Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
FUNERAL HOME
Ryan Cook Obituary
AGE: 20 • Flemington
Ryan P. Cook, age 20 years, of Flemington, NJ, died on Saturday, May 19, 2012 in Readington Township, NJ as a result of injuries sustained in an automobile accident. Born in Edison, NJ, March 9, 1992, he had resided in Flemington for the past six years, and had previously resided in Franklin Park, NJ. Ryan was a 2010 graduate of Hunterdon Central Regional High School, Flemington, NJ, and just completed his sophomore year at Indiana University of Pennsylvania where he was a Communications major and Spanish minor. Ryan was an avid basketball player and fan, and played for the last several years in the Flemington-Raritan Recreation League. Ryan formerly worked at Timberland Outlet, Liberty Village, and was currently employed by Soriano's Catering, Bridgewater, NJ.
Ryan is survived by his mother and step-father, Laura Jo Vitale-Bender and Paul Bender of Flemington, NJ; his father and step-mother, Richard P. and Lisa Cook, Jr. of Fords, NJ; a sister, Leigh Ann Cook; two brothers, Christopher and Matthew Cook; his maternal grandmother, Genevieve Vitale of Iselin, NJ; his step grandparents, Pete and Mary Lou Bender of Pittsburgh, PA, and Maria Ramos of Howard Beach, NY and Pedro Diaz of Staten Island, NY; and several aunts, uncles, and cousins.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in St. Cecelia Roman Catholic Church, 45 Wilus Way, Iselin, NJ on Thursday at 11:00 a.m. Family and friends are kindly asked to meet directly at the Church on Thursday morning. Entombment will follow in St. Gertrude's Mausoleum, Colonia, NJ. Calling hours will be held on Wednesday from 4:00-8:00 p.m. in the Holcombe-Fisher Funeral Home, 147 Main Street, Flemington, NJ. The family requests that all who can donate blood to their local blood bank in Ryan's memory. Please visit www.holcombefisher.com for further information or to send condolences.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Ryan Cook
R Bonnor
May 29, 2012
Losing a loved one in death is painful especially a child. My heart goes out to the family during this most difficult time. May you find some comfort and peace from the words of our Heavenly Father. (Philippians 4:6,7)
May 27, 2012
Annette DiRe and Family
You will always be in our hearts....R.I.P Ryan
May 24, 2012
We were on our way to Villanova University to our Nephew's Graduation. We missed the accident by a half hour. I was troubled by it all day, actually all weekend. I did not know you Ryan, but I knew that God had taken whoever was in the tarped vehicle. I will always pray for you and may you be at peace. May God give your family, friends and loved ones the courage to move forward and always keep you close to their hearts. Rest in peace. Linnie and John
Jensen Eberhart
May 23, 2012
Ryan Cook! I miss you so much bud. IUP will not be the same without you. I still dont believe this, I just saw you two weeks ago when we ran into each other and were complaining about finals week. Rest easy bud and watch over everyone. Love ya <3
MaryAnn (Malcolm) Kaufmann
May 22, 2012
....Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life and I shall dwell in the house of the Lord forever.
Joanne (Davis) D'Amico
May 22, 2012
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
May 22, 2012
I am so sorry for your loss. May the lord shower you with comfort and strengh as you face this unspeakable loss. May he rest in peace always. GOD BLESS ALL
Showing 1 - 7 of 7 results
Make a Donation
in Ryan Cook's name
Memorial Events
for Ryan Cook
How to support Ryan's loved ones
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief
Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.
Read more
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read moreWays to honor Ryan Cook's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
