Obituaries

Graveside service at Sharon Memorial Park, 40 Dedham St., Sharon, MA on Wednesday, June 6, 2018 at 2:45 pm.

Dolly Misch-of Wayland, May 31,2018. Beloved wife of the late Richard Misch. Graveside service at Lincoln Memorial Park, Warwick, RI, on Monday, June 4, 2018 at 12:00 noon.

Of Lexington, on May 31, 2018. Cherished son of Arthur Orenberg and the late Annabelle (Ellis) Orenberg of Lexington. Devoted father of Jessica Orenberg of Stoughton. Loving brother of Joan Orenberg of Coconut Creek, FL, and Ellen Chertov and her husband Leny of West Roxbury. Dear uncle of Mick and Alex. Service at Temple Emunah, 9 Piper Rd., Lexington, Sunday, June 3, 2018 at 12:00 noon. Interment in the Anshe Sfard Cemetery, 776 Baker St., West Roxbury. Shiva will be held at the home of Ellen and Leny Chertov following interment until 8 pm and Monday and Tuesday 4-7 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Cancer Society, 30 Speen St., Framingham, MA 01701.

Age 75, of Framingham, passed away May 30, 2018. Beloved wife of Michael. Devoted daughter of the late Mildred and David Lurensky of Newton. Proud mother of Jennifer Swidler of New York City. Longtime teacher at Angier School, Waban, MA. Services at Sharon Memorial Park Chapel, 40 Dedham St., Sharon, on Sunday, June 3, 2018 at 2:00 pm. Donations may be made to Dana Farber Cancer Institute, c/o Women’s Cancers-Breast Oncology, 450 Brookline Ave., Boston, MA 02215.

Of Naples, FL, on May 30, 2018. Beloved husband of the late Sandra S. (Rosenberg) Cooper. Graveside service at Sharon Memorial Park, 40 Dedham St., Sharon, Sunday, June 3, 2018 at 10:45 am.

Of Holden, formerly of Newton, passed away peacefully at his home on May 30th at the age of 61.

He was the cherished son of Roberta Cantor and the late Marvin Cantor. Devoted father of Sarah Cantor of Shrewsbury and Rebecca Cantor of Holden. Loving brother of Deborah Cantor Neipris of Needham. Dear uncle to Alison Neipris McGrath and her husband Patrick McGrath of Milton and Jonathan Neipris of Needham. Great uncle to Jameson and Jackson McGrath. He will missed by his dog Jack.

Michael attended CW Post and graduated from the University of Tampa. Michael cherished working closely with his father in business. He cared deeply for his family. Michael was an avid sports fan, had a love for animals, and loved attending concerts. He lived each and every day to the fullest and touched the lives of all of those he met. He will be greatly missed.

Graveside service at Sharon Memorial Park, 40 Dedham St., Sharon (gather at administration building), Sunday, June 3, 2018 at 2:45 pm. Shiva will be observed following the service until 8:00pm at the home of Alison & Patrick McGrath. Donations in Michael’s memory may be made to Dr. Phillipe Armands Research Program, c/o Dana Farber Cancer Institute, 450 Brookline Ave., Boston, MA 02215.

Peter Alan Rabinowitz – well known raconteur, businessman, passionate fly-fisherman, chef, traveller – died on May 27, 2018 in Boston, Massachusetts.

A master of the Executive Search business, Peter founded PAR Associates over 45 years ago and in that time influenced hundreds of organizations and individuals through building leadership teams in the public, private and not-for-profit sectors. Famously known as ‘the Rabbi’ within his chosen field, Peter’s impact on his clients, many of whom became life-long friends, was extraordinary; his favorite saying, “burn with a clear blue flame,” continues to guide many a career. His capacity for great friendship was boundless.

Fly-fishing was Peter’s passion; he loved nothing more than whiling away an afternoon at the Norfolk Trout Club or in New Zealand, the Bahamas, Montana and Argentina. Really, any stream would do – especially with his son, Jason, by his side.

When you met Peter, the first thing he would talk of was his love for his partner, Judith, and their remarkable life together commuting between Toronto and Boston, traveling near and far, attending all manner of artistic performances and events; and of a long, devoted friendship with Maynard and Suzanne Goldman.

