TX-Rachel Cooke - 20 missing since 1/10/02

[mocity]

It is a huge body of water on the Gulf of Mexico. It is a popular fishing area and I can't imagine that something wouldn't have turned up at some point with the amount of people in that area.:(

[Sundayrain]

Stop playing this game, you've already confessed.
Theres a darkness inside you that evils transgressed.
Do you not have a soul, that shows some remorse?
Can you tell us the reasons your took this wrong course?
When you look in the mirror what do you see?
Are you a person of feelings, or just wish to go free?

You've taken our safety, hates entered our homes.
But your right where you must be, and never to roam.
We can beg for some answers , but will you ignor?
As you walk to your cell, and they lock-down your door.
Can your soul spare the answers? Tell her family her fate?
Have some pity, show mercy, before its too late.

We're learning the hard way to know some defense.
To carry a weapon, and use our sixth sense.To always go double,
to carry our phone, and never go jogging on streets all alone.

Did you have a family who once loved you too?
Then you understand why we need answers from you.
Be forthright and honest, rid your soul of pure hate.
Let a family go forward with their undying faith.

We can listen to truths, but never a lie......
Just give us some answers, and please tell us why?

[Kelly]

I just wanted to let you know that I spoke to Robert at length the other night. He is doing good and has come out fighting again....fighting for the truth, which is what we all want.

[EdinburghLass]

Thanks Kelly - I hope he knows we are all thinking of him and his family.

[Sundayrain]

I just wanted to let you know that I spoke to Robert at length the other night. He is doing good and has come out fighting again....fighting for the truth, which is what we all want.Thanks Kelly .......we pray for him and his family.

[RCOOKE]

Here are some updates from yesterday. Go down to "Murder Charges Dropped in Rachel Cooke Case" .

http://news.yahoo.com/video/2830

[IdahoMom]

Here are some updates from yesterday. Go down to "Murder Charges Dropped in Rachel Cooke Case" .

http://news.yahoo.com/video/2830Mr Cooke-
I am so sorry to hear this. Please know that your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
The Websleuths community cares about your family and you are a valued poster here.

[englishleigh]

Here are some updates from yesterday. Go down to "Murder Charges Dropped in Rachel Cooke Case" .

http://news.yahoo.com/video/2830


Mr. Cooke, we are all praying for you and your family, and for justice for beautiful Rachel.
God bless you all and know we are holding you all in prayer.

[Rachael]

Didn't this man (Moore) make a confession to police regarding Rachel? Can't that be held against him? I am clueless as you can tell. I just really hope the Cooke family gets answers soon. I have been following this case for years now and often check Rachel's site to see if any new information is posted. I would love to see this case resolved (for the family's sake) even though this wasn't the outcome I was hoping for.

[Montanagirl]

It reads as if the dropping of the charges was a legal formality since Moore did not hold up his end of the bargain.


http://www.kxan.com/Global/story.asp?s=5680096

It sounds to me like now he renigged on the deal, maybe they might look at the death penalty now, but that's just MOO.:waitasec:

[Straitfan]

One would think the LE would have had to had some reason for disclosing the info re: him as there would not have been any reason to bring him up if they didn;t feel/know he had something to do with the case.

Anyway, JMO, Mr Cooke and family may God Bless You and bring Rachel home to you..

Take care

[RCOOKE]

Today's Austin American-Statesman has a long front page article on Moore.

The violent past of an icy killer
Moore's record reveals remorseless brutality.
By Katie Humphrey, Chuck Lindell
AMERICAN-STATESMAN STAFF
Sunday, November 19, 2006

The day after Michael Keith Moore killed a pregnant woman in her Round Rock home, he wassitting across from a detective at the Georgetown police station, answering questions about his suspected involvement in an unrelated rape.

Moore wasn't summoned to the Georgetown station; he went on his own to confront the rape accusation, a notably brazen act for a man who had slit a handcuffed woman's throat only the day before.

Still, such boldness conforms to the profile of Moore that emerges in court documents, parole records and conversations with those who have dealt with the 31-year-old, whose trouble with the law began at age 13 and who has spent almost all of his adult life behind bars.

