Doreen Ann (Cookie) Cobb was born August 18th, 1955 in Manhattan, NY to William and Doris Carrick. She was the 2nd child, younger sister to her brother Bill. Her formative years were spent in Hells Kitchen NY where she was employed by Hearst Magazine and subsequently the Shubert Theater Organization. It was at the Imperial …
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Doreen Ann (Cookie) Cobb was born August 18th, 1955 in Manhattan, NY to William and Doris Carrick.
She was the 2nd child, younger sister to her brother Bill.
Her formative years were spent in Hells Kitchen NY where she was employed by Hearst Magazine and subsequently the Shubert Theater Organization. It was at the Imperial Theater she met the love of her life, Lee Cobb. Doreen and Lee would marry in September of 1978 and then had their first child, Kristine in 1980. Followed by the birth of their son Bryan in 1983. As a unit of 4 the family moved to Middletown NJ where Doreen and Lee raised their children. Doreen loved being a mom, her children were her pride and joy. Their third “child” came along in 1997 and that was her beloved Yellow Lab “Lucy Girl” who sadly passed in 2010. Doreen was the best pool party/bbq host in the world, hosting dozens and dozens of memorable parties.. As a guest in someone else’s home, Doreen was the first to volunteer to do the “clean up.” Her unselfishness was a signature of her life, as was her smile.
In Doreen and Lee’s retirement years, they were blessed to snowbird to south Florida where she quickly endeared herself to everyone she met. Together, they enjoyed travel with their dear friends: Sue and Jim Beaudrot, Glen and Donna Docter and lifelong family friends Cliff and Gwen Cobb and Jim and Terry Orlando. She loved dining out, sitting on her patio enjoying sunsets while playing Words With Friends on her iPad and scrolling Facebook commenting on the grandkids. It was the escape from the NJ cold that she cherished too.
Her greatest joy in life, after her daughter and son were her beautiful grandchildren. They each brought so much to her life as she did to theirs with her BIG hugs, shopping excursions and many random gifts from Kohls’s and Target. There were no shortage of sleepovers at Cookie and Pa’s house. She felt incredibly blessed to have her 3 granddaughters and then later to welcome her Lil Man (Panda Man-Alexander).
There was one thing for sure, Doreen loved her family and friends deeply. The amount she will be missed is immeasurable. The paradox of Doreen’s life is, to many she was known as one TOUGH Cookie, when in reality she was a sweet, kind and gentle soul.
Doreen sadly passed, much too soon, of cancer on March 14th, 2020.
Doreen is survived by her husband Lee Cobb, her son Bryan and his wife Lisa Cobb of Aberdeen, his daughter Kristine and her husband Dave Brink of Hazlet, her beloved grandchildren Katelyn, Riley, Jordyn and Alexander. She also leaves behind her brother Bill Carrick of Middletown, her sister-in-law Karen and her husband Jerry, Roseann and her husband Chris. brother-in-law Al and his wife Stephanie and her Nieces and nephews Devin, Carole, Nicole, Lauren, Aryanna, Michael, Scott, Christopher and Joseph
Visitation will be Tuesday, March 17th from 2:00-4:00 PM and 6:00-8:00 PM at the Holmdel Funeral Home, 26 S. Holmdel Road, Holmdel. A funeral mass will be Wednesday, March 18th at 10:00 AM at the Holmdel Funeral Home. An entombment will follow at the Holmdel Cemetery Mausoleum.
In lieu of traditional remembrances the family request that you make a donation in Doreen’s honor to St.Jude Children’s Hospital at www.stjude.org.
Lee Cobb
left a message on November 19, 2023:
Dear Cook
I forgive you for any pain you have caused me, real or imagined, in this lifetime and beyond.
I forgive myself for any pain I have caused you, real or imagined, in this lifetime and beyond.
I’m sorry
Please forgive me
Thank you
I love you
Lee
Elaine Smith
left a message on March 24, 2020:
Dearest Lee,
I met you and Doreen in Cape Coral, Fl. Staying with Doc and Donna. What a special time.
Great boat rides with your aunt.
My face still smiles.
Then in Illinois visiting Doc and Donna. What fun.
Lost my husband 6 years ago. Still celebrate our anniversary every year. I am here to help you through this. Memories are everything. Grandchildren will get you through this.
