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Frederick Cohen Obituary
Dr. Frederick R. Cohen passed away in his sleep the morning of January 16, 2022 at the age of 76. Beloved son, husband, and father, Dr. Cohen received his Ph.D. in 1972 from The University of Chicago and proceeded to revolutionize the world of algebraic topology both through his own groundbreaking research and through immeasurable influence on his extensive network of collaborators and mentees.
In addition to being a world-renowned mathematician, Fred will be remembered for the courage, kindness, warmth, passion, and love he displayed to those around him on a daily basis.
He is survived by his devoted wife Kathleen Whalen, loving daughters Helen and Sarah as well as their husbands David Mann and Chris Kvoriak, and his aunt Grace Ilchuk.He was universally loved and will be universally missed. In lieu of flowers please consider a donation to the Superficial Siderosis Research Alliance, the Genetic and Rare Diseases Information Center, or the Jewish Home of Rochester.
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Niko
March 27, 2022
I only knew Fred through his work, but I found it to be beautiful. I know he is in a better place, and I hope to apply it to medical research to make the world a better place.
Patrick Papadopulos
January 20, 2022
I'm very sorry for your loss. I will always remember fondly the time that I spent interacting with Fred, his kind nature, and humor.
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