David "Peter" Athol COOK

Passed away peacefully at his home in Warrnambool on September 17, 2025.

Aged 92 years

Loved husband of Nancie.

Loved father of Jane and Paul, Andrea and Peter, Anthony and Angela.

Cherished ‘Pa Pete’ to his 11 grandchildren, and almost 4 great grandchildren.

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In accordance with Peter’s wishes, a private cremation will be held

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Friends and family are invited to an informal gathering to remember Peter and share memories of his life over refreshments hosted at the Warrnambool Football Netball Club Rooms, 42 Cramer St Warrnambool on WEDNESDAY September 24, between 2.00pm and 4.00pm.

Funeral Notice

ServiceSeptember 24, 2025 - 2:00 pm42 Cramer Street Warrnambool, VIC Venue: Warrnambool Football Netball Club Rooms

Tributes

  1. Dear Nance and family, our thoughts and prayers are with you on the sad passing of your dear Pete.
    Love from Tric and Barry Johnson xx

    Tric Johnson September 24, 2025

  2. The Warrnambool Football & Netball Club is deeply saddened by the passing of Life Member and Premiership Coach, Peter Cook.

    Peter made an incredible contribution to our club, both on and off the field.

    We extend our heartfelt condolences to Peter’s family and loved ones during this difficult time.

    Warrnambool Football & Netball Club September 23, 2025

  3. Deepest Sympathy to Nancie and Family on the sad loss of Cookie a Great neighbour from our Verdon St days The West Family

    Peter West September 23, 2025

  4. Great memories of a great man & friend,there was nothing Cooky didn’t have in that workshop,😜,Thinking of all the Cook family at this difficult time,Love Mcneil Family.

    John mcneil September 22, 2025

  5. We are saddened to hear of Peter’s passing. Though we never had the chance to meet him (my dearly beloved grandfather Frank was David’s older brother), we send our heartfelt condolences to Nancie, his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.

    Virginia and Ed Cowan September 22, 2025

  6. To Nancie and family,
    Sad to know of Pete’s passing. What a lovely bloke!
    Love Mark & Lyn Wilson

    Mark Wilson September 22, 2025

  7. Deepest condolences to the Cook family on the passing of Peter. Thoughts are with you all on this sad occassion.

    Regards,

    Lisa Fitzgerald.

    Lisa September 22, 2025

  8. Dearest Cookie,
    How privileged are we that you have been a huge influence and part of our families lives. A second dad, so many loving memories from travels near and far with your amazing loving & caring family. Our families joint farm venture was a huge influence and future passion, loved the history talks (always said I was born in the wrong era)
    So many great memories, too many to mention but never forgotten.
    Your big gentle bear hugs and “Hello Sis” are etched in memory forever.
    Rest in peace big guy,
    All our love
    Jane, Scott, Lloyd, Harry, Robert & Ellie. XO

    Jane September 21, 2025

  9. Our deepest condolences to Nancie and Families on the passing of Peter thinking of you all fond memories Rosemary and John Moore.

    John Moore September 21, 2025

  10. Dear Nancy and family,
    It is sad to learn of Peter’s passing. On behalf of the Guzzardi family I extend our sincere condolences to all. So many memories from the past will never be forgotten and cherished forever.
    Benito Guzzardi

    Benito Guzzardi September 20, 2025

  11. Thinking of you all with love xx

    John & Lynne Wormald September 20, 2025

  12. Our deepest Sympathy on the passing of Pete .
    A great man who will be sadly missed . We will miss his many stories 😊.
    Sending love to Nance , Jane, Andrea, Anthony and families

    Love
    Mark & Tiffany Ludeman xx

    Tiffany September 19, 2025

  13. My thoughts are with you Nancie at this sad time. With much love,Pauline McLean.

    Pauline McLean September 19, 2025

  14. Dear Nancie & family, our love & thoughts are with you all on the sad passing of your loved one, Peter. With many fond memories.

    Helen & Bill Hocking. September 19, 2025