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Harold Cook Obituary
Harold (Cookie)E., Sr., 87 of Totowa passed away on February 13, 2015. He was born and raised in Secaucus and a U.S. Navy veteran who served his country during World War II. Cookie was one of a kind. He was the most gentle, loving man who opened up his heart to all and was loved by all. Cookie enjoyed roller skating, camping down the Jersey shore with his wife, working on cars and just keeping busy. He loved being a family man and was proud of his accomplishments like moving his family to Totowa 60 years ago. Harold is predeceased by his beloved wife, Helen, of 67 years, and his brothers, Bill, Jr. and Paul and a sister, Caroline. He is survived by and was a loving father to Harold E. Cook, Jr. and his wife, Patricia, and Robin D. McCaffrey and her husband, Timothy; Cherished grandfather to Jennifer McCaffrey, Wendy Croteau and her husband, Eric, Daniel Cook, and Christine Parsils and her husband, Justin; Cherished great-grandfather to Jocelyn and Evan Croteau. Also survived by his sister, Roslyn Kay; sister-in-law, Carol Cook and many nieces, nephews and dear friends including his caregivers, Natalie, Cheryl, and Heather. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a funeral service at the Festa Memorial Funeral Home, 111 Union Blvd., Totowa, on Monday at 11:15 AM. Entombment at Laurel Grove Mausoleum, Totowa. Friends may visit Sunday 4 - 8 PM. In lieu of flowers, donations to Passaic Valley Hospice, 783 Riverview Drive, Totowa, NJ 07512 or a charity of your choice would be appreciated. For more information, go to www.festamemorial.com.
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Bill Ziegler
May 8, 2018
Harold was a really great man. I always remember skating at Montvail roller rink when he was a guard there. He loved his Corvairs and going to the rink just to skate and exercise. I remember when one of his 'puppy's' got a broken back. He crafted a two-wheeled cart for her to ride around the house in. Very talented man. I miss his smiling face and his wit. I extend my prayers to Robin and Skip and their families. I realize this happened about 3 years ago, but want to extend my wishes and prayers for the families.
Richard Barnitt
February 19, 2015
We were are so sorry about the loss of Uncle Cookie. We have so many great memories from roller skating, racing cars, go karts and so much more. He and Aunt Helen will always live in our hearts and our memories. Sending thoughts and prayers to all of you.
Love Richie and Ann Barnitt
February 14, 2015
Dear Skip, Pat, Robin, Timothy, Wendy, Daniel, Christine, and Jennifer and family,
We are so very sorry for the loss of your Dad and Grandfather. To me he was Uncle Cookie albeit a Great Uncle. I truly have so many fond memories shared with both your Mom and Dad. They certainly were always welcoming and treated us all like their kids as well. Please know we are sending our prayers to all of you. He will certainly be missed but always remembered.
Love, Tammy, Anthony, Dylan, Brooke, and Shane Manfredi (Rich and Ann Barnitt's daughter, son-in-law and kids)
Nick Borg
February 14, 2015
Our deepest sympathy to the Cook family. He was a man who was loved by all who knew him. He made all the days at Lake St Catherine fun for his family and friends.
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