Archive: June, 2026

Inge Marion Nachum Baye (April 27, 1929 – June 4, 2026)

Inge Baye, a longtime Framingham resident, passed away peacefully at home on June 4, 2026. Her three children were by her side, in a room overlooking her garden bathed in morning sunshine. It was the culmination of several lovely months in which she and her extended network of family and friends bid farewell. Just weeks before, she had observed her 97th birthday with a joyful celebration.

She was born April 27, 1929 in Hamburg, Germany to Hanna (Hesse) and Martin Nachum. She received her early schooling in Hamburg. In 1939 with pending political climate, the family emigrated to Bangor, Maine, where they had relatives. Fortunately, Hanna had birthright citizenship in Switzerland, thus the family were able to escape Germany, as the USA had quota on Germans, but not on Swiss citizens.

Inge quickly made lifelong friends in Bangor. She graduated with honors from Bangor High School in 1947 and the University of Maine in 1951 with a degree in Home Economics. She took an internship in food management with Aetna Insurance in Hartford, Connecticut. In 1953, she returned to the University of Maine as the food manager of the newly opened Bear’s Den. The rocky coast of Maine and all things Maine always held a special place in her heart.

A blind date in Boston with a law student, David Baye, led to an enduring relationship and life changes. Inge and David married and moved to Framingham, where Inge took the lead in raising the couple’s three children and engaged in community volunteering while David established his law practice in Boston. Inge took pleasure in gardening, baking, sewing, exercise classes, library events, neighborhood gatherings, cousins’ clubs, book groups and family life. Inge loved reading, had a sharp mind, and enjoyed lifelong learning. The couple traveled together to Europe and Israel, among other destinations. They enjoyed married life until David’s untimely passing in 1984, leaving Inge a young widow.

Always spirited and independent, Inge was determined to continue on with grace, elegance and style. She worked as a realtor and took pride in the towns of Metrowest. She advocated on behalf of conservation, parks and recreation. She continued to travel, enjoying European river boat cruises and spending warm winters on Anna Maria Island in Florida.

Inge was a longtime volunteer in Framingham. She was a town meeting member, and a volunteer for the Framingham Heart Study. At the Danforth Museum Gift shop, she enjoyed purchasing and showcasing arts and fine crafts. She was a library volunteer in the schools, town and Temple Beth Am. Inge taught English as a second language to immigrants and supported events at Jewish Family Services. She gave talks at local libraries about the Holocaust. She generously shared her Holocaust life story for a movie by Temple Beth Am students so that society would Never Forget.

Inge had many special lifetime friends, relatives, neighborhood friends and people who enjoyed sharing life with her. Max Michelson was her valued companion for many years.

Inge was a loving and generous Nana who shared her wonderful cooking, life values and words of never-ending wisdom.

Inge was predeceased by her parents, husband, and her mother-in-law Esther, father-in-law Emil, and brother-in-law Sumner Baye. Her grandparents and many friends and relatives perished in the Holocaust. Others escaped to places around the world and she lovingly stayed in touch with them for the rest of her life.

Inge is survived by her children Deborah Baye (Torylee), Lisa Kaye (David), and Richard Baye (Bartja); her grandchildren Kodia and Jaden, and Adam and Hannah; her sister Rachel Schiro (Lawrence); her niece Susan (James) and nephew Jeffrey; her sister-in-law Myrna Baye; and her nephew and nieces Ken, Donna, and Stephanie.

Funeral Services will be graveside at Staro Konstantinov Cemetary, within Baker Street Jewish Cemeteries, 776 Baker Street, West Roxbury, MA 02132, on Monday, June 8, at 10:00.

The family welcomes you to a celebration-of-life gathering after the funeral at Seasons 52, 220 Boylston Street, Chestnut Hill, MA 02467 at 12:00.

In Inge’s memory the family requests that you kindly make a donation to a place supporting nature, environmental causes, education, health care, social justice or human rights.

Allen H. Burtman of Newton, MA, passed away on June 2, 2026, at the age of 87. Beloved husband of Maxine Burtman. Devoted son of the late Saul and Sylvia (Linsky) Burtman. Loving father of Stacy (Mitch) Bernstein and Richard (Arian) Burtman. Proud and cherished grandfather of Simon, Spencer, and Justin Bernstein, and Benjamin Burtman. Dear brother of Edna Schenkel. Funeral service will be held at Sharon Memorial Park, 40 Dedham St., Sharon, MA on Friday, June 5, 2026, at 11:45 am. Shiva will follow the service at Brae Burn Country Club, 326 Fuller Street, West Newton, MA from 1:30 to 5:00 pm (no denim please). Shiva will continue at the residence of Stacy and Mitch Bernstein on Sunday, June 7 from 2:00 to 5:00 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations in Allen’s memory may be made to the American Cancer Society.

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Barnet Weinstock passed away on June 2, 2026 surrounded by his loving family. He was 85 years old.

Barnet, known as Barney to his friends, was born October 10, 1940 in Brooklyn, NY. He had a lifelong love of learning and of Judaism. As a student at Yeshiva University High School he won awards for excellence in both secular and talmudic studies. He studied mathematics at Columbia University (BS) and MIT (PhD).

Barney spent his career as a professor of mathematics, starting at Brown University and the University of Kentucky. He then spent more than 30 years at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte, serving for several years as chair of the math and computer science department.

Barney and his wife Harriet spent 46 years in Charlotte, building deep ties to the Jewish community there. Barney was active in the religious life of Temple Israel, serving as the chair of the religious committee for many years and taking charge of handing out Shabbat and High Holiday honors. He also was a regular Torah reader, a lifelong skill he learned as a boy.

Barney and Harriet moved to Arlington, MA 3 years ago to be nearer to their son Daniel, his wife Jennifer and their daughter Lily. They found a new spiritual home at Temple Emunah in Lexington where Barney again became one of the cadre of Torah readers.

Barney was a loving and caring husband, father and grandfather. He was known to family and friends for his kindness, quiet wisdom and great sense of humor.

Barney is survived by Harriet, his wife of almost 60 years, his daughter Marjorie and husband Peter, his son Daniel and wife Jennifer and his granddaughter Lily.

Funeral services will be held at Beit Olam East cemetery 42 Concord Rd/ Route 126 Wayland, MA at 10:30AM on Thursday June 3rd.

Shiva will be Thursday June 4 and Sunday June 7 6-8PM at the home of Daniel and Jennifer Weinstock, 12 Pondview Rd, Apt 2 Arlington and Monday Jun 8 6-7:30 at Temple Emunah, 9 Piper Rd Lexington MA.                                                  (Note: Daniel and Jennifer’s home is on the second floor of their house. If you would have trouble navigating steep stairs, please join the family on Monday at Temple Emunah)

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to:
Temple Emunah
9 Piper Rd.
Lexington, MA 02421
https://templeemunah.shulcloud.com/payment.php

Dana Farber Cancer Research
10 Brookline Place West, 5th floor
Brookline, MA 02445
www.dana-farber.org/gift

1931-2026

Recently retired Chairman Emeritus of the Division of Cardiovascular Medicine of the Lahey Clinic and past President of Physicians for Social Responsibility, devoted husband of almost 66 years, father, grandfather and great grandfather. Sid passed away on May 26, 2026. He died at age 94 at his home in Newton, MA surrounded by family and love.

A second generation American and the first in his family to go to college, Sid was determined to live a life of purpose and meaning. Born and raised in Hartford, CT, he attended Wesleyan University on a scholarship and then earned an M.D. from Harvard Medical School (1957). He trained in cardiology at the Brigham Hospital and became a Research Fellow in Cardiology at Harvard working in the Lab of Bernard Lown, MD, a pioneer and innovator in cardiac medicine.

He was recruited by Lahey to launch its first Department of Cardiology. During his 63-year tenure at Lahey, he grew the Cardiology Department from an idea to one of the outstanding clinical cardiology departments in the country. He served in multiple leadership and teaching roles, including as Department Chair for 22 years and Chair Emeritus until his retirement six weeks before his passing. At Lahey, Sid specialized in coronary heart disease prevention, with a particular focus on cholesterol and its treatment. He started Lahey’s first cholesterol/lipid clinic (still in operation) and co-founded both the Northeast Lipid Group and the National Lipid Association. He was the recipient of numerous honors at Lahey, most notably the establishment of the Alexander Chair in Cardiology and the Frank Lahey award for patient care.

In addition, Sid co-founded Physicians for Social Responsibility (PSR), a non-profit organization created in 1961 dedicated to raising awareness about the public health dangers of nuclear weapons testing, stockpiling and use. As the U.S. affiliate of the International Physicians for the Prevention of Nuclear War (IPPNW), PSR shared in IPPNW’s 1985 Nobel Peace Prize for “perform[ing] a considerable service to mankind by spreading authoritative information and by creating an awareness of the catastrophic consequences of atomic warfare.” As PSR president he also led numerous physicians’ exchanges between the United States and the Soviet Union at a time when professional and citizen interaction between the two countries was highly restricted. Sid also ran the Boston and New York City marathons and authored the book Running Healthy, 1980.

He is survived by his wife Susan; two daughters – Rachel Alexander Healey (Daniel P. Healey) and Sarah Alexander (William Pearce); five grandchildren – Katherine Dewez (Theodore Dewez), Julia Healey (Glen Krebs), Daniel Healey, Caroline Healey and Natalie Pearce; and two great grandchildren – Camille Dewez and Isabelle Krebs.

