Richard R. Cook, 61, a former longtime resident of the Carlisle area, passed away with family by his side on Saturday, July 3, 2010, at the home of family in Chambersburg. He was born on Tuesday, January 25, 1949, in Miami, FL, a son of the late Sidney and Mary Olive (Burns) Cook. He was also preceded in death by his brother, George.

Richard graduated from Opa Locka High School in Opa Locka, FL. He served four years in the US Marine Corps with one tour in Viet Nam and was honorably discharged with the rank of Sergeant. He then enlisted for six years in the US Army and served a second tour in Viet Nam and again was honorably discharged with the rank of Sergeant. Richard was an over-the-road truck driver most of his life and most recently he worked for The Penske Company of Carlisle.

Richard is survived by two sons; Jimi Cook of Orlando, FL and Preston Cook, son of Caroline Cardone Hamsher of Chambersburg, one daughter, Miranda Cook, daughter of Jennifer Cook of Wauseon, OH, two grandchildren, his dear friends; Suzette Humer of Carlisle and Judy and Mel Mohr, who Richard considered his brother. Richard also has numerous family members in Georgia, Florida, Alabama, Virginia and the Island of Jamaica. He will be missed by many friends and co-workers in the Carlisle area.

There will be a memorial service at 11 a.m. on Saturday, July 10, 2010, at the Hamsher family home, 85 Willowbrook Dr., Chambersburg with Pastor Adam Leeper officiating. Please call 717-264-9306 for more information. Burial will be at the convenience of the family. Ewing Brothers Funeral Home, Carlisle, is assisting the family with the arrangements. In lieu of flowers, the family asks donations be made in Richard's name to Lutheran Hospice of Franklin County, 2700 Luther Dr., Chambersburg, PA 17202.