Carlene Alice Wright Cook passed away peacefully on March 24, 2025, at her home in West Lebanon, New Hampshire. Born on January 21, 1942, in Newport, Vermont, Carlene was the daughter of Clinton and Drusilla Wright. She was one of five children: Clifton (Mike), Carlene, William, Viola, and Clinton (Buster). Carlene graduated from Orleans High School in 1960. After graduation, she worked at Metropolitan Life in St. Johnsbury, Nationwide Insurance and an early education office in Rutland, and Citizens Utilities in Newport.

In May 1961, Carlene married Richard Cook of Irasburg, VT. Together they spent many years in Lyndonville and Rutland Vermont raising a family before building their own home in Coventry.  Though they later separated, they never wavered from their mutual love for their children and grandchildren.  Carlene is survived by her son, Brian Cook, of Lyme, New Hampshire. She was predeceased by her daughter, Debra, who passed away in 2017 from cancer. Debra married Tom Levins, and together they had three children: Matthew, Andrew, and Timothy. Brian married Kathryn Cartier, and they had three children: Ellen, Abigail, and Mary. Her six grandchildren were among the many joys of her life.

In her later years, Carlene moved to West Lebanon, New Hampshire, to be closer to her son and family. She enjoyed Sunday dinners in Lyme and made many new friends whose company she thoroughly enjoyed.

Through the years, Carlene and Richard, together with her sister Viola and her husband Joe, shared many happy times. She often talked about all the great memories they had together. Likewise, Carlene had a unique bond with her sister-in-law, Claire. They had many wonderful visits and conversations that Carlene cherished. Carlene enjoyed keeping up with her many in laws as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

As it happened, Carlene was able to spend time with many old friends just before she passed. She was very thankful for that time together.

At Carlene's request there will only be calling hours.  They will be on April 5, 2025 from 11am to 1 pm at Curtis-Britch & Bouffard Funeral Home at 4670 Darling Hill Road in Newport, Vermont.

If you wish:

In honor of Carlene, Debra, and Richard, donations in Carlene's name can be made to:

Medical & Healthcare Advancement Dartmouth Health

Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth

One Medical Center Drive (HB 7070)

Lebanon, NH 03756

Please make checks payable to Dartmouth Health (please indicate "cancer center" in the memo line).