Alexander Michael Levine Better known as Sandy, passed away peacefully on November, 22, 2024, at the age of 93. Born on October 16, 1931, in Brooklyn, New York, Sandy lived a life marked by action, commitment and a deep investment in the many friendships and connections he cultivated throughout his years. An accomplished athlete, Sandy was a fencer at the University of Pennsylvania, where he was a member of the AEPI fraternity. He later earned his MA at Columbia Business School. In his thirties, he took over the family business, Webster Spring, founded by his father, Mac Levine and led the company with determination and vision until its sale in 1989. Sandy then pursued a successful career as a venture capital investor through Waterline Capital. Sandy lived by the motto “do it now,” a philosophy that defined his approach to both life and relationships. He built and maintained a vast network of friendships, bringing people together for annual birthday celebrations and his much-loved Sunday dim sum gatherings in Boston’s Chinatown. Known for his generosity and unwavering honesty, Sandy was a steadfast supporter of those around him, offering his advice and perspective freely. His gruff outward demeanor often gave way to a surprising sweetness and a uniquely idiosyncratic sense of humor that left an indelible mark on all who knew him. A patron of the arts, Sandy supported the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, the Boston Chamber Music Society, and the Boston Symphony Orchestra, reflecting his enduring appreciation for creativity and culture. Sandy is survived by his wife, Rosemarie Bria Levine; his son, Alexander Mac Levine; his three grandchildren, Ezra Ky Levine, Violet Anne Levine, and Gabriel Finn Levine; his sister Joan Levine Freedman; and Margo Bik, his long-time personal assistant and trusted friend, whose dedication and support enriched his life for many years. He will be remembered for his remarkable ability to bring people together, his steadfast support of others, and the unique and unforgettable person he was. Donations in Sandy’s memory may be made to North Hill Retirement Community in Needham, Massachusetts.
Obituaries
Theodore Herzl Teplow
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Theodore “Ted” Teplow 1928-2024
Theodore Herzl Teplow, died peacefully on November 19, 2024 in Plymouth, MA. He is survived by four of his five children, Rachel, David, Evan and Jon. His daughter, Deborah, predeceased him in 2007 at the age of 46. His wife of 68 years, Charlotte, predeceased him in 2021 at 88. He is also survived by twelve grandchildren, Nathan, Alisha, Sophie, Lily, Sara, Harry, Benjamin, Maya, Daniel, Lucca, Tyler and Eliza; two great-grandchildren, Max and Charlotte, with one more on the way; and a sister, Carol. His brother, Josef, predeceased him in 1990.
His beloved family extends to his wife’s sister Muriel and her husband Moe, and their children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. Also, to his parents’ twelve siblings – in particular, the dynamic businessman and philanthropist Dewey David Stone.
He was a model father, devoted husband, loving grandfather, and unfailingly, a gentleman. He made sure to be home for dinner with his family every night and always helped with household chores. He was an excellent student, first in his class at both Brockton High School and the Merchant Marine Academy at Kings Point, NY. He was proud of his two years of service in the Korean War. He later joined the Naval Reserve, retiring at 65 at the rank of Commander.
After the war, he graduated from Harvard Business School and went to work at Crosby Valve and Gage, where he spent all his working life. The company prospered under his leadership with his able partner, cousin Hugh Stone. They shared that prosperity with the employees in one of the first employee stock ownership programs (ESOP). He got great pleasure seeing every Crosby employee earn significant windfalls when the company was acquired.
He delighted in philanthropic work. The Weizmann Institute of Science in Rehovot, Israel and Hebrew College in Newton, MA were central, a way to carry on the legacy of his Uncle Dewey and his father-in-law Dr. Harry Savitz, respectively. He took yearly trips to see what scientific advances they were making at Weizmann, often bringing children or grandchildren. His signature contribution at Hebrew College, where he served as Chairman of the Board, was in heading the presidential search committee that found David Gordis, who served for fifteen years and raised the college’s reach and standing.
He was never happier than when he was at his summer home on Cape Cod, raising the flag or shucking corn with his grandkids, and happiest of all when he was sailing his wooden Herreshoff, Safety Valve.
