Obituaries

KLINE, Gloria Haywood (Zeitler), 94, of Stuart, FL, formerly of Hyannis, MA, passed away peacefully on February 6, 2021. Beloved wife of the late Bernard Kline. Loving mother of Stephen Zeitler (Caren), Robin Santarlasci (Vincent), Sheryl Zeitler, Jeff Zeitler, Cynthia Kline, and Louis Kline (Deborah). Loving stepmother of Linda Davidson (Herb) and Jonathan Kline. Cherished grandmother of 8, great-grandmother of 7, and  several nieces and nephews. Loving sister of Eunice Bishop and the late Hilda Alperin.

Graveside services will be private.  A memorial service will take place at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to a charity of your choice.

Alan Greenstein was born and raised in Chelsea, MA. He lived in Mashpee, and in southern California. He passed away on February 4, 2021 at the age of 84. He  graduated  Chelsea High School in 1953 and  Mass College of Pharmacy in 1957. He was a pharmacist for many years and worked into his eighties.  During his retirement he volunteered at the local hospital. He was a devoted husband of the late Bette for almost twenty-one years. He is survived by his daughter Amy Rothstein and stepdaughter, Laurel Hauser and her husband John, twin brother Erwin Greenstein and his wife, Marsha. He is survived by his grandchildren, Shayna Rothstein, John Hauser, Alexandra Kruip, Chase Hauser and Morgan Johnson. Also survived by his nephews, Gary and Ira Greenstein, their wives Deborah and Amy, and many cousins, great-nieces and a great- nephew.

In his younger days, Alan enjoyed playing baseball. Since his teen years, he was an avid swimmer, spending many summers in Winthrop and Nantasket Beach. Alan’s favorite sport was golf, whether on the east or west coast, and he played at some of the best courses. He was a very involved member of the Masons. Over the years he and his wife loved to travel, spend time with friends, watch tennis matches, and were involved in many charity events.

His laugh and fun-loving personality will be missed by so many family members and lifetime friends.

Funeral service will be private.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Alan’s memory may be made to the Greater Boston Food Bank, or the MSPCA, Boston, MA.

Cutler, Lucille “Lucy” H. of Brockton, 82, passed away peacefully having been surrounded by her loved ones in her last hours.  Lucille was married to the late Edward Label Cutler for 51 years.  She is surved by her 3 children, son Philip Cutler and his wife Karen Cutler of Stoughton, daughter Lisa (Cutler) Graff and her husband Michael Graff of North Easton, and son Michael Cutler and his wife Gretchen Cutler of Brockton.  Lucille leaves 8 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren.

Lucille will be remembered for her beautiful smile and warm loving nature.

May she rest in peace.

Burial will be private.

Donations in her name may be made to the Animal Protection Center of Southeastern Massachusetts 1300 w Elm St. ext., Boston, MA 02130.

Wendy Moskow Norton (z’l), June 30, 1946-February 2, 2021.

Beloved daughter of Rosamond and Abraham Moskow (z’l), sister, niece, aunt, mother, and grandmother. Survived by her siblings, Michael Moskow, Marina Moskow Kaufman, Jeremy Moskow; children, Maya and Elias Norton, and grandchildren, Aviv and Ariel Arendt. She spent many years devoted to the care of her parents.

Wendy was a librarian and social worker dedicated to low-resourced and urban communities. A friend to children. Gave countless hours to volunteering with Meals on Wheels and Little Brothers of the Elderly, built homes with Habitat for Humanity in Mississippi and Mexico. Her last job, which she loved, was at the Brockton Neighborhood Health Center where she primarily worked with women of Cape Verdean origin.

Loved dancing and music (especially Israeli music and Zydeco), hiking, kayaking, and cross-country skiing. Until cancer took her, she lived a strong, healthy, and active life, always moving and dynamic. Infectious smile and laugh.

Favorite stories were about the Lowell Mill girls, Jewish families in the New York tenements during the last centuries. Cared about the lives of working class folks and immigrants. Living in Harlem in the 1960s was a highlight of her life. Lifelong Democrat and voter.

Mischievous little sister to doting older brothers and sister. Giver of excellent presents to her nieces and nephews. Treasured her role as an aunt.

