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Michael Cohen Obituary

Cohen, Michael Allen Age 75, of Indio, CA, was born on May 10, 1939 in Chicago, IL to the late Joseph and Lillian (Greenspan) Cohen, passed away on May 13, 2014. Beloved husband of Sheila (nee Kalish) for 52 years; loving father of Paul (Stephanie) and Scot (Kathy) Cohen; cherished grandfather of Lukas, Alexa and Ava Cohen; loving brother to Barbara (Michael) Levey and fond uncle and great-uncle to Heath Levey, Matthew and Erik Levy, Joey Zinsky and Jenna and Katie Levy; and best friend to his dog "Buddy". Our family lost a great prideful warrior. A man who had a passion for his accomplishments in life. He was an honorable United States Marine, Chicago Firefighter and Political Consultant. Services are private. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Cancer Society. For info: LLoyd Mandel Levayah Funerals 847-679-3939.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on May 18, 2014.

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Linda Koch

June 2, 2014

Sheila, I just heard today about Mike's passing. I am very sorry for your loss. While I hadn't talked with him in quite sometime, he was always remembered for his political work on behalf of the Illinois Bankers Association. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.

May 23, 2014

Sheila,
Steve and I were shocked and saddened by Michael's passing.
Lois & Steve Solot

May 19, 2014

Sheila & Family, our hearts are breaking for you. Michael was a strong, knowledgeable man who did his research. He proved to be a leader at SCSH's. We will miss him. Know we are thinking of you Sheila and that you have many friends. We love you.
Barbara & Bryan Kane,
Prince George, B.C. Canada.
SCSH, Indio, California

IDE Cohen

May 19, 2014

Shocked and saddened by your loss. May Michael rest in peace.
IDE Cohen

Jim Kehoe

May 18, 2014

Sheila

Pat and I are so sorry to hear of Mike's passing. We had a great time together on SS1. He was a superb firefighter and a real gentleman. You are in our prayers.

Jim & Pat Kehoe

Pat McCann

May 18, 2014

Sheila, Paul and Scot, I am so sorry to hear of Mike's passing. Janet and I could not have had better neighbors and friends. We will keep you all in our thoughts and wish you peace in abundance. God bless you.

May 18, 2014

Dear Sheila, Paul and Scot,
I had the pleasure of working with your Husband/Dad at the Chicago Fire Fighters Union, Local 2. I truly admired him as a labor leader and a friend. He had been in my thoughts and prayers. So sorry for your loss. Words can't express how sorrowful I am. The love an passion he had for his family and work made him an inspiration to others. Mike Cohen was a well respected man. God bless his beautiful family during this difficult time. Tugi

Alan Blum

May 17, 2014

Scot,our thoughts and prayers to you and your family

May 17, 2014

Mike not only was a good firefighter but also a great lobbyist for the Chicago Firefighters Union. He will fondly be remembered for everything he accomplished in Springfield for the Chicago firefighers. Union Buddy, Will Danaher

Perry DiGirolamo/La Bonne Vie

May 16, 2014

Scot, condolences to you and your family....

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