David D. Kahan passed away January 24, 2023 at the age of 91. Born in Bucharest, Romania, he lived through the Holocaust and immigrated to Cleveland in 1950 with his parents, Rabbi Jacob and Esther (nee Genuth), and late brother Julian (Etole). He was also brother of Moses (deceased). After serving in the US Army, he took advantage of the GI bill, gained US citizenship, earned his Bachelor’s degree in history from Ohio State University and then his JD from Cleveland Marshall Law School.
During this time, he met and married his beloved wife Gloria (nee Wolberg). They were married for 62 years, and together raised a beautiful family. He is survived by his loving daughters Michelle (Robert Fagan), Elisa (Robert) Kahan Ettinger and Laura (Ira Harth), and cherished grandchildren Calla and Arlo Kahan-Fagan, Olivia and Aaron Ettinger and Ariella and Samuel Kahan-Harth. David had a general law practice for over four decades, and was a lover of antiques, travel, art, and classical music. David was a faithful and active member of the Jewish community.
Graveside service Friday January 27 at 10:30 a.m. at the Mt. Olive Cemetery 27855 Aurora Rd., Solon. Shiva will be held at 3486 Rolling Hills Dr, Pepper Pike, beginning Saturday 6:30-8:30 p.m, Sunday and Monday 2-4p.m. and 6:30-8:30 p.m, and Tuesday and Wednesday 2-4 p.m. Friends who wish may contribute to Congregation B’Nai Jeshurun or the Cleveland Museum of Art.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.berkowitzkuminbookatzfunerals.com for the Kahan family.
