Obituaries

A true eishet chayel (woman of valor) and matriarch, Ruth Flink Ades passed away peacefully early Sunday morning, December 19, 2021, at her home, at the age of 89. She is survived by Alan, her loving husband of 68 years, her children Stephen, Philip (Ellen), Andrea Ades Woolner (Steven), and Sara Ades Goodwin, her brother Alan Flink (Renee z”l), her 19 grandchildren, 3 great grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews. Additional loved ones include her sisters and brother in-love Sherri Ades Falchuk (Kenneth), Richard Ades (Elaine), and Harvey, z”l (Rebecca).

Her love for her family, Judaism and Jewish tradition was infused in her every action throughout her life.  She loved people and made connections everywhere she went. She loved gardening, tennis, swimming and was a former teacher. Israel was very dear to her with each of her 44 visits with her husband over the years. Her generosity of spirit and love of Judaism led her to leadership roles in many Jewish organizations including Sisterhood, Federation and Hadassah.  Ruth’s involvement in prayer and synagogue activities were extensive and respected throughout communities where she resided beginning in New Bedford, Ma., Longboat Key, Fl., and most recently at Newbridge on the Charles in Dedham, MA.

The funeral service will be held on Monday, December 20, 2021, 1pm, at Temple Israel of Sharon, 125 Pond Street. Guests must be fully vaccinated and masked. Interment following at Sharon Memorial Park.

Donations in Ruth’s memory may be made to Temple Emanuel, 385 Ward St., Newton, MA. 02459, Hebrew Senior Life, Attn: Development Office, 1200 Centre St., Boston, MA. 02131 or Hadassah, 1320 Centre St., Newton, MA., 02459.

Miller, Elayne (Josephson), of Westwood, MA, passed away December 17, 2021. Beloved wife of James P. Miller. Devoted mother of Peter, Robert, and Richard Miller and grandmother of Alison, Brett, Carrie, and Jamey Miller. New great grandmother of Gianna Miller. Elayne was born to the late Philip and Irene (Suchow) Josephson on December 24, 1931, in The Bronx, NY and was very close with her sister, the late Theodora (Josephson) Alpert.

Elayne graduated from City College of New York and taught science and biology in NYC high schools. Later she was a teacher at the Paramus Co-op Nursery School. Elayne and her family moved to Paramus, NJ and later to Dover, MA, her home for 45 years. She was active in Paramus in the Bergen County Committee and in Dover as a Registrar.

Elayne was as kind, authentic, loyal, smart and witty as she was beautiful. She loved all animals (and insects) and made frequent visits to the Bronx Zoo in her youth. She was an avid reader of fiction and enjoyed playing sports. She was easy to be with. People were drawn to her, although she never sought to be the center of attention. Her focus and attention were always on her family; Jim, her husband of 69 years and her “boys” and grandchildren were all full-time beneficiaries of her unconditional love.

Services are private. In lieu of flowers, donations in Elayne’s memory may be made to Temple Beth David, 7 Clapboardtree Street, Westwood, MA 02090 or Alzheimer’s Association.

Paula R. Swartz- of Randolph, age 76, on December 17, 2021. Beloved wife of Melvyn Swartz. Daughter of the late Edward Ross and Helen(Cooper). Devoted mother Lisa and Robert Cruickshank and Marcy Swartz. Proud grandmother of Tyler and Ryan Cruickshank. Sister-in-law of Elaine and Norman Swartz. Loving aunt of Marc, David, and the late Steven Swartz. Great-aunt of Evan Swartz. Services at Temple B’nai Tikvah 1301 Washington St., Canton, MA on Sunday, December 19, 2021, at 10:30am. Interment following at Sharon Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be made to Dana Farber Cancer Institute, P.O. Box 849168, Boston, MA 02284 or www.dana-farber.org.

Macauley, Bob, of Carlisle, MA passed away December 14, 2021. Beloved husband of the late Anita Israel. Cherished and treasured father of Robin Dixon, Kevin Macauley, and Amber Leddy. Proud grandfather of Kyle Leddy, Jonathan Leddy, Katie Dixon, Kenneth Cooper Dixon, Rebecca Dixon, Hansen Chao, Vivian Chao, and Evelyn Macauley. Bob is survived by his companion Toni Wolfeman and a large myriad of friends. Funeral service at Temple Beth Israel, 25 Harvard St., Waltham, MA on Thursday, December 16, 2021 at 2 pm. Following interment at Beth Israel Memorial Park, memorial observance will be at Bob’s residence. In lieu of flowers, donations in Bob’s memory may be made to the charity of your choice.

Gerald Robert Barsh, age 80, of Brookline, MA, passed away suddenly on December 13, 2021.  Jerry was an extraordinary man.  He was committed, kind, honest and lived his life to the fullest.  Jerry was incredibly brave, courageous, and never wanted to burden anyone with his medical condition.  He showed unrelenting love and devotion to his wife, children, and grandchildren. His sparkling humor brought smiles and warmth to everyone he met.

