LEWISTON — Anita Rita Cook, 97, of Lisbon died Wednesday, Aug. 15, at Central Maine Medical Center after a four-day stay. Born in Lewiston July 26, 1921, a daughter of the late Arthur and Cecile Veilleux Parent, she was educated in Lewiston schools and graduated from Lewiston High School in the Class of 1940.
She was married to Robert K. (Bob) Cook, who died July 17, 2002. Mrs. Cook was a member of Holy Trinity Church in Lisbon Falls. She worked as a clerk at Fantastic Fair and Ward Bros., and later as office manager for Bob Cook’s Auto Electric and was park manager for Sunset Garden Trailer Park in Lewiston.
She enjoyed traveling with her husband, Bob, especially to Boothbay Harbor, where they often took weekend trips. She will be remembered for her great smile and personality.
She is survived by her son and caregiver, David P. Biron of Lisbon; stepson John Cook and wife, Linda, of Lewiston; stepdaughters, Linda Cook of Rome, N.Y., and Pauline Biron and husband, Larry, of Lisbon Falls; four grandchildren and several great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews, including Mike Fournier and wife, Nancy, of Lewiston and Norm Fournier of Seattle, Wash. She was also predeceased by her son, Marc N. Biron. Online condolences at www.advantageportland.com.
Anita R. Cook
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