Obituary for Catherine "Anne" Cohen (formerly Bodkin) (Wilson )
It is with heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Anne Cohen after a lengthy and courageous battle with Alzheimer’s on March 19, 2023 at 85 years of age. Survived by her husband Jerry. Loving and devoted Mom of Stephen Bazinski (Anna) and Angela Schipper (Pete). Cherished grandma of Andrew Bazinski (Madeleine), Nathan Bazinski (Katie) and Brianna Schipper. Dear stepmom of Randy “Joe” Bodkin and Lynn Bodkin (Jim). Predeceased by her parents, Norman Wilson (1973), and Phyllis Wilson (1999) and her former husband George Bodkin (1988).
Anne had many accomplishments. As the leader of Caring Friends, she spearheaded efforts to visit people who had suffered brain diseases and others who have suffered some type of brain injury. Through her involvement with Caring Friends, Anne was the recipient of multiple recognitions and awards such as the Queens Jubilee Medal, the Amherstburg Citizen of the Year Award (1999) and the Canada 150 Volunteer Award.
A special thank you to the Alzheimer’s Society of Windsor/Essex and the numerous healthcare professionals who cared for Anne throughout the years.
In lieu of flowers, donations to the Alzheimer Society of Windsor/Essex, the Humane Society of Windsor/Essex or the Amherstburg Food & Fellowship Mission would be appreciated by the family.
Cremation has taken place. Memorial visitation Saturday March 25, 2023 from 10:30 am until the time of the Memorial Service at 11 am at Families First, 585 Sandwich St. S, Amherstburg.
Anne had many accomplishments. As the leader of Caring Friends, she spearheaded efforts to visit people who had suffered brain diseases and others who have suffered some type of brain injury. Through her involvement with Caring Friends, Anne was the recipient of multiple recognitions and awards such as the Queens Jubilee Medal, the Amherstburg Citizen of the Year Award (1999) and the Canada 150 Volunteer Award.
A special thank you to the Alzheimer’s Society of Windsor/Essex and the numerous healthcare professionals who cared for Anne throughout the years.
In lieu of flowers, donations to the Alzheimer Society of Windsor/Essex, the Humane Society of Windsor/Essex or the Amherstburg Food & Fellowship Mission would be appreciated by the family.
Cremation has taken place. Memorial visitation Saturday March 25, 2023 from 10:30 am until the time of the Memorial Service at 11 am at Families First, 585 Sandwich St. S, Amherstburg.