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1934
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Richard Cook Obituary
October 20, 1934 - April 10, 2022
Macon, Georgia -
Richard Cook went to be with his Lord. He grew up in Texas Valley near Rome Georgia. Richard married his sweetheart, Louie Mae Yarbrough in 1956. Richard served for 26 years as a Sergeant in the Macon Police Department from November 1,1961 until November 6, 1987.
He is preceded in death by his wife of 66 years, Louie Mae; his parents, George and Lillie Mae Jesonis; brothers; Bill, Ralph, Bobby and James. Surviving family is two children; Mark Cook and wife, Anne and Karen Taylor and husband, Larry; as well as grandchildren; Callie Hogan and Kristen Dicarlo. There are numerous nieces and nephews.
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Carolyn Glover
April 25, 2022
My deepest sympathy to the Cook Family. Sgt. Cook was my supervisor at Precinct 1. He was always respectful while being in command. Rest in Peace Sergeant!
Major David Matthews (ret.) Macon Police Department
April 20, 2022
Richard will forever be remembered as a great officer and a fine man . May God bless him and his family. Thank you for your service to Macon and the nation.
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