Anne P. Heldman

ANNE P. HELDMAN CINCINNATI – Heldman, Anne Jacqueline, nee Pohs, age 95, died January 10, 2024. Anne was born March 15, 1928 in White Plains, New York to Max and Evelyn Pohs. She was predeceased in 2008 by her loving husband of 58 years, George L. Heldman. Anne spent her entire adult life in Cincinnati where she was a very active volunteer. Her lifelong love of classical music was formed during her childhood in Westchester County, NY where she studied and played violin. Anne became a major benefactor to the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra and a longtime CSO board member. Anne sponsored its Lollipop Concerts and the Linton Series Peanut Butter and Jam sessions for young children. She was the recipient of the Voices of Giving Award in 2017 for her many contributions to CSO and its young people’s concerts and remarked at the time: “I still get a kick out of seeing all the kids at the concerts and their excitement about hearing orchestra music for the first time.” Anne established the Jewish Family Service Heldman Family Food Pantry on the Cincinnati campus of Hebrew Union College. In addition, she launched the Heldman Scholarship Fund at JVS Careers for incoming Tri-State college students. Anne was also very involved with and a great supporter of Planned Parenthood, CET and Jewish Federation of Cincinnati, among many other nonprofit organizations. The American Jewish Committee honored her with its 2017 Community Service Award for her civic engagement. She was a superb role model to her family regarding the importance of giving back to the community. Anne was a fine bridge player and loved traveling the world with George. She was a loving and devoted wife, mother, daughter, sister, grandmother and great-grandmother. She is survived by her three children, Paul (Deborah Kirshner), Fred (Patti) and Roger (Julie) of Cincinnati; seven grandchildren: Liana (Jared Kraemer), Alex, Madeleine, Matthew, Michael, Adam (Jamie) and Erin Cooper (Andrew); and three great-grandchildren: Henry, Eli and Sophie. She also leaves behind many nieces, nephews and cousins. She was predeceased by her older sister Jean Golden, who passed away in 2011. PRIVATE SERVICES will be held. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra, CET, Planned Parenthood or the charity of one’s choice.

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Anne P. Heldman

March 15, 1928 - January 10, 2024