That past is one reason investigators take seriously Moore's recent confession that he raped and killed Rachel Cooke, a Georgetown woman missing since Jan. 10, 2002. It is also why Lampasas police are investigating Moore's possible connection to an attempted kidnapping 21 days before Cooke's disappearance.

The attempt was made about 10 p.m., when the young woman pulled up in front of her Lampasas home after work. A pickup stopped behind her, and the man got out and struck up a conversation, Lt. Investigator Jody Cummings said.

More:
http://www.statesman.com/news/content/news/stories/local/11/19/19moore.html

[SewingDeb]

Moore sounds like the classic sociopath. Even his father says he has no remorse and belongs in prison.

He enjoyed reneging on the confession.

[Montanagirl]

Sounds like what he needs is for LE to open a big ol' can of Ass Whupping on him and see if he's still smiling after that!

[Sundayrain]

Today's Austin American-Statesman has a long front page article on Moore.

The violent past of an icy killer
Moore's record reveals remorseless brutality.
By Katie Humphrey, Chuck Lindell
AMERICAN-STATESMAN STAFF
Sunday, November 19, 2006

The day after Michael Keith Moore killed a pregnant woman in her Round Rock home, he wassitting across from a detective at the Georgetown police station, answering questions about his suspected involvement in an unrelated rape.

Moore wasn't summoned to the Georgetown station; he went on his own to confront the rape accusation, a notably brazen act for a man who had slit a handcuffed woman's throat only the day before.

Still, such boldness conforms to the profile of Moore that emerges in court documents, parole records and conversations with those who have dealt with the 31-year-old, whose trouble with the law began at age 13 and who has spent almost all of his adult life behind bars.

That past is one reason investigators take seriously Moore's recent confession that he raped and killed Rachel Cooke, a Georgetown woman missing since Jan. 10, 2002. It is also why Lampasas police are investigating Moore's possible connection to an attempted kidnapping 21 days before Cooke's disappearance.

The attempt was made about 10 p.m., when the young woman pulled up in front of her Lampasas home after work. A pickup stopped behind her, and the man got out and struck up a conversation, Lt. Investigator Jody Cummings said.

More:
http://www.statesman.com/news/content/news/stories/local/11/19/19moore.html
It really sounds like he had information that only the person who did this to Rachel would know. For that reason.....he would be the best person of interest.
But, somewhere I read that at one time he escaped by just walking through a door...at some courthouse. In that article it stated that "maybe" he wanted to escape again....and so confessed this......( only to take it back)
He likes to be evil and make for mass confusion......plus lie.
However to get answers from this type of character? I will keep praying for answers.
Faith and Hope for the Cookes......

[real eyes]

It is kind of interesting that he does look like the possible suspect....
http://img.coxnewsweb.com/B/09/48/09/image_4909489.jpg

&

the picture of the suspect here: http://www.angelfire.com/mi3/mpccn/rcooke.html

Although I think that if you look at someone long enough, your mind can make someone look like someone else...

[SewingDeb]

Sounds like what he needs is for LE to open a big ol' can of Ass Whupping on him and see if he's still smiling after that!

Or accidentally leave the door open and shoot him when he tries to escape. But only after he tells all he knows.

[RCOOKE]

It is kind of interesting that he does look like the possible suspect....
http://img.coxnewsweb.com/B/09/48/09/image_4909489.jpg

&

the picture of the suspect here: http://www.angelfire.com/mi3/mpccn/rcooke.html

Although I think that if you look at someone long enough, your mind can make someone look like someone else...


That's the problem when a sketch is released. All of those sketches are invalid now. The guys that they were drawn from where all interviewed and cleared. Two of them in 2002. Over 4 years ago!

[Straitfan]

Hello Mr. Cooke,

Wow, reading the article, he is a very, extremely "troubled" individual.. I know you indicated you and your family would be meeting with the prosecuter's on Oct. 21, I was wondering how that went? I know it is soon after and you may not wish to discuss it, I would certainly understand... Also, I have wanted to ask your opinion but not with the intention in any way of upsetting you, but as far as your own perspective do you feel he is the one responsible? Just wondering, if you prefer not to answer, I understand.

