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DORIS MCCOOK Obituary
91, of Henrico, born in Boardman, N.C., passed away March 26, 2012. She was preceded in death by her husband, Frederick W. McCook. She is survived by three children, Connie McCook, Cathy Harper and her husband, Woody, and Fred McCook Jr.; two granddaughters, Olivia McCook and April Harper Vautrinot; and two great-grandchildren. Doris retired as a teletype operator for American Brands. A memorial service followed by a reception will be held 6 p.m. Wednesday, March 28, at Good Shepherd United Methodist Church, 9155 Hungary Road, Henrico. Interment will be private in Westhampton Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Prevent a Litter, 3421 W. Cary St., Richmond, Va. 23221.
This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.
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March 28, 2012
Dear Cathy, Connie & Freddie and families,
Sincere sympathy to you all. I have fond memories of your mother when I was a child in Sunday school at Epworth and as an adult with my own children. My parents loved your mother too. My brother sends his regards as well to your family. It was a great pleasure knowing her . She was
truly a saint.I know she is in Heaven.
Bless you all,
Sincerely,
Nancy Woodard Poole and Family
She was the warmest, kind , and true person.
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Rosemary Brown
March 27, 2012
Dear McCook Children:
Your mother was the finest example of a true Christian woman. I loved working with her and knowing her. My memories of her are all fond ones. May the LORD give you strengh during this time, knowing that she is with him.
In His Love,
Rosemary Brown
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