Harry R Pool, Jr.
Died: Nov 13, 2013
Harry R. Pool, Jr., long time Warren County resident, died on Wednesday, November 13, 2013 at Hackettstown Regional Medical Center. He was the son of the late Harry R. Pool, Sr. and Annie Apgar Pool. Mr. Pool's wife, Jo Ann Burger Pool predeceased him in 1997 after 34 years of marriage.
Mr. Pool grew up in Beattystown, NJ, lived briefly in Flemington, NJ and then spent over 38 years in Port Murray, NJ. He lived at the House of the Good Shepherd for the last 18 months. Mr. Pool served proudly for over 30 years with the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey as a Manager and Executive of their Risk Management Program.
Mr. Pool graduated from Hackettstown High School, Cook College and Rutgers University with his Master's in Animal Science. He was very active in local politics serving as Mayor of Mansfield Township as well as on the Environmental Commission and Planning Board for Mansfield Township. He also served on the Warren County Pollution Control Commission. Mr. Pool enjoyed Civil War re-enactment and serving his Community. He was a long time member of the Beattystown Presbyterian Church.
Mr. Pool is survived by his daughter and son-in-law, Alyson and Christopher Peacock and grand daughter Katherine Peacock of Allen, Texas and his grandson, Timothy Peacock of Mountain View, California.
Visitation will be held on Sunday, November 17, 2013, 1:00 - 4:00 PM at the Cochran Funeral Home, 905 High St., Hackettstown, NJ 07840.
Graveside Service and interment at Hackettstown Union Cemetery on Monday, November 18, 2013 at 10:00 AM,(please meet at cemetery).
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Warren County Visiting Nurses/Homemaker Services, 18 Broad St., Washington, NJ 07882.
Mr. Pool grew up in Beattystown, NJ, lived briefly in Flemington, NJ and then spent over 38 years in Port Murray, NJ. He lived at the House of the Good Shepherd for the last 18 months. Mr. Pool served proudly for over 30 years with the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey as a Manager and Executive of their Risk Management Program.
Mr. Pool graduated from Hackettstown High School, Cook College and Rutgers University with his Master's in Animal Science. He was very active in local politics serving as Mayor of Mansfield Township as well as on the Environmental Commission and Planning Board for Mansfield Township. He also served on the Warren County Pollution Control Commission. Mr. Pool enjoyed Civil War re-enactment and serving his Community. He was a long time member of the Beattystown Presbyterian Church.
Mr. Pool is survived by his daughter and son-in-law, Alyson and Christopher Peacock and grand daughter Katherine Peacock of Allen, Texas and his grandson, Timothy Peacock of Mountain View, California.
Visitation will be held on Sunday, November 17, 2013, 1:00 - 4:00 PM at the Cochran Funeral Home, 905 High St., Hackettstown, NJ 07840.
Graveside Service and interment at Hackettstown Union Cemetery on Monday, November 18, 2013 at 10:00 AM,(please meet at cemetery).
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Warren County Visiting Nurses/Homemaker Services, 18 Broad St., Washington, NJ 07882.
Condolences:
Henry Dinger
#10
November 18th, 2013 12:09 pm
Met Harry as a member of the PCFA. In an era of much animosity and difficult times Harry and I often saw things differently. One of his outstanding features was the ability to allow those who disagreed with his perspective to have their full say, to evaluate the information and act in accordance with his conscience. After the vote was over, Harry was the type of person that you could still be friends with even if you disagreed with his position. A true gentleman and statesman. His wisdom has been, and will be, missed. We were all better for knowing him.
Paul & Robin Wallace Delray Beach, Florida
#9
November 15th, 2013 4:16 pm
I am very sorry to see Mr. Pool has passed away.
He and I had a great relationship from both my 1st term on Hackettstown Council in the 1990's and my time at Williams & Hibler.
Mr. Pool had an absolute love for Mansfield Twp. and Warren County and it was my pleasure to have known him.
To the Family I pray God's comfort on you all during this period of mourning.
Charles Andy Smith
#8
November 15th, 2013 12:46 pm
Knew Harry at Hackettstown High and with the Port of New York and New Jersey. He always gave his best in his 30 some years with the Port
Authority. May he now rest in peace.
Jim and Kathy Dippel
#7
November 15th, 2013 9:12 am
Harry was a dedicated resident and a friend to the police. God bless him for all his service.
Pullen-McIntosh Family
#6
November 14th, 2013 9:05 pm
Dear Alyson, Chris, Tim and Kate: we are so sorry for your loss.
Sam and Jean Race
#5
November 14th, 2013 4:16 pm
Sincere condolances to the family of Harry Pool. Harry was a friend and associate who will be remembered and missed.
Russ and Judy Onderko
#4
November 14th, 2013 3:00 pm
Our sincere condolences to the Pool family. It was a pleasure knowing Harry. Talking to him about the history of Mansfield was always enlightening. He will be missed. RIP.
Liz McCleskey
#3
November 14th, 2013 11:35 am
Mr. Pool is in our thoughts and prayers! I will always remember him as a kind, intelligent, professional man who loved his family! God bless you Mr. Pool.
Danielle Hall
#2
November 14th, 2013 10:24 am
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family during this dark time. May God provide the peace and comfort that you need to endure these days.
Joy and Les Snyder
#1
November 14th, 2013 10:09 am
Our sincere sympathy on learning of the passing of Harry. He was a good man and friend. Joy and Les Snyder
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