Funeral services will be at Congregation Or Atid in Wayland on Sunday, November 24, 2024 at 1:30pm. Burial will follow. Shiva will take place from 4:30 to 7:00 back at Congregation Or Atid and on Monday, November 25, from 6:00 to 8:00 at Mr. Teplow’s Cambridge apartment. There will be a virtual Shiva on Tuesday, November 26 at 2:00 EST. Click here to join. Meeting ID: 867 1375 0230 Passcode: 776357 Ted’s sister Carol will be sitting Shiva on Tuesday, November 26, from 6:00 to 8:00 at the home of Jill and Gilbert Schiffer, 44 Deborah Sampson Street in Sharon.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Ted’s memory may be made to the American Committee for the Weizmann Institute of Science, 633 Third Avenue, New York, NY 10017 or Combined Jewish Philanthropies, 126 High Street, Boston, MA 02110-2700 or Hebrew College, 1860 Washington Street, Newton, MA 02466.
Phylis London
We are heartbroken to share the passing of Phylis London, Norton, MA, on November 19, 2024. Beloved wife of the late Mark London, Phylis was a proud and devoted mother to her three children Michael, Richard, and Karen London as well as to her daughter-in-law Lisa London and Karen’s fiancé, Andy Rostron. She absolutely adored her two grandchildren, Maddy and Marc London, and was also survived by her sister Ilene, sister-in-law’s Margie and Shirley, brothers Larry and Robert, and brother-in-law Rick.
Phylis lived for her family and appreciated her extremely close friendships from Red Mill Village and the Dartmouth area. Although we miss her terribly, we take comfort to know Phylis has been yearning to be together with her husband, Mark, for more than 30 years.
Private services will be held at the New Bedford Jewish Cemetery. Shiva will be on Sunday, November 24 from
10:00 am – 4:00 pm at the home of Michael and Lisa London. If you wish to make a donation in memory of Phylis, please consider the National MS Society or a charity of your choice.
Ina Glasberg
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Glasberg, Ina (Davis), of Needham, MA, passed away November 19, 2024. Beloved wife of the late Myron Glasberg for 68 years. Devoted mother of Rhonda Weiner and her husband Jeffrey, Mark Glasberg and his wife Emily, and the late Evan Glasberg. Dear grandmother of Marley and her husband Will, Jacob, Zakary and his wife Nikki, Lindsay and her husband Joshua, Jackie and Yechiel, Hana and her fiancé Joshua, Rachel and her husband Tyler, and Samuel and Abigail. Proud great grandmother of Harrison. Loving sister of the late Mel (Glenys), Stan (Phyllis), and Peter (Heide).
Ina has a Bachelor’s of Science degree in Education from Boston University. She began her professional career as an elementary school teacher in the Concord Schools and became a speech therapist. She was also involved with Hebrew Senior Life and served as President for three years of the Women’s Auxillary. She remains a Lifetime Board Member of HSL.
Ina became involved with the women who developed Temple Beth Shalom’s Sisterhood; they were a small but active group within the Temple developing programs for all to enjoy. Even then, Ina could envision a wonderful future for TBS. She became President of the Sisterhood working with other women for Sisterhood growth and encouraging Temple membership
Ina continued to be involved with congregation membership and many varied committees through the years (including the by-law revisioning committee, and two rabbinic searches). She served as Temple Vice President, and in 1989 became the first woman President in the then 35 year history of TBS.
Following her term as President of TBS, she became a member of the Northeast Council Board for the Union of Reform Judaism and served on the National Board for the Union for 13 years. In 2001 she was National Program Chair for the URJ Biennial in Boston. Serving on these Boards she has always been very proud of TBS and its vision and accomplishments.
Services at Temple Beth Shalom, 670 Highland Ave., Needham, MA on Friday, November 22, 2024 at 12:30 pm. Interment to follow at Sharon Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, donations in Ina’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.
Benjamin Goulston
Benjamin Goulston, Age 97, Of Chestnut Hill and Palm Beach, FL, on November 15, 2024.Beloved husband of the late Lois (Finger) Goulston. Devoted father of Diane Gertel and her husband Alan, Iris Madison and her husband Alan. Dear grandfather of Heather Herman, Wendy Gertel, Stéphanie Madison, and her husband, Buddy Khan. Loving great-grandfather of Brooke Herman, Kelsey Herman. Cosima and Cyrus Khan. Dear brother of the late Thelma Miller and Arnold Goulston. Graveside services at Sharon Memorial Park, 40 Dedham St., Sharon, on Sunday, November 17, 2024 at 11:45 am. (Please assemble in the rear of the Administration Building.) Following services family and friends are invited to the home of Diane and Alan Gertel , 176 Paulson Rd., Waban from 1:00-5:30pm. Remembrances may be made to The American Heart Association, 93 Worcester St., Wellesley, MA 02481, or The American Diabetes Association.(diabetes.org) A proud Navy Veteran serving in WWII.
Jane Ann (Peters) Evans
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Jane Ann (Peters) Evans, 85, of Bonita Springs, FL, loving wife, mother, and grandmother, passed away on November 15, 2024.
Jane was born on May 1, 1939 to George and Ree Peters and grew up in Newton, MA, graduating from Newton High School in 1956. Jane studied at the University of Vermont, where she also met her husband, Dr. Gerald Evans. They were married June 24, 1961, and raised their three children in Sudbury, MA.
While raising her family, Jane was active in Temple B’nai Torah, serving as President for several years. She later spent many years working in the staffing industry, including as the branch manager for Accountants on Call, and eventually opening her own placement company, A Hire Authority. Later, when living in Wayland, MA Jane worked on the Town of Wayland’s Personnel Board until 2013.
A warm, sweet woman, Jane most valued her relationships with her family and friends.
Jane is survived by her beloved husband of 63 years, Gerald Evans, and her children Douglas Evans and wife Marjorie of Avon, CT, Craig Evans and wife Nicole of Lithia, FL and Laura Evans Nocera and husband Ricardo of Littleton, MA. Jane was also the cherished grandmother (“Nana”) of Danielle Evans Check (and husband Eitan), Samuel Evans, Stephanie Leah Evans, Rachel Evans and Allison Evans, and great-grandmother to Ezra Check. Jane was predeceased by her parents, her brother Harvey Peters, and her sister Nanci Peters. She will be greatly missed.
A graveside service and burial will be on November 20 at the Beit Olam cemetery in Wayland. The family asks in lieu of flowers, that donations are made to the Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research.
Danise M. Woolf
Age 66 of Brockton, MA. Passed away peacefully on November 14,2024. She was the daughter of the late Stanley and Dorothy (Chorofsky) Woolf and sister to Faith (Scott) Richman and Howard (Jodi Greenburg) Woolf: cherished Aunt to Amanda, Carly, Taylor Richman and Joshua Woolf. Danise also leaves behind her partner of 21 years Ramone Morales and his cousin Carmen.
A graveside service will be held Tuesday November 19, 2024 at 1:00, David Vicur Cholim Cemetery, 776 Baker Street, West Roxbury, Massachusetts 02132. There will be no visitation after the service. In lieu flowers please donate to the charity of your choice.
Tom Alperin
Tom Alperin (1959 – 2024)
Thomas Mark Alperin, lovingly known as Tom, passed away peacefully on Thursday November 14th. He was 65. Above all, Tom was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend who deeply valued the people in his life. His love and care extended from his immediate family to his wider circle of friends, colleagues, and the community.
Tom grew up in Scranton, Pennsylvania, where he learned the values of kindness, integrity, and hard work from his parents Myer and Joan Alperin. He later moved to the Boston area to attend Tufts University, where he met Marsha, his future wife and lifelong partner. Together, they built a life filled with love, laughter, and shared memories, including raising their three sons—Michael, Jared, and Scott. Tom’s love for Marsha was evident in everything he did, and he took immense pride in the family they built together.
Family was the heartbeat of Tom’s life. He was a wonderful father, always finding time to coach youth sports and enjoy activities with his sons. He was proud to consistently hold the family tennis championship. Tom adored his grandchildren, Sophie and Evan, and embraced every opportunity to be present in their lives.
Tom was the Founder and former President of National Development. The company under Tom and his partners’ leadership developed numerous and significant commercial real estate projects throughout New England. Tom would attribute National Development’s success to a lot of luck, but it was also the result of hard work and the team of employees who Tom cared about deeply.
Tom was a pillar in his community, not just through his career but through his extensive volunteer work and civic engagement – he cared deeply about Greater Boston. His contributions went beyond his work at National Development. Starting with his time at Tufts University, where he served as President of the Student Senate, Tom developed a passion for volunteer leadership. He served on multiple local non-profit boards. His work with these organizations was an extension of his belief in giving back and making a positive impact.