May God give you peace, Rachael is very fortunate to have a father such as yourself! I have no doubt God will someway Bless you and protect you given what you and your family has gone through.

[Montanagirl]

Or accidentally leave the door open and shoot him when he tries to escape. But only after he tells all he knows.
Good idea! Just wing him at first until he confesses, then just forget to call for help. :)

[Straitfan]

Checking in for any update, went to Rachel's site, Mr. Cooke has not updated his journal this week, wondering if there is anything new.. Bumping for Rachel :angel:

[Straitfan]

Bumping for Mr. Cooke and family, I know this time of the year must be even harder for them.

May God Bless you and your family and bring you answers in the New Year. :angel:

[LionRun]

I am glad you bumped this for the Cookes. We live in the same area, and I remember seeing flyers at our local HEB grocery store. I have a daughter who will be 19 in two weeks. She is the light of my life, and I love her dearly. I can only imagine what the Cookes and other families of missing or murdered loved ones go through.

I wonder what is happening with Michael Keith Moore concerning this case. I wonder if the DA is still planning on proceeding. Hopefully, Rachel will one day be found.

I have heard that the Cookes have done a lot of good for other victims and their families. It seems they have and are still going through so much anguish, and yet they choose to become part of the solution. May God Bless Rachel and her family.

[scandi]

I join you both in the same thought for the Cooke family. Special people, the Cookes are, and people like that who are so giving to others in despair, well you just want them to have all the happiness they can. Selfless love is what I think of when Mr Cooke comes to mind, plus he never gives up no matter how tough it is.

Scandi

[LionRun]

Hey there Scandi. I hope you had a nice Holiday.


Because young Rachel is missing from my area, I would like to bump this every so often. I haven't seen or heard anything about MKM or Mr. Cooke lately. I hope things are progressing in the justice area though.

[scandi]

Hi LionRun, Yes, I bet that was really hard for them both, to know this is her killer, in custody and then he denys it. What a piece of you know what. Sorry to be so blunt, but he has got to be about the lowest from of humanity God created.

See you tomorrow. Scandi

[Straitfan]

I ck Mr Cooke's journal periodically for any updates, he hasn't indicated anything lately with regards to the case.

[LionRun]

I guess all we can do is pray, check his site, hope that Rachel is found, hope for justice, and bump this thread from time to time.

[LionRun]

I just noticed it was your birthday today. Wishing you a happy birthday Mr Cooke. Prayers and hopes of finding your dear Rachel.

LionRun

[reb]

thanks for letting us know, LR...

HAPPY BIRTHDAY mr. cooke!!! i hope this year brings good things for you & your family. please keep us updated when you can.... we care.

[LionRun]

Bump. And, www.keyetv.com (http://www.keyetv.com) just had a piece on dear Rachel. Prayers for Rachel and her loving family.


LionRun

[LionRun]

Bumping for :blowkiss: Rachel:blowkiss:. Prayers for Rachel and her family. If there is anything we can do Mr. Cooke, please let us know,


Lion

[Azlaw]

any recent news?

[LionRun]

Thinking of dear Rachel, too, and I hope and pray that she will be found.

Love, hope, and prayers,

Lion

[bykerladi]

I know the overall feeling about psychics on this board, and I generally agree, but I wonder if anyone ever tried to locate the house in this person's "vision"

http://www.underworldtales.com/rachel.htm

[Kim777]

There are literally hundreds of houses that fit that description in the Georgetown/Round Rock/Central Texas area alone. I don't know now many of them would have been vacant at that time, but it seems like it would be a pretty daunting task to find that particular house without more specific information because there are just so many old farmhouses that fit that exact description. I have no idea if anyone has tried, though.

[Anita Richman]

Bumping for Rachel and the Cooke family. God bless them!

