Russell A. Cook ’54

Russell A. Cook ’54, of Fairfax, Va.; Feb. 28. He had a 22-year naval career and rose to the rank of lieutenant commander as he captained submarines during the early years of the Cold War. After an illness ended his commissions at sea, he was assigned to serve the Pentagon’s Joint Chiefs of Staff. He returned to college, taking night courses to earn a master’s degree in computer systems engineering, and, after being honorably discharged, helped pioneer the development of complex software systems to track detailed, comprehensive expenses for the military. When his children were young, he was actively involved in their scout activities and coached their sports teams. He enjoyed the outdoors and nature, gardening, and camping trips with his family. He is survived by a daughter, two sons, three granddaughters, and four great-grandchildren.