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with the national law firm 
Pepper Hamilton (now 
Troutman Pepper) in 1989. 
He served as coun-
sel for both debtors and 
creditors’ committees 
in landmark Chapter 11 
bankruptcy proceedings 
throughout the United 
States and argued cases in 
courts across the coun-
try, including the United 
States Supreme Court. Bill 
served on Pepper Hamilton’s 
Executive Committee and 
the American College of 
Bankruptcy’s Board of 
Directors. He also testified 
before congressional com-
mittees as their expert on 
bankruptcy law. 
Among many other pas-
sions, Bill was affectionately 
known for his love of all 
animals, especially birds, and 
his affinity for coney dogs 
(heavy chili) and chili cheese 
fries. Known as “Papa Bill” 
to his adoring grandchildren, 
he was always thrilled to 
make a donut run, build a 
bird feeder, go fishing down 
on the dock or just sit and 
talk, provided he didn’t close 
his eyes for a “two-minute 
snooze.” 
His four grandchildren cite 
his patience, willingness to 
listen and genuine interest in 
them as inimitable influences 
in their lives, careers and 
passions.
Bill Cohen was devoted to 
service, his community and 
helping others. He served 
as presidents of Michigan 
State Temple Youth (MSTY), 
Temple Israel Brotherhood 
and, most recently, his 
beloved JARC, among many 
other leadership roles.
Mr. Cohen is survived by 
his wife of 57 years, Ricki; 

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