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Kate Sullivan
July 31, 2025
Carolyn, I am honored to have been your neighbor in Hull and my family has cherished all summers we had with you. Never was there a woman more dedicated to making the world a better place, and I am happy to say that this world truly is better after having you in it. Your legacy will be remembered in those that that knew you, and your service to people and pets alike is to be admired. I will always remember those warm nights you spent with us on our porch having dinner. I am honored to have been in your life and you will be missed by so many.
Devaughn Woods
June 20, 2025
She was my angel !!!! Rest in heaven beautiful!!!
Phyllis Koch
May 17, 2024
Wanted to go down to W Street to visit Carolyn because she would be there for the summer, but my dear friend is gone, and I miss her. Carolyn did leave many great memories with me, and she left a trail of good deeds which will be felt by many with whom she came in touch. When I plant tomatoes this summer I will be thinking of, and smiling at memories. P. Koch, Sar. 49
Lisa Thorson
May 2, 2023
Carolyn was a dear friend of ours for over 40 years. She lived about 10 minutes from us and was always the person who stopped by every three or four weeks just to check in and see how we were doing. We learned so many things from Carolyn, she shared her contacts with us, was the catalyst for us, getting our first dog, showed up at the many concerts and events that I did as well as her unwavering support of young people, women in sports and advocacy for people with disabilities. She was funny, loyal, kind, and to say that she will be missed is an understatement. Love and peace our dear friend.
Lisa Thorson, Gene Charny and
Parker, Lily and Honey
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Cathy Sanford
April 1, 2023
She was a great teacher. She had high expectations of her students, but she was fair and always cared. Rest in Peace, Miss Cohen.
Donna Aronson
March 31, 2023
A memorable teacher who was truly dedicated and gave back to so many. She appeared at every reunion from Rossie High and was a rockstar to many of us decades after the high school closed. Rest in peace Ms. Cohen.
Diane Bena
March 31, 2023
As an alumnae of Sargent College, BU class of 1965, I want to express my condolences for Carolyn "Cac" Cohen, a member of my class. Cac embodied the term "school spirit" and devoted most of her life to BU and Sargent College. She gave so much of her time and generous spirit to the school and her legacy will always be remembered. Cac, as our class secretary, always sent great newsletters that updated classmates and their shared accomplishments. Class Reunions were always so special to her and she encouraged all to participate and donate to Sargent. A special memory I will never forget was attending Sargent camp and "Snackbar Cac"( in charge of the snackbar). Our class made up a special song for her to sing in our frequent Sargent sing-a-longs which were a big part of school spirit with Cac as our leader. Her devotion, dedication and caring ways made her so special to everyone she was associated with. Thank you Cac for touching my life! Diane Bena, Sargent Class of 1965
Dianne Gebhardt Smith
March 31, 2023
She encouraged me to do more than I thought I could do. I have fond memories of Ms. Cohen. Rest in peace. May her memory be a blessing.
Sheila McAnulty Donahue
March 30, 2023
I had the honor to be coached by Ms. Cohen at Roslindale High School.
She was an inspiration to me. May she Rest in Peace... Sheila McAnulty Donahue
Nancy
March 30, 2023
Ms.Cohen was a tough cookie in school on the outside, but a warm and caring person on the inside. After 40 years she still remembered me! Asked me if I was still smoking those butts! So glad I got to see her in later years. Rest in peace Ms Cohen.
Carolyn Lebovitz
March 29, 2023
I would always see her walking her dog down Centre Street West Roxbury when I would be outside the hair salon. Condolences to her family. May she rest in peace
Maria Melchionda
March 24, 2023
Carolyn was is a fixture at every MAHPERD event! She was dedicated to our association as treasurer for many years. We are not only grateful for her service, but as a good friend, to all, dedicated professional, to physical education, and as a pioneer in the physical education field! She will be truly missed.
Kimberly Anne Uberti Wentz
March 22, 2023
I met Carolyn as a freshman in 1982. She told my mother not to worry about me and that she would watch out for me. She would often check on me to make sure I was doing ok. She knew my situation was difficult and always made sure I had what I needed to succeed. I have often told people about Carolyn and what a special person she was. I am lucky to have known her and to have had her in my life! Thank you Carolyn! You were one in a million!
