Funeral Details

Erica L. Cohen

Obituary

Erica "Ricky" Cohen (nee Roven), 77, of Wheeling, Illinois, passed away on March 21, 2020 after a short illness. Beloved mother of FayeAnn (Philip) Hirsh, Lisa (Charles) Burnett, and Stacey Kirkpatrick (Lon Paulausky); cherished Nana to Andrew and Zachary Hirsh; adored aunt and cherished friend to many. A former member of Chicago's Melodeers Chorus, Ricky loved music and singing and instilled that love in her children. She also enjoyed traveling, mahjongg, and spending time with friends and family, especially her grandchildren. Ricky was predeceased by her parents Eve and William Roven, sister Paula Padove, and former husband and friend Barry Cohen. There will be a private graveside service. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to the Crohn's and Colitis Foundation, https://www.crohnscolitisfoundation.org Arrangements by Chicago Jewish Funerals-Buffalo Grove, 847.229.8822, www.cjfinfo.com

Memorial Contributions

Crohn's and Colitis Foundation
www.crohnscolitisfoundation.org

Memorial Contributions

Crohn's and Colitis Foundation
www.crohnscolitisfoundation.org





OBITUARY

Erica "Ricky" Cohen (nee Roven), 77, of Wheeling, Illinois, passed away on March 21, 2020 after a short illness. Beloved mother of FayeAnn (Philip) Hirsh, Lisa (Charles) Burnett, and Stacey Kirkpatrick (Lon Paulausky); cherished Nana to Andrew and Zachary Hirsh; adored aunt and cherished friend to many. A former member of Chicago's Melodeers Chorus, Ricky loved music and singing and instilled that love in her children. She also enjoyed traveling, mahjongg, and spending time with friends and family, especially her grandchildren. Ricky was predeceased by her parents Eve and William Roven, sister Paula Padove, and former husband and friend Barry Cohen. There will be a private graveside service. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to the Crohn's and Colitis Foundation, www.crohnscolitisfoundation.org. Arrangements by Chicago Jewish Funerals-Buffalo Grove, 847.229.8822, www.cjfinfo.com.


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Sincerest condolences to Ricky's family on their loss. Ricky and I dated for several years while we were in high school. I will always remember the fun times we had. May her family find strength in the love she shared with her family and friends. May she rest in peace.

Daniel Uditsky
March 25, 2020