Daniel Michael Cohen

Danny was born in New York City on August 25, 1981, but grew up and spent most of his life in Providence, RI. He was considered by all to be a true Rhode Islander. He attended Providence’s Wheeler School, followed by the University of Vermont, where he earned a BA in Psychology and History in 2005. The next year, back in RI, he met Annalise, his soulmate and future wife.

From a young age, Danny loved computers. He was deeply inspired by computer science and its potential to unite people and improve the world. He earned an MS in Internet Engineering from Marlboro College and went on to have a successful career as a software engineer. He taught hundreds of engineers around the world, and built collaborative, effective teams through his unique combination of technical expertise and human touch. Only Danny could train software engineers to work better together by making pizza.

Danny possessed an abundant and generous spirit, with passion for all he pursued. Intent on making any event, large or small, the most fun and meaningful it could be, he enjoyed sharing his interests in skiing, playing music, running, traveling, and cooking. Every meal, every musical performance, and every moment was a chance to bring loved ones together and join in his boundless enthusiasm.

Danny loved traveling the world, and had an innate ability to make dear friends everywhere he went. He created communities from Rhode Island to Vermont, Washington, D.C. to Florida, and Kyrgyzstan to India, where he frequently traveled for work. He made the world around him richer, and brought love to all.

He is survived by his loving wife Annalise, his adored children Olivia, Samuel, and Hope, his brother Joseph (and wife Danielle), mother Jill, and father Donald. He also is survived by a beloved extended family of nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins, in-laws, and friends. Danny loved his family and friends beyond measure, doted on his wonderful children, and found his perfect match in his wife. His loss is enormous, and his legacy is one of love.

Funeral services will be held at Temple Emanu-El, 44 Taft Avenue in Providence at 1:00 pm on Tuesday, November 15, 2022. Burial to follow at Swan Point Cemetery on Blackstone Boulevard in Providence.

Shivah will be held at the family’s residence in Providence: Visitations Tuesday, November 15 (7 to 9 pm) with Minyan at 7:30 pm, Wednesday, November 16 (1-3 pm, 7-9 pm) with Minyan at 7:30 pm, Thursday, November 17 (1-3 pm, 7-9 pm) with Minyan at 7:30, Friday, November 18 (1-3 pm, no evening hours), Sunday, November 20 (1-3 pm, 7-9 pm) with Minyan at 7:30 pm, Monday, November 21 (9-10 am).

In his honor and in lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in Danny’s name toward the building of the new Community Center at the Meadowbrook Waldorf School at www.meadowbrookschool.com or by mail at 300 Kingstown Road, Richmond, RI 02892.