Please visit me when in town with the Docter’s.
God Bless. Our partners are smiling upon us.
Elaine Smith
Pat Giannoni
left a message on March 17, 2020:
Lee, Gary and I are so very sorry for your loss. Sadly, we just found out. She will be so missed by her friends and loving family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
BILL AND SUSAN GIEBLER-O'BRIEN
left a message on March 17, 2020:
A candle was lit by BILL AND SUSAN GIEBLER-O'BRIEN on 2020/03/17
Sheri palmer
left a message on March 17, 2020:
Lee-I am so sorry for your loss. Doreen always made me smile and laugh. She was such a wonderful person and I know how important your family was to both of you❤️❤️❤️B
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Marie and Joe Sigillo
left a message on March 17, 2020:
It’s with great sadness to have lost our wonderful cousin. Our heartfelt thoughts and prayers go out to Lee and his family. Rest In Peace Doreen you are loved and missed by all.
Suzanne Janbek
left a message on March 17, 2020:
My condolences to Lee & Family. We have lost such a wonderful person and the sadness is overwhelming. I met Doreen when we were in our early teens and by our twenties our lives went in different directions but over the past 50+ years our friendship never skipped a beat. It wasn't unusual for us to have 3 to 4 hour telephone conversations of reminiscing and laughter. I will miss you my dearest friend, may you Rest In Peace.
Donna Docter
left a message on March 17, 2020:
An Irish Prayer for Lee and Doreen.
May god give you...
For every storm, a rainbow
For every tear, a smile
For every care, a promise
And a blessing in each trial.
For every problem life sends
A faithful friend to share
For every sigh, a sweet song
And an answer for each prayer
We love you Lee and Doreen. Our hearts are broken with you. I hope you find some form of comfort being surrounded by your adorable family and sweet little grand babies. We will miss her sweet face, feisty fierce attitude and that NJ accent. All our love, Doc & Donna
AJ Evelyn Sandone
left a message on March 17, 2020:
Lee AJ and I are so very sorry for you and your family’s loss. Doreen was a very special person we so loved being with you! Our prayer’s, love, and strength are with you at this difficult time. Much love AJ and Evelyn Sandone
Judy Warzenski
left a message on March 16, 2020:
Although I only knew Doreen for a relatively short time I considered her to be a very dear friend. I will always cherish the memories I have of our times together especially at the pool here at Chelsea Square and the vacation we had in the Outer Banks. I am grateful to her and Lee for inviting us to their beautiful condo in Cape Coral and showing us a really good time. Rest in Peace my beautiful friend! You are loved and missed by us all!
Jan Polito
left a message on March 16, 2020:
Funny, smart, beautiful, social, kind, loving. Wife, mother, grandmother. But, to me she was a great friend. Made my day every time I was with her. I had many early morning calls with her. Even when her illness started, she would always make me laugh.
I can’t begin to understand why she was taken from us too soon. Someone wanted her more than we did. I just choose to focus on the friend who made my life better and fuller.
Rest In Peace Doreen. See you down the road.
Anna & Frank DeMaio
left a message on March 16, 2020:
A beautiful person in and out. You will surely be missed by your Chelsea friends.
Kat
left a message on March 16, 2020:
Her smile was infectious! She was a beautiful soul who will be Greatly missed!
Ashleigh
left a message on March 16, 2020:
I had the pleasure of taking care of Mrs. Doreen while at the hospital for over a month. I got to know her and Lee very well during her stay. My deepest condolences to her family during this difficult time. She was kind, generous, a FIGHTER, and I loved taking care of her as my patient.
Carla (Sam) Baker
left a message on March 16, 2020:
Lee and Doreen moved into the condo right above me in Florida and when I met Doreen, I found a beautiful (inside and out), friendly and caring person. I'm going to miss the wonderful vibes that she gave, whenever you were in her presence. I'm so happy to have been able to call her "friend".
Susan
left a message on March 16, 2020:
The Shepherd family fondly remembers Doreen. We enjoyed many laughs & good times. She was easy to talk with and had a good perspective on life. Our deepest condolences to all.
Teresa Orlando
left a message on March 16, 2020:
I am forever grateful for my friendship with Doreen. In good times and bad she was always there for me. Our families enjoyed so many wonderful times together. Whether it was a vacation or just hanging out, we always had a great time. I will miss our talks and laughs. Doreen will remain in my heart always.
