Mr William Cooke

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William (1954 to 2024) with his beloved daughter and only child, Ariana (1989 to 2000).

Ari's tragically short life has inspired the creation of the Ariana Health Garden at the children's hospital in Pavia, Italy, where she died.

In the midst of a concrete jungle the garden is a little oasis, giving very poorly children and their families a place to relax, recreate and connect with nature. 

Anything you can donate will help maintain the garden and increase the provision of specialist garden therapy classes, which are proving hugely popular with the children.

"L'Associazone per Ariana Cooke" is a registered Italian charity and is wholly responsible for the garden's creation and future.

Thank you so much. From the Cookes and Ari's amazing Mother, Giuliana Gori. 

 

Total collected to date: £419.54

Charity details

L'Associazone per Ariana

Service details

Memorial service

16 December, 2024 15:15

St Mary the Virgin

Church Rd, , Thame, OX9 3AJ

Messages of condolence

With love

Mr Russell Kilmister

In memory and support to a wonderful idea.

Mr Tim Fraser

A very moving service for a life well lived, by a lovely chap. May his memory be honoured by Ariana's garden.

Mr Peter Garner

I'll miss you old friend

Mr Stephen Moles

It was a wonderful and memorable celebration of Will's life. The School's motto is Sic itur ad astra... a tous venaunts. Will was determined to follow the route to the stars in his way, and his choices without compromise.

Mr Graham Thomas

I hope many people will find solace in the garden.

Mrs bc Trueman