Erwin S. Cohen

Erwin S. Cohen

Erwin Cohen Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Epstein Memorial Chapel - Columbus on Nov. 4, 2024.
Erwin S. Cohen, age 96, passed away on July 31, 2024. Preceded in death by his wife, Annette; brothers, Norman, Milton, Arthur, Seymour and Morton Cohen; sisters, Gloria Wimer, Gladys Herwald and Helen Carroll. He is survived by his son, Howard (Jodi) Cohen; daughter, Susan (Matthew) Ungar; brother, Donald Cohen; grandchildren, Lindsay (Kenny) Acker, Carly (Aaron) Blynn, Nick Ungar and Brandon (Lindsey) Cohen; great grandchildren, Collins, Tyler and Jemma; many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM on Sunday, August 4, 2024 at Epstein Memorial Chapel, 3232 E. Main St. Interment will follow at New Tifereth Israel Cemetery. Shiva will be observed at the home of Howard and Jodi Cohen on Sunday from 5-8 PM, Monday and Tuesday from 7-9 PM. For address please call 614-235-3233. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Erwin's memory may be made to The Norman S. Cohen Fund c/o Congregation Tifereth Israel. 1354 E. Broad St. Columbus, OH 43205 or a charity of donor's choice.

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