Prairie State Wire

Dolores "Dee" C. Cook, age 90, passed away with her family by her side. She was the wife of the late Jules F. Cook Jr. and fiancée of the late Patrick Grady. Dee was the mother of Jules F. Cook III and the late Alan Cook, and a loving grandmother to Tina, Christine, Michael, and the late Jennifer Cook. Her legacy lives on through her great-grandchildren, Wyatt, Carter, Logan Peadro, and Ethan Trombetta. She was the dear sister of the late Norbert Para and aunt to Michael Para and Jeanine Rhode.

Born and raised in Chicago by her parents Thomas C. and Theodora Para, Dee attended St. Aloysius High School. She dedicated her career to National Security Bank of Chicago and later managed arcade games at Riverview Amusement Park. Dee's vibrant personality shone through her bartending work, forming lasting friendships and memories.

Dee enjoyed golf, bowling, and was an active member of the Northwest LaSertoma Club. She found solace in reading, puzzles, and crosswords, always facing challenges with a smile.

A visitation will be held on Saturday, August 16, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. at Curley Funeral Home in Chicago Ridge, with a Chapel Service following at 11:00 a.m. Interment will be at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. Flowers are kindly omitted. For Funeral Info, please contact (708) 422-2700 or visit www.curleyfuneralhome.com.

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