Lucia Grochowska Littlefiled
March 21, 2023
Carolyn, You were on my mind this past weekend. I now know why. You were saying farewell. Thank you for all the memories we've shared at Sargent and of course ... I will never forget the flowers, your shoes, or the salami at Hull. All my sympathy to the family and friends of Carolyn. Lucia
Bronwen (Parry) Pritchard
March 21, 2023
Carolyn was a fixture at every alumnae event throughout the years; Her laugh and sense of humor will long be remembered, Bronwen (Parry) Sargent '66
Judith K Baker
March 21, 2023
Carolyn was a pioneer in women's athletics as a coach and athletic director. Those of us coaches who worked with and for her will always remember her dedication and work ethic. Judith Baker, Coach, Girls Basketball at Madison Park Tech/Voc HS.
Judie and Marty Packer
March 21, 2023
We knew Carolyn for many years.I was a neighbor of hers in Dorchester and my sister was one of her best friends from her childhood days.We would see her on Thanksgiving at my sister's house.The outpouring of love and respect is wonderful to see.Rest in peace,Carolyn.Judie and Marty Packer
Richard Balzarini
March 21, 2023
Got to know Carolyn when we taught at West Roxbury High School. She will be missed.
Susan Effgen
March 21, 2023
What a life! Her contributions to Sargent are too numerous to list, she will be missed.
Susan (Gburczyk) Effgen, SAR 71
Toby
March 21, 2023
I remember Carolyn so well. I first met her when I was practice teaching at the middle school she was attending. We had long talks and she loved what I was teaching. She wanted to go to Sargent College! I had already graduated but we were friends. We went one day with her down the cape to visit the gym teacher she had (Mrs. Parker). Long time ago. We worked together for alumni reunions. She will be missed.
Toby (Cole) Kadish-Sherman (Sargent 1961)
Kirsten Lundeen
March 21, 2023
I had the pleasure to know Carolyn for nearly 20 years through her dedication to Boston University. She had an unwavering commitment for and positive impact on generations of students at BU, steadfast in her ability to coach and mentor excellence from everyone, from Sargent College to the Graduate Women's Scholarship to BU student-athletes and even fellow volunteers in the alumni councils on which she served.
I will personally miss her energy and presence on campus regularly. Rest in peace, my friend.
Harriet katz
March 21, 2023
Carolyn was a great friend for over Sixty years. We shared great times thru teenage years, thru Sargent college days and alumni events..We will miss her terribly.
Joan Drevins
March 21, 2023
I knew Carolyn for many years, as I served on the alumni board with her. Carolyn had an energetic personality, and that energy was
contagious. She personified, loved and lived BU.I am saddened by her loss, and will miss her.
Joan Drevins, Sargent `75
Janet
March 21, 2023
She was my softball coach in the early 80´s at West Roxbury High. We were like the bad news bears, but she always pushed us to be better and she never lost faith. RIP coach.
Richard McLaughlin
March 21, 2023
Carolyn Cohen was a great educator but even a better person. May she rest in peace.
Rich McLaughlin Roslindale High 1966
Lois Siegelman
March 20, 2023
Carolyn was Sargent College personified. She was an awesome individual whose passing left a hole in the world. BU Sargent `67 and `71
Jereen Mackesy
March 20, 2023
As a student at Sargent College, Carolyn was an enthusiastic mentor and supporter. Always full of sunshine, positive energy and great ideas. Always bringing people together! All the students were her children and her dedication, along with Dean McKechnie was unmatched. We wont see the likes of her again and her legacy lives on through all those whose life she touched and through Sargent College/Boston University. May God bless her eternal soul.
Sandra Vozzella
March 20, 2023
REST IN PEACE MISS COHEN,.
MEMORIES, FROM ROSLINDALE HIGH 1975.
Sharon Ryan
March 20, 2023
Carolyn was someone who was gracious and full of life. I always enjoyed seeing her at BU events and sharing stories . She was a person with tremendous spirit and great zest for life. Rest In Peace. Sharon Ryan Sargent 1970
Sandra Vozzella
March 20, 2023
Rest in Peace , MISS COHEN
Always remember our days at Roslindale high ... 75
Ferne Hayes, Sargent Class of 1966
March 20, 2023
"Cackie" Cohen was the epitome of Sargent Spirit not only during those fantastic McKechnie days but throughout her lifetime.
My sincere condolences to her family and all who have been close to her.
Heather NIcholson
March 20, 2023
Carolyn attended our annual Rose Banquet every year. I wondered if her message would resonate as our generations moved along...she as a human and her spoken word always did. She welcomed each group of first-year students with warmth, humor and kindness. She is someone that the students and I will always remember with a smile. We will miss her. My thoughts to her family, friends and community.
Jim Cohen
March 20, 2023
Carolyn was a kind person who was dedicated to her career. You were a very supportive person who loved her family and friends. I will miss.
Cheryl
March 20, 2023
My condolences to the family. I remember her from athletics in BPS.
Donna Sylvester
March 20, 2023
Wonderful teacher and coach to cheer leaders at Rossi "65" and "66" loved seeing her in recent years at reunions. Hard to be leave that I. High school she was not that much older than us yet so wise
Irving
March 20, 2023
All my condolences to family
Michelle Palmer
March 20, 2023
Ms Cohen was my gym teacher at Roslindale High. My she rest in paradise
John Barrows
March 20, 2023
With wonderful memories of you, may you rest in peace.
Blessings to your family and dear friends.
Elaine and John Barrows
Doreen Waishek
March 19, 2023
Carolyn was one of a kind. She was my gym teacher for three years at Roslindale High and I had the pleasure of working with her at West Roxbury High. Caroline had high expectations for all of her students and it wasn´t until I became a teacher that I fully understood why she was so tough on so many of us. After I retired, I would bump into her occasionally on Center Street while she was walking her greyhounds and we would discuss our dogs. Carolyn´s heart was as big as the universe and she will be missed.
Rest in Eternal Peace.
Bridget A. Kaskeski
March 19, 2023
Coach, mentor, teacher, friend. A wonderful woman and I will miss her. God Bless you Carolyn until we meet again.
Donna (Iarrobino) Donnellan
March 19, 2023
To The family and friends of Miss Cohen,
On behalf of West Roxbury High, Class of 1978, we offer our deepest condolences on the loss of Miss Cohen. She touched the lives of so many students through the years, and she leaves behind a legacy.
On a personal note, she was an excellent gym teacher, and was a kind and personable person. Qualities we looked for in a teacher.
Rest in peace Miss Cohen. We will miss seeing you at reunions.
Pierre LaFontaine
March 19, 2023
Rest in peace Ms. Cohen. You were my health teacher. You were very unforgettable and you were a huge presence in school.
God bless and Sleep well.
Pierre LaFontaine
West Roxbury High class of `88.
Jane Kelly
March 19, 2023
Carolyn was the most amazing neighbor to me and my family for six years while we lived on Corey Street. Her kindness went above and beyond. She would leave treats in the mailbox for my kids, bring Sneakers by for surprise visits, invite me (a tired mother) over for tea or stop in to chat when she suspected I needed adult conversation. She was wonderful to chat with as she had the best stories. We moved away from Corey Street two years ago, and we missed having her as a neighbor tremendously. She will now be missed even more. We are forever grateful to have known her.
Joseph Alioto
March 19, 2023
Carolyn will surely be missed by all whose lives she touched.
Marsha Lampert
March 19, 2023
Carolyn was a warrior and a loyal friend. She will be missed.
Pat Halvorson
March 19, 2023
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Pat Halvorson
Class of 1972
Roslindale High School
Susan McFarland
March 19, 2023
Miss Cohen was an excellent teacher. She was an inspiration to me. May she rest in peace.
William Holmes
March 19, 2023
Ms Cohen was an excellent teacher and coach. She was actually a mentor and gave amazing advice to students, like me, who needed her advice. I will miss her, RIP Miss Cohen
Steven M Greenberg
March 19, 2023
May her memory be for a blessing. I will miss her visits to T Street.
Love you cousin
Karen MacIsaac
March 18, 2023
Carolyn was such a great person. She stayed involved in her students lives and careers. She was so generous offering her house for meetings. She was involved with so many people over the years. She was my coach and teacher in high school. She will be missed by so many. RIP Carolyn
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