Sheldon Cohen Obituary

Bless you, Dr Cohen, for teaching me how cool chemistry really is. You will both be missed!

We were devastated to learn today, August 24, 2017 of the sudden death of KU graduate school long time friend, Shel Cohen and his wife. Shel was Wayne's best man at a time very close to the arrival of their first child and we were very grateful that he made the effort on that day, July 31, 1965.

Since going our separate ways, Wayne as professor of chemistry at Macalester College in St. Paul, MN and Shel at Washburn University, we've kept in touch. We relished Shel's post Christmas missives and looked forward to them each year...stories of children growing up, orchids, and dealing with Ginny's eyesight issues.

One memorable time was during the week after the disastrous tornado which went through Topeka and hit the Washburn Univ. area very, very hard. We had planned to get together during a trip from St. Paul MN to Tempe, Arizona where Wayne was going to begin his first sabbatical year at ASU. Amazingly Shel and Ginny managed to be perfect hosts despite the various issues they had to deal with in their home. (powdered glass placed by the wind in drawers by the storm, for example!).

Our deepest condolences to their children and the entire family!

So sorry for your loss-- Gerry and Cohen family.

Alex - I'm very sorry to hear about your parents. They were always very nice to me when I was over at your place, and I always enjoyed your dad's sense of humor. My condolences to you and your brothers.

Dan and I are saddened by this tragedy. May the love Sheldon and Virginia have shown you carry you through out your lives. I remember how proud they were when they spoke of their children and grandchildren. May God wrap his loving arms around your family and may you be comforted by one another and the fact that the love and bond you share is eternal.

Gerry and the Cohen Family,

I was saddened to hear of your tragic loss.
May God Bless you all!

We are so sorry for your lost. Words cannot express our feelings. We will keep your family in our thoughts and prayers.

To Alex, Will, Gerry, and all the Cohen family:

Please accept sympathies for such a tragic loss from the Guarr family. (We were your neighbors from across the street in Topeka. The house was sold to the Casper family when we moved.)
I know your parents will be missed and fondly remembered by everyone who met them, and especially by residents of the old neighborhood.

The Guarr family, David Guarr, (Shawnee KS) and Judy, Mike, and Tom.

Gerry and the Cohen Family,

Our hearts and prayers are with you.

Alex, Will & Gerry please accept my deepest sympathy to you and your families during this very difficult time. My heart hurts for all of you

To The Family of Dr. and Mrs. Sheldon Cohen.

My condolences to the family as I know these two fantastic people will be missed by both family and former students. I knew Dr. Cohen but never had a class from him but I had classes with Mrs. Cohen in Biology. God Bless both of them.

Alex,Will,Gerry and family,
I wanted to extend my deepest condolences on the loss of your parents in such a sudden tragic way. I don't know if you remember me or my family we lived across the street from you way back in the day when we were all in grade school the Casper family. Anyway I have fond memories of your mom and dad and how lovely they were to all of us and of you guys when we were young. I will pray for you and your family that you find peace and Solace knowing that your parents are together in the hands of the Lord. God bless

To Gerry and the Cohen Family,

My heart goes out to each of you at such a difficult time. My sincere condolences for your loss. You are in my thoughts.

John Zimmermann
KCMO