Alan Cook

1896–1973 (age 77)

Biography

Alan Cook (1896–1973) earned lasting respect for his unwavering sense of duty and the quiet generosity he offered to neighbors, friends, and colleagues alike. He balanced hard work with a genuine interest in others, always ready to lend a listening ear or steady encouragement.

Those who crossed his path remember his firm integrity and the calm way he met each challenge, and though he is buried at Woodlawn Cemetery, his example of heartfelt service lives on.

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