Announcement of a memorial service to celebrate his life will be forthcoming. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that any gifts be made in his honor to the Cardiology Department at the Lahey Clinic https://bilhealth.org/dralexander

March 1937 – June 1, 2026

Muriel Baker Nevins, 89, passed away on June 1, 2026 in Dedham, Massachusetts. Born in Salem, Massachusetts in March 1937, she was the daughter of the late Dorothy (Jacobs) Baker and Minard Baker, and the beloved sister of the late Richard Baker and Edward Baker.

A graduate of Simmons College, Muriel began her career as a teacher before dedicating more than 25 years to the Essex County District Court as a probation officer. She brought integrity and genuine care to that work every day, leaving a mark on her community that extended well beyond the courtroom.

Muriel and her husband Mel Nevins, who predeceased her, treasured bringing family together for holidays and their summers together on the water. Those days on the boat were among her happiest, and she carried that love of simple pleasures with her throughout her life.

In her later years at 100 Centre Street, Brookline, she remained an engaged and spirited presence, attending Shabbat services, savoring lunches in Coolidge Corner, enjoying games with friends, and listening to lectures that reflected her lifelong love of learning. Along with contributing to the Lazarus House Ministries, Muriel volunteered at the Brookline Senior Center in several capacities.

She is survived by her children Susan Rooker and her husband David, and Larry Goldberg and his wife Diane; two cherished grandchildren; her loving niece Joanna; and nephews Andrew and Michael.

The family extends their heartfelt gratitude to the staff at Newbridge on the Charles, whose kindness and devoted care brought great comfort to Muriel and to all who love her.

A graveside service will be held Thursday, June4 at 1:00PM at Temple Emeth Memorial Park, Baker Street Cemetery, 776 Baker Street, West Roxbury, MA. If you wish, please make a donation in Muriel’s honor to the non-profit of your choice.

Carl Alton Goldberg, beloved son and brother, passed away by unexpected accident on June 1, 2026, at Newton-Wellesley Hospital. He was born on February 14, 2002 in Berkeley, California.

Carl was a bright, intelligent, passionate young man of many talents and passions. He graduated from UMass Amherst in May 2025 with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Public Health. He was the recipient of a grant to attend the UMass Chan Medical School BaccMD Pathway Medical Scholars Program. While in school, Carl became a certified EMT and worked for a local ambulance company.  After college, he worked on a surgical team as an organ recovery specialist at New England Organ Donor Services, and was currently working as an Environmental Health and Safety Specialist at Amazon. He had been considering a possible future getting his Masters and working as a Physician Assistant or possibly finding a career path which might give him the opportunity to live, work, and love in Israel.

He enjoyed travel, going to the gym with friends, leather crafting, and working on his car with his dad and friends. Carl loved to read fantasy novels and learn about philosophy, Jewish spirituality, medical knowledge, and history of the ancient world. In the weeks before his passing Carl discovered a new love of armored medieval combat, and was intending to commission an awesome historically based steel armor set and sword.

Carl’s compassion and care to help others was demonstrated many times. Recently, Carl’s dashcam captured the footage his car being rear-ended. After the car which hit Carl subsequently drove off the highway and rolled over, Carl leapt out of his car and ran to the car to render first aid, while calling 911. While working at Amazon, he helped many workers with onsite medical issues, and went above and beyond to help sign new hires up for Mass Health to get them the medical care they needed.

Carl’s love for his corgi, Teemo, was apparent to all who knew him. Named after a favorite League of Legends video game character from childhood, Teemo was Carl’s loyal companion, friend, and comfort. While in college, Teemo lived with Carl in his dorm and the two could be seen walking all over campus. Teemo embarked on endless walking tours of campus with Carl’s friend Rob, and he loved hanging out with Carl’s roommates, Megan and Kenny.

He is survived by his mother, Rosa Montes Vaca of California and his father, Marshall Goldberg and his wife, Kim Casey of Massachusetts, and his sister Anna Goldberg as well as twin sister Rachel Goldberg, both of California and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. Carl is predeceased by his Bubbe, Judith Goldberg Z”L and his Abuelita, Leonor Vaca Huerta.

The family wishes to extend our deepest sympathies and gratitude to Carl’s roommates and many friends. You were his world, and we love you.

A funeral service to celebrate Carl’s life will be held on Tuesday, June 9th at 1pm at Newton Cemetery, 791 Walnut Street, Newton Mass. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Magen David Adom or East Coast Corgi Rescue.

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Liza Liolios (Perlman) of Lakeville, MA, