Donald Lewis Cohen

Donald Lewis Cohen

Donald Cohen Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers from Apr. 13 to Apr. 15, 2023.
Dr. Donald Lewis Cohen, 89, died Wednesday March 29, 2023 while on his dream world cruise. He was born September 10, 1933 in Rochester, New York to Bernhardt and Lena Cohen.

He graduated from the University of Buffalo with a degree in medicine and the University of Rochester with a degree in chemistry. He is predeceased by his loving wife Carol Smith Cohen to whom he was married for 61 years. He is survived by his children, Joanne Cohen, Dr. Debbie Abram (Dr. Harry), Stephen Cohen (Ellen) and 7 grandchildren. Emily, Libby, Rachael (Cameron), Katie (Mitch), Ben (Heather), Ra and Andy. He met his great granddaughter Emerson before he left on his latest adventure. His greatest joys included traveling, learning and spending time with his family. Dr. Cohen was well respected in the field of pathology and worked at Sharon Regional Hospital for his entire career.

A service will be held on Sunday, April 16 at 10:30 AM at Congregation Ahavath Chesed (The Temple), 8727 San Jose Blvd. The family requests that contributions in Don's memory be made to the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at the University of North Florida or Doctors Without Borders, USA Inc.

Arrangements under the care and direction of HARDAGE-GIDDENS GREENLAWN FUNERAL HOME 4300 Beach Blvd. Jacksonville, FL 32207 (904) 396-2522.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.GreenlawnJacksonville.com for the Cohen family.

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Charlie Bieber

April 16, 2023

Dr. and Mrs. Cohen came to visit me in Bangkok while they were traveling through, along with the Bolatins. First night, we went out for authentic Thai food, which we took boat to arrive at the restaurant. The next night, Dr. Cohen chose the restaurant and we ate really delicious French food. It was a good time to share stories of our home in Sharon plus traveler“s tips and adventures. They were wonderful people who also welcomed us into their home as we grew up. Charlie Bieber

Nancy King

April 12, 2023

Uncle Don was a wonderful person, dedicated husband and loving father. He will be missed by all who knew him.

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