[Kelly]

Robert is such a good man. It pains me that this must go on for him.

http://www.statesman.com/news/content/news/stories/local/06/16/16moore.html

[englishleigh]

Robert is such a good man. It pains me that this must go on for him.

http://www.statesman.com/news/content/news/stories/local/06/16/16moore.html

I know polygraphs are not admissible in court but have they thought of polygraphing this lowlife about Rachel?

:banghead: :banghead: for Robert and family. Much love and prayers for them.

[LionRun]

Dear, beautiful Rachel disappeared from the are where I live. I am just about 15 minutes away from where she was last seen. This breaks my heart knowing what The Cookes have been through and continue to have to endure. I don't know if the slime, Michael Moore, is responsible or not, but he is at the very least responsible for victimizing the Cookes with his twisted confession and the recanting of it. And, now this piece of trash has more to say. His words sicken me. Rachel and her loving family are always in my heart and in my prayers, and I hope and pray that Rachel is found.

Lion

[Anita Richman]

I know polygraphs are not admissible in court but have they thought of polygraphing this lowlife about Rachel?

:banghead: :banghead: for Robert and family. Much love and prayers for them.

I think sociopaths or psychopaths can pass lie detectors.

There is a special place in hell reserved for animals like this guy/:furious:

[Straitfan]

Bumping for the Cooke's.. doesn't seem to have been any news for quite some time now....:(

[RCOOKE]

The is nothing new since Moore's last interview.

What amazes me is Moore gets front page news whenever he talks. Rachel has not been on the front page since January 2002 except when Moore was "involved".

[Anita Richman]

The is nothing new since Moore's last interview.

What amazes me is Moore gets front page news whenever he talks. Rachel has not been on the front page since January 2002 except when Moore was "involved".
Apologies for sounding harsh, but is there a new "angle" you could use to get Rachel on the front page again?

Perhaps start working with a sympathetic local reporter to do a front page or a Sunday spread...reviewing the case and maybe even a timeline up until now. Maybe a "Rachel's been missing for 7 years, 7 months and 10 days" or something like that. Or even a story from the angle of how perps continually traumatize/victimize the families of their victims. Anything that might jar someone's memory! Keeping your family in my prayers.

[EdinburghLass]

It looks like Rachel's page has been taken down.

[SewingDeb]

I hope that's only temporary. Wish it was because she's been found.

[Anita Richman]

Still keeping Rachel and her family in my prayers.

[RCOOKE]

rachelcookesearch.og is back up. The server company changed server so the IP of the domain had to be updated. Unfortunately I was out o town at the time and the site was down for over a week.

Robert

[Anita Richman]

rachelcookesearch.og is back up. The server company changed server so the IP of the domain had to be updated. Unfortunately I was out o town at the time and the site was down for over a week.

Robert
Thank goodness!! Thank you for letting us know, Robert.

[Anita Richman]

I think of Rachel often.

I think of her smiling eyes, her cute colored hair and I wonder where she'd be right now, if she had not been taken from her family. I think of Robert and his lovely wife. I think of the joy they had the first time they held their beautiful baby girl, Rachel. I think of them watching her first steps and her first day of school. I wonder what kind of grandparents they would be for Rachel's children.

There are alot of things I hope for in my own life; even though I never knew Rachel, one of the things I hope for is that she is returned home and that her parents one day find peace.

[KT Can]

I think of Rachel often.

I think of her smiling eyes, her cute colored hair and I wonder where she'd be right now, if she had not been taken from her family. I think of Robert and his lovely wife. I think of the joy they had the first time they held their beautiful baby girl, Rachel. I think of them watching her first steps and her first day of school. I wonder what kind of grandparents they would be for Rachel's children.

There are alot of things I hope for in my own life; even though I never knew Rachel, one of the things I hope for is that she is returned home and that her parents one day find peace.

That was beautiful Anita. I think of Rachel often as well. I live in Houston but most of my girlfriends are in Austin so I make the drive there every month or so and I think about Rachel every time I do. I so wonder where she is and I so want peace for her family.

