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Joanne Crook Obituary

Joanne "Jo" Crook, 71, passed away Friday, August 3, 2012 of complications from pneumonia. Survivors include her daughter, Lisa Tucker; son in law, Rick Tucker; grandsons, Scott Foos, his wife Lindsey, and Kyle Foos; sister, Susan Chan; nephews, Phillip and Stuart Christensen. Her beloved husband Carl G. (Bud) Crook preceded her in death in 2010. Jo was retired from Harrison School District 2 where she still has many friends. She was an NABC Master bridge player, playing Swiss team and other forms of bridge games. Memorial service to be held Wednesday, August 8, 11 a.m. at St. George's Anglican Church, 217 E. Pikes Peak. In lieu of flowers, donations in Joanne's name can be made to St. George's Anglican Church.

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Published by The Gazette from Aug. 5 to Aug. 6, 2012.

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Donna Poponick

August 9, 2012

I was so sorry to read of Joanne's passing. I worked with her at Carmel in the early 90s. She was such fun and so caring. My prayers and thoughts are with your family

Sharon Fox (Gorman)

August 8, 2012

Lisa, I am so sorry for your loss.

Lindsey Davenport

August 6, 2012

Jo was an amazing woman! I was so blessed to get to know her the last couple years. She opened her arms to my family from day one and loved on my kids like they were her own. She was a great support system for me when my husband was deployed and I miss seeing her face smiling and waving from her drive way! she is missed greatly!

August 6, 2012

Jo was an amazing and wonderful friend and neighbor. My son adored her and called her Grandma Jo. My husband grew up with her as she lived right across the street and she was a very close friend to our family. She will be missed greatly!! I know she is at peace with Bud...

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