I first met the Cook family in 1980 when Larry and Betty were going to buy a computer for their daughter Katie, who was in college at the time.    Larry also was a manager at IBM (I was an intern) so I was a bit intimidated by him.   We went round and round on what to buy and ended up getting a PS2-Model 30 (essentially an old XT in a new cover).   

Since that time, I have been involved with Betty, Larry, and Katie over hundreds of events.   Breakfasts at the golf course, holidays at their house.   I remember the time on Thanksgiving when the guests had left and we  proceeded to drink all the left over bottles of wine.   

They have been a great family - centered around the nucleus of Betty.   Her warmth, humor, and gracious charm brought us together like moths to light.   I will miss her and send my condolences to Katie, Liz and Mike.