[Anita Richman]

That was beautiful Anita. I think of Rachel often as well. I live in Houston but most of my girlfriends are in Austin so I make the drive there every month or so and I think about Rachel every time I do. I so wonder where she is and I so want peace for her family.
Thanks, KT!

[Gabby]

Bu;mping for Rachel... and the Cook Family

[Anita Richman]

Bumping for Rachel

[Anita Richman]

Prayers for the Cookes

[RCOOKE]

Last month I was the Keynote speaker at the Investigating the Misisng Confernece in Appleton, WI. The conference may be held in other cities this year. http://www.fvtc.edu/public/content.aspx?ID=1238&PID=3

Kelly Jolkowski and I will be teaching seminars at the CUE Center Missing Person Round table next week in Wilmington, NC.

http://ncmissingpersons.org/conference.htm

[RPPaolin]

I wish I had known you were going to be here in Appleton! I would have loved to see you. I will pencil it in for next years conference. =)

[Anita Richman]

Thanks for keeping us updated, Robert!

[KT Can]

bump....

[Anita Richman]

Was driving along today, chatting with my girls and suddenly Rachel popped into my head...praying for her & her family.

[LionRun]

Was driving along today, chatting with my girls and suddenly Rachel popped into my head...praying for her & her family.

Anita, when I see that someone has posted on Rachel's thread I go to it first. I understand how you felt as you were driving and talking with your girls. I have a 20 year old daughter, and sometimes when we talk my mind slips to thoughts of dear Rachel. I hope and pray that one day she is found. And, I am in awe of all the good that Robert, her loving father has done for others.

[Anita Richman]

Anita, when I see that someone has posted on Rachel's thread I go to it first. I understand how you felt as you were driving and talking with your girls. I have a 20 year old daughter, and sometimes when we talk my mind slips to thoughts of dear Rachel. I hope and pray that one day she is found. And, I am in awe of all the good that Robert, her loving father has done for others.


I do the same, LionRun. I, too, am in awe of Robert's good works. God bless them.

[LillyRush]

I do the same, LionRun. I, too, am in awe of Robert's good works. God bless them.

I haven't commented on Rachel's case in awhile, but I always look when her name pops up. I can't believe it's been 8 years and still there has been nothing substantial that has developed. The family has done a wonderful job of perservering and helping others at the same time.

[LionRun]

LillyRush, I think dear Rachel went missing on 1/10/02, which means she's been missing for about 6 1/2 years:).

Prayers for Rachel and all in her family.

[LillyRush]

LillyRush, I think dear Rachel went missing on 1/10/02, which means she's been missing for about 6 1/2 years:).

Prayers for Rachel and all in her family.

Oh, you are right, Lion. I sometimes get Rachel Cook's disappearance date mixed up with Molly Bish (June 2000) because I started reading about both of their disappearances at the same time. Also, both of those families are in my mind as people who have done so much for other families while having so little information to go on themselves. Apologies!

[Straitfan]

Bumping for Rachel's father and family.. She was on "Inside Edition" today with a psycic, believe it was a recent show. I was happy to see it as it was the first time I had seen her case on a nationally televised program.

Praying they get answers soon! God Bless you always, Mr. Cooke and family.

[RCOOKE]

Oh, you are right, Lion. I sometimes get Rachel Cook's disappearance date mixed up with Molly Bish (June 2000) because I started reading about both of their disappearances at the same time. Also, both of those families are in my mind as people who have done so much for other families while having so little information to go on themselves. Apologies!

Molly's remains were found a few years ago. I do have an update on John Bish's condition. As of March of this year he was doing a lot better. He's even done some public functions. BTW there is a picture on Rachel's message board of John Bish and me taken at the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children in 2003. (just before they found Molly)

http://www.websitetoolbox.com/tool/post/rcooke/vpost?id=54987&trail=15

BTW, the Sheriff's Office still receives leads every so often on Rachel's case, but there's nothing really promising I can report. However I do have some new pictures of missing persons' families I will add to the above link. We took several at this year's CUE Conference.

