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Michaela M Cohan 1943 - 1999

Michaela Marie Cohan of Scranton, Lackawanna County, Pennsylvania United States was born on October 23, 1943 in Brooklyn, Kings County, NY, and died at age 55 years old on January 15, 1999 at Mercy Hospital of Scranton 614E E Gibson St, in Scranton, Lackawanna County, PA. Michaela Cohan was buried at Cathedral Cemetery 1708 Oram St, in Scranton.

Michaela Marie Cohan

Scranton, Lackawanna County, Pennsylvania United States

October 23, 1943

Brooklyn, Kings County, New York, United States

January 15, 1999

Mercy Hospital of Scranton 614E E Gibson St, in Scranton, Lackawanna County, Pennsylvania, 18510, United States

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Introduction

Michaela Marie Cohan's parents were George Michael Cohan Jr (1914 - 2000) and Loretta Rondash. She was the granddaughter of George M. Cohan, a famous entertainer. He was a playwright, composer, lyricist, actor, singer, dancer, and producer. According to Wikipedia, "George Michael Cohan, Jr. (1914–2000), graduated from Georgetown University and served in the entertainment corps during World War II. In the 1950s, George Jr. reinterpreted his father's songs on recordings, in a nightclub act, and in television appearances on the Ed Sullivan and Milton Berle shows. George Jr.'s only child, Michaela Marie Cohan (1943–1999), was the last descendant named Cohan. She graduated with a theater degree from Marywood College in Pennsylvania in 1965. From 1966 to 1968, she served in a civilian Special Services unit in Vietnam and Korea. In 1996, she stood in for her ailing father at the ceremony marking her grandfather's induction into the Musical Theatre Hall of Fame at New York University." When she was age 25, in October 1968, Michaela was interview by the Lancaster New Era, a newspaper in Lancaster, PA. part of the article said: "Unlike her famous grandfather, the attractive, brown-haired girl did not sing or dance. I don't have the talent," she said. "If I did, I would." Instead, Miss Cohan explained, her job was 'sort of like being a stage manager' arranging for USO shows and making sure the service clubs ran smoothly. Miss Cohan said she preferred not to discuss the political aspects of the war. (Here, she is referring to the Vietnam War.) Miss Cohan said she never knew her grandfather. 'He died the year before I was born' she said, but added, 'I've heard his songs since the time I was born. I love his music." It seems that Michaela never married or had children but she went on to hold a number of impressive jobs (see Michaela M Cohan: Professions) and also volunteered for John Glenn's Presidential candidacy. For more about Michaela's life and accomplishments, see Michaela M Cohan: Obituary.
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1943

Birthday

October 23, 1943

Birthdate

Brooklyn, Kings County, New York United States

Birthplace

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Ethnicity & Family History

Michaela was Caucasian and both of her parents were born in the United States. She was of Jewish ancestry on her paternal line.
Nationality & Locations

Born in Brooklyn, New York, while Michaela traveled for her work she lived most of her life in New York. Michaela later lived in Scranton, Pennsylvania, where she died at the age of 55.
Early Life & Education

Michaela attended Marywood College and graduated in 1965 with a Bachelor of Arts degree i ncommunication arts. She also pursued graduate courses at Catholic University in Government Documents and Technical Reference.
Religious Beliefs

A Mass was held at Holy Rosary Church for Michaela.
Professional Career

Michaela held the following positions in her career: - Director of Prospect Research and Management at Marywood University - Civilian Administrative Service Club Directtor for US Army Service Clubs - Korea and Vietnam - Manager/research coordinator for Georgetown University Library, Government Documents Depository, Washington - Information Specialist/research assistant for Airways Engineering Corporation, Washington - Information manager/research coordinator for De Leuw, Cather/parsons Consulting Engineers
Personal Life & Family

Michaela's volunteer positions and honors included: - Volunteer research assistant for the John H. Glenn Presidential Campaign Committee - Certificate of recognition for outstanding contributions to De Leuw, Cather/Parsons - Certificate of appreciation for vounteer service with the John Glenn Presidential Committee - Medal for civilian service for US Service Clubs, Vietnam, 1968
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1999

Death

January 15, 1999

Death date

illness

Cause of death

Mercy Hospital of Scranton 614E E Gibson St, in Scranton, Lackawanna County, Pennsylvania 18510, United States
Death location

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Cathedral Cemetery 1708 Oram St, in Scranton, Lackawanna County, Pennsylvania 18504, United States
Burial location
Obituary

MICHAELA M. COHAN January 15, 1999 Michaela M. Cohan, 55, 114 Abington Road, Clarks Summit, died Friday evening at Mercy Hospital after an illness. Born October 23, 1943, in Brooklyn, New York, daughter of George M. Cohan Jr., and Loretta Rondash, Florida, she was a 1965 graduate of Marywood College with a Bachelor of Arts degree in communication arts. She took graduate courses at Catholic University in Government Documents and Technical Reference. She most recently was Director of Prospect Research and Management at Marywood University. In her early career, she was Civilian Administrative Service Club Director for U. S. Army Service Clubs in Korea and Vietnam. Later, she was manager/research coordinator for Georgetown University Library, Government Documents Depository, Washington; information specialist/research assistant for Airways Engineering Corporation, Washington; information manager/research coordinator for De Leuw, Cather/Parsons Consulting Engineers, and served as volunteer research assistant for the John H. Glenn Presidential Campaign Committee. Other positions included: Director of public affairs for the Information Center for the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority; information manager Us Attorney's Office, in the Victim/Witness Assistance Unit, Washington; director of Information for the Clearing House for National Organization for Victim Assistance, Washington; archivist for the American Society of Hospital Pharmacists, Corporate Affairs Division, Bethesda, Maryland. Her awards included a certificate of recognition for outstanding contributions to De Leuw, Cather/Parsons; a certificate of appreciation for volunteer service with the John Glen Presidential Committee, and Medal for civilian service for US Service Clubs, Vietnam, 1968. Also surviving are aunts, uncles, and cousins. She was preceded in death by maternal grandparents and paternal grandparents. The funeral will be Tuesday from the Edward Knight O'Donnell Funeral Home, 323 William Street, with Mass at 10 a.m. in Holy Rosary Church. Entombment, Cathedral Cemetery Mausoleum. Friends may call Monday, 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to Marywood University Campus Ministry or the American Cancer Society, 700 James Avenue, or the donor's favorite charity. - The Times-Tribune (Scranton, Pennsylvania) on Sunday, January 17, 1999 on page 23.

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