COHEN Dr Harry

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Peter and I will miss Harry greatly. Throughout his career, Harry blazed a trail, not only as a devoted and influential obstetrician and gynaecologist in Perth, but also as an inspirational peace and environmental activist.

He was known and loved for being a strong and tireless advocate for MAPW. Harry saw that a doctor is not there simply to treat symptoms, but to seek and address the wider causes of ill-health, with the prevention and mitigation of war and violence being the most important public health imperative of our time. His lifetime of service will continue to inspire future generations of doctors, health workers, peace and environmental activists.

But aside from all this, Harry was simply a beautiful, sensitive, thoughtful and kind person. He was also a great support to all of us in the Peace movement, and a wonderful mentor to students. Harry owned a rare and powerful quality: a kind of gravitas that, quietly, asked something better of anyone he met.

"For as long as we live, they too will live, for they are now a part of us as, We remember them."

Dr. Peter Underwood (Convenor) and Leigh Dix (Secretary)

Medical Association for Prevention of War- WA

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A very respected man. An amazing teacher. You will be missed with fond memories of all the help you gave me as a brand new senior registrar at KEMH, just arrived from NZ. Always grateful 🙏🏼

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A privilege to have had such an exceptional and caring Obstetrician ensure safe delivery of our children. Sincere condolences to family and all on huge loss of a wonderful man.

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Sympathy to his family is given at the news of his passing. I worked with Dr Harry Cohen for many years at King Edward. He was a very kind and compassionate person - so generous and gentle with his patients.

 RIP Harry.

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I am learning so much about your amazing father Alinta. Some lovely memories from members of the Nedlands Labor Branch and reading all the areas he contributed to in his life - no wonder you are such a beautiful force in life. Oh I wish I had met him - but in the inspiration of a good life I will be enriched.

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My deepest sympathy to June and family on Harry's passing.

I have happy memories of times spent with June and Harry and other friends.

Harry was a caring, compassionate man; a strong supporter of humanitarian causes and the disabled.

Thank you Harry for your dedication in all activities of your life.

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On behalf of Conservation Council WA, I would like to acknowledge the life and work of Dr Harry Cohen.

Harry served as President of CCWA from 1995-97, and in 2001. He was also the recipient of the 2004 Bessie Rischbieth Conservation Award. He was a fierce protector of the environment working across a range of issues. He is remembered by many in the organisation and we thank him for his profound legacy of environmental protection.

Dr Richard Yin CCWA President

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I've dined out on Harry's words when I asked him at our favourite coffee shop why he was reading a particular newspaper. With a twinkle in his eye, he said: "It pays to know your enemies."

I knew, of course, that Dr. Harry could never have had an enemy - far too lovely a human being for that.

Heartfelt condolences to June and family.

Vicki from the Nedlands coffee shop:)

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Dear June and family,

Vicki and I always loved sharing coffee and conversations with you and Harry.

While Harry may have been a man of few words (at least in coffee shops!) his gentle and erudite nature shone brightly, as did his love for his children and grandchildren.

My sincere condolences to you June.

Warmest regards

Lyn Cooper

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Fond memories of Harry and June at the Boxing Day lunches. We remember him as a dedicated doctor, and a very highly principled man with a strong sense of caring and compassion for humanity.

Extending our thoughts and condolences to June and the family.

Christopher and Helen Cuerden

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My Wonderful Dr who saved my life, back in 1983 at Avro Hospital. Thank you

Condolences to his Family.

A lovely man.

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OA MBBS MRCOG FRACOG 19.6.1932 – 30.3.2024 My knight in shining armour has left me after a fairytale romance and a marriage of 68 years.

June – Beloved

Harry our loved renaissance man. Such an amazing, compassionate human being has left his adored family a legacy of humility and caring.

Much loved by his daughters Kirsten (dec), Alinta and sons Joel and Sebastian.

Awesome and wise Papa of Asher, Ethan, Raphael, Ashley, Jasmine and Jack.

"Break, Break, Break On thy cold grey stones, oh sea! And I would, that my tongue could utter, The thoughts that arise in me."

