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Max COHEN Obituary
May 5, 1944 – October 5, 2012
It is with great sadness that the family of Max Cohen announces his passing on October 5, 2012 after a battle with cancer. Max was born May 5, 1944 to Kitty and Abraham Cohen in Bombay, India where he grew up with brothers Alan and Julian and sister Florence. Max leaves behind his loving wife Lois Cohen (nee Smith), his children Chris Dumont (Linda) of Burnaby and Cheryl Anderson (Steve), grandchildren Shiloh and Sierra Anderson of Delta, sister Florence Salama (Hy Bromberg) of Vancouver, brothers Alan Cohen (Ruby) of Tel Aviv, Israel and Julian Cohen (Flo) of Sydney, Australia. Young and adventurous at age 18 Max moved to London, England in 1962. He briefly volunteered on a kibbutz in Israel during the Six Day War. In October 1969 he moved to Vancouver where he was soon joined by his mother and sister. It was in Vancouver, 42 years ago that Max met Lois in 1970, expanded his family and became a loving and devoted husband for 32 years. In work Max focused his career in the field of lighting. After employment at Russell Industries Max stepped out on his own and singlehandedly established Maxilite Manufacturing in 1977 growing it to a successful business which continues today. He enjoyed his business trips to Italy, Spain, and China and his sales trips across Canada. Max loved the outdoors. He enjoyed cross-country skiing, kayaking, shooting, racquetball, tennis, cycling, hiking or walking most weekends. He was past president and long-time member of the Nordic Wrecks Cross Country ski club and took many weekend bus trips with Lois and friends to destinations throughout BC. Leisure travel took him many places including Australia, Africa and Egypt. Max was a wonderful photographer and loved to share his interest of nature and travel through prints, slide shows and videos. A ceremony and burial will be at the Schara Tzedeck Cemetery at 2345 Marine Dr. New Westminster on Sunday, October 7, 2012 at 2:00 p.m. A remembrance reception will be held on Thursday, October 11, 2012 between noon and 3:00 p.m. at the Riverway Golf Clubhouse at 9001 Bill Fox Way off Byrne Rd, Burnaby, BC Restaurant: 604-297-4888. This event is open to all that knew Max.
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Keith Willett
October 30, 2012
To Lois and Family, my sincerest sympathies on the loss of our good friend Max, our friendship started with the NW ski club and extended into several other good activities. Max was strong, compassinate, loyal, fun and a good thinker and idea generator. I will miss him dearly. We have gone, over the years, through a lot of K's together, giving many good happy memories.
Wi-Jen Hew
October 15, 2012
My heartfelt condolences to Lois and family. Max will be greatly missed. His love for life and his tenacity is an inspiration to me. It has been a privilege and pleasure to work for Max, a caring employer who considers us family. Coming back to work next week, I will miss our usual greetings "Good Morning Wi-Jen" "Good Morning Max!!" Rest in Peace Max.
October 12, 2012
Our condolences to Lois and Family.
Norman and Marie Langdon
Marguerite (Ulli) Clark-Humphries
October 11, 2012
To Lois and the Cohen Family! Such a wonderful person will forever be missed by everyone; my sincerest condolences to you all. Regretfully I did not have the pleasure to get to know Max, we only met a few times very many years ago. My thoughts are with you Lois. your friend Ulli
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ASI Plastics
October 11, 2012
We are saddened to hear of Max's passing and wish to express our sincere condolences to the Cohen and Maxilite families. It was a privilege to know and do business with Max for many years.
Carol Martin (Willett)
October 10, 2012
Dear Lois, and the Cohen Family: Very saddened to hear of Max's passing. We all skied together a joyful bunch! That great smile and easy manner, Max was famous for, my heartfelt thoughts go out to you all.
Les Blackie Blackie Photography
October 10, 2012
It was with great sadness that I read Troy's email about Max's passing. I worked with Max for a number of years producing his catologue and I have to say that this kind, gentle man of great integrity will be missed. The world needs more Max Cohens.
October 9, 2012
My condolences to Lois and Family. We will miss Max and his wonderful smile. All the years that I have been with Nordic Wrecks Ski Club I have enjoyed his ski trips that Max and Lois planned together. Max was an inspiration to all of us.
Mildred Parks, Langley,B.C
Best Plumbing & Lighting
October 9, 2012
It was with great sadness to learn of Max's passing.Our deepest sympathies go out to his family and his maxilite family. We will always remember Max's kindness. He will greatly be missed. May God bless him and his Family.
Trish Almeida & Judi Pohynayko
October 9, 2012
I just leaarned, today, of Max's passing and want to express my sympathy to the Cohen and Mazilite Families. Lois. he willo be missed.
