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Joyce Cohen Obituary

Joyce Cohen
Joyce Cohen, 73, of Allentown, Pa., and formerly of Bethlehem, passed away Thursday, July 5, 2007 in the VNA Hospice of St. Lukes, Lower Saucon Township. Born in Passaic, N.J., she was the daughter of the late Sam and Sunna (Mark) Cohen. She graduated from Kutztown University with a masters degree in education. Joyce was a kindergarten teacher for the Easton Area School District for 25 years retiring in 1998. She was a member of Congregation Brith Sholom, Bethlehem. She also was a member of the Friendship Circle of the Jewish Community Center and member of Hadassah. Joyce found joy in all of her grandchildren. Survivors: Daughters, Sandy Newman of Allentown, Cindy Collier and her husband, Pat, of Indianapolis, Ind.; son, Gary Cohen and his wife, Cara, of Audubon, N.J.; daughter, Sherry Truitt and her husband, Bob, of Collingswood, N.J.; Grandchildren, Jessica, Bryan, Kayla, Brody and Daniel. Joyce was preceded in death by a brother, Alan Cohen. Services: 11 a.m. Sunday in Congregation Brith Sholom Synagogue, 1190 W. Macada Road, Bethlehem. Arrangements entrusted to Long Funeral Home, Bethlehem. Online condolences may be made at: www.longfuneralhome.com. Contributions: Friendship Circle of the Jewish Community Center, 702 N. 22nd St., Allentown, PA and/or Congregation Brith Sholom, 18017.

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Published by Morning Call on Jul. 7, 2007.

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Christine Newberry

July 16, 2007

I was sorry to learn of Joyce's passing. She was only at Country Meadows a short time but, she made many friends in that time. She was a wonderful lady-pleasant, friendly, and happy. She will be missed by staff and residents alike. I will keep your family in my prayers.

Susan Futerfas

July 16, 2007

Dear Sandy, Jessica and Bryan,

We were so sorry to hear about your mom and grandmother. Our thoughts are with all of you.

Susie Futerfas

jess smith

July 12, 2007

sandy & family: we are so sorry to hear about your loss! you are in our prayers and thoughts! sincerely< jess & mike smith

Gloria Lowy

July 10, 2007

Dear Sandy, Jessica and Bryan,

Please accept my sympathies on the loss of your beloved mother and grandmother.

donna torres

July 7, 2007

Dear Sandy, Jessica,and Bryan,

We are so sorry for your loss of mom and grandmom. She was and will always be a great woman. Please know that you are always in our prayers and thoughts- this day and everyday.

Prayers, Sympathy, and our love

Donna, Jim, Jessie, and Megan

Norma & Joe Bauer

July 7, 2007

Sandy, Jessica & Bryan,

Our sincere condolences on the loss of your beloved mother and grandmother. It was a privilege to know her and she will be missed by many. Our Prayers are with you.

Jenn and Jim Baran

July 7, 2007

Dear Sandy,Jessica, and Bryan,
It's been a long time. Jim and I are so sorry to hear of your mom/grandmother's passing. She was truly a loving woman. I remember her well. Our thoughts are with you, as well as your family.
With love,
Jenn and Jim Baran

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