Predeceased by her partner, George Edward Robare (z’l); uncle and aunt, Herb and Janice Fleisher Kopins (z’l), sister-in-law, Donna Melnick Moskow (z’l), and nephew, Ken Moskow (z’l).

Donations in memory of Wendy Norton: United Negro College Fund and RAICES: Refugee and Immigrant Center for Education and Legal Services.

Due to quarantine restrictions, a private family service will be held at Sharon Memorial Park.

Linda (Bloom) Yampolsky entered into eternal rest on January 31, 2021. Born December 6, 1942 in Winthrop MA, daughter of the late Esther (Covitz) and Edward R. Bloom. She is survived by her loving husband of 58 years Les, and their five children and their spouses, Evan and Debbie Yampolsky of Ashland, Susan and Andy Case of Avon, CT, Beth Yampolsky of Needham, Lisa Renwick of West Orange, NJ and Jay and Anne Yampolsky of Corenlius, NC. Adoring Mimi of Ethan and Kayla Case, Emma and Matthew Renwick, Lily and Skye Yampolsky, and Jessica and David Yampolsky. Devoted sister to Jerry Bloom and his wife, Ruth, of Israel. Loving cousin, aunt and family favorite to many. Cherished and dear friend to a special group whose bond spans her lifetime of laughter, love and happiness. Linda loved hosting family gatherings, vacation excursions to Aruba and spending the summer months enjoying family and friends at Ogunquit Beach, Maine. May her memory be a blessing and a comfort to her family and friends and to those whose lives
she enriched with her kindness and grace. A private family service will be held at Temple Beth Shalom, Needham where her family
has been a member for 50 years. In lieu of flowers, expressions of remembrance can be made to the Alzheimer’s Association,
ALZ.org or Temple Beth Shalom 670 Highland Avenue Needham, MA 02494. TBSNeedham.org/donate

A link to the Linda’s service ca be found here.

An online shiva minyan and opportunity to express condolences will take place on Saturday, February 6th at 7:30 pm.  To participate, please click here.

Those wishing to share written messages of sympathy, may do so by clicking here.

Don Ribatt of Mashpee, MA and Palm Beach Gardens, FL passed away on January 31, 2021 after a two year battle with cancer.  Loving husband of Roberta “Bobbie” Siegel Ribatt. Adoring father of Gregg Ribatt and his wife Polly Ross Ribatt, and deceased daughter, Lisa Ribatt.  Cherished grandfather of Emily, Alexa and Jason Ribatt and loving family member of Priscilla Singleton-Eriyo.  Dear brother-in-law of Beverly Bloch and loving uncle to Jaime, Michael and Jessie Bloch.  Doting great-uncle to Ethan and Avery Bloch.  Loving cousin to Bobby, Ruthie and Vicki, Steven and Judy, Janet and Bob among many others.  Former senior executive in the footwear industry.  Was a life long special friend and family member to many.

Kozloff, Carolyn (Cassell) of Chestnut Hill passed away at home on January 29, 2021 after a long battle with cancer. Beloved daughter of the late Alex and Ruth Cassell. Survived by her dearly beloved son Anthony Kozloff of North Chelmsford, most cherished sister Elaine Hogan of CA, and her son Jason, beloved brother Stuart Cassell, his wife Mary Rose Cassell of MO and sons Ben and Joshua of WA. Also survived by loving cousins in CA, MA, and MO. A private graveside service was held on February 1, 2021 at Beit Olam Cemetery in Wayland. In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to the American Cancer Society, 30 Speen Street, Framingham MA, 01701.

Lana Michelle Sokolove, 73, of Needham, on Thursday, January 28,2021. Cherished and deeply loved Mother of Joanna Ross Kandel and her husband Bruce of Boca Raton, FL, and the late Adam Bascomb Ross. Beloved Grandmother (Gigi) of Ramsey and Roman Gale of Boca Raton, FL. Adored sister of Tony Summers and his wife Carol, Gene Summers and his wife Marcia, and Patty Lank and her husband, Johnny, all of Newton. Treasured daughter of the late Joe and Sybil Summers. She was also loved by many adoring nieces and nephews and lifelong, loyal, and dearest friends who are like family. There was no one more generous and caring than Lana with both her heart and her time. Her extraordinary beauty, grace, and shining light will be deeply missed. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Friends of Dana Farber, Lana Sokolove Fund, 450 Brookline Avenue, SW 120, Boston, MA 02215.