Pat Shea - Atlantic Provinces
Brett Robinson
October 9, 2012
So sorry to hear the news this weekend. Max was an unbelievable man. I always enjoy talking lighting every time Max visited us in Winnipeg. We will miss him!
Jim Wong
October 9, 2012
Our saddest condolences are out to the Cohen family and Maxiite family .You will truly be missed.
Our thoughts are with the families
From your friends at Illuminations.
Sally Stanleigh
October 9, 2012
It is with a heavy heart that we send our condolences to the family on the loss of dearest Max. He was very close to all of our family. He often surprised us with his calls whenever he visited Toronto. In recent years, he was often too busy to stop by, but he always called to say hello. We were fortunate to spend time with him and Lois a year ago when we visited Vancouver. It was fun to hear about his travels and watch him entertain us with the tricks he taught his bird, Quito. We'll miss Max very much.
October 9, 2012
It was with great saddness to learn of Max's passing. My deepest sympathies go to the Cohen and Maxilte families.Max you will be missed.Rest In Peace. Frank Langley, CLD Inc , Stoney Creek , ON
Welly shipping Ltd.
October 9, 2012
I have just learned with deep regret of the death of Mr Max Cohen and I am writing at once to express our heartfelt sympathy. We recall him many kindness and we will be missed him.
Here, please permit us to express our deepest sorrow and compassion to his family members. May God bless Mr Max Cohen.
Welley shipping Ltd.
October 9, 2012
I have just learned with deep regret of the death of Mr Max Cohen and I am writing at once to express our heartfelt sympathy. We recall him many kindness and we will be missed him.
Here, please permit us to express our deepest sorrow and compassion to his family members. May God bless Mr Max Cohen.
Maria Pichichero
October 8, 2012
I was fortunate to have met Max and Lois as fellow members of the Sea kayak association and also Nordic recs xcountry ski club. Together with his wife Lois we shared and enjoyed many great kayak and ski excursions. He was such an interesting person and had many passions and a zest to enjoy life with his wife and many friends. He was a very kind man and will be missed.
Nandita Narayan
October 8, 2012
To the Cohen family,
Please accept our heartfelt condolences for your loss. Though we didn't get the opportunity to spend more time with you guys. It was easy to see what a lovely man Max was, and how much you loved each other. We loved spending time with you over brunch awhile back and I kept hoping to have you guys over but my own battle made that difficult, however I've always kept you both in my prayers and thoughts and will continue to do that for you Lois in the hopes that my prayers bring you the strength and courage you need to get through this very difficult time. Please let us know if there is any way we can help day or night Lois, just call and we will be there.
I'm sure Max is entertaining the creator right now with his charm and of course his parlor tricks with his heavenly designated Parrot!
Please accept our deepest condolences.
Francis, Nandita, & Ishaan.
Victor & Marsael Meyer
October 8, 2012
My cousin Max was like a brother to me and my twin brother Eddie. We grew up together in India and had a wonderful childhood. We moved to London, England and when Max followed later he again was part of my family. I shall forever hold his memory in my deepest affection. May you rest in peace, Max.
October 8, 2012
To Lois and Family,
Max was such a dear and kind person to me and my family. I hope you will soon find comfort for your loss of such a devoted and loving husband, father and grandfather. I only have good memories of Max, which in itself is a comfort and a treasure for me to have, as Max was a kind father figure to me and he was my favorite uncle.
-Angela Atwell
Ron and Glee Martel
October 7, 2012
To The Cohen Family
Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time.
We meet Max 22 years ago when we opened our lighting store and our son (Troy) began working at Maxilite. He was a quiet, caring man who will be dearly missed by all who knew him.
October 7, 2012
To the Cohen Family: Max and I worked together for seven years I was deeply saddened to hear of the loss of Max. May the peace which comes from the memories of love shared comfort you now and in the days ahead.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time.
Heidi Balshaw
Carol Bantley
October 7, 2012
Max: May you now rest in peace and soar with the Eagles. As my employer for 20 years at Maxilite, you were my friend and there for me and all your employees throughout the years. You will be so missed (especially for all the Friday treats, which included everyone's favorite Dairy Queen Ice Cream. Carol Bentley
Glen Handford
October 7, 2012
Max was a unique individual. He was a warm and caring guy, which is hard to find in the business world nowadays. He will be missed by all of us in Manitoba. I pray that the peace of God, which passes all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds in this difficult time.
David Su Waters(Chien Wei Lighting Compay
October 7, 2012
In lovig memory of a wonderful person. We will cherish the memories forver.
Byron Hardinge w/ Lighting Solutions
October 6, 2012
Our sympathies go out to the Cohen family and the Maxilite family. We will remember Max for his tenacity to fight for life and his integrity in his business. Rest in Peace Max, you will be sorely missed.
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