Lynette Cohen

Lynette Cohen (nee Davis), of Newberry, Florida, formerly of Reisterstown, Maryland, passed away on Sunday, May 17th, 2026, at the age of 72. She is survived by her beloved son, David Cohen (Fan Zhang); devoted sister, Dr. Jeanette (Dr. Robert) Parris; dear friends, Jerry and Sandy Newman; and David's father, Howard Cohen. She was predeceased by her loving parents, Dr. David Stanley and Louise Davis.

Lynette lived a life defined by compassion, service, and an unwavering commitment to helping others. Born and raised in the Chevy Chase area of Maryland, she was the beloved daughter of Dr. David Stanley Davis and Louise Davis. From an early age, Lynette’s caring nature and strong sense of purpose guided the path of her life. She graduated from Bethesda-Chevy Chase High School before attending American University, where she earned her bachelor’s degree in Psychology, and later Loyola University Maryland, where she received her Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology.

For more than three decades, Lynette served the State of Maryland as a Rehabilitation Specialist, dedicating her career to assisting disabled individuals in rebuilding their independence and returning to the workforce. Helping people was not simply her profession; it was her life’s calling. She touched countless lives through her patience, empathy, and encouragement, always treating others with dignity and kindness.

Outside of her work, Lynette embraced life with curiosity and joy. She loved traveling, working on puzzles, appreciating art, and staying engaged in politics and civic affairs. She was a devoted member of Adat Chaim, participated in the Reisterstown Chamber of Commerce, and proudly served Baltimore County as a Chief Election Judge. Above all else, Lynette was a loving and devoted mother to her son, David, who brought her endless pride and happiness. She will be remembered for her warmth, humor, generosity, and the extraordinary care she showed to everyone fortunate enough to know her.

Services at Sol Levinson's Chapel, 8900 Reisterstown Road, Pikesville, MD 21208, on Thursday, May 28, 2026, at 12pm. Interment National Capitol Hebrew Cemetery. Please omit flowers. Contributions in her memory may be sent to Adat Chaim Synagogue, 11421 Cronhill Drive Ste. H, Owings Mills, MD 21117. The family will be in mourning at Karen and Eric Perlstein’s house at 20 Romney Ct. Owings Mills, MD 21117 following the interment with a service at 7:30pm.