Richard Everett Cook, 67, of East Washington, passed away on Friday, July 16^th, 2010, after a valiant fight to recover from injuries suffered in a motorcycle accident on June 22^nd, 2010.  Richard leaves the love of his life Lynn, two sons Steven and Douglas Cook, daughter Heather Cooper and her husband Todd, his sister Janice Dutton, his adoring dog Buddy and all the other animals on the farm. He was dearly loved by his grandchildren: Scout, Erik, Hobson, Gavin, Brendan, Justin, niece Gretchen Oldach and nephew Michael Oldach.

Born November 18, 1942 in Jamaica, New York.  Son of the late Dorrance and Dorothy (Day) Cook, Richard grew up in East Rockaway, Long Island, New York, where his love of sailing began on the Long Island Sound with his father.  After graduating from NY State Maritime College at Fort Schuyler in ­­1965 he served in the merchant marines, sailing around the world into various ports of call.  He worked numerous cargo ships, oil tankers and tugs, including the only commercial nuclear ship, the N. S. Savannah.  After 40 years of service he retired in 2005 as captain.

Richard loved and lived his life to the fullest. As an elected town selectman, volunteer firefighter and member of the conservation commission he devoted his time and energy to the land and community of Washington.  As a man of deep thought and intellect he was a passionate advocate for sustainable development and cherished all things that preserved Washington as a community of friends and family through the generations.

His final resting place will be at home, Bifrost Farm; which in Norse mythology represents the rainbow bridge that crosses over from the heavens to the earth. A celebration of his life will be held July 24^th at 2pm at home on the land that he loved and inspired him.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Town of Washington: Washington Meetinghouse Preservation Fund or Washington Conservation Commission. Mail to Washington Town Hall, C/O Michelle, 7 Half Moon Pond Road, Washington, NH 03280 or call 603 495 3661.

The Holt-Woodbury Funeral Home & Cremation Service Hillsboro, NH is in charge of arrangements. For more log on to www.holtwoodburyfh.com

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