In Loving Memory Of
Barbara J. Cohen
November 9, 1935 -
February 5, 2026
In the care of
Naples Funeral Home & Cremation Services
The family of Barbara Jaffin Cohen sadly announces her passing on February 5th, 2026. She died peacefully, surrounded by her beloved children.
Born on November 9, 1935, in the Bronx, New York to Elsie (Maslin) and Mandel Jaffin. Barbara lived a long life marked by her devotion to her family, her generosity, and her love of teaching.
She was married to Jerry (Jacob) Cohen from June 22, 1958, until his passing on November 10, 2025. Upon retirement, Jerry and Barbara relocated to Bonita Springs, Florida, where they enjoyed many happy years surrounded by family and friends.
She will be remembered as a devoted wife, a caring mother, and a beloved grandmother. She is survived by her children Evan (Kathryn), Melissa, and Matthew (Leslie) and her cherished grandchildren Aaron, Sophie, Jonathan, and Alexandra.
Barbara had many professional accomplishments. She earned a BS in Nursing from Russell Sage College, and while raising three children and teaching, went on to earn two Master's degrees and a Doctor of Education from Teachers’ College, Columbia University. Barbara was Professor Emerita and Chair of the Nursing Department at Mount Saint Vincent and taught at many prominent nursing programs, such as Englewood Hospital, Lehman College, and William Paterson College. She was dedicated to her profession, active in the National League of Nursing, accrediting nursing programs, and mentoring many.
She will be missed by so many who loved and admired her.
Born on November 9, 1935, in the Bronx, New York to Elsie (Maslin) and Mandel Jaffin. Barbara lived a long life marked by her devotion to her family, her generosity, and her love of teaching.
She was married to Jerry (Jacob) Cohen from June 22, 1958, until his passing on November 10, 2025. Upon retirement, Jerry and Barbara relocated to Bonita Springs, Florida, where they enjoyed many happy years surrounded by family and friends.
She will be remembered as a devoted wife, a caring mother, and a beloved grandmother. She is survived by her children Evan (Kathryn), Melissa, and Matthew (Leslie) and her cherished grandchildren Aaron, Sophie, Jonathan, and Alexandra.
Barbara had many professional accomplishments. She earned a BS in Nursing from Russell Sage College, and while raising three children and teaching, went on to earn two Master's degrees and a Doctor of Education from Teachers’ College, Columbia University. Barbara was Professor Emerita and Chair of the Nursing Department at Mount Saint Vincent and taught at many prominent nursing programs, such as Englewood Hospital, Lehman College, and William Paterson College. She was dedicated to her profession, active in the National League of Nursing, accrediting nursing programs, and mentoring many.
She will be missed by so many who loved and admired her.
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