Ray Cohen Obituary

Remembering my cousin Ray today and every day especially during this time when the Chicago White Sox are at the ballpark. The lovely days of summer when Ray enjoyed the games with his sweet children and grandchildren. Miss you cousin.

I was just thinking of you my sweet cousin. Love being in touch with your beautiful family. Still hard to believe that you are shining your light somewhere else.

As I see my cousin Rays family grow and prosper I find myself thinking of him often. They are all happy and fulfilled. I miss my cousin. Blessings on his family. Much love, your favorite and (only) girl cousin, Nancy

So… My son asks me if I have ever done any political work and I told him, yes, indeed. I worked for a man that I admired back in the early 70s, hoping to have him elected alderman. So I retreated to my attic to find my only political file which contained news clips, campaign literature and instructions to those who did canvassing.
And lo and behold, I found the campaign song that I wrote for Ray, "Never Canvass on a Friday Night." I decided that maybe Ray would like to have a copy and I went looking for him. I was not expecting to find this. I know that at my age I should be looking at the obituaries. I can't remember seeing this though.
Ray was principled, magnanimous, and among the brightest people I had come across in my youth. My condolences to the family, though they be belated.

your book 'how to make it on the land' my wife found in small town thrift store,came to me in perfect time. I will share it with the www thank you an r.i.p. we need/needed more people like you

I just found out about Ray's passing. He was an honest and professional person. Hard to find in this era. And he loved the movies. He will be missed.

I knew Ray professionally, and all I can say is that he was head and shoulders above his peers. He will be missed.

Marilyn, Laura, Sheryl, Melanie and Family
So very saddened to hear about your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Ray was one of the first loan officers I met in my new position at Prospect. He was warm, engaging, and immediately made me feel welcomed. He will be missed. My sympathies to his family and friends.
Doug Long

Marilyn and Family
So sorry to hear of Ray's passing. You two were special people to me during my years in Chicago. Please know I am thinking of you.
Molly Waldman

Dear Marilyn and family,
I can't believe my dear friend Charlotte's first born is gone. I was shocked to receive Larry's call this morning. Ray was a very good friend to the Leavitt family and ARny and I will certainly feel his absence. Sandi

Thanks to both of you for the dedication of your friendship with my Parents.

Marilyn and girls - so very, very sorry to hear about Ray. Always such a pleasure to talk with him at Larry & Adrienne's. Always kind, always upbeat. He will be missed.
Bonnie (Moskovitz) Belskis

Marilyn and family,
I was sorry to learn of your husband's death. I did not know Ray, but from what I am reading he was a great man. You should have no more sorrow.
Your cousin, Sharlene Zelickman(Polin)

Marylin, thinking of you and your beautiful family I adored Ray and he truly will be missed. Sincere condolences, love Stacey Faul and family.

Marilyn condolences from Pittsburgh. I always think of the good times we all had together. Sorry for your family's loss.

Berta and I speak often of our fun summer dinners in Greek Town on the roof with Ray and Marilyn. Our thoughts , prayers and condolences to the entire family.

Marilyn, I am sorry for your loss. I will miss Ray as a respected and always helpful friend. If needed, please call me.

My condolences from my part to Marilyn, Laura, Sheryl & Melanie, It was a pleasure to work for him @ Revere Mortgae & he taught me a lot that I will remember for the longest.

Rafael Roman Jr. & Family

I remember campaigning for Ray for alderman 40 years ago. He was a man a principle and compassion.

I am sorry for your loss.

I am so sorry to hear about Ray. Every time I saw him at shul he had a huge smile on his face and made everyone around him feel happy.

I am so sorry. He was a sweet man and I have so many cute memories of him from when Melanie and I were little.

We will all miss Ray. What a great man, father, grandfather, Democrat, Sox fan, and a friend I will never forget.

Marilyn,
We offer our condolences on Ray's passing. As a fellow Sox fan Ray was a great guy who always lighted up the room. He will be missed by many.

Our heartfelt sympathies for your irreplaceable loss. Susan and Michael Berman

Heartfelt sympathies to the family on their irreplaceable loss. Susan and Michael Berman.

My smart, loving and generous first cousin. I am so sad to lose you. With sympathy, Nancy

We know how much he was loved by his family and how much he loved all of you. He always had a smile and a warmth to him that will always be rembered. He beamed with pride over his family. Our deepest condolences. Love, the Kleinman Family & Vicki Siegel

Dear Aunt Marilyn,
I am deeply saddened by the passing of Uncle Ray. I will always admire Uncle Ray for the full and satisfying live he lived both professionally and socially. He seemed to enjoy life to the fullest with friends and a wonderful family. My deepest sympathy to you and your family.

FRANCINE AND SIDNEY FRUMAN WILL MISS HIM

Ray had heart, compassion, and humor. He worked to make the world a better place. His passing is a huge loss for all of us. I will miss him whenever I attend a White Sox game or a political event.

Marilyn, My condolences to you and your family on Ray's passing.

Ray was an honest man, in his love of his family, friends, politics and sports. He was a seeker, and embraced life and stands as a role model for anyone trying to find their way through the twists and turns of life. Do good. Be good. Love and be loved. Legacy of a life well lived.