Service Recording:https://viewneral.zoom.us/rec/play/oCZuUd2DvYT6vlsYmX0_rda4vaQQMcaZDImMlxuCnfMCuW71wqu34TRbVPSMDL3R6WxIrSNIL0Xar34T.yzPFZGAVqhgI7znP

Burton W. Gerrig of Revere passed away peacefully in his home in Ashland, MA on January 28, 2021 at the age of 92 with his daughter by his side. By the many who knew him, he was known as Burt, Barry or Lefty and as Pa by his beloved grandchildren. Burt was born in Revere, MA on March 19, 1928. He was the son of Samuel and Rose Gerrig. He was the husband of the late Marcia Gerrig and father to his wonderful sons, Robert and the late Daniel Gerrig, and his cherished daughter Jennifer. Burt grew up in Revere, MA and raised his children in Marblehead. He was a veteran of the Korean War, an Attorney, and a trusted friend to many.  He spent most of his life practicing law in both Chelsea and Revere where many came to know him as Lefty and would often be seen walking the streets of Chelsea with a newspaper in hand. Burt was a loyal and trusted friend to many of those who had the pleasure of meeting him.

Burt was adored by his five grandchildren: Craig, Christopher and Brian Walsh of Medway, MA and Aylon and Ariella Gerrig of Leesburg, VA. He had no greater joy than watching his grandchildren’s endeavors, whether it was football, lacrosse, baseball, soccer, tennis or acting. You would often see Burt strolling the sidelines or cheering them on from the stands with a proud grandfather’s voice.

A graveside service will be held at Glenwood Cemetery in South Natick on Monday, February 1 at 12:00 PM.

Shiva will be private.

Allen M. Lieb of Salem, New Hampshire, formerly of Lynnfield/West Peabody MA died on January 27, 2021 at Holy Family Hospital, Methuen, MA, due to complications of Covid-19. He was 76 years old. He was the loving and devoted husband to Georgann Finberg Lieb, his wife of 33 years, and loving and devoted father of Benjamin A. Lieb and his wife Jessica Costigan Lieb of Salem, NH. His career as an architect spanned over 50+ years. He founded Allen Lieb Architects & Associates, PC. in 1980. Over the years, he received many design awards from prestigious groups such as Boston Society of Architects, Boston Architectural College, National Historic Preservation Society, and many more. He also served as a teacher and lecturer at institutions of higher learning such as the Boston Architectural College and Massachusetts College of Art.

Mr. Lieb was a patriot and a proud veteran serving in the US Coast Guard reserves. In addition he was co-founder of the Annual 4th of July Celebration in Lynnfield. Over the years his community service was varied and dedicated. He was an active volunteer in many capacities including volunteering for the Marblehead Police Department as a reserve Sergeant, Chairman of the Lynnfield School Building Committee, and Board member of the Cedar Pond Condominium Association. Mr. Lieb was a member of the Mount Scopus Lodge A.F. & A.M. and MA Consistory Scottish Rites 32 (degree) Mason and the Aleppo Temple A.A.O.N.M.S. Allen was a proud member of the American Legion Post 131 Lynnfield. Allen made friends wherever he went, especially his favorite, Home Depot!!!

In addition to his wife and son, Allen Lieb is survived by his loving sister-in-law Pauline Finberg of Peabody; Sister Beverly Hyde of Mashpee, Philip Hyde of the Netherlands, Marla Hyde, Mashpee and Nancy Garwood, Upton. Additional family members are David Lieb, Salem, MA and Julie Lieb, Marblehead, as well as many other loving relatives and friends.

Funeral services are private.

In lieu of flowers can be made to the New England Center and Home for Veterans, 17 Court Street, Boston MA 02108, or Friends of the Lynnfield Senior Center, Attn: Friends Donation, 525 Summer Street, Lynnfield, MA 01940.