Surrounded by family, Nancy peacefully passed away at home after two and a half years living with brain cancer. Nancy, aged 55, beloved wife of Mark Cooke, mother of Kristen, Ivan, and Colin, daughter of Barbara Langdon, sister of Susan Fields. Predeceased by her father Doug. She was a cherished daughter-in-law of Derek and Jean Cooke, and sister-in-law of Justyna (Bob), Mike (Diane), Derek (Julie) and Mari (John), as well as a loving aunt to many nieces and nephews.

Nancy was a lifelong teacher, bringing the joy and accomplishment of music to her students, while providing mentorship and guidance to all that surrounded her. She enjoyed nature through her summertime cottage trips and travels throughout the world. Nancy lives on through her impact on the many people she shaped throughout her life.

We are eternally grateful for the guidance and care of the medical team at the Ottawa Hospital, led by Dr. Garth Nicholas, as well as the caregivers who supported Nancy throughout her journey.

Family and friends are invited to gather at Beechwood, Funeral, Cemetery and Cremation Services (280 Beechwood Avenue, Ottawa), on Sunday, August 12, 2018 for a visitation beginning at 9:00 a.m. until the time of Memorial Service in Beechwood's Sacred Space at 11:00 a.m. Interment to take place following a Reception at Bolingbroke Cemetery at 5:00 p.m. Donations in Nancy’s memory may be made to the Ottawa Regional Cancer Foundation or OrKidstra Ottawa.