[BenFranklin]

Long shot - but has this thread been talked about? Has Rachel's DNA been put in a database - or does anyone know if an unidentified person DNA database exists for matching?

http://websleuths.com/forums/showthread.php?t=66753

B. F.

[Olivia77]

I live in Austin, and when I lived in SD I attended Mesa just like Rachel. I think about her family often, especially when I drive past Georgetown on the way to Dallas. It's got such a small town feel there and I believe that someone MUST have seen something. I just don't understand why anyone hasn't been found and prosecuted in this case. :(

I hope that soon, there will be justice for Rachel.

[RCOOKE]

Long shot - but has this thread been talked about? Has Rachel's DNA been put in a database - or does anyone know if an unidentified person DNA database exists for matching?

http://websleuths.com/forums/showthread.php?t=66753

B. F.

If you are refering to the North Texas DBA databases or the FBI CODIS system, yes Rachel is in both of those. She was among the first to be added to the North Texas DNA DB which directly feeds CODIS.

On January 10, 2009 Rachel will be added to the DOE Network. This is a long-term missing database.

[SeekingJana]

I live in Dallas, and I never see anything about her case. It makes me so sad for her, and for her family. I hope the news media will do a series on the Missing soon. The DMNews usually does about once a year. I think they did a story on Melissa Highsmith not too long ago.. She was from Fort Worth and disappeared from a babysitter's many years ago, in the 70's I think. Beautiful child.

My prayers that Rachel will be found, and prayers for her family as well.
Hugs,
Maria

[Anita Richman]

Thinking about Rachel today and still praying that her parents can bring her home.

[LionRun]

Warm wishes for Rachel's family. She disappeared just a few miles from where we currently live, and I have a twenty year old daughter whom I love very much. I can only imagine what Rachel's family has been through. Robert Cooke has done so much good for others since Rachel went missing, and I admire him a great deal. Prayers for Rachel and all in her family.

[TopGunner]

Warm wishes for Rachel's family. She disappeared just a few miles from where we currently live, and I have a twenty year old daughter whom I love very much. I can only imagine what Rachel's family has been through. Robert Cooke has done so much good for others since Rachel went missing, and I admire him a great deal. Prayers for Rachel and all in her family.

Ummm.....I realize this is not the place, but ah...am I seeing things, LR, is that YOU?! :blowkiss:

[emmeblu]

Bumping for Rachel.
On my mind often and in my prayers always.

[englishleigh]

Molly's remains were found a few years ago. I do have an update on John Bish's condition. As of March of this year he was doing a lot better. He's even done some public functions. BTW there is a picture on Rachel's message board of John Bish and me taken at the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children in 2003. (just before they found Molly)

http://www.websitetoolbox.com/tool/post/rcooke/vpost?id=54987&trail=15

BTW, the Sheriff's Office still receives leads every so often on Rachel's case, but there's nothing really promising I can report. However I do have some new pictures of missing persons' families I will add to the above link. We took several at this year's CUE Conference.

So glad to hear that John Bish is doing much better.

Blessings and prayers for both the Bish and Cooke families. :blowkiss:

[RCOOKE]

1 25 pm

Judge convicts former Georgetown police officer
9/19/2008 10:39 AM
By: News 8 Austin Staff

Former Georgetown police officer Jimmy Fennell pleaded guilty Friday morning to kidnapping and improper sexual activity.

http://news8austin.com/content/top_stories/default.asp?ArID=220091

Another case he's suspected in:
http://news8austin.com/content/your_news/?SecID=278&ArID=196244

[tuppence]

interesting. it says he was a police officer in Georgetown for the last 9 years which would be during the time Rachel disappeared.

[RCOOKE]

Making Central Texas safer for children
9/29/2008 7:33 PM
By: Karina Kling

Realizing your child is missing can be a parent's worst nightmare.

An estimated 800,000 children are reported missing every year in the United States
and in 2006 more than 60,000 were reported missing in Texas alone and Texas law
enforcement is taking a step forward to keep kids safe.

It's been almost seven years since Rachel Cooke of Georgetown went missing during
an afternoon run.


