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Irwin Cohen Obituary
Resident of Sunnyvale
Passed away at the age of 87, Irwin was a dedicated teacher, community volunteer, loving husband and wonderful father. He grew up in San Francisco where he attended Lowell HS. He served during WWII as a naval aviator. Irv later moved with his family to San Jose, taught math and science and earned his Masters degrees. During retirement Irv volunteered for many years at Palo Alto VA Hospital Chaplain's Office. An active Mason, he was a member of San Francisco #120, his 'home' lodge, San Jose #10, San Jose Scottish Rite, Asiya Shrine in San Mateo, El Camino Research Lodge and Santa Clara Chapter Order of Eastern Star. He served as Master of El Camino Research Lodge and as Worthy Patron of the Eastern Star Chapter.
Irwin was preceded in passing by his beloved wife, Eleanor. He is survived by his son David, daughter Phyllis, his many friends and fraternal brethren. In lieu of flowers, Irv would want donations sent to Asiya Shrine Clowns - Sneaker Fund (1925 Elkhorn Court, San Mateo, CA 94403) benefiting Shriner's Hospital for Children Burn Research Program. Memorial services will be held on Sunday, December 5 at 3:00 pm, at the San Jose Masonic Center, 2500 Masonic Drive., San Jose, CA. Arrangements by Oak Hill Funeral Home.
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Memories and Condolences
for Irwin Cohen
Charlotte Roberson
December 9, 2022
I may not remember all of our moments. But forget you... NEVER. Keep em laughing Thumper.
Charlotte Roberson
December 13, 2010
Dear Mr. Cohen, I came to visit and found you resting. I knew you were preparing for your walk home. I went
on leave and came back to find out you took the journey home. Now that you are gone I know you are keeing the
Angels laughing. Because you kept us
laughing here. You had the nack to
take a corny joke flip it and make it funny. Rest in Peace Thumper I'm going
to miss you.
Charlotte
To the Cohen Family, I am deeply sorry
for your loss. My Prayers are with you and your family.
Newton : )
December 7, 2010
To the Cohen family, sorry for your loss, may GOD give you his LOVE, PEACE, and STRENGTH in this time of sorrow. I want to thank him for serving his country to make it better for us to live FREE & SAFE as we do, he will always be a HERO to not only his family but people like me who never met him or the family, because wheather you are drafted or volunteer to join the military you and your family know the price that might be paid and that is a big price to pay not only for your family but for strangers as well. I am glad he he came home safely to start a family of his own. May he R.I.P <3
December 1, 2010
He shared light wherever he traveled
David Cohen
November 30, 2010
A memorial service will be held on December 5th, at 3pm at the San Jose Masonic Center, 2500 Masonic Drive, San Jose. Both a Masonic and Eastern Star service will be conducted. Please come and share in a celebration of a life well-lived.
A Naval Aviator!
Sheila
November 29, 2010
Distinguished Service Award
November 29, 2010
A very philanthropic man.
November 29, 2010
Wonderful Irwin Cohen
sheila & Skip Clapkin
November 29, 2010
We love you and will miss you. Your life was full and rewarding.
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