Obituary of Lesley Anne Cookson

It is with deep heartbreak that we announce the sudden passing of Lesley Anne Cookson (nee Jenner) at St. Marys Memorial Hospital on December 16, 2025 at the age of 57. 

Lesley will be greatly missed by husband of 35 years, Gordon Cookson and children Caroline (Shawn Moore) and Gordy (Nicole). 

Loving sister to Alison Jenner and Andrew (Leanne) Jenner. Brothers and sister in law Tom (Kathy) Cookson, Vicki (Terry) Barber, Barry (Sherry) Cookson. 

Aunt to Scott (Allisha), Melissa, TJ (Leigh), Amanda, Matt, Jon, Jaden (Marisa) and many great nieces and nephews and extended family. Lesley will also be greatly missed by fur baby Lucy and her grand fur babies Leo and Cooper. 

Lesley is predeceased by parents Frank and Jean Jenner of Scotland, Gordon and Joyce Cookson of St. Marys and siblings Paul Jenner and Stephen Cookson.

Lesley loved the outdoors and her animals, with many fond memories being by the fire, very competitive games night or camping with her family in Algonquin park. Lesley’s smile could light up a room and her contagious laugh will be truly missed at all gatherings. 

Lesley cherished her time at St. Andrews Church in Stratford, very rarely she would miss a service or any opportunity to volunteer. 

The Cookson family would like to extend their deepest gratitude to all the first responders and staff at St. Marys Memorial Hospital for their service and support offered. And to Mark Wolfe of St. Andrews Church for ensuring Lesley rest in peace. 

As per Lesley’s wishes, cremation has already taken place and a Memorial Service will be held at ST. ANDREW'S PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, 25 St. Andrew St., Stratford, on January 10, 2026 at 1pm. The service will be streamed live on the church's Facebook page, click here for that link.

Reception to follow.

Any memorial donations can be made to the Alzheimer Society Huron Perth.