Darlene D. Cook, 55, Loves Park, died peacefully on October 8, 2010 in her home surrounded by her family. Born May 25, 1955 in Rockford, the daughter of Duane and Charlotte (Combs) Diehl. Darlene had a wonderful childhood and graduated from Harlem High. She ran an in home day care center and worked for the health care industry. Survived by her husband, Steven Cook; children, Donyelle (Don) Bennett, Johnny (Kellie) Crenshaw, Joe (Shanna) Crenshaw, Derek (Amanda) Flock, Melissa Flock, Valerie Cook and Ashlee Cook; stepchild, Jessica Martin; grandchildren, Madalynn Lipnitzky, Brennan Bennett, Courtney Crenshaw and Natalie Flock; step grandchildren, Sayge and Georgia Gracie Martin; Former in-laws, the Crenshaws; several nieces and nephews; special friend, Diane Gordon. Predeceased by her parents; brother, Kim Diehl; husband, John Crenshaw; mother-in-law, Vivian Crenshaw; grandparents. She was loved by all. Funeral Services at 10 am on Thursday, October 14, 2010 in Sunset Funeral Home, 8800 N. Alpine Rd. Burial in Sunset Memorial Gardens. Visitation from 5-8 pm on Wednesday, October, 13, 2010 in the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorials to the family. Tributes to the family at www.sunsetfhmemgardens.com
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