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ROBERT MORTIMER COHEN

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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COHENROBERT MORTIMEROf Chestnut Hill, PA. died on Sept. 23, 2019 following a brief period of health issues. Cohen was a respected figure in the Philadelphia jazz community, having performed for decades in the area. Cohen was born in the Bronx, NY on December 15, 1930 to Adele (Weissbrod)...

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Bob, you enriched our lives so much, in your aerospace work with Ron, in our shared interests in music and the universe (maybe two universes!) I remember your in-person and phone visits with us, during Ron's long illness; I remember your emotion at seeing his decline. Alzheimer's and pneumonia took him on June 12, 2021. I sincerely hope that you are somewhere out there together, now, having fascinating conversation!!

Bob was a friend for many years, to me and my husband, Dr. Ronald Silver. They had worked together on important government projects. When Ron became ill, Bob visited in person and by phone, and it was always a real pleasure for me and Ron to hear him speak. We knew of his daughter, like himself a respected musician, and Bob spoke of her with much pride. We are sad to learn of his passing. I am with Ron every day now, with his nursing care. We are so grateful to have been Bob's friend and to...

I remember Bob Cohen as talented and kind. We worked together at Cafe Erlanger in the early 70's. He encouraged me as a young musician. My condolences to Alice, family and friends.