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1700 West Rand Road
Arlington Heights, IL
1948
Bonnie
2018
Bonnie Louise Cohen
August 18, 1948 — January 7, 2018
Bonnie Louise Cohen (nee Weiss), loving Wife, Mother, Grandmother and dear Friend, who brought joy, fun and laughter into the lives of those she touched, passed away January 7, 2018. She was a woman of many talents and many interests, willing to share herself, share her humor.
Born in Kansas City, MO to Albert and Melanie Weiss (nee Loeb) in 1948, the family moved around as Albert's job required, allowing her to experience life in many areas of the country, including Colorado and Kentucky, before finally settling in the Chicago south side area. There, she eventually met Charlie at a set up group date at Northern Illinois University in 1966. They married in March 1969, in Chicago. In 1977, her son, Marc, came into her life. She and Charlie moved to Fishers, Indiana several years ago to retire.
A longtime resident of Glenview Illinois, Bonnie was a retired employee from the Village of Glenview, where she worked at the Glenview Fire Department and at the Village Finance Department. Before that, she assisted with many of the bookkeeping and administrative tasks at Charlie's business, Industrial Tire Brokers.
A woman of many talents, she loved music and art. She was an amazing painter, using oils, acrylic, watercolors, pencils, really any medium. While not a trained musician, Bonnie could pick up almost any tune on the piano by ear. She frequently used her artistic talents to enlighten others by painting faces for kids at events, making personalized note cards complete with beautiful calligraphy and artistic flourishes. Bonnie loved hunting for antiques, and would frequently clean and restore items to resell them. In a way, she was an original "picker".
A giving person who thought of others, she was willing to help whatever the task or need. Bonnie was there for you when needed, no questions asked. She gave her time to so many others, helping children and others fighting against cancer.
Bonnie herself battled cancer, while living her life, no matter what challenges she faced. Throughout the fight, her spirit and kindness was never suppressed, and she continued to help others even while fighting her battle.
A grateful woman, she was grateful for her loving family and friends, grateful for caring and compassionate doctors and nurses who cared for her.
Bonnie always had a smile to share; she was always sharing a part of herself. Bonnie is survived by her husband, Charles; brother, Walter Weiss; son, Marc; daughter-in-law, Corrina (nee Wessel); niece, Mellissa Weiss; and two wonderful grandchildren whom she loved with all her heart, Mackenzie and Logan.
Rest in peace Dear Bonnie, all of your good works go with you. You are loved by all who knew you.
A celebration of life for Bonnie will be held at noon on Friday, January 12, 2018 at Shalom Memorial Park, 1700 W. Rand Rd, Arlington Heights, IL.
In lieu of flowers, please instead consider donating in her name to a worthy charity of your choice.
Arrangements entrusted to A.R.N. Funeral & Cremation Services. Friends may leave a memory or message of condolence by visiting the online obituary at www.arnmortuary.com.
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