David Paul Cohen

David Paul Cohen obituary, Arlington Heights, IL

David Paul Cohen

David Cohen Obituary

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David Paul Cohen, 82. Beloved husband for 56 years to Sheryl, nee Greenberg; devoted father of Ron (Shara) Cohen, Aaron (Natalie) Cohen, and Robyn (Josh) Shapiro; proud grandfather of Justin Cohen, Ethan Cohen, Arielle Shapiro, Jordan Cohen, Addison Shapiro, Tessa Cohen, and Andrew Cohen; loving brother of the late Michael Cohen; dear son of the late Francis and Irwin Cohen; cherished close friend of many. Teaching was Dave's job and passion – he was a dedicated Special Education teacher in the Chicago Public Schools for decades. He loved to travel, play cards, and root for the Cubs. Above all, he treasured his family. He will be deeply missed by all whose lives he touched. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Hillel International, www.hillel.org. Chapel service Sunday, November 3, 11 AM at Shalom Memorial Funeral Home, 1700 W. Rand Rd, Arlington Heights. Interment to follow at Shalom Memorial Park. For a link to view the service and to leave condolences: www.shalommemorial.org, 847-255-3520.

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Shalom Memorial Funeral Home - Arlington Heights

1700 W. Rand Road, Arlington Heights, IL 60004-9607

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Richard Leipsiger

November 3, 2024

One of my earliest memories of Dave is a card game in his parents apartment and the fun 14-15 year old kids can have and be with friends. So sad for all.
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Rich Bodenheimer

November 3, 2024

He loved the cubs. We lived down the hall from him at Rivershire and he would light up when I mentioned the Cubs.

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