Dorothy Cooksey, Age: 89
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Feb 16, 1931---Dec 26, 2020

On December 26, Dorothy (Dot) Cooksey, loving mother of two children and three grandchildren, passed away at the age of 89. Dot was born on February 16, 1931 to Rudolph and Laura Sexton. She was raised in Kansas City, Kansas and had one brother, Jack Sexton.  Dorothy grew up in Armourdale and went to Argentine High School in Kansas City, Kansas. She married the love of her life, Jim Cooksey on April 16, 1955. They raised two daughters, Cathy and Susan.

Dorothy was very close to all of her family and many friends from throughout her life, including her many cousins in the Lindsey family, as well as childhood friends, friends from her sorority and great neighbors. Other than spending time with family and friends, Dot’s passions were cooking, shopping, and traveling. Her brisket, baked beans, chocolate sheet cake, apple dumplings and many cookies and desserts were legendary at family gatherings and her recipes will be enjoyed by generations to come.

Dorothy loved trying new restaurants with friends and family, was a voracious reader and traveled with Jim across Europe when he worked in the North Sea in Norway.  She loved to visit friends and family across the country. One of Dorothy’s favorite delights was discovering some of Kansas City’s best bargains for friends and family. Dorothy faced numerous health challenges in recent years, but was always interested in hearing the latest updates from her cousins, children, grandchildren and friends.

Dot was preceded in death by her father, Rudolph, her mother, Laura, her brother, Jack and her loving husband of 63 years, Jim in 2019. She is survived by her two daughters and their families, Cathy and Mike Brenk of Tomball, Texas, and their daughter, Alexandra Brenk, of Laredo, Texas and Susan and Buster Cantrell of Lenexa, Kansas and their two sons, Ryan Cantrell of Ridgecrest, California and Drew Cantrell who is attending Oklahoma State University.

Due to the current COVID risk, the gravesite service will be for immediate family only on Wednesday, December 30th. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to KU Endowment – Alzheimer’s Disease Center (09547) KU Endowment c/o Lindsay Hummer, Mail Stop 3012, 3901 Rainbow Blvd., Kansas City, KS 66160.

A video slide show is at the link below.

 Dorothy Cooksey 1931-2020.pptx


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Tim and Pam Sexton Dec 27, 2020

Nephew ,San Diego ,California

Our hearts ache for your loss. We enjoyed so many happy times with Aunt Dot and Uncle Jim when they would visit us in SD. And of course, we enjoyed her cooking in KC when we visited there. And I treasure her chocolate cake recipe. So many happy memories of her visiting with Jack in CO and CA too. Jack loved her dearly too. We keep you in our thoughts and prayers. Here’s hoping for a nice visit in 2021 to reminisce together. Love - Tim and Pam Sexton (Genny and Beth too)

Kim Rosley Dec 27, 2020

Friend ,Prairie Village ,Kansas

We are so sorry for your loss. May your memories keep you comforted in the days ahead. Love & prayers.

Bud and Susan Stagg Dec 28, 2020

Friend ,LAWRENCE ,Kansas

Susan and Cathy, I am so sorry for your loss. I hope that the warm memories of your Mom will be with you during this time. She is reunited with the love of her life again. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Sarah Harrington Dec 28, 2020

Friend ,Mission ,Kansas

So sorry for your loss. Prayers for peace for your family.

Mark Tucker Dec 28, 2020

Friend of family ,Overland Park ,Kansas

The world is a bleaker place now without Jim and Dot. We can take solace however in that this is a temporary separation only. At the appropriate time of the Good Lord’s choosing, the separation will conclude. Mary & Mark Tucker

Angela Brauer Dec 28, 2020

Susan and Cathy, Wishing you and your families peace during this difficult time. We’ll be praying for you all and hoping that the happy memories of your Mom will bring you much joy. With love from The Brauer Family

Denise Palmer Harnden Dec 29, 2020

Friend ,Tonganoxie ,Kansas

My heart and prayers go out to Cathy, Susan and their families. I am so sorry for the loss of your dear mother. I have many great memories! Love, Denise

Tammy Dodderidge Dec 29, 2020

Friend ,Lenexa ,Kansas

I’m so sorry for your loss, Susan. I will be thinking of you and your family in the coming weeks.

Matt Dec 29, 2020

Friend ,New York ,New York

Susan , Buster and family, So sorry to learn of Dorthy’s passing. She was a wonderful mom and I know how much she meant to each of you. Wishing you all the best, Matt

Paula M Jakovac Dec 30, 2020

friend ,Shawnee ,Kansas

Dear Cathy and Susan I am so sorry to hear about the passing of your Mom. Somehow I missed the announcement about you Dad, and I am sorry for you regarding his passing. When I think of the old neighborhood and the people who made up our little community it saddens me to know all of have passed or moved away. Now the North 64th Drive friends have reunited in Heaven. Take care of yourself.

Jon Lindsey Jan 01, 2021

Family ,Shawnee ,Kansas

From my first memories as a child Dorothy was there. She was kind, nurturing and loving. I appreciated every memory I have of her, and from your home. How blessed to have a wife and mother so amazing. I miss the weekends at Grandmas just 2 doors down, the family reunions, sheet cakes, and the wonderful, colorful people that made us such a great family. The patience and love she gave, and all of you gave to me I will forever be in debt. May God, our creator bless you all.

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