Mary J. (Cook) Tilton
July 25, 2017
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Mary J. (Cook) Tilton, 69, passed away peacefully at her home in her sleep with the Cubs game on. She was born April 19, 1948 in Des Moines to Ray and Ruth (Wilson) Cook.
Mary worked for the City of Des Moines for over 25 years in Housing Services as a bookkeeper. She was an AVID Cubs fan. Mary enjoyed racing in all its forms and will be remembered for her outgoing personality. She was happiest when she was in the company of her friends and family.
She is survived by her loving husband of over 50 years, Ned; daughters, Jennifer (Michael) Newton and Allyson Heston; grandchildren, Auston Harris and Harley Heston; and nephews, Mike Cook and Jeff Cook of Eagan, MN.
She was preceded in death by her parents; and brother, Larry Cook of Eagan.
A celebration of Mary’s life will take place at 1:00 pm on Monday, July 31, 2017 at Hamilton’s Funeral Home, 605 Lyon St., Des Moines with visitation 1 hour prior.
Condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Les and Nancy Kappel
07/31/2017
Ned, Les and I want to express our deepest sympathy to you and your family. Unfortunately, we were unable to attend Mary's funeral today due to medical issues. Please know we are thinking about you.
Les and Nancy Kappel
Jess
07/31/2017
I'm so sorry for your loss. May the God of all comfort be with you during this time .
Cheryl Cunningham
07/30/2017
My mother and Mary Jane's mother were hospital roommates when we were born. I was born on April 15 and Mary Jane was born on April 19, and they kept them in the hospital far longer than they do today.
Mary Jane and I went all through school together from kindergarten through graduation.
I am so sorry for your loss and sorry that we did not keep in touch through the years.
Cheryl Cunningham
Urbandale, Iowa
Lavona (Miles) Webb
07/28/2017
When someone you love dies, you never quite get over it. You just slowly learn how to go on without them, by keeping them forever in your heart...my sincere condolences.
Amy Renes
07/27/2017
So sorry to hear of the passing of your mother and grandmother Allyson and Harley. Prayers for strength and peace during your time of healing.
Bob and Trish Brown
07/27/2017
Ned, Jen, Mike, Austin, and Harley very shocking news to hear. My heart breaks for all of you. Mary will be missed greatly and may her memory live on. Go Cubbies.