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Judith Cohen Obituary

Judith and Elliott Cohen

Judith and Elliott Cohen died, within seconds of each other, on July 29, 2020 at Piedmont Hospital. They lived extraordinary lives. Married for more than 59 years, their love for one another made an indelible impression on everyone who knew them. Originally from Chicago, they moved to Atlanta in 1972 without knowing anyone but with hopes of building a beautiful and meaningful life for themselves and their children. And did they ever.

Elliott was an incredible husband and father who was one of the founding partners of the law firm now known as Cohen Pollock Merlin Turner. Elliott summed up his philosophy of life in a letter he wrote to the Firm's attorneys in 1999. He said, "When we formed many years ago, it was my intention to create a firm which would lack pomposity and arrogance, which would be devoid of internal politics and which, at the same time, would render high quality, innovative services on a responsive basis with continuing concern for our clients' well-being. Additionally, it was my hope that those associated with the Firm would put back into the community, through civic or charitable pursuits, some of the success which would, hopefully, accrue to us. Perhaps the concept was utopian; nevertheless, over the course of these past years, it proved valid, and the Firm has prospered." He embodied and embraced these values with incredible zest, as a leader, a mentor, and a teacher to the many who found themselves within his sphere. Above all Elliott was a true gentleman and a genuine mensch. For many years he served as a Director on many nonprofit Boards including the twenty years he proudly served with unreserved love and dedication to The American Joint Distribution Committee.

Judith was a devoted wife and mother driven by her deep desire to help others. It was her clear and early understanding of the challenge and opportunity to help Soviet Jewry that first led to her involvement with Jewish Family & Career Services. While she served as Director on almost every Jewish nonprofit Board over the years, her passion was JF&CS. Judith's tenacity, commitment, compassion, concern, and ability were formidable. She was proud to serve JF&CS as President and remained active with the organization throughout her life. Judith's hard work, sacrifice and outstanding leadership changed the lives of thousands of people, many of whom she never met. She was pure goodness, plain and simple.

Judith and Elliott shared a legendary love story. While they faced many challenges in life, they always found comfort in each other. They shared an insatiable desire to explore the world and loved to travel with close friends and family. They enjoyed an active and vibrant life both in Atlanta and Palm Springs. They had tickets to everything - concerts, plays, lectures, and movies. Every night was an adventure to be shared with close friends. They were witty, funny, warm, compassionate, and lived life to the fullest. They died as they lived, together and holding hands.

Their unexpected loss leaves a void in the hearts of all who knew them, none more than their devoted daughter Jill Cohen (Nina Spiegel), daughter-in-law, Susan Sikora Cohen, grandchildren Jordan (Kate), Dionysus, and Ashley Cohen, great-granddaughter Luna Cohen. Judith is also survived by her brother Richard (Sara) Mesirow.

Donations may be made to the Judith and Elliott Cohen Fund at Jewish Family & Career Services, The American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee, or Congregation Or Hadash.

Due to COVID-19, the funeral is limited to immediate family only and will take place at 12:00pm, Sunday, August 2nd. The funeral will be live streamed on Zoom. For the link and Shiva details, visit https://dresslerjewishfunerals.com/guestbook-details/?funeralID=1077 or call 770-451-4999.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Desert Sun from Jul. 31 to Aug. 1, 2020.

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Lisa Dempton

August 4, 2020

Such a wonderful couple! I so enjoyed every time they were into visit me at my gallery. Such wonderful patrons of the arts. I am so happy I was able to see them and visit with them in February. My prayers and deepest condolences to the family. I will miss Judith and Elliott very much

Garry Rainey

August 4, 2020

Jill-
I’ve been thinking of you.
Hope you are doing ok during this time of loss.
Love and peace to you.
❤❤ ❤
Garry

Jeanette Sadler

August 1, 2020

Jill, My thoughts and prayers to you and Nina. I’m with you my friend every step.

Joey Douglad

August 1, 2020

We wish you peace and love. I am so sorry I cannot be there with you. But my heart and spirit are there.

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