Rick Cook: A Celebration of Life
1944 – 2022
Please join family & friends old and young to celebrate the Life and Gifts of Rick Cook
Remembered by Wizards & Wiz fiction readers everywhere, Rick Cook imbedded his knowledge of early computer programming into his fantasy & sci-fi books, stories, articles, and witty puns & jokes.
Forever honored as a Founder of Atenveldt, Sir Richard Ironsteed co-created a new kingdom in the Society for Creative Anachronism, won Crown tournament, and reigned as the first King of Atenveldt.
In 2018, Rick was preceded into the beyond by his beloved wife Pati (aka Baroness Leonore or Fuzzy.) May Rick & Pati ever laugh and love together in the hereafters of their choice.
Celebration Place & Time
Papago Park East at Ramada 16
625 N Galvin Pkwy, Phoenix, AZ 85008
Sunday, March 27
Noon to 2pm.
CoVid masks are required. All are welcome until 4 pm
Celebrate Rick’s contributions to our lives & entertainment.
Share stories of Rick with his siblings Mariann & Don (Bard Robert the Blind.)
In lieu of flowers, Rick’s family has requested those who wish to honor Rick make a donation to
the SCA Kingdom of Atenveldt or to your favorite charity in his name.
Money cannot be requested or collected on site, but quiet assistance to family for expenses is appreciated.
For further information, including maps, Facebook group, and information for the memories notebook, please download the PDF here: