Date of death: October 9, 2026
Temple Anshe Sholom mourns the passing of Rabbi Jordan D. Cohen
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Rabbi Jordan D. Cohen. Rabbi Cohen served as the spiritual leader of Temple Anshe Sholom for 20 years. He generously shared his passion for Jewish learning, his wise leadership, and his caring presence, not only with the Temple but with the broader Jewish community. Before landing in Hamilton, Rabbi Cohen served liberal congregations around the world and as an esteemed teacher and leader in the field of adult education. He touched many lives, marrying couples, comforting mourners, visiting the sick, and guiding people on their Jewish journeys.
Our condolences go out to Rabbi Cohen’s son, Zachary (Katie), his sister, Wendie, and his granddaughter, Abigail, along with Paula Baruch and her children, Jacob, Rebekah , Samuel, Noah, and their partners.
A Temple service will be held on Wednesday October 14th, 2:00pm at Temple Anshe Sholom, 215 Cline Avenue North, Hamilton. Interment following at the Temple Anshe Sholom Cemetery, 427 Limeridge Road East, Hamilton.
My deepest sympathy to the family. Jordan and I went to high school together in Toronto. We spoke briefly a few years ago and it was wonderful to reconnect after so many years. He was always a thoughtful soul with a cheery side that we all loved. I have some wonderful memories of our youth together. May Jordan’s memory be a blessing.
Wendie, thinking of you at this difficult time.
I am a member of North Shore Temple Emanuel in Sydney, Australia, where Rabbi Cohen served for several years. I am saddened to learn of his passing. My condolences to all who mourn him and cherish his memory.
Dear Paula and Family,
My heart and thoughts are with you for dear Jordan. May his Special Memory be for every Beautiful Blessing.
Fondly,
Michael Bornstein
I was shocked and saddened to read of Rabbi Cohen’s passing. I enjoyed learning from him. He always had a smile and a twinkle in his eye. He will be missed.
We are incredibly saddened to learn of Rabbi Cohen’s passing. Though only members of Temple Anshe Sholom for the last six years, Rabbi Cohen supported us through several life milestones. He was there for us to facilitate our chanukat habayit ceremony when we bought our first home, he supported us through the loss of a beloved grandmother and later the loss of our daughter, and he officiated our son’s bris. His wisdom, kindness, and compassion ran deep, and we are forever grateful to have had him shepherd us through some of our greatest joys and sorrows. May his memory be for a blessing.
He was the quintessential Rabbi. He will be missed. May his memory be a blessing
I was very saddened to hear of Rabbi Cohen’s passing. He was a gifted teacher, with a wonderful ability to draw insight and meaning from Jewish tradition and make it relevant to our lives through his thoughtful and often moving divrei Torah. His many years of leadership helped shape the life of Temple Anshe Sholom. My heartfelt condolences to his family and all who loved him. May his memory be for a blessing.
The Sussman family is deeply saddened to learn of the tragic passing of Rabbi Cohen. Our hearts, thoughts, and prayers are with Rabbi Cohen ‘s family and friends. Besides being a brilliant Rabbi, educator, and teacher, he was a wonderful person with a heart of gold. Rabbi Cohen’s door was always open. If you had a question, no matter how big or small, he was always there to help and quick to respond. Rabbi Cohen will always be in our thoughts. Please accept our heartfelt condolences. The Sussman Family – Perry & Ramona, Daniel, Amanda & George.
I am terribly saddened to hear of Rabbi Cohen’s passing. I got to know him through Saturday morning Torah study, during services and also during the preparation and service for our son Keirans Bar Mitzvah.
Rabbi Cohen was always kind and a wonderful source of knowledge and teaching. His passing is a huge loss to the community and to me personally.
Sending Love and condolences to his family and extended family.
We were deeply saddened to learn of Rabbi Cohen’s passing. As newcomers to Hamilton, we were fortunate to have him as our neighbor. We shared several wonderful conversations, and I always appreciated his wisdom, kindness, and warmth. I am saddened that I did not have the opportunity to know him for a longer time.
Please accept our heartfelt condolences. Our thoughts are with Cantor Paula and the entire family during this difficult time.
This is very sad news. Rabbi Cohen was a wonderful spiritual leader at Temple for the past 20 years. He will be missed.
I am so very sorry to hear of Rabbi Cohen’s passing. He was a kind soul with a good heart. May his memory be a blessing.
Gavin and I extend our sympathy to Jordan’s family
Dear all of , Rabbi Cohen’s Loved ones.
So very shocking and heartbreaking.
He loved his Family. Teaching Torah
and Israel etc. G🧿d B🙏🏻ess his Family
Until very elderly ages. Sending healing and comfort. May his memory, be for a blessing. Fondly Bonnie and Kalea ( Kaylee) Kirsh 🧿. He loved Children
He was a wonderful Rabbi and I very much appreciated his insights and knowledge and kindness. My condolences to his family. May his memory be a blessing.
Stuart and I pass along our deepest condolences on the loss of Rabbi Cohen to Cantor Paula Baruch and the entire family. May his memory be a blessing
Deepest condolences to Cantor Paula Baruch and the family of Rabbi Jordan Cohen as well as the Temple Anshe Sholom community. Rabbi Cohen (no relation) will be long remembered for his kindness, compassion, warmth and spiritual learning and love of teaching. May his memory be a blessing.