Diane Sheri Cook, passed away peacefully on June 17, 2025, at the age of 69. She was born July 2, 1955, to Robert and Eleanor Cook in Chehalis, Washington.
Diane attended Olympia High School and worked several jobs, lastly working over 10 years as a cutter operator and bindery clerk for Tumwater Printing and several years as housekeeping manager at Garden Courte Memory Care.
Diane is survived by her children, Stacia Gerdts and Brandon Faughender; son-in-law, Steve Gerdts; granddaughters, Tristan Faughender, Shelbie Gerdts and Katie Gerdts; and siblings, Larry Cook, Patty Donaldson, Fred Cook, Becky Broadbent and Sharri Cook.
She was preceded in death by her sister, Shelli Ackerman; four great-grandchildren and several nieces, nephews and cousins.
Diane was a devoted mom, grandma, sister and friend. She was an avid reader and loved jigsaw puzzles, word searches and watching crime TV. Diane treasured spending time with her family. She loved to laugh, relive memories and go on day trips. She was proud to volunteer each week at her local food bank, making many dear friends.
She will be deeply missed and holds a very special place in many hearts. Diane’s legacy will live on in the memories she created with family and friends, and in the lives she touched through her kindness, strength and unwavering loyalty. We can all honor Diane’s memory by staying close and supporting our family and friends through their successes and challenges.
A graveside service will be held on June 27, 2025, at Fern Hill Cemetery in Menlo at 12 p.m. A reception will follow at 7042 183rd Avenue SW, Rochester, Washington 98759.
