Christine "Chris" Cooke-Folkes

Peacefully at her home in Cardinal surrounded by her loving family on Wednesday, December 17, 2025, at the age of 75.  Dearly beloved wife of Gary Folkes. Loving mother of Julie (Richard) Jason (Lisa), Shelley (Lou), Jamie (Natasha) and Ronnie (April). Dear sister of Ray Laming, Margaret Leeder (Francis), Geraldine King (AL), Elizabeth Knudson. Sadly, missed by her grandchildren Jordan, Cole, Tyson, Abby, Gunner, Gauge, Ashley, Justin, Colby, Ava, Sara, and Morgan. Predeceased by her parents Gerald and Lenora Laming and by her brothers Ronald and Gerald Laming. Also survived by several nieces and nephews. Fondly remembered by a very special friend Debbie Imrie.

Funeral Arrangements

At Chris' request there will be no funeral services. Donations to the OSPCA would be gratefully acknowledged by the family. If you are making your donation online or by cheque directly to the charity, please include the following note with your gift "please notify the family." Arrangements entrusted to the Marsden McLaughlin Funeral Home in Cardinal. Online condolences may be made at marsdenmclaughlin.com.