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Marcella Cohen Obituary

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MARCELLA PLOTKIN on Wed. Aug. 29, 2007, beloved wife of the late David Plotkin and Louis Cohen; Cherished mother of Cynthia Plotkin-Mervis (Michael Mervis) Dr. Richard (Esther) Plotkin and the late Stephen Plotkin; Mother-in-law of Dr. Lori Adelson; Sister of George Rebb and the late Martin Rebb; loved and adored grandmother of Rachel Mervis, Charla Mervis Stein (Robert), Michael Plotkin, Julie Plotkin, Sarah Plotkin and Elizabeth Plotkin, great-grandmother of Stephen Daniel Plotkin; also survived by a number of sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, and dear friends. Marcella loved music, theatre, swimming and most importantly the game of bridge. Her partying will be missed. Services at RALPH SCHUGAR CHAPEL, INC., 5509 Centre Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA. (1-888-621-8282) on Thurs. at 1 P.M. Visitation one hour prior to services (12 Noon-1 P.M.) Int. B'nai Israel Cem. Pittsburgh. Contributions may be made to B'nai B'rith, 1824 Murray Ave., Ste 302, Pittsburgh, PA,15217.

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Published by Philadelphia Inquirer/Philadelphia Daily News on Aug. 30, 2007.

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Lori Adelson

September 3, 2007

Dear family:
I am very sorry that I was not able to make it to Marcella's funeral. I wish my girls could have come also, but none of us were able to get flights on time. In my last converstation with Marcella, not long before the stroke, she seemed happy and energetic, and sounded pleased with her new surroundings. She talked about her bridge group, and how she was glad to be able to check in on her brother. She was excited to hear about my move and get updates on her granddaughters. I am hopeful that Marcella did not have to suffer in her last days, as she had enough heartbreaking losses in her years on this earth. She never gave up... and that will always be an inspiration to me!Love, Lori

Warren Judd

September 2, 2007

Cynthia,

We just arrived home and heard about your mom. We were very sorry to hear about your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Love,

Myra and Warren

Barb Scheinberg

August 31, 2007

Dear Plotkin Family,
I recently met your mother at Schenley Gardens. She dined at my fathers table. She was such a lovley women and was very kind. My father is quite ill and she took great intrest in him. May you find comfort at this time.
Barb Cohen Scheinberg

Phillip Pechersky

August 30, 2007

Dear Richard, I was sorry to hear of your mothers passing. I will always have fond memory's of her for her kindness she always showed toward you old friends.

I had bumped into Lou and your Mom at Kings Restaurant many times over the years and you were always discussed. She was very proud of her Doctor son.

Take care,

Your old buddy

Phil Pechersky

Charlotte Bennett

August 30, 2007

Cynthia and Family
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well-lived.

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