Cohen, Valerie (nee Petacque), beloved wife of David, loving mother of Frank (Linda) and Leonard Cohen, devoted grandmother of Helen, dear sister of Charlotte (Robert) Mann and Sarell (Marvin) Blank. Sevices Tuesday, 1 p.m., at the Chicago Jewish Funerals Chapels, 195 North Buffalo Grove Road (one block north of Lake Cook Road), Buffalo Grove. Interment Westlawn. In lieu of flowers, contributions in her memory to the Arlington Cancer Center, 906 W. Randol Mill Rd., Arlington, Tx., 76012, would be appreciated. Arrangements by Chicago Jewish Funeral, Barry Silver Funeral Director, 847-229-8822, www.cjfinfo.com.To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
John Brooks
August 19, 2004
In what must be a very much smaller way, I share your family's pain in the loss of this fine woman, whom I was allowed and very privileged to get to know for only about 7 mo 'way back in 1963! I'm a recently retired physician who knew Val from 34 S. State when she lived at her father Frank's home at 2441 W. Farragut. Similarly, I've been married ~37 y, but enjoy 5 children and 8 grandkids. I have for >40 y treasured the memory of this finest of young women; I pray and will pray for her eternal rest.
Sam O'Krent
August 11, 2004
Sarrell, it's probably been 20 years since I last saw you or Valerie, but the image in my mind of her smile still warms my heart. I am saddened to hear of her passing and my deepest sympathies are with you and your family.
Bob & Vaughn Rowley
August 11, 2004
Sarrell and Marvin-Sorry to hear of your loss. Valeries spirit will always encourage us. We will always remember the early years of advertising in the trade magazines. When we couldn't have done it without her help.
Jerry Pritikin
August 11, 2004
I was lucky to have Dave and Valarie as a friend, Val was a perfect match for Dave and their love for each other and their family was and will be always present.They
had 37 years of true love together , I'll miss her great smile and remember her as a
great lady.
Sid & Judy Rothstein
August 10, 2004
Dear David and Family.
In your time of need we wish you an easy time. Valerie was one of the sweetest people we ever met. Remember her strength during this time.
Marla Hauptmann
August 10, 2004
Cousin Valerie was a true fighter in every sense of the word!!! She never let anything stand in her way. She will be MISSED!!! Our hearts are with you.
Love,
Barb, Rich, Marla, Shawn & Zachary
Karen Greenberg
August 10, 2004
I was very lucky to have known Valerie for many years and she will be missed. She was a strong and couragous woman.
Howard Weiss
August 10, 2004
Dave, Frank & Leonard,
We are very sorry for your loss. Valerie was always part of our extended family and will be greatly missed.
Susan & Howard Weiss
Denise Schenck
August 10, 2004
Valerie touched and inspored so many of us with her kindness, generousity and true grit. I feel very blessed to have known her and will remember her always!
My prayers and thoughts are with her family during this difficult time.
PHILIP & JACKIE COHEN
August 9, 2004
CHARLOTTE AND FAMILY, Our deepest condolenceS to you.
Michele & Steve Baum
August 9, 2004
We are very sad to hear about Valerie - she will be greatly missed. Our deepest condolences.
Dave & Pat Fabry
August 9, 2004
We will miss our dear friend.
stephanie yeager
August 9, 2004
i am sorry to hear about valerie.
i had heard of her long fight
against cancer. june told me how
valerie continued to live her life
to the fullest despite the pain. it was very inspiring.
my condolences to all her family at this sad time.
sincerely,
stephanie fran yeager
(june was married to my father, ted)
Jerry Weiss
August 9, 2004
I am so sorry to hear about Valerie. Valerie was always a bright star in a dull sky.
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