Jerry was born to Dorothy and Phillip Barsh on April 18,1941 in Boston, MA.  Beloved husband of Karen (Gold) Barsh.  Devoted and loving father of daughter Jodie (Barsh) Sasse and her husband, Clay, and daughter Stephanie (Barsh) Krawchick and her husband, Todd.  Dearest and most wonderful PAPA to Daniel and Jacob Sasse and Lexa and Jenna Krawchick.  Loving brother of Lawrence Barsh and his wife Arlene.  Brother- in-law of Nannette Fay, Lila and Harry Glasky, Bob and Judy Gold and Herb and Judy Gold. Jerry was a very special uncle and great-uncle to many nieces and nephews whom he loved so much.

Jerry received his Undergraduate Degree from Boston University and his Master’s in Business from Babson College.  Jerry and his wife Karen worked together representing children’s clothing manufacturers.  Jerry got pleasure every day from his work.

A service will be held at the Chapel at Sharon Memorial Park, 40 Dedham St., Sharon, MA on Thursday, December 16, 2021, at 2:00pm.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Gerald’s name may be made to St. Jude Children’s Hospital or Make a Wish Foundation.

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Joseph B. Shrago, 90, of Boca Raton, passed away on December 12, 2021. Beloved husband of Sandra (Flanzbaum) Shrago. Devoted father to son Scott and his wife, Debbie, and daughter Halise and her departed partner Martha. Dear grandfather (Zayde) of Allison Spencer and Matthew Shrago. Proud great-grandfather (great Zayde) of Theodore Joseph. Also an uncle to many nieces and nephews. In his marriage to Sandra he extended his love to her children as his own. Devoted father to Michael and his wife Karen Margulis, Mindy Schreidell, and Lisa and her husband, Seth Grossman. Dear grandfather (Zayde) of Corey Margulis, Caitlin Bowman, Carly and Jordan Schreidell and Aiden Grossman, and  great-grandfather of Greta, Jamie, Caleb, and Polly Margulis and Nora and Maya Bowman. Joseph is predeceased by his first wife, Eileen Shrago, his parents, Samuel Shrago and Bessie Shrago and his brothers Irving “Lenny,” Daniel and Robert Shrago.

A graveside service will be held at Sharon Memorial Park, 40 Dedham St., Sharon, MA on Wednesday, December 15, 2021 at 10:45 am.  In lieu of flowers, donations in Joseph’s name may be made to Trustbridge Hospice of Palm Beach County or Cancer research for brain cancer.

Jeffrey G. Blau-Of Ft. Lauderdale, FL, formerly of Sharon, on December 10,2021. Beloved son of Sumner and his late wife Barbara. Devoted step-son to Emily Blau. Dear brother of Curtis, Richard and Andrew Blau. Dear step-brother of Joshua Rattet and Jennifer Schulman. Services are private. Remembrances in his memory may be made to Aids Action Committee, 75 Armory St., Boston, MA 02119.

KAUFMAN, Ruth, age 100, of Brookline, on December 9, 2021. Wife of the late George Kaufman. Mother of Susan Kaufman and her husband Ron Gluck, Peter Kaufman and his wife Carla Klaasens, and Paul Kaufman. Graveside service at Sharon Memorial Park, 40 Dedham St., Sharon, MA, on Tuesday, December 14, 2021 at 11:45 am. Donations in Ruth’s memory may be made to a charity of your choice.

May 27th, 1949 – December 8th, 2021

Arthur Jay Rodman, age 72, of Natick, MA, passed away peacefully on December 8, 2021.

Arthur was born to Isadore and Sybil Rodman on May 27, 1949, in Quincy, MA. After graduating North Quincy High School in 1967, he went on to build his career in the food industry, starting out at Stop & Shop and later joining his late brother, Barry and sister-in-law Barbara at Barry’s Village Deli of Waban, MA. For over 40 years, he passionately served the Newton community traditional Jewish delicatessen cuisine and was loved by his customers and employees.

Arthur loved spending time with his family and friends, had a passion for animals and attending sporting events for his favorite teams, the New England Patriots and the Boston Celtics. Arthur had a bright and energetic personality and was known for his sense of humor. He touched many lives with his generosity and passion for life.

Arthur is remembered by his wife Lisa, his daughter Sharyn and her husband Ted, his granddaughter, Brooke and his stepchildren Jennifer, Peter and Maria.

Communications can be sent to Lisa Rodman at Barry’s Village Deli, 6 Windsor Road, Waban, MA 02468. There will also be a guest book at the deli for messages to the family. Due to the health pandemic, a small, private service was held on Sunday, December 12, 2021. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to the American Diabetes Association.

Benjamin Gluck, of Newton, at 91 years, passed away on December 8, 2021.  Son of the late Menasha and Frimmet (Fogel) Gluck.   Loving brother to Betty Gluck and the late Sidney Goode, Marcus Gluck, Arthur Gluck, Bertha-Beth Snyder, Hyman Gluck and Millie Barron. Loving uncle to Mark Boyle and his wife Leah and great- uncle to Steven Boyle. He is also survived by many cherished nieces, nephews, and great-nieces and nephews.

Private service was held at Temple Emanuel.   Shiva will be private.   Donations in his memory may be made to the Salvation Army, 1500 Washington St., Boston, MA 02118.