Obituaries

Glasberg, Myron of Needham, MA passed away June 1, 2021. Beloved husband of Ina (Davis) Glasberg for 68 wonderful years. Devoted father of Rhonda Weiner and her husband Jeffrey, and Mark Glasberg and his wife Emily, and the late Evan Glasberg. Cherished grandfather of Marley and her fiancé Will, Jacob, Zakary & Nikki, Lindsay and her husband Joshua, Jackie, Hana, Rachel & Tyler, Samuel, and Abigail. Proud great grandfather of Harrison. Myron will always be remembered for his love for his family. Some of his favorite times were spending summers on Cape Cod with family and friends. Myron was a founding member of Temple Beth Shalom in Needham. May his memory forever be a blessing to all who knew and loved him. Funeral services at Temple Beth Shalom, 670 Highland Ave., Needham, MA on Friday, June 4, 2021 at 10 am. Masks are required to be worn in the building, parking available at 9:30 am.  In lieu of flowers, donations in Myron’s memory may be made to Temple Beth Shalom, 670 Highland Ave., Needham, MA 02494, or Dana Farber Cancer Institute, P.O. Box 849168, Boston, MA 02284.

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Cole, Roberta “Bobbie”, of Newton, MA passed away May 27, 2021. Beloved wife of the late Bernard “Bernie” Cole. Devoted mother of Russell (Karen), Justin (Denise), Jayce, Warren (Margie), Stuart (Yael), Kermit (Louisa). Predeceased by her children Clifford and Carol.  Loving grandmother of Cindy (Josh), Gregory (Andrea), Nina (Ted), Evan (Evelyn), Alana, Benjamin, Geoffrey (Julia), Samantha, Jacqueline. Proud great-grandmother of Felix, Amilia, Nero, Kaylee, and Halle.

Bobbie lived a vibrant, complex, wonderful life. She cared deeply for Bernie and devoted herself to raising and caring for their children, international students, neighbors and strangers from around the world. She never stopped moving, she taught, she knit, she cooked, she sang – the list never ends. She brought people together and loved with everything she had. Her big yellow house held dogs, cats, birds, a few two-legged friends and the bric-a-brac accumulated in a long life. With the help of Azam and Leonora, her last years were filled with life and love. She will be missed by many.

Due to current health restrictions, funeral services will be private. In lieu of flowers, donations in Bobbie’s memory may be made to Angell Animal Medical Center, 350 S. Huntington Ave., Boston, MA 02130.

Of Brookline, formerly of Sharon, died suddenly on May 27, 2021.  Born in Brooklyn, NY, Bernie grew up surrounded by his loving family.  He was a beloved brother, cousin, uncle and friend. He was the hardworking and devoted husband of the late Marilyn Zitofsky, father of Shari and Michael Churwin and Jodi and Haim Hazan and dear grandfather of Hannah, Ashley, Julia, Maya and Eli.

A private graveside service (with a livestream) will be held at Sharon Memorial Park on Tuesday, June 1, 2021 at 11:45 am.  The service can be viewed at :  here.    Memorial observance will be at the home of Michael and Shari Churwin Tuesday until 7 pm with an evening service via Zoom at 7:30 pm (Meeting ID: 876 4318 4026; Passcode: Bernie).  Shiva will continue in person on Wednesday from 6:00-8:30 pm.  In lieu of flowers, he would have appreciated a contribution to the Temple Ohabei Shalom Fund for Life Long Learning,1187 Beacon Street, Brookline, MA 02446.