Tom’s warmth and sincerity touched everyone he met. He had a unique ability to connect with people and make them feel valued. Whether enjoying walks on Truro beaches or playing a competitive game of Scrabble, Tom cherished his time with loved ones. His legacy lives on in the countless lives he touched, the family he nurtured, the buildings he helped develop, and the community he supported.
Tom is survived by his beloved wife, Marsha (Cowan) Alperin; his sons, Michael Alperin and wife Lindsay, Jared Alperin and wife Robin Colby, and Scott Alperin and wife Jessica; and his cherished grandchildren, Sophie and Evan Alperin. The funeral service will be held at Temple Beth Elohim, 10 Bethel Road, Wellesley, Massachusetts, on Monday November 18th at 2:30pm. Shiva will be held at The Belvedere, Tuesday, November 19, and Wednesday, November 20 from 3-6 pm. Remembrances may be made to the Boston Foundation Food, Fuel, and Shelter Fund: https://www.tbf.org/donors/forms/food-fuel-and-shelter-fund.
Captain Marsha H. Lampert
Captain Marsha H. Lampert, 79, died peacefully, Born in Boston, MA, she was a longtime resident of Rockville, MD.
On Thursday, November 14, 2024, Marsha, a pioneering physical therapist whose innovative spirit touched countless lives, passed away a few days short of her 80th birthday, leaving a legacy of profound love and professional excellence. Known affectionately as “Sha” or “Marsh,” she dedicated her 30-year career to transforming healthcare, particularly for cancer patients.
As a groundbreaking physical therapist, Marsha was among the first practitioners to develop custom prosthetics, revolutionizing patient care with her exceptional skill and deep empathy. Her approach went far beyond clinical treatment ,she was a fierce advocate who saw each patient as a whole person, not just a medical case.
Marsha’s life was not just about her professional work. Marsha was a second mother to her godchildren, and without ever being asked, she became a constant, loving presence in their lives. She fostered in them a deep love of the arts, from fine art museums to Broadway shows and even indie movies at the local theater.
Marsha’s adventurous spirit knew no bounds. After retirement, Marsha explored all six major continents, taking a few trips each year to exciting international destinations with old friends and new ones she met on earlier adventures. Her trips included African safaris, hiking Machu Picchu, traversing Australia’s outback, exploring European cities, and more! Her home was a living museum, each international treasure representing a remarkable journey and the stories collected along the way.
She found joy in unexpected places, volunteering as an usher at Strathmore Music Hall and bringing smiles to children’s birthday parties as “Marshmallow the Clown.” Her commitment to spreading joy was unwavering, a tribute to her vibrant spirit and love for connection.
With a razor-sharp wit and an enormous heart, Marsha made people feel truly seen. The gifts she gave, from the hilariously quirky to deeply meaningful, always reflected her profound understanding of those she loved. In her final years, even while living with ovarian cancer, Marsha continued to bring people together. She spent her last evening surrounded by loved ones and watched her favorite contestant get engaged to The Golden Bachelorette in the season finale, confirming her wisdom one last time and proving that her spirit of humor and connection never wavered.
Marsha is survived by her cousins, Frances and Marilyn; and her godfamily, Dara, Dave, Dani, and Jake.
In lieu of flowers, please donate to the Ovarian Cancer Research Alliance an ovarian cancer charity dedicated to research, advocacy, and patient support that helps more than 95,000 people annually.
May her memory be a blessing a testament to a life of extraordinary compassion, creativity, and love.
Services private.
Jerome W. Rosenberg
Jerome W. Rosenberg, Framingham, formerly of Philadelphia, PA, Minneapolis, MN, Wilkes-Barre, PA, and Scranton, PA, died peacefully on November 9, 2024, at age 94, after a long battle with dementia. Beloved husband of the late Lois (Feldstein) Rosenberg for over 70 years. Loving father of daughter Barbra Rosenberg (Scott Kloter) and son J. Richard Rosenberg (Elyse). Also survived by 4 granddaughters and 8 great-grandchildren.
Jerry was an astute, intelligent, caring businessman and role model who took care of his family, friends, and employees. A late blooming artist, he also loved music, theater, museums, reading, watching sports, the ocean, good food, and being with family and friends. He will be greatly missed.
A private graveside service will be held on Wednesday, November 13th at Beit Olam Cemetery, Wayland. Shiva will be held on Wednesday from 4-6pm at Barbra and Scott’s house.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Jerry’s memory may be made to the Jewish educational institution of your choice or your favorite charity.