Peter grew up in Brookline, MA, where he was born in 1944, the son of Joy and the late Samuel Rabinowitz. He attended Milton Academy and was a graduate of Lawrence University in Appleton WI, and the Jacob Hiatt Institute of Brandeis University. Throughout his life, he supported many charitable organizations including the Institute of Contemporary Art, American Jewish World Service, WGBH, and Landmarks Orchestra.

He is survived by his partner, Judith Gelber, as well as his mother, Joy Rabinowitz, son Jason Rabinowitz, daughter and son-in-law Lauren and Daniel Singer, grandchildren Aiden and Ariel Singer, his twin sister Wendy Gralnek, and brother-in-law, Maurice, and his brother Michael Rabinowitz.

In lieu of flowers, donations to the Judith Gelber & Peter Rabinowitz Fund at Canada’s National Ballet School (Toronto), or Research Fund c/o Dr. Glenn Bubley, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (Boston) would be most appreciated.

The Funeral will take place on Thursday, May 31, 2018 at 1:30 pm at Temple Israel, 477 Longwood Ave., Boston.

A celebration of life for Peter will take place in Toronto soon.

Polakoff, Blossom (Reyn), of Boca Raton, FL, formerly of Brookline, MA, passed away on May 24, 2018. Beloved wife of the late Eugene Polakoff. Devoted mother of Joyce Weiner, and Michael Polakoff. Proud grandmother of Kristina Polakoff. Loving sister of the late Phyllis Diamond. Graveside service at Sharon Memorial Park, 40 Dedham St., Sharon, MA, on Wednesday, May 30, 2018 at 11:45 am. In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be made to Trustbridge Hospice, 5300 East Ave., West Palm Beach, FL 33407.

Stephen M. Mindich, age 74, of Newton, Provincetown, and Boca Raton, FL, the founder of the Phoenix Media/Communications Group, passed away on May 23, 2018. Beloved husband to Judge Maria Lopez. Devoted father of Bradley Mindich and his wife Rachael. Dear brother of Bruce Mindich. Loving grandfather of Alex and Chip Mindich. Dear step-father of Michael Michaud; David Michaud and his wife Christen. Step-grandfather of Zachary, Lola and Michael Michaud.

Stephen’s extraordinary influence and impact is recognized locally, regionally, and nationally across media, the arts, politics, culture, technology, and social initiatives. He was tirelessly committed to excellence and creativity in all of his entrepreneurial endeavors, and equally as committed to free speech, social justice, and equality. Over his lifetime, his presence was often described and experienced as a force of nature, and he leaves a professional and personal legacy that is unmatched.

A celebration of Stephen’s life will be held at the Pine Brook Country Club, 42 Newton St., Weston, on Wednesday, May 30, 2018 from 4-7:30 pm. Donations in his memory may be made to the Anti-Defamation League, 40 Court St., #12, Boston, MA 02108.

Mikels, Charlotte (Shapiro), of Brookline, formerly of Newton and Chestnut Hill, passed away May 19, 2018. Beloved wife of the late Albert L. Mikels. Devoted mother of Richard Mikels and his wife Debbie, and Jack Mikels and his wife Rochelle. Dear grandmother of Allison Mikels, Robert Mikels, Amy Leshinsky and her husband Michael, Jennifer Mikels and her husband Daniel Murphy, Andrew Mikels, and Marisa Mikels. Proud great-grandmother of Rebecca and Hannah. Loving sister of the late David O. Shapiro. Two-decade career at Bloomindale’s in Chestnut Hill, serving as the Manager’s Assistant, working in all areas of shop; First independent-living resident at NewBridge on the Charles in Dedham; Ward coordinator for the Eugene McCarthy Presidential campaign in 1968; Founder and Superintendent of the Oak Hill Park Jewish Sunday School. Graveside service at Sharon Memorial Park, Monday, May 21, 2018 at 1:45 pm. Following services, memorial observance will be at the home of Jack and Rochelle Mikels, and will continue Tuesday, 2-4 pm, & 6-9 pm. Memorial observance will be held at the Home of Richard and Debbie Mikels, Wednesday, May 23rd, 2-4  & 7-9:30 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be made to Hebrew SeniorLife, c/o NewBridge on the Charles, 7000 Great Meadow Rd., Dedham, MA 02026.