Richard Coen Obituary


Coen, Richard A. age 85, passed away June 8, 2010. He is survived by his cherished wife of 58 years, Caroline (nee La Pine), his loving children, Nancy (James) Whitting, Judith (Donald) Bitzer & James Coen (Pamela Olchawa), his adoring grandchildren, Laura Kate & Connor Whitting, Libby & Emily Bitzer and Ashley Coen, his sister, Joyce Mayer Madorin of Scottsdale, AZ, fond nieces, nephews, and extended family and many, many friends. Services for the family have been held. We will celebrate his life on Sunday, July 18, 5pm at Idlewild Country Club in Flossmoor, IL. Please respond to 708-798-0514, ext 10. Donations to Friedman Place (formerly Kagan Home for the Blind), 5525 N. Maplewood Avenue, Chicago, IL 60625 or to Temple Anshe Sholom, 20820 Western Avenue, Olympia Fields, IL 60461 would be appreciated. Cremation Society of Illinois handling arrangements. For info 1-800-622-8358.

Published by Chicago Sun-Times from Jun. 14 to Jun. 15, 2010.
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Caroline and Family-

Our deepest sympathy to you and the entire family. Dick will be missed by so many. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.

All Our Love,

Nancy and Mike Faber

June 14, 2010

Dick was a wonderful person; gentle, intelligent, ethical, loyal, and wise. I got to know him first as a vendor, later a friend. He helped my father get his business started in the 1960's, something for which we continue to be grateful today. We will miss him. Blessings to Dick and the rest of the family.

Steve Whitney, Whitney Products, Inc.

Steve Whitney

June 14, 2010

Richard was a true gentleman in every aspect of his life. I will miss him more than words can say. RIP Dick.

Jim Whitting

June 14, 2010

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