Norma Manuel
left a message on March 16, 2020:
My condolences and prayers are with your family
Richard Lenz
left a message on March 16, 2020:
Our sincere condolences to a great lady who left all of us way too soon
We extend Lee and family our sincere wishes of love and peace
Richie and Maria Lenz
carol cole
left a message on March 15, 2020:
Kristine and family, please accept my sincere condolences on your loss. Sending hugs to all of you, Carol
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Dawn
left a message on March 15, 2020:
A lot of memories of doreen she will be missed we lost a beautiful soul honored to call her my cousin to kristine lee bryan and bill i am sorry
Diane Jackson
left a message on March 15, 2020:
Doreen and her awesome and beautiful family have always brought joy to everyone they know. A lovely and thoughtful lady Doreen will be missed by all who knew her
We are so sorry for your loss
Roseann Rice
left a message on March 15, 2020:
I’m going to miss Doreen more than words can say. She was an amazing sister in law & I was so blessed to have her in my life. I always looked up to her. What I will miss most is talking to her and all the great advice she would give me she was much more than just a sister in law she was my best friend and the best auntie my boys could ask for.
Mary kline
left a message on March 15, 2020:
A candle was lit by Mary kline on 2020/03/15
The klineFamily
left a message on March 15, 2020:
A candle was lit by The klineFamily on 2020/03/15
Gwen Cobb
left a message on March 15, 2020:
Beautiful tribute to Doreen. You covered her life that was sadly taken away too soon. She will always be remembered in our hearts till the end of our time. We loved her dearly and cannot believe she is gone. She will be our angle flying in the wind.
Cliff and Gwen Cobb
left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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Lee Cobb
left a message on November 19, 2023:
Dear Cook
I forgive you for any pain you have caused me, real or imagined, in this lifetime and beyond.
I forgive myself for any pain I have caused you, real or imagined, in this lifetime and beyond.
I’m sorry
Please forgive me
Thank you
I love you
Lee
Elaine Smith
left a message on March 24, 2020:
Dearest Lee,
I met you and Doreen in Cape Coral, Fl. Staying with Doc and Donna. What a special time.
Great boat rides with your aunt.
My face still smiles.
Then in Illinois visiting Doc and Donna. What fun.
Lost my husband 6 years ago. Still celebrate our anniversary every year. I am here to help you through this. Memories are everything. Grandchildren will get you through this.
Please visit me when in town with the Docter’s.
God Bless. Our partners are smiling upon us.
Elaine Smith
Pat Giannoni
left a message on March 17, 2020:
Lee, Gary and I are so very sorry for your loss. Sadly, we just found out. She will be so missed by her friends and loving family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
BILL AND SUSAN GIEBLER-O'BRIEN
left a message on March 17, 2020:
A candle was lit by BILL AND SUSAN GIEBLER-O'BRIEN on 2020/03/17
Sheri palmer
left a message on March 17, 2020:
Lee-I am so sorry for your loss. Doreen always made me smile and laugh. She was such a wonderful person and I know how important your family was to both of you❤️❤️❤️B
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Marie and Joe Sigillo
left a message on March 17, 2020:
It’s with great sadness to have lost our wonderful cousin. Our heartfelt thoughts and prayers go out to Lee and his family. Rest In Peace Doreen you are loved and missed by all.
Suzanne Janbek
left a message on March 17, 2020:
My condolences to Lee & Family. We have lost such a wonderful person and the sadness is overwhelming. I met Doreen when we were in our early teens and by our twenties our lives went in different directions but over the past 50+ years our friendship never skipped a beat. It wasn't unusual for us to have 3 to 4 hour telephone conversations of reminiscing and laughter. I will miss you my dearest friend, may you Rest In Peace.
Donna Docter
left a message on March 17, 2020:
An Irish Prayer for Lee and Doreen.
May god give you...
For every storm, a rainbow
For every tear, a smile
For every care, a promise
And a blessing in each trial.
