Ronald Cohen, of Brooklyn, New York, passed away on Friday, May 5th, 2023 at the age of 78. He is survived by his loving husband Joseph Watkinson, and by his brother Gerald Cohen (Fiance Sherry Fradkin). He is also survived by his beloved nieces and nephews; David and Lynn Polashuk, Rob and Mindi Leikin, Bruce and Amy Nusbaum, Jeff and Sherri Venick, as well as his many wonderful great-nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his sister-in-law Judith Cohen, and by his parents Betty and Paul Cohen.
Ron lived life to the fullest, cherishing every moment. His boundless energy fueled his passion for education, travel, and theatre. He never lost his optimism and gratitude. We thank G-d for the life Ron led and treasure his memory.
Services at Oheb Shalom Memorial Park, 430 Berrymans Lane, Reisterstown, MD 21136, on Wednesday, May 10th, 2023 at 1:30 pm. Please omit flowers. Contributions in his memory may be sent to the American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 6704, Hagerstown, MD 21741 or to Congregation Beit Simchat Torah, 130 W. 30th St., New York, NY 10001. The family will be in mourning at 1 Shadywoods Court, Owings Mills, MD 21117, Wednesday following interment with a service at 7pm, and on Thursday from 12pm to 4:30pm and 6:30pm to 8pm with a service at 7pm.