Barbara Ilene Cohen Paronett (Bobbi) (August 15, 1949 - December 25, 2021)

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Barbara Ilene Cohen Paronett (Bobbi)
  • August 15, 1949
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  • December 25, 2021

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Barbara Ilene Cohen Paronett (Bobbi) lost her battle with cancer in her Daytona Beach, Florida home on December 25, 2021, with loving daughter Elizabeth and husband John by her side. She was born in Brooklyn, NY August 15, 1949, to Louis and Selma (Feldman) Cohen. She was predeceased by her parents, as well as stepfather, Milton Prager and uncle, Melvin Feldman.

Barbara is survived by her devoted husband of 45 years, John, daughter, Elizabeth, brother, Charles “Chuck” Cohen (Mary Beth Paquette), aunt, Gloria Feldman, stepsisters, Judith Prager (John O’Brien), and Marjorie Prager (Kevin Burke), sisters in law, Vicki Paronett Durshimer and Denise Paronett Hill, brother-in-law, Ron Paronett (Sharon), cousins, Steve (Janice) and Peter (Andrea) Feldman, nieces, Sage and Hope Paquette-Cohen, nephews, Nick (Christine) and Sam (Emily) Burke, Matt (Nicole) and Michael Durshimer, Brent (Kimberly) and Lance Hill.

Bobbi graduated from Brooklyn’s Erasmus Hall High School (1967) and SUNY Cortland College (1971) with a BA in English and NYS teacher certification. She completed post graduate studies at SUNY Oswego. She taught English and Advanced Reading in Phoenix, NY School District from 1973 until retiring in 2004. In a yearbook dedication she was remembered as “an exceptional teacher to all that entered her room. Her classroom was always a warm and friendly place for those freshmen just arriving.” She challenged her students to never stop learning and enjoyed knowing them all! Phoenix Central Schools presented her a Certificate of Merit “with sincere appreciation and gratitude for 29 years of dedicated service to the children of this community.” She was Teacher of the Year (Class of 2006). She was a member of Phi Delta Kappa.

Bobbi and John met while attending Cortland and were married in 1976. Their beloved daughter Elizabeth was born in 1982. They resided in Liverpool, NY until retirement. They were snowbirds from 2004 to 2020 when they sold their NY home and moved year-round to Latitude Margaritaville in Daytona Beach.

Bobbi was an SU basketball fan (season ticket holder many seasons), a charter member of the Selkirk Yacht Club, an avid reader and member of several book clubs. She enjoyed summers, shopping, traveling, exercising, collecting kaleidoscopes, walking on the beach, having fun, and celebrating life. Her sense of humor endeared her to everyone who knew her.

A shiva minyan was held December 29 (on Zoom) by Temple Beth El, Augusta, Maine, presided over by Rabbi Erica Asch and was attended by a number of family members and friends. A brief service and burial will be Thursday, February 10, 2022, at 2:00 pm in Cape Canaveral National Cemetery. A Celebration of Life will be held at John’s home afterwards.

Baldwin Brothers Funeral and Cremation Society, Ormond Beach, Florida is handling final arrangements. The family requests donations be made to Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida-Volusia Branch, 320 North Street, Daytona Beach, FL 32114.


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  1. Linda Murphy Bohrer lit a candle:
    28 Feb 2022
    Lit since February 28, 2022 at 2:55:35 PM

  2. John Paronett says:
    10 Feb 2022
    "I WILL" love you always and forever.
    John

  3. John Paronett lit a candle:
    10 Feb 2022
    Lit since February 10, 2022 at 2:01:42 PM

  4. John Paronett lit a candle:
    10 Feb 2022
    Lit since February 10, 2022 at 2:00:38 PM

  5. Ann Lorenzini Bellanca says:
    09 Feb 2022
    Rest in peace , my friend, knowing you were loved and that your life positively impacted all who knew you. You will be missed Bobbi. My sincere condolences John and Elizabeth. I know that hole in your hearts. Love, Ann

  6. Vickie lit a candle:
    06 Feb 2022
    Lit since February 6, 2022 at 2:00:48 PM

  7. Sue posted an image:
    06 Feb 2022
    We were a fabulous four. Sadly, we’re now a trio of long time friends. RIP Bobbi! We love you and will miss you.
    We were a fabulous four. Sadly, we’re now a trio of long time friends. RIP Bobbi! We love you and will miss you.

