Longtime Sloatsburg resident Richard Cook passed away on June 5, surrounded by his family, the thing he held nearest and dearest. He was 78 years old.
Cook was a quiet participant in Sloatsburg’s community, devoted to St. Joan of Arc Church, the Knights of Columbus and the Sloatsburg Public Library, where he was a Trustee and Financial Officer. He was a strong advocate for Library children’s programs and was the project leader on installing new fencing at the Library – his last effort as an active board member. Continue Reading