Bennington
Former Bennington State Rep. Anne Mook Passes Away at 78
Anne Mook 78, a resident of Bennington, VT passed away peacefully at her family camp on Lake Lauderdale in Cambridge, New York on Wednesday July 29, 2026. Anne was born November 24, 1947 in Northampton MA to Harry and Joyce…
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Key points
- Former state representative and Bennington Parks and Recreation Director Anne H. Mook died at age 78 on July 29, 2026.
- Mook served 10 years in the Vermont House of Representatives representing District Bennington 5 before retiring in 2014.
- Memorial donations may be sent via Devlin Funeral Home to the Sunrise Resource Center or the Bennington Free Library Children’s Room.
Former Vermont State Representative and long-time Bennington civic leader Anne H. Mook passed away on Wednesday, July 29, 2026, leaving behind a deep legacy of public service in our community. She was 78 years old.
According to an obituary notice published by Devlin Family Funeral Home, Mook died peacefully at her family camp on Lake Lauderdale in Cambridge, New York. She dedicated decades of her life to local government, community organizations, and public education in Bennington County.
A Career Dedicated to Local Governance
Mook first moved to Bennington in 1979 to work for the Town of Bennington Parks and Recreation Department. She served initially as the town aquatics director before rising to become director of the department. In 1989, she joined the staff at the Bennington Free Library.
Her commitment to public service led to her election to the Vermont House of Representatives in 2004. Representing the Bennington 5 district for a decade, Mook served on both the Education Committee and the Government Operations Committee before retiring from the legislature in 2014.
Active Civic Leadership
Throughout her time in Southern Vermont, Mook remained deeply involved in local civic life, holding a strong belief that personal involvement was essential to making a community a better place to live.
Her community contributions included:
- Serving as president of the Catamount Rotary Club and co-founding the Spirit of Sharing program.
- Volunteering for popular local gatherings including Mayfest, Garlic Fest, and the former Bennington Car Show.
- Serving on the Board of Directors for both the Sunrise Resource Center and CAT-TV.
Mook is survived by her husband, Wes, three children, six grandchildren, two siblings, and extended family members.
Services and Memorial Donations
There will be no public calling hours, and burial will take place privately at Woodland Cemetery in Cambridge, New York. Family members plan to announce a public celebration of life in the coming days.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made by check to the Sunrise Resource Center or the Bennington Free Library Children’s Room. Donations should be sent care of Devlin Funeral Home, 332 North Street, Bennington, VT 05201.
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Based on reporting by Devlin Family Funeral Home originally published by Devlin Family Funeral Home (Bennington, VT). Read the original story.
