Obituaries

Michael M Davis of Newton, MA passed away suddenly and unexpectedly on Sunday, April 10,2022 at Newton-Wellesley Hospital.  Michael was born in Brooklyn, NY in 1939 to Manuel and Zelda (Krugman) Davis.  He grew up with his brother, Roger Davis, and his first cousins Marilyn and Jeff Krugman. The family later moved out to Long Island where he graduated from Minneola High School.  He then earned a B.A. and an Sc.B. from Brown University before earning his LL.B. from Yale Law School and his LL.M. from Boston University, where he later taught courses in tax law.

Michael practiced as a Tax Attorney for Sullivan & Worcester in Boston for over 55 years and was still working full-time at the time of his passing.  He was routinely honored as one of the top Tax Attorneys in the country, achieving recognition from many organizations including Boston Magazine, Best Lawyers in America, Chambers USA, and Super Lawyers (among many others).  He advised countless closely-held businesses, real estate owners, and holders of substantial liquid assets for whom he was a valued and trusted advisor.

At age 13, Michael met 12-year-old Beth Gordon at Camp Berkshire in Connecticut. Ten years later, they were married. Over the course of their 58-year marriage, they had two children, Daniel R. Davis and Jonathan G. Davis and four grandchildren, Zoë, Marc, Josh, and Emma.  Michael was a devoted father and grandfather who remained active in his children’s and grandchildren’s lives, attending sporting events, reading with them, taking bicycle rides, going to museums, and enjoying wonderful family dinners.

Michael was an avid cyclist, taking regular bicycling trips all over the world.  As a younger man, he was an excellent golfer, played tennis and squash, and enjoyed running, often participating in 5K races for Sullivan & Worcester.  He was extremely charitable and, as a passionate advocate for the State of Israel, served on the Executive Board of the American Jewish Committee. He was also an avid supporter of the Friends of the Israeli Defense Forces.

Funeral Services will be held Wednesday, April 13, 2022 at 11:00 am at Temple Beth Elohim, 10 Bethel Rd., Wellesley, MA, followed by a graveside burial at Crawford Street Memorial Park, 776 Baker St., West Roxbury.  In lieu of flowers, donations in Michael’s memory may be made to the American Jewish Committee (www.ajc.org) or The Multiple Sclerosis Society (www.mss.org).

Edith M. Kaplan-Of Lexington, passed away on April 7, 2022. Born in Malden to the late Rabbi Max Klatzkin and Anna (Weitzman) Klatzkin. A longtime member of Temple Emunah, Lexington. She is survived by her husband, Dr. Donald F. Kaplan and her son, Mark. She was the sister of the late Abraham Klatzkin. Private Graveside was held at Sharon Memorial Park on Sunday, April 10, 2022. Remembrances in her memory may be made to Hadassah,  1320 Centre St, Newton Centre, MA 02459.

Henry Newman, 96, of Dedham, MA, died April 5, 2022. He was born August 13, 1925 to Abraham and Bessie Newman in Boston, MA. He was raised in Revere, MA. Upon graduation from high school, he volunteered to serve in the army and fought in the Pacific during World War II. A beneficiary of the GI Bill, Henry received his BA in psychology from Boston University and his MBA from the University of Chicago’s Booth School of Business.

He married the late Muriel (Glaser) Newman, and raised two children in Revere and Swampscott: Madelyn (Newman) Morris and the late Dr. Melissa (Newman) Robichaud. Henry worked in various capacities as a Certified Public Accountant, such as preparing taxes and serving as an internal controller. The highlight of his career was his work as the Chief Financial Officer of the Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital. In recognition of his work at the Spaulding, Henry was named an incorporator of Partners Health Care, now Mass General Brigham.

