Obituary of Shirley Cohen
Albany - Shirley Cohen
Shirley Cohen of Albany, New York formerly from Providence, RI and Boston, MA died peacefully Friday, February 14th at age 93.
She was the daughter of Abraham and Tillie Goldenberg. Shirley is survived by her children Mitchell (Susan) Cohen, Michele Cohen and Helena(David) Tobin and her grandchildren Aaron Cohen, Alyssa Cohen, Emily Cohen, Gabrielle Tobin and Tara Tobin.
We owe our deepest gratitude to Rabbi Paul Silton for going above and beyond and for his devotion and friendship.
We would also like to express our appreciation to Mom’s caregivers who were dedicated to keeping Mom safe and comfortable.
Helena and Michele will be sitting shiva at Shirley’s home. Callers are welcome Monday and Tuesday between the hours of 2:30-5:00pm and 6:30-8:30pm. Minyan will be held at 7:00pm.
Mitchell will be sitting shiva at his home in Glenmont. Callers are welcome Monday and Tuesday 12:00pm-5:00pm Wednesday and Thursday 12:00pm to 8:00pm and Friday 12:00pm-3:00pm. Minyan will be held Wednesday and Thursday at 7:00pm.
In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Regional Food Bank, 965 Albany Shaker Rd, Latham, NY 12110.
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