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Gayle Suzanne COOK

Gayle COOK Obituary

Died suddenly onboard our yacht at Nelson on Wednesday, May 28, 2025, aged 66. Dearly loved soulmate, travelling companion and much adored wife of Herb Devries - such a fun loving bubbly joy germ - will be greatly missed. Gayle was a vivid graffiti spotter, Wikipedia contributor and an active CAB volunteer. Daughter of the late Maurice and Lois Cook, sister of Jan Cook and David Brailsford. In time when family and friends are ready we will have a gathering to reminisce and remember Gayle. As per Gayle's wishes a private cremation has been held. Messages to: 58C Matai Street West, Riccarton 8011.


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Published by The Press on Jun. 7, 2025.

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Heather Knox

June 27, 2025

My condolences to Gayle's family - I knew her through Wikipedia and always enjoyed our conversations, lunches and get-togethers. She was such a happy, joyous person to be around and had the best laugh! Very much missed in the Wikipedia community.

Jeff Hunt

June 8, 2025

Condolences to you Herb at this sad time, thinking of you, will be in touch soon. Much love Hunty x

Jacqui Lee

June 7, 2025

So sad to hear this sudden news. She was a lovely bubbly girl ! She was my best friend at high school and we had lots of fun and laughter together. We called her Cookie Monster as Sesame Street was very popular and we thought it was funny :) I´ve seen her off and on over the years and no matter how long we havnt seen each other we have a lovely catchup! Sadly I had not seen her recently but I imagine the yacht was a happy place for her as she shared do many stories of her adventures. You´ve gone too soon my friend and I will greatly miss your presence in this world my condolences to your Herb, Jan and all your loved ones love Jacqui Lee ( nee Boyce)

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