Dear Jeannie, I just learned of David’s passing last week. I’m so sorry that he is gone, and so very sorry for your loss. Despite all the years that have passed, I’ve always felt our friendship to be just as alive and warm as when we’d see one another in person. It’s no surprise to see how much David’s coworkers and patients loved him: he was so genuine, and radiated such love and mirth and liveliness. I lost my own dear husband five years ago and know you must miss David keenly every day. Deepest condolences to you, Sandy and Maggie. May his memory be a blessing.
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I went to HS with David in Highland Park NJ. Incredibly smart and talented: sang, acted, played in the band, aced every class and a nice person. Years later a bunch of us had a mini reunion to see a Broadway show written by one of our classmates He was kind and focused on others. Heading thoughts to the family as you cope with this loss.
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I was so sorry to hear only yesterday about David's passing. He and Jeannie were neighbors in Washington Park. Even though they were away more than they were home our interactions were always interesting. David was such a bright light. We often chatted as I walked by their house and David always made my laugh or had something interesting to say. We shared a passion for progressive politics. He will be missed.
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I was so saddened to hear of Dr. Cohen's passing. He was my husband's Neurologist at the VA. He was so kind and took the time to listen to us. He was a beacon of light in a dark time for us. I am so thankful for his life and dedication to his work. My deepest condolences to his family. Love and light to you all.
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David and I were classmates in college and shared common interests in music, psychology, and more. It was hard to stay in close touch since we were on opposite sides of the country, but we had a lovely time reconnecting recently at the 45th reunion. I always cherished his warm and engaging spirit, his curiosity, his musical gifts, and his commitment to be of service in the world. The memorial was lovely and it was great to hear from friends and family who I never had a chance to meet, in addition to old friends from college. I will miss him. My deep condolences to to those he loved and who loved him.
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Though a brief connection, a big impact. Condolences to his wonderful family.
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David was a great roommate and lifelong friend. So happy to have convinced him to attend his 45th reunion last summer and to spend most of it with him; my wife, Yvonne, LOVED David. I remember well his teaching me guitar sophomore year in Leverett E-11 and singing Leaves that are Green ("I was 21 years when I wrote this song. I'm 22 now but I won't be for long. Time hurries on....") which we sang right before and after each of our 22nd birthdays (three weeks apart). Time has hurried on....
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1977, Cape Cod, Massachusetts, USA
Harvard Roommates David, Davis, Joe, Brian (David, Joe, Brian were singing waiters)
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David was a friend from college whom I hadn't seen in many years. Nonetheless, his personality jumps off the page in these photos which are a wonderful reminder of his spirit. Stu and I send our condolences and sympathy to Jeannie and the family.
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Dr.Cohen was a wonderful doctor to work with at the Kernersville VA. He genuinely wanted to get to know you as a person. He asked about you, your family, your kids....etc. He treated everyone he met this way. We enjoyed many lunches together and I will forever hold those memories close to my heart. He was a joy to be around. Every day during lunch a group of us played "Wordle" together with Dr.Cohen - he was determined to get the word right in 4 tries or less. In good ole Dr.Cohen fashion he had a technique and a way to play Wordle. You had to play his way! LOL. Then he would read how they analyzed our word choices.
When Dr.Cohen was transferring from the Kernersville VA to the Asheville VA he called each nurse he worked with on the telephone and told us individually. He was so thoughtful and caring not only to his co-workers but to his patients as well. I remember how sad I was to not be working with him anymore. But we all just thought well we will see him again for a dinner or another get together in the future.
My heart aches at his passing. I know the loss is much greater for his family. He loved his family and being a grandfather. I will be praying for you all.
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He helped brighten my life at a time when I was struggling with something I knew very little about. May your memories of him continue to brighten your lives and bring solace to you through this difficult time!
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Ever since I started working for the VA, I had wanted to speak to him but never found the time. When he moved to Asheville, I gave up considering contacting him urgently thinking I would always be able to do it at a later date.
The weird thing is that I wanted to contact him because I thought I knew him from previously; the tragedy is that I learned that I DID know him from reading his obituary. I was not only a recent colleague but also a former patient in another lifetime! I was referred to him when he was part of the same group practice that my primary provider was in when I lived in metro Atlanta. David was so kind to me that I followed him when he left that practice to form his own, Adult Neurology of Northern Atlanta. It was a long drive from Stone Mountain to Norcross, but I would do it monthly because he was so kind, patient, and willing to work with me. He did so for 15 years before I moved from the area. How ironic that we ended up working in the same place for a short time; I have to trust that the Lord knew what he was doing in not pushing me to make that contact that I so now regret not making!
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Sending sincere condolences to the Cohen Family. Praying for your strength and encouragement during this difficult time.
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My deepest sympathy to Dr. Cohens family. What a wonderful, brilliant and kind man. He will be missed greatly here at the VA in Kernersville. May the beautiful memories that you have created, give you strength and peace through this very difficult time. Jayrenne Forbes, RN
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