Richard was born on July 26th, 1932, to George and Sarah Cohn, in Newark, NJ. He was graduated from Pennsylvania Military Academy prior to serving in the U.S. Army as First Lieutenant. After being honorably discharged, Richard began a successful career with Hoffman LaRoche, where he was employed for over three decades as a Pharmaceutical Salesman.
Richard married Geraldine Friedman on April 7th, 1956, and the two recently celebrated their 65th wedding anniversary. In addition to his wife, Richard is survived by his children Robert and Debra, his son-in-law David, his daughter-in-law Elise, his beloved grandchildren Ethan and Gabrielle, and his brother Barry.
Funeral services for Richard were held on Thursday, May 6th, 2021 at Mount Lebanon Cemetery, in Iselin, NJ.
Donations in Richard's memory may be made to the American Heart Association. You may also donate to Best Friends Animal Society, to recognize the bond between Richard and Geraldine and the many dogs to whom they gave a loving home over the years.