Obituaries

94, of Newton after a brief illness.  Beloved husband of the late Pearl (Itkin) Stone.  Beloved son and only child of Philip and Mary (Silverman) Stone of Brookline.  Father of James and his wife Rose of Bolton, Carolyn and her husband David Lilien of Irvine CA, and David and his wife Joan of Milford.  Survived by 11 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren. Paul was born in late 1919 in Boston during the Great Influenza epidemic.  His middle name of Mitchell was after Mitchell Freiman, an early director of the West End House boys club in which Paul’s father Philip was very active.   Mitchell died in the epidemic.  Paul attended the Boston Public Schools, including Boston Latin School and graduated from Boston University in 1941.  He passed the CPA exam in 1942 on his first attempt. In 1943 Paul joined the US Navy and served in the Central Pacific during the Second World War as an officer on board the Destroyer Escort U.S.S. Waterman (DE 740).  The Waterman was awarded 8 battle stars, far more than the average Destroyer Escort.  He and his ship experienced the historic Typhoon Cobra of 1944 (after viewing the movie “Perfect Storm” he declared that the movie’s storm sequences “weren’t scary enough.”)  He was discharged in 1946.  Paul was proud of his military service and maintained contact with many shipmates over the years.  He was an active member of DESA (Destroyer Escort Sailors Association) and one of the oldest surviving officers. Soon after the war, Paul received his Law degree at Northeastern in 1949, under the GI Bill, and began his own Accounting business, originally in Boston then Newton and eventually Natick.  He grew the business organically and by acquisition over the years into what is now known as the firm of Stone and Paul. Always active in professional organizations, he was a Mason (Everett C. Benton Lodge, in Boston) and an active member of the Rotary Club of Newton for over 30 years. Services will be private; donations can be made to The Rotary Foundation, 14280 Collections Center Dr., Chicago, IL 60693 – www.rotary.org

died on November 26, 2013.  He passed as he wished to, at home, with his son Ron by his side, a promise kept. He was 91 years old.

Ron was born on October 3, 1922, in Tatamagouche, Nova Scotia.  He was the middle child of five, born to Robert and Elizabeth (Waugh).  He was the last surviving sibling.  Ron lied about his age and joined the Royal Canadian Army Service Corps at the age of 16.  He was later attached to the 3^rd Division, 14^th Field Ambulance Service as a Dispatch Rider, the beginning of his enthusiasm for motorcycles.  Ron participated in Operation Overlord on D-Day, serving in France from 1940-1945.  He was highly decorated.

It wasn’t long after the war ended that Ron immigrated to the United States and moved to Needham, MA. It was a proud day when he became a US citizen. He first worked for the William Carter Company on Highland Ave. Then, he was hired by the Kitchen Exhaust Fire Protection Company in 1953, later becoming the owner/President.  It remains a family business today, with son Ron and granddaughter Kelly. Ron was also a member of the Norfolk Lodge A.F & A.M., and a Shriner.  He looked forward to the Needham July 4^th parade to ride his Harley with the Shriners.

It was on a blind date that he met his future wife, Etta Whitaker.  He thought she was beautiful, she thought he talked funny. They married December 15, 1951.  They spent all of their time together, working side by side in the family business, raising their two children, never tiring of each other.  Etta even rode on the back of Ron’s beloved Harleys on occasion.  Upon retirement, they travelled extensively in their motor homes. They saw every state in the United States except Hawaii, and every Canadian province. Ron and Etta lived in Needham for most of their married life.

Ron is survived by his wife of 61 years, Etta, son Ronald W. and daughter-in-law Karen, daughter Debra and her husband Brian Kelly. Ron was a proud grandfather (“Bubby”) to Kelly, Ronald B (R.B.), Kevin Langille, Brendan and Shealan Kelly.  He was also Bubby to great-grandchildren Leah and Charlie Collins.

He will be missed.

Cooperstein-Sylvia (Singer), of Dedham, formerly of Randolph, MA, on November 28, 2013. Beloved wife of the late Mitchell Cooperstein. Devoted mother of Dr. Gerald Cooperstein and his wife Myrna, Barbara Curtis and friend Chuck Schweiger, and Paula Larkin and her husband Edward. Dear grandmother of Andra Hutchins and her husband Matthew, Jeffrey Cooperstein and his wife Tawnya, David Cooperstein and his wife Alisa, Jonathan Larkin, and Meredith Larkin-Saylor and her husband Michael. Proud great grandmother of Eliana, and Grace. Services at Temple Beth Am, (871 North Main St., Randolph), on Tuesday, December 3, 2013 at 11 am. Following interment, memorial observance will be at the home of Barbara Curtis until 8 pm and Wednesday 1-5 & 6-8 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be made to Hebrew SeniorLife, C/O Newbridge on the Charles Activity Fund, 7000 Great Meadow Rd., Dedham, MA 02026.

Itzkowitz-Elliott, of Natick, MA, on November 26, 2013. Beloved husband of Deborah (Goldstein) Itzkowitz. Devoted father of Joel and Marc Itzkowitz. Loving brother of Gloria Strasnick and Stanley Itzkowitz. Graveside services at Framingham-Natick Jewish Cemetery (20 Windsor Ave., Natick, MA), on Friday, November 29, 2013 at 1 pm. Following interment, memorial observance will be at the home of Joel Itzkowitz until 7 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to, Dana Farber Cancer Institute, 450 Brookline Ave., Boston, MA 02115.

Age 71, of Needham, MA, died peacefully in his home from cancer, after living with the disease for 17 years. Husband of Ruth, father to Aaron and Marla, grandfather to Adria, Fraser and Eric.  Brother of Susan Keenberg and Ronni Rittenhouse. He was a 1964 graduate of M.I.T. and 1968 Rutgers University PhD majoring in civil engineering. He had his own computer consulting business active up to the month before his death on November 14, 2013. His greatest joy was his family and playing percussion in the klezmer band Shir Madness.Services were private. Expressions of sympathy may be made to Dana Farber Cancer Center, Boston, MA or to Good Shepherd Community Care, 90 Wells Ave,  Newton, MA 02459.

WORCESTER – Howard R. Lurier, 83, of 27 Summerland Way, died on Tuesday, November 26,2013, at the Jewish Healthcare Center, after an illness. He leaves his wife of 56 years, Dorothy L. (Feingold) Lurier, a son, Peter Lurier of Shrewsbury; a daughter, Ellen Lurier, wife of Jim Anderson of Sutton; a brother, Edward Lurier and his wife, Joan, of Palm Beach Gardens, FL and three grandchildren, Joshua, Jeremy and Carly Lurier. He was born in Worcester,  a son of Eli and Miriam (Goodman) Lurier, was a lifelong resident of Worcester, and graduated Bentley College.

He was an Army veteran of the Korean War. As an investment financial advisor, he opened the investment firm of A.G. Edwards in Worcester and was its vice president for more than 30 of the 47 years he was in the investment field. He was a member of Temple Emanuel and was a member of Temple Emanuel’s Financial Committee for many years. He was a Past President of Mt. Pleasant Country Club. He was a member of the Jewish Healthcare Center and the Level Lodge of Masons. He was very fond of many local community organizations and supported many institutions that were in need. He was very family oriented and was a loving, caring, giving person from his heart. He loved his family, his dog, and a good cigar. He gave practical advice to his clients and to others when they needed it most. His family wishes to thank  the medical personnel at The Jewish Healthcare Center and The University of Massachusetts Hospital, for the wonderful care that Howard received from everyone.

FUNERAL SERVICES AT 12:00 NOON ON FRIDAY, NOV. 29, AT  TEMPLE EMANUEL SINAI, 280 MAY ST., UNDER THE DIRECTION OF RICHARD PERLMAN OF BREZNIAK RODMAN CHAPELS OF NEWTON. Burial will be in B’Nai Brith Cemetery. Immediately following  interment, memorial observance will begin at Temple Emanuel Sinai,  661 Salisbury St. Memorial Observance will continue Saturday 7- 9 pm and Sunday 2-4 & 7- 9 pm at his residence, 27 Summerland Way, Worcester. Memorial contributions may be made to a charity of the donor’s choice .

Irwin Rosenthal-Of Boynton Beach, FL, on November 25, 2013.Beloved husband of Karen-Lee Rosenthal. Devoted father of Stuart and his wife Marisol, and Romy and her husband Kyle Karakostas. Dear grandfather of Derek and his wife Ashley,Chad and his wife Mariah and Makani .Great grandfather of  Conner .Dear brother in law of Sonny. Graveside services on Sunday December 1, 2013 at 12:45 pm.

Israel-Anita, of Carlisle, MA, on November 26, 2013. Beloved wife of Robert Macauley. Devoted step mother of Robin Dixon of MD, Kevin Macauley of TX, and Amber Leddy of RI. Dear grandmother of Katie Cooper, Rebecca Dixon, Hansen & Vivian Chao, Evelyn Chao Macauley, and Kyle & Jonathan Leddy. Loving sister of Sharon Rosen of Israel, Dina Nisser of Israel, Theodore Israel of PA, and the late Hadassah Harris. Anita is survived by many loving nieces and nephews. Services at Temple Beth Israel (25 Harvard St., Waltham, MA), on Friday, Nov. 29, 2013 at 10 am. Following interment at Beth Israel Memorial Park (190 South St., Waltham), shiva will be at her late residence on Friday until 4 pm, Saturday evening and Sunday. In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be made to Neuro-Oncology at Dana Farber Cancer Institute, 450 Brookline Ave., Boston, MA 02215, or Hadassah, 200 Reservoir St., Suite 103, Needham, MA 02494.

Gary Sherman-of Chestnut Hill, on November 21, 2013. Beloved father of Karen Sherman and Adriane Sherman and her husband, Michael O’Keefe. Adored and loving grandfather of Daisy and Portia. Loving companion for 21 years of Judy Davidson and children, Alan, Jeffrey and wife, Susan, Michael and wife Barbara, Peter and wife Carin and her grandchildren, Erielle, Rachel, Samantha, Zac, Jenna, Brett, Joshua, Kayla & Blake. Loving brother of Freddi and Joey Middleton. Former husband of Diana Sherman. Gary was a 54 year associate of Abbott-Action Inc. and a veteran of the Korean War. Services at Temple Beth Avodah, 45 Puddingstone Lane, Newton on Sunday, November 24, 2013 at 12 noon. Following interment in Sharon Memorial Park. Shiva at the Chestnut Hill Towers, Community Room, South Building, 250 Hammond Pond Pkwy, Chestnut Hill, MA until 7 pm Sunday. Monday 2-4 & 7-9 pm. In lieu of flowers remembrances to Lowell Schnipper Cancer Research Fund at BIDMC, 330 Brookline Ave., Boston, MA 02215 or Hebrew Senior Life, 1200 Centre St., Boston, MA 02131.