After retirement, he moved to Florida with his second wife Barbara (Kramer) Newman, initially to the Indian Springs Community in Boynton Beach and then to the Frenchmen’s Creek Country Club Community in Palm Beach Gardens. Henry enjoyed playing golf, tennis and bridge, studying the stock market, spending time with family and friends, and traveling the world by car, cruise ship, commercial airlines and private jet.  The last stop on his journey was Newbridge on the Charles in Dedham, MA where he made many wonderful friends

Henry is survived by his devoted daughter Madelyn Morris of Newton MA; his loving granddaughters: Rachel Robichaud of Pawtucket, RI, Merrill Robichaud of Charlestown, MA, and Sabrina Robichaud of Boston, MA; his dear grandsons: Martin Morris of Rockville, MD and Adam Morris of Sharon, MA; his great-grandchildren: Jared and Samuel Morris of Rockville MD, Zoe and Jillian Morris of Sharon MA; his niece Sherri (Baker) Botticelli of Boynton Beach, FL; his step children: Melinda Kramer, of Chicago, Ill and Samuel Kramer of Quincy MA; and Melinda’s children: Alex Ernst of Chelsea MA and Eden Ernst, of Boulder Colo. He was preceded in death by his first wife Muriel (Glaser) Newman, his parents: Abraham and Bessie Newman, his sister Sylvia (Newman) Baker, his daughter Dr. Melissa (Newman) Robichaud, his niece Dale (Baker) DiCarlo, and his second wife Barbara (Kramer) Newman.

The family will have a private graveside service on Friday, April 8, 2022. Visiting hours will be held at the home of Madelyn Morris on Sunday, April 10, 2022 from 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital.

Schulkind, Pearl, of Peabody, MA, formerly of Natick, MA, Brooklyn, NY, and Queens, NY, passed away April 2, 2022 at the age of 92. Beloved wife of the late Herbert Schulkind for 60 years. Devoted mother of Judy Photenas, Richard Schulkind, and his wife Sharon. Cherished grandmother of Lisa Schulkind and her husband, Paul Gaggl, Matthew Schulkind and his wife, Hayley, Jennifer Photenas and her husband Damion Poitier, and Andrew Photenas, and his wife,  Ana. Proud great-grandmother of Maya Gaggl, Blake Schulkind, Joan Schulkind, Alena Poitier, D’artagnan Poitier, Eva Photenas, and Andros Photenas. Funeral services private.

Dangel, Barbara (Hochman), formerly of Needham and Dover passed away peacefully on April 2, 2022. Beloved wife of Steven Dangel. Devoted mother of Jeffrey Dangel, Lori Wickham and Rob Dangel.  Proud grandmother of Julia, Zach, Jordi, Dylan, Sarah, Annie, and Kyle. Funeral service at Sharon Memorial Park, 40 Dedham St., Sharon, MA on Tuesday, April 5, 2022 at 2 pm. Following interment, memorial observance will be at the home of Rob Dangel and on Wednesday 5-8 pm.  In lieu of flowers, donations in Barbara’s memory may be made to the American Stroke Association, www.stroke.org or the Alzheimer’s Association, www.alz.org.

Schaffer, George of Maynard, MA formerly of Acton, MA passed away April 2, 2022. Beloved husband of Carolee (McNeil) Adams. Loving father of Lynne Adams, and Hannah Cross and her husband Keith. Proud grandfather of Nigel and Harper Cross, Camryn Adams, and the late Stratton Adams. Uncle of Howard Schaffer. George leaves beloved cousins Steve and Warren Austerer, and Ellen, Bruce, and Rachel Leicher, sister-in-law and brother-in-law Beverly and Forrest Nelson, and their children Christine and Greg. George was born in 1928  in Vienna, Austria to Otto and Hedwig (Gruenfeld) Schaffer. He had an older brother, Arthur. The family lived quite peacefully there until Hitler and his troops invaded Vienna and took over Austria in 1938. George and Arthur were sent on the kindertransport for protection in England, where they lived for a year. Eventually, both parents were able to join the boys and  traveled to the United States. George attended Brooklyn Technical High School and then New York City College in preparation for his career as an electrical engineer. The second part of his work life was spent as a writer and editor for McGraw-Hill magazine American Machinist. His passions included choral singing,  travel exploring nature, and his reclamation of Jewish Heritage through the Congressional Beth Elohim in Acton MA. George adored his family and always supported every member with his whole open heart. He married Carolee in 1993 and became a loving father to Lynn and Hannah. He was a dedicated grandfather to Stratton of blessed memory, Camryn,  Nigel and Harper. Funeral services at Congregation Beth Elohim, Acton, MA on Friday, April 8, 2022 at 11 am. In lieu of flowers, donations in George’s memory may be made to Temple Beth Elohim, 133 Prospect St., Acton, MA 01720.

