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Ida Cohen Obituary
UTICA/OLD FORGE- Ida Cohen, 99, of Utica and Old Forge, passed away Monday, April 8, 2019 at her home.
She was born March 31, 1920, in Utica, the daughter of the late Wolfe and Eva Case Alpert and was a graduate of UFA. On December 31, 1939, in Utica, she married Meyer Cohen. He passed away December 30, 2000. She and Meyer's hobby of glass working lead to the development of Meyda Lighting. Besides being the co-founder of Medya Lighting in Yorkville, she was the originator and current owner of the Nutty Putty Mini Golf in Old Forge and along with her husband, formerly owned and operated Quickie Steak Packing Co. in Utica. She was a member of both Temple Beth El and Congregation Zvi Jacob.
Ida was a hard working and driven business woman with a strong work ethic and a no-nonsense attitude. She was a great cook, master of many delicious Jewish recipes which will never be duplicated by any cook ever again.
She is survived by three children, Neil Cohen, of Old Forge, Bob (Ellie) Cohen, of Old Forge and Susan (John) Shabo, of Teaticket, MA; a sister, Thelma Blumberg, of Israel; six grandchildren, Mindy Cohen, Jeffrey Cohen, Andy Shabo, Chester Cohen, Max Cohen and Ben Cohen; four great-grandchildren, Ari, Meyer, Miriam and Leah; and nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by three brothers, Manny, Nathan and Louis Alpert; and her daughter-in-law, Muriel Cohen.
Graveside services were held Tuesday (yesterday) at Temple Beth El Cemetery, Whitesboro, officiated by Cantor Kalman Socolof. Shiva will be observed Wednesday (tonight) and Thursday, from 6-8 p.m., at her home, 2644 Dunham Road, Utica.
The family wishes to express their sincere gratitude to Helen Barnett, Jo Brand, Amy Williams and Debbie Spitusi for the wonderful care they provided to Ida the past few years.
Donations in memory of Mrs. Cohen may be made to Temple Beth El, 2710 Genesee Street, Utica, NY 13502.
Arrangements are with Bentz Funeral Service, Inc., New Hartford.
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Timothy Parker
April 15, 2019
My most sincere sympathies to the family. Though it has been many years remember her as a most gracious and charming person.
Carol Alpert-Passero
April 12, 2019
Dear Aunt Ida,
I am saddened to hear that you have passed. I will remember sitting in the passenger seat as my vibrant Aunt Ida tooled around town in her red car always moving on to the next thing that needed to get done. Our mini-golf outings in Old Forge and the time spent around your kitchen table sipping tea and coffee are how I will remember you. I am lifted up in knowing that you will be welcomed with open arms by the One who watched over you as you traveled a most worthy journey here on earth. Your journey was planned before time began by the One who loves you beyond our understanding. May the next phase of your journey be as filled with joy as the time you spent with us. We send you on with prayers for a joyful reception by those who await your arrival.
Until we meet again we remain your niece,
Mario & Carol Alpert-Passero
April 12, 2019
Dear Aunt Ida,
I am saddened to hear that you have passed. I will remember sitting in the passenger seat as my vibrant Aunt Ida tooled around town in her red car always moving on to the next thing that needed to get done. Our mini-golf outings in Old Forge and the time spent around your kitchen table sipping tea and coffee are how I will remember you. I am lifted up in knowing that you will be welcomed with open arms by the One who watched over you as you traveled a most worthy journey here on earth. Your journey was planned before time began by the One who loves you beyond our understanding. May the next phase of your journey be as filled with joy as the time you spent with us. We send you on with prayers for a joyful reception by those who await your arrival.
Until we meet again we remain your niece,
Mario & Carol Alpert-Passero
Richard Reile
April 11, 2019
Bob so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with her and your family.
Mary Ann Hallak-Serwatka
April 11, 2019
Bob, Max, Chet and family - I am so sorry for your loss. 99 - God bless her. I pray for her peace and comfort.
Alyce Demma
April 10, 2019
Sincere condolences to Neil and the Cohen family.
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