WEISSMAN, Norman Born April 12, 1925 in Brooklyn, New York, died at his home in Brookline, Massachusetts on May 27 after a short battle with cancer. Prior to Brookline, Norman was a thirty-five year resident of Guilford, Connecticut. Norman grew up in Brooklyn, New York and attended Dartmouth College. During the Second World War he served as an Aviator in the U.S. Navy. After the war, he worked as a writer and director in Hollywood for the television and film industry. In the second half of his career, Norman worked as a screen-writer, creating scripts for public health and educational films. He wrote and produced more than 400 television series programs. His documentary films are archived at the Yale Beinecke Library. In his later years, he authored eight books published by Hammonasset House Books. Norman is survived by his wife of 49 years, Eveline Weissman of Brookline, Massachusetts. Norman and Eveline had their first date on May 18, 1972 and they often remarked that their first date never ended. Norman is also survived by his brother Seymour Weissman of Rochester, New York; his six children: Brian Weissman of Taos, New Mexico, Joel Weissman of Aspen, Colorado, Stephanie Monsanto and her husband Joe Monsanto of Taos, New Mexico, Rebecca Weissman of Ribera, New Mexico, Adrian Weissman and his wife Ariel Dunlap of Newton, Massachusetts, Joshua Weissman and his wife Ann Weissman of Arlington, Massachusetts; his ten grandchildren: Evan MacHardy and his wife Blue MacHardy, Jordan MacHardy and his wife Sonia MacHardy, Christina Rassizi and her husband Tony Vigorito, Adrian Monsanto, Daniel Weissman, Maria Weissman Martinez and her husband Dominic Martinez, Ada Weissman, Mae Weissman, Henry Weissman and Wilson Weissman; and his four great-grandchildren: Tyler MacHardy, Chloe MacHardy, Cosmo MacHardy, and Zia Vigorito-Rassizi. Norman was predeceased by his parents Emanuel and Alice, and his brother Bernard. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to your local public library.

Dolores (Lolly) Selenkow, age 93 of Newton and Marblehead, passed away peacefully in her home on May 26, 2021. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 55 years, Herbert A. Selenkow.

Lolly leaves behind a legacy of love of family and lifelong friendships. She was the devoted mother of Linda (Tom) Garnitz, BJ (Charles) Rippberger and Mark Selenkow. She was Giga to Jessica (Claudio) Baccari, Andrew (Marybeth) Garnitz, Matthew (Lauren Gallaspy) Rippberger, Peter (Tara Higgins) Rippberger and Gregory Rippberger. She also leaves three great grandchildren. Lolly will be remembered with each beach walk, ocean swim, tennis match or gym time taken by all those who knew and loved her.

Duker, Roberta “Bobbie” Lillian (Katz) of Northboro, MA, formerly of Mineola, NY, Pittsburgh, PA, Buffalo, NY and Delray Beach, FL, passed away on May 20, 2021. Beloved wife of the late Jonathan J. Duker. Devoted mother of Jonina Duker and her spouse Alan D. Lichtman, Jay S. Duker and his wife Julie Starr-Duker, and Judith “Judy” Duker Rosenberg and her husband Ken Rosenberg. Cherished grandmother of Jacob and his wife Claire,  Benjamin “Bear” and his wife Becca, Sam and his wife Colette, Adam, Jess, Jared, and Elly. Great-Grandmother to Leo, Lily, and Jon. Graveside services at Mt. Ararat Cemetery, Farmingdale, NY. In lieu of flowers, donations in Bobbie’s memory may be made to Hadassah; hadassah.org, for whom she volunteered tirelessly and served as the City of Buffalo’s President among other many positions, and /or Alzheimer’s Association; act.alz.org, with the hopes of helping and preventing others from experiencing her and her family’s struggles over these past many years.

Ota-Susan Vogel (Buchman) of Hingham, MA, formerly of Parkchester/Bronx, NY, Boxborough, MA, Sudbury, MA and Plymouth, MA, passed away on May 20, 2021. Beloved wife of the late William T. Ota. Devoted mother of Gregory Vogel and his wife Rachelle of Stow, MA, Todd Vogel and his wife Deb of Newton, MA. Cherished grandmother of Chris and his wife Chelsea, Gabrielle, Erica, and Matthew. Proud great-grandmother of Gray. Loving sister of the late Carl Buchman and aunt to Andrew Buchman.  Caring relative to an extended family all across the world.

Susan was raised in the Bronx, NY.  She went on to graduate from Cornell University in 1964 and pursued a passion for education at the Harvard Graduate School of Education.  She shared her love of science with her thousands of students over the years at Woburn High School, Fitchburg High School, and Nashoba Regional High School.

Susan had a zest for life which she shared with all who came into contact with her.  She loved to travel, visit with her many friends and be surrounded by her children and grandchildren.