Gerald “Jerry” Ginsberg

Leader in the Recycling Industry

Gerald “Jerry” Ginsberg of Boston passed away, peacefully, surrounded by family, at his residence on Friday, April 1, 2022, after a brief illness. He was 92 years old.

Born in Boston, he was a devoted son to the late Bernard and Sadie Ginsberg. Jerry was the President of B. Ginsberg and Co., a scrap metal and paper recycling company in Boston, founded by his father Bernard. He was an early leader in the recycling business and his famous phrase was “Recycling makes dollars and sense.”

Jerry lit up every room he entered, whether it was a business meeting or numerous clubs he belonged to and the restaurants he frequented. Jerry loved to travel and spend time with his many friends.  Always willing to lend a hand to countless organizations and people who needed help and guidance, Jerry never said no.

He was a 60-year member of Temple Emeth of Chestnut Hill, President of The Sheptatovker Cemetery Association, Consolidated Lodge of Masons, and The Jewish Community Center of Greater Boston.

Jerry was the beloved husband of the late Cynthia (Meyers) Ginsberg and the best father to Candy Ginsberg and his cherished granddaughter Brittany Dunkless. He was also the devoted brother of the late Evelyn Ginsberg.

Services will be held at Temple Emeth, 194 Grove St., Chestnut Hill, on Sunday, April 3, 2022 at 11:30 am. Interment will follow at Shepatovker Cemetery, Baker St. West Roxbury. In lieu of flowers remembrances may be made to Dana Farber Cancer Institute, P.O. Box 849168, Boston, MA 02284.

Evelyn R. Stavis (Frank) of Newton. Beloved mother of Linda Rich and her husband Ernest and Leonard Stavis and his wife Kathy. Devoted sister of Lester Frank and his wife Cynthia and the late Samuel Frank, Abraham Frank and Pearl Revis. Dear aunt and great aunt of many caring nephews and nieces. Funeral Services will be private.

Morris Samuel Shubow of Quincy and Needham, MA passed away with family by his side on March 22, 2022 at the age of 78. He was born in White Plains, NY to the late Rabbi Leo Shubow and Pauline (Kniznik) Shubow. Morris earned an undergraduate degree from the University of Massachusetts at Amherst and a JD from Boston College Law School. He practiced family law for all of his professional career. Morris is survived by his beloved partner Nancy Teel, loving children Kimberly Burd (Jeffrey), Amanda Gold (Brad), David Shubow, and Michael Shubow, as well as his adoring grandchildren Sarah Burd, and Samantha and Jack Gold. He is also survived by his cherished sister Dorothy Nelson (Jim), brother Charles Shubow (Lisa) as well as many nieces and nephews. Services are private. Donations in his memory may be made to the Lewy Body Dementia Association, Inc.

Ava S. Bubly aged 60 of Sharon, MA passed away on March 22 after a ten-year battle with breast cancer. She leaves her mother Gloria Bubly and sister Berylee Bubly of Sharon, a brother Gary Bubly, MD and his wife Karen Smigel, MD of Somerset, MA, and niece Alison Bubly and her husband Adam Feinstein of Jamaica Plain, niece Rachel Bubly, MD and her fiancé Daniel Pfeffer of Long Island City, NY, as well numerous aunts and cousins. She is pre-deceased by her father Daniel Bubly of Sharon.

Ava graduated from the Sharon Alternative High School in 1979 and then Brown University where she majored in theater arts. She then attended UCLA film school where she studied computer graphics and computer animation. She worked in Los Angeles, then moved to a job in New York city for two years before returning to work at Metrolight in Los Angeles.  Her work drew her to live and work in Taiwan before returning to the east coast. Her computer graphics work appeared in several movies, commercials, and notably the 1992 flying Olympics logo graphics.

Ava loved nature and wildlife, from the domestic baby ducks and chickens she raised, to the wild turkeys, ducks and geese that were abundant at her family’s yard.

Ava’s battle with breast cancer was truly remarkable. That she hung on for a decade was truly a story of epic survival and wonderful medical care.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to breast cancer research would be appreciated:  Dana Farber Cancer Institute, P.O. Box 849168, Boston, MA 02284.

Services will be private.