  8. Evelyn Sammons says:
    04 Feb 2022
    Bobbi was a friend to all who knew her. A kind and caring person who lived life fully. She will be missed ❤️

  9. Evelyn Sammons says:
    04 Feb 2022
    Bobbi was a friend to many. A kind and caring person who enjoyed life
    She will be missed ❤️

  10. Ann and Marty Meehan says:
    03 Feb 2022
    It was a privilege, Bobbi, and a whole lot of fun! You enriched us all and will be sorely missed.
    We hope you, John and Elizabeth, will be comforted by your wonderful memories.
    Love, Ann and Marty

  11. Ann and Marty Meehan lit a candle:
    03 Feb 2022
    Lit since February 3, 2022 at 2:42:19 AM

  12. Sue Loveday lit a candle:
    30 Jan 2022
    Lit since January 30, 2022 at 1:16:26 PM

  13. Aleta H posted an image:
    28 Jan 2022
    “Roommates”<br />
Those were are the days our friends, we thought they’d  never end.<br />
We are  sending our love to Dear Sweet Bobbi.  May she rest in peace until we all meet again.<br />
<br />
Pictured<br />
Front Row Left to Right<br />
Barbara C.  ((Bobbi) ,  Patty N. , Donna P.<br />
Back Row<br />
Ann D. , Sharon S. , Aleta H. , Ann L.<br />
( Not pictured, Evelyn N. , Nancy H. )<br />
    “Roommates”
    Those were are the days our friends, we thought they’d never end.
    We are sending our love to Dear Sweet Bobbi. May she rest in peace until we all meet again.

    Pictured
    Front Row Left to Right
    Barbara C. ((Bobbi) , Patty N. , Donna P.
    Back Row
    Ann D. , Sharon S. , Aleta H. , Ann L.
    ( Not pictured, Evelyn N. , Nancy H. )

  14. John O lit a candle:
    28 Jan 2022
    Lit since January 28, 2022 at 1:05:35 PM

  15. Aleta lit a candle:
    28 Jan 2022
    Lit since January 28, 2022 at 1:04:38 PM

  16. John Paronett lit a candle:
    27 Jan 2022
    Lit since January 27, 2022 at 1:10:35 PM

  17. Lisa Gray says:
    27 Jan 2022
    Mrs. Paronett was my master teaching when I did my student teaching in 1990 at Phoenix HS. She was a sweet and caring lady and a wonderful and well-loved teacher. I have thought about her over the years and I'm very sorry to read of her passing. May your memories bring you comfort in the difficult days.

  18. obitadmin posted an image:
    26 Jan 2022


  19. Steve Feldman says:
    25 Jan 2022
    My dear cousin, Barbara. You will be sorely missed. You left too soon.

  20. Janice Feldman says:
    25 Jan 2022
    Bobbi was such a kind, caring and gentle soul. The world needs more people like her. She will always be loved in our hearts and missed greatly

  21. Debo Lombardi lit a candle:
    25 Jan 2022
    Lit since January 25, 2022 at 1:00:24 PM

  22. Elizabeth Paronett lit a candle:
    25 Jan 2022
    Lit since January 25, 2022 at 1:26:31 PM

  23. Mary Beth Paquette lit a candle:
    24 Jan 2022
    Lit since January 24, 2022 at 1:14:12 PM

  24. Mary Beth Paquette lit a candle:
    24 Jan 2022
    Lit since January 24, 2022 at 1:13:29 PM

  25. Mary Beth Paquette says:
    24 Jan 2022
    Sure did love that gal! Best sister-in-law ever. She leaves behind a grieving daughter, husband and brother who will never forget the impact she had on her life. I will miss her love, kindness, humor and devotion.

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