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RUTH COOK

North Olmsted, Ohio

1923 - 2022

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Chardon, Ohio - Ruth Dowding Cook, formerly of Fairview Park, passed away peacefully on June 29 at age 99 at The Residence of Chardon. She was born on June 13, 1923 in Canton, Ohio to the late Richard and Tena Dowding. At Western Reserve University, she met Homer Cook, to whom she was married for...

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I was Ruth´s hairdresser for many years, she would come to my home every Friday mornings, when she moved I missed our great conversations. Ruth was so kind and caring when she found out that my granddaughter was having difficulties in reading (she was in elementary school at the time) She asked if she could help her. Every week I would take her to her home , first she would visit with Homer and talk about his flowers and then Ruth would work with her, this went on for a couple of years. To...

Sorry to hear about Ruth's passing. She always had a ready smile and a kind word. If she touched your life, you are better for it. Deepest sympathy.

I knew Ruth when my children were at Garnett and met her again years later when I was involved with Fairview Park Meals on Wheels. She and Homer were so helpful and dedicated to serving our seniors.

Ruth was as kind and considerate a person as I have known. She brought all that and so much more to her passionate vocation as a reading teacher. We shared an office at Garnett Elementary School for many years. Her smile, positive attitude, and unconditional regard for each child she taught made each day in her presence a joy. Ruth introduced so many children to the wonders found in books. What a difference she has made in each of their lives. Rest eternally now with Homer dear friend,...