Susan credited her successful long fight with breast cancer to the outstanding care that she received at Dana Farber.  The doctors and nurses became like family to her over the past 20 years and her family is very grateful.

A private graveside service was held at Beit Olam East Cemetery. A memorial service will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations in Susan’s memory may be made to Dana-Farber Cancer Institute in memory of Susan Vogel Ota to support breast cancer research and patient care at:

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute
P.O. Box 849168
Boston, MA 02284
or via www.dana-farber.org/give

Sandler, Sandra (Davis), of Peabody, formerly of Randolph, MA, passed away May 19, 2021. Beloved wife of the late Louis Sandler. Devoted mother of David Sandler and his wife Audrey, and Ronald Sandler. Proud grandmother of Jonathan, and Steven Sandler. Loving sister of John Davis and his wife Sally. Please contact the family or Brezniak Funeral Directors regarding funeral services. In lieu of flowers, donations in Sandra’s memory may be made to the Northeast Animal Shelter, 347 Highland Ave., Salem, MA 01970.

Kreitzer, Sidney of Highland Beach, FL, passed away May 19, 2021. Beloved husband of Judith (Narefs) Kreitzer. Devoted father of Stewart Kreitzer, Stacey Kreitzer, and loving Step-father of Marjorie Braunstein. Proud grandfather of Jessica Kreitzer. Dear brother of the late Freddie Kreitzer. Services were held. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to Newton Wellesley Hospital c/o Vernon Cancer Center, 2014 Washington St., Newton, MA 02462, St. Luke’s Organic Garden, c/o Mary Andrade, 70 West Main St., Westborough, MA 01581, or Care Dimensions Hospice, 125 Winter St., Lincoln, MA.

Max Goldsmith of Newton, MA, passed away on May 18th at age 73 surrounded by family after a year-long battle with lung cancer.   Max is remembered for his laidback spirit, sharp wit, love of family and lifelong friendships.

Born to the late Robert Goldsmith, an apparel manufacturer from Brooklyn, NY, and the late Bernice (Kaplan) Goldsmith, an artist from The Bronx, NY.  Max was raised alongside his sisters Tina and Wendy in Fall River, MA.  He moved to Cambridge and then settled in Newton with his family while pursuing a career in banking.   Over the next 34 years he advanced through the Bank of Boston, Shawmut Bank, and State Street Bank before retiring just ahead of that decade’s financial crisis.  Returning to his roots, Max joined his lifelong friend Gene Laudon in Gene’s apparel manufacturing business in Fall River.

Throughout his career, Max was also an active and dedicated athlete.  He ran numerous road races and marathons, played competitive soccer on several teams into his mid-forties and coached youth teams, both local and travel.

But in the early 1990’s, no longer able to compete at soccer, he met two former players/coaches at a golf course. This set in motion the passion of his remaining years.   His golf buddies, the “Dawn Patrol” was at Newton Commonwealth Golf Course every day that there was “no snow on the ground and the wind chill was above 25.”  He cherished this ritual, along with his many golf tournaments and travels.  He was a man blessed with enduring friendships and wonderful memories.

Max’s greatest love was Bea, his wife of 53 years.  Together they raised their children Josh Goldsmith and Rachel (Goldsmith) Donovan.   Max adored his grandchildren, Chelsea and Alex Donovan, and never missed an opportunity to cheer them on at any field or hockey rink they played (no matter how far the drive or how blurry the live stream).

He is survived by his wife: Aline “Bea” (Romano), his son Joshua, his daughter Rachel Donovan and her husband Ryan, and grandchildren Chelsea and Alex.  Also survived by sisters Tina Goldsmith and her husband Danny Archer, and Wendy Goldsmith and her husband Kurt Wisneski, and their children Daniel Goldsmith, and Jordan Goldsmith and her wife Melissa Denmark, as well as countless cousins.  Max will be dearly missed, a treasured friend to all who knew him.

Services were private.  A Celebration of Life will be planned for every day that there is no snow on the ground and the wind chill is above 25.

Contributions can be made to the Francis Ouimet Scholarship Fund, 300 Arnold Palmer Blvd, Norton, MA 02766.