Gary Norman Cohen
Gary Norman Cohen, age 67, Roswell, born July 19, 1957, and died October 19, 2024.
Gary loved his family first and foremost and was adored by his wife and children. He obtained his undergraduate degree in three years from the University of Michigan, went on to obtain a Juris Doctor (JD) from the University at Buffalo, and received an MBA from Northwestern University. Gary was a brilliant man who spent his entire career with Ernst & Young (EY) where he was the Quality and Risk Management Leader of EY’s Global and Americas Personal Tax Service and the Chair of the Editorial Board of the EY Tax Guide.
He was a passionate model railroader and had a collection of model cars, planes, and ships. He was a student of history and archaeology, an avid reader, and cared deeply about current events and politics. He was also a very funny, witty guy. He loved TV and movies, particularly Star Trek, and was thrilled to see his Michigan Wolverines win the National Championship last year (Go Blue!).
Survivors include his loving wife of 40 years, Dana Lisook Cohen; son, Jonathan David Cohen; daughter, Melanie Sara Cohen; sister and brother-in-law Michelle and Kevin Weiner; mother, Annette Cohen. He was preceded in death by his father, Henry Cohen, of blessed memory; parents in-law Ruth and Alan Lisook, of blessed memory.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Chai Lifeline (chailifeline.org) or the Make-a-Wish Foundation (https://wish.org/georgia). A graveside service will be held Tuesday, October 22, 2024 at 3:00 PM at Arlington Memorial Park with Rabbi Alexandria Shuval–Weiner officiating.
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Marc Wasserman
Gary was my cousin who grew up the next block over. As time went by we grew apart. I was more into sports and Gary was into as much education he can get. We drifted back as our families grew. Gary never had a bad thing to say about anyone. Just an all around good guy. The last I spoke to him, he is on his death bed and has his wife call me because he was worried about our house in Florida and Milton the hurricane. Unbelievable that he was thinking about me when he had soo much to worry about himselfMartha Fallon (Dieter)
So incredibly sorry to see this. Gary's smile lit up the room. I fondly remember him, and the wonderful times we shared among friends. Never will they and he be forgotten.
Cynthia Burks (Olson)
I was so saddened to read about Gary's passing. I recall fondly his willingness to help...even taking notes (on carbon paper!) for classes I was going to miss. Remember his hilarious impersonations of Nixon? We saw each other at the 35th and picked up just as if decades hadn't passed...sharing about our families. He was a man of integrity who is gone too soon.
Chuck Coburn
I was also saddened to learn of Gary's passing. I sat next to him in homeroom (Coburn / Cohen) for 4 years, always so positive and brightened the room with his wit. He will be missed, but he lives on in our menories. We will miss him this summer at our IHS reunion. Chuck (sorry this note is late).
Bob Kling
I am so sorry to see this news as I catch up on the website. Gary was a good friend and his humor was contagious and always welcome! I remember lunch-table time and investment club meetings. I am not surprised to hear of his educational, professional and personal success, and I am sure the world will miss him after such an early departure.
Mike Butler
I'm so sorry to learn of Gary's passing. He was a great guy, engaging, funny and very social. I remember his very funny imiations of Nixon and other characters at high school parties, participating together in study groups (particularly for American History AP), and being part of an investment group several of us formed (W.I.S.H.).
Alla Feldman (Levi)
I was so sad to hear of Gary's passing. We had several classes together and I remember all the lunches we shared at IHS. Gary had such a great sense of humor and his impersonation of Nixon was right-on. I attended parties with Gary and many of our mutual friends. I will miss his wit, warmth and humor. May his memory be for a blessing.