More including a video:
http://news8austin.com/content/top_stories/default.asp?ArID=220903

[lymom3]

I always hope that when I see a new post on this thread it is some resolution. I think about your family often.

[Anita Richman]

Wow! I wonder if they are looking at him for Rachel's disappearance as well.

I continue to pray that she will be brought home to her family and that the perp is brought to justice.

[RCOOKE]

We are in the process of putting a new billboard up for Rachel. Here is an example proof. http://lois2.lamargraphics.com/viewableart/189892001B.JPG

Anyone who would like to make a tax deductable contribution please mail a check made out to:

PAVC or People Against Violent Crime

Mail to:
Rachel Cooke Search
P.O. Box 1672
Georgetown, TX 78627-1672

Deadline December 31, 2008

[Dejasade]

bumping for Rachel

[RCOOKE]

Rachel's new billboard is up in Austin. It's on the northbound side of I-35 just north of the Grand ave exit. (mile marker 238 I think)

The billboard design: http://lois2.lamargraphics.com/viewableart/189892001B.JPG

The January edition of AUSTIN MONTHLY has a long article on the missing including Rachel and Roxanne Paltauf. It's contains a lot of pictures and information.

[Anita Richman]

Thank you for keeping us posted, Robert.

[Zanko]

Rachel is so beautiful. I think of her often. I hope 2009 is the year we find her.

[Texas Mist]

I think of Rachel daily and pray for her & her family. May God's love & strength be there for them on this anniversary.

[RCOOKE]

Georgetown family puts up billboard for missing daughter
http://www.keyetv.com/news/local/story/Georgetown-family-puts-up-billboard-for-missing/33-YbcO5BUy-_Lx5uFb-jA.cspx

Seven years later, Rachel Cooke's family still looking for answers
http://www.statesman.com/search/content/news/stories/local/01/11/0111cooke.html

Georgetown family keeps search alive for missing daughter
http://news8austin.com/content/your_news/?SecID=278&ArID=228760

[Tonia]

Mr. Cooke,i pray for you and your family every day hoping that you find the peace and closure that you so deserve.

[Kimster]

Today they announced they found the remains of Brooke Wilberger, who was from the area in which I live. Listening to her mother and to the DA relate the story of their case, I was brought to tears. I am happy for the Wilberger family and that they finally can bring their daughter home.

At the same time, I thought of Rachel Cooke, along with Jennifer and Adrianna Wix and their families. I continue to pray that these families can also find out where their girls are, no matter what the outcome.

:praying:

[Texana]

Rachel is not forgotten by so many of us. We hope and pray for her and her family.

I hope this will be the year Mr. Cooke gets answers for Rachel.

[Texas Mist]

Just can't get you off my mind today, Rachel.

I hope whereever you are, angels are watching over you.

[hunter 13]

Thanks Litlstar. I hope we can get someone like Willie Nelson for the next Music for the Missing Concert in the fall of 2004. You have to organize far in advance to get someone famous.

Mr. Cooke my heart goes out to You and your Family I am hoping that there will be an answer in your case soon. We have 2 missing young ladies in Florida
One case is similar to your daughters and the other they have a person of interest in the Orange County jail. We must all become aware of whats goes on around us . And I believe you are correct it was some one who knew your daughter or of her perhaps a friend of a friend. Possibably some one she would not been afraid to talk to. God bless youand all that have been helping in the search.

[future criminologist]

bumping for Rachel. Also, Robert - is Jimmy Fennell being looked at as a POI in your daughter's case right now? How is the investigation progressing? Any new leads?

[Dejasade]

Rachels disappearance has always been one that has haunted me. Mr. Cooke, I know you have heard it before...but I am so sorry this has happened to your family, and to other families across the country. IMO, it is one of the most awful crimes. Not knowing! How one just disappears, I have said before, I just DON'T get.
Hoping 2010 will be one filled with answers for you.
+ God Bless

[Texas Mist]

Prayers for Rachel & her family & friends.

Rachel is not forgotten.

[theforgotten]

Bumping for Rachel....It's been too long and her family needs answers.