bev Cook Memorial”

Forest Park Adventist Christian School

4120 Federal Avenue

Everett, WA 98203

Per her request, there will be no funeral or memorial service. Her ashes will be placed next to her Mom and brother Milo in Auburn, at a later date.

May she rest in peace and rise in glory.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.Evergreen-FH.com for the Cook family.