Realtor Jake Cohen passes away

JACOB “JAKE” COHEN, a realtor with a passion for life, passed away peacefully at his home on August 1, 2020. He was 88.

A native New Orleanian, Cohen graduated from Alcee Fortier High School before attending Loyola University. While at Loyola, he was a standout basketball player. A sports enthusiast all his life, he was also an avid tennis player.

He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Gayle Manheim Cohen, his children Jonathan Cohen (Jeanne), Nan Cohen MacMaster (Dan), and Joby Cohen (Darlene); his sister-in-law Rose Cohen; three grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.

A private graveside service was officiated by Rabbi Deborah Silver on Monday, August 3, 2020, at Ahavas Shalom Cemetery, 4000 Elysian Fields.

In lieu of donations, the family has asked for those that knew Jake to please buy yourself a sweet whiskey sour, double, and raise your glass to a life well-lived.

To share memories and condolences please visit Tharp-Sontheimer-Tharp Funeral Home of Metairie.