A Memorial Service Celebrating the Life of the Late Dr Harry Cohen will be held at a future date to be advised.

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Loving Brother to Rachael, Brother-in-law to Ray, Uncle to Tunya, Evan, Linda and Family.

A beautiful person. Gentle and caring. A humanitarian dedicated to others.

Precious memories of a remarkable Brother.

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In loving memory of Uncle Harry Cohen. A kind and wonderful man whose wisdom and knowledge we always looked up to. Rest in Peace. Steven, Margaret, Claire, Amy, Craig, Douglas, Kayleen, Verity, Leigh and families.

COHEN DR HARRY In memory of our dearest Uncle Harry.

Much love and sympathy to Aunty June, Alinta, Joel, Sebastian and families.

So many happy memories of barbeques at Tyrell St and Jillara Way, picnics at Jacoby and Kings Park, concerts by the CoG's and times spent together. Deeply connected also through the loss of your clever Kirsten and our beautiful Kristian.

Pax Annie, John (dec'd), Stephanie. Paul, Kristian (dec'd), Mikaela and Elizabeth Giumelli xxxx

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Deepest sympathy to June and family. An inspirational mentor, role model and teacher to so many.

Nic and Marie Tsokos.

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A great teacher and humanitarian. Always a friend. Thank you Harry. Moira McKinnon.

COHEN DR HARRY We express our deepest condolences and sympathy to June, Alinta, Joel, Sebastian, and their families on the loss of their beloved Harry.

Harry will always be remembered for his kindness, empathy, dedication to women's health, and lifelong commitment to the peace movement and preservation of the natural world.

We will cherish Harry's memory as a dear and treasured friend to Vi, Bill, Terry (dec) and Pat and the girls. Megan, Sam and Tertia have the fondest childhood memories of visiting Tyrell Street with Grandma Vi, having lunch with Harry and June, and playing with Kirsten, Alinta, Joel, and Bass. It was always such an adventure and a joy.

Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time.

The Wynne Family

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Very happy memories of wonderful times with Dr Harry at Avro Hospital. Our condolences to June, Alinta, Joel, Sebastian and their families.

Julie Loader and the "Old" Avro girls.

COHEN HARRY It was with great sadness that we learned of the passing of Dr Harry Cohen AM on 30th March. We send our deepest condolences to June and the family at this difficult time. We mourn with you and celebrate the extraordinary life of a remarkable doctor, who will be remembered as a committed champion of women's rights, the environment, sustainable development and peace. The world has lost a powerful force for good.

From his many friends in the Medical Association for Prevention of War.

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Our love to June, Alinta, Joel and Bass at the loss of Harry who with June contributed so much to the disadvantaged.

Their leadership and generosity in Tresillian was breathtaking as was their involvement in the environment. We have enduring memories of wonderful times shared over the years of the special friendship between Murray and Harry and June and the warm and rich relationship of the Cohen Family.

In our Hearts. The Lake Family

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A very sad farewell to irreplaceable Harry, a wonderfully generous and caring spirit.

Warmest sympathy to all his family on your loss.

Diana Warnock

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Honouring the memory of a remarkable man who gave so much to so many. He brightened our lives by his presence and left an indelible mark upon our hearts. Deepest sympathy to June and family.

Janet, Kate, Norah and Robert. (KEMH Art Committee)

COHEN HARRY One of the brightest stars in a myriad of people's lives. Loved by his family, his friends, his patients, his pets, his plants and all the wild birds who used to visit him!

Invited by the Dalai Llama to speak to his audience during a visit decades ago when Harry was the Australian President of ‘International Physicians for the Prevention of Nuclear War', an organisation that had also been awarded the Nobel Peace Prize. He was passionate about the environment, even managing to persuade King Edward Hospital to dispense with disposable nappies and use rewashables instead for more than a year!

A mentor and a much loved and respected friend. How lucky we've all been to have you in our life! Thank you Harry.

Belinda McManus

COHEN DR HARRY Admired and respected champion of women's reproductive rights.

ALRA Association for the Legal Right to Abortion