For every problem life sends
A faithful friend to share
For every sigh, a sweet song
And an answer for each prayer
We love you Lee and Doreen. Our hearts are broken with you. I hope you find some form of comfort being surrounded by your adorable family and sweet little grand babies. We will miss her sweet face, feisty fierce attitude and that NJ accent. All our love, Doc & Donna
AJ Evelyn Sandone
left a message on March 17, 2020:
Lee AJ and I are so very sorry for you and your family’s loss. Doreen was a very special person we so loved being with you! Our prayer’s, love, and strength are with you at this difficult time. Much love AJ and Evelyn Sandone
Judy Warzenski
left a message on March 16, 2020:
Although I only knew Doreen for a relatively short time I considered her to be a very dear friend. I will always cherish the memories I have of our times together especially at the pool here at Chelsea Square and the vacation we had in the Outer Banks. I am grateful to her and Lee for inviting us to their beautiful condo in Cape Coral and showing us a really good time. Rest in Peace my beautiful friend! You are loved and missed by us all!
Jan Polito
left a message on March 16, 2020:
Funny, smart, beautiful, social, kind, loving. Wife, mother, grandmother. But, to me she was a great friend. Made my day every time I was with her. I had many early morning calls with her. Even when her illness started, she would always make me laugh.
I can’t begin to understand why she was taken from us too soon. Someone wanted her more than we did. I just choose to focus on the friend who made my life better and fuller.
Rest In Peace Doreen. See you down the road.
Anna & Frank DeMaio
left a message on March 16, 2020:
A beautiful person in and out. You will surely be missed by your Chelsea friends.
Kat
left a message on March 16, 2020:
Her smile was infectious! She was a beautiful soul who will be Greatly missed!
Ashleigh
left a message on March 16, 2020:
I had the pleasure of taking care of Mrs. Doreen while at the hospital for over a month. I got to know her and Lee very well during her stay. My deepest condolences to her family during this difficult time. She was kind, generous, a FIGHTER, and I loved taking care of her as my patient.
Carla (Sam) Baker
left a message on March 16, 2020:
Lee and Doreen moved into the condo right above me in Florida and when I met Doreen, I found a beautiful (inside and out), friendly and caring person. I'm going to miss the wonderful vibes that she gave, whenever you were in her presence. I'm so happy to have been able to call her "friend".
Susan
left a message on March 16, 2020:
The Shepherd family fondly remembers Doreen. We enjoyed many laughs & good times. She was easy to talk with and had a good perspective on life. Our deepest condolences to all.
Teresa Orlando
left a message on March 16, 2020:
I am forever grateful for my friendship with Doreen. In good times and bad she was always there for me. Our families enjoyed so many wonderful times together. Whether it was a vacation or just hanging out, we always had a great time. I will miss our talks and laughs. Doreen will remain in my heart always.
Norma Manuel
left a message on March 16, 2020:
My condolences and prayers are with your family
Richard Lenz
left a message on March 16, 2020:
Our sincere condolences to a great lady who left all of us way too soon
We extend Lee and family our sincere wishes of love and peace
Richie and Maria Lenz
carol cole
left a message on March 15, 2020:
Kristine and family, please accept my sincere condolences on your loss. Sending hugs to all of you, Carol
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Dawn
left a message on March 15, 2020:
A lot of memories of doreen she will be missed we lost a beautiful soul honored to call her my cousin to kristine lee bryan and bill i am sorry
Diane Jackson
left a message on March 15, 2020:
Doreen and her awesome and beautiful family have always brought joy to everyone they know. A lovely and thoughtful lady Doreen will be missed by all who knew her
We are so sorry for your loss
Roseann Rice
left a message on March 15, 2020:
I’m going to miss Doreen more than words can say. She was an amazing sister in law & I was so blessed to have her in my life. I always looked up to her. What I will miss most is talking to her and all the great advice she would give me she was much more than just a sister in law she was my best friend and the best auntie my boys could ask for.
Mary kline
left a message on March 15, 2020:
A candle was lit by Mary kline on 2020/03/15
The klineFamily
left a message on March 15, 2020:
A candle was lit by The klineFamily on 2020/03/15
Gwen Cobb
left a message on March 15, 2020:
Beautiful tribute to Doreen. You covered her life that was sadly taken away too soon. She will always be remembered in our hearts till the end of our time. We loved her dearly and cannot believe she is gone. She will be our angle flying in the wind.
Cliff and Gwen Cobb
left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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