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Max S. Cohen, 90
AUGUSTA - Max S. Cohen died peacefully in his sleep, on Dec. 21, 2015, at the Maine Veterans Home in Augusta. He was born on March 13, 1925, in Bangor, the son of Robert and Fannie (Alpert) Cohen.
He was predeceased by his wife Natalie E Cohen (Koven) and survived by his daughters Ruth, and Gail and her spouse Gary Weiss; and his grandson Joel Weiss. He is also predeceased by his brothers George and Edward.
Max served in the Army Corps of Engineers during World War II. He attended the University of Maine and received his law degree from Boston University. Until 1975, Max practiced law in Bangor, and then moved to Augusta to work with the State of Maine. He worked in the Department of Transportation until 1995 when he retired. Temple Beth El was an important part of his life.
Services will be graveside at 10 a.m. on Monday, Dec. 28, at the Maine Veterans Cemetery, Mt. Vernon Rd., Augusta. Eulogies and memorial service will take place immediately following at Temple Beth El, Woodlawn Rd., Augusta. Shiva that night will be at the Maine Veterans Home, 310 Cony Rd. Augusta, from 4-6 p.m. Arrangements by Portland Jewish Funeral Home.
Donations may be made to Temple Beth El or Maine Veteran's Home.
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As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
DS
December 28, 2015
It is with deep regret that I learned of "Maccy's" death, He was my closest cousin,2 just a year older than myself.
I was always glad to see him when I would go to Bangor.
My sincere condolences to his daughters.
Bob Saltzman
December 28, 2015
Death was not God's original purpose for us, it is something for which we can never be completely prepared. Ecclesiastes 3:11
December 28, 2015
My condolences to the family,let your petitions be made known to God; and the peace of God that excels all thought will guard your hearts."
D Hernan
December 28, 2015
My condolences to your family. Max was an ethical man who served our country and was devoted to his family.
Jacques Weinstein
December 25, 2015
Another from the 'Greatest Generation' in God's care.
Thank you for your service.
December 25, 2015
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