Nan Cohen, 81, Lake Forest

Nan Cohen, 81, of Lake Forest Illinois, passed away on February 17, 2023, after a long, but courageous, struggle with kidney failure.

She was born on February 20, 1941, in Waukegan, Illinois to parents John and Margaret (Nantz) Jaronik. Nan is survived by her loving husband of 63 years, Fred Cohen; daughter, Cheri (William) Smirles; son, Steven (Judy) Cohen; and grandchildren, Mary Kate (James) Fisher, Jon Smirles, Ashley, Brandon, Christopher and Sarah Cohen; and one great-grandson, Malcolm Fisher.

Nan worked for over 30 years at North Shore Trust and Savings in Waukegan Illinois, where she retired as a Vice President.

What brought Nan the most joy, was being with her husband, children and grandchildren. Seeing them all together at home for a birthday party, Holiday dinner, Disney World, Tybee Island, Lake Geneva or sailing together in St. Martin, Bahamas, Belize, and The British Virgin Islands, brought nothing but big smiles for her. Nan’s travels with Fred, and friends, also took her to many memorable sailing locations including Australia, The Caribbean, New Zealand, and Tahiti. She enjoyed talking about the many adventures they encountered. Fred and Nan also shared the passion of racing sailboats, which they did for many years through the Waukegan Yacht Club, where they were active members.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Friday, May 5th, 2023, from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm at Wenban Funeral Home, 320 Vine Avenue, Lake Forest. A brief service will be held at 12 pm open to friends and family. There will be a luncheon immediately after the service for those able to join to share a final toast to Nan's wonderful life.

Memorial contributions can be made in loving memory of Nan Cohen, to a charity of your choice.

Info: Wenban Funeral Home 847-234-0022 or www.wenbanfh.com.