Harry D. Cohn

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(Apr. 6, 2008)

Harry D. Cohn of Powell, 80, died Sunday, April 6 at Powell Valley Hospital of natural causes.

He was born to Pearl and Hanley Cohn on Aug. 28, 1927. His father died when Harry was a young boy, and thereafter David Madison was his loving provider.

While living in Sheridan, Harry met and married Jane L. Cline. They raised two daughters together.

Harry worked for the Soil Conservation Service as an assistant engineer for 35 years. He was transferred to Powell with SCS in 1970.

Harry was a faithful member of Jehovah Witnesses through most of his adult life. He provided loving care for years while serving as an elder in the Sheridan and Powell areas.

He loved the outdoors and playing golf. His love for carpentry and creating his handiwork is found in the homes of many family members.

Survivors include his loving wife of 59 years, Jane; two daughters, Barbara and Deborah; 10 grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren and one great-great grandchild.

Memorial services will be conducted at Kingdom Hall of Jehovah Witnesses, 1202 29th St., Cody, on Friday, April 11 at 3 p.m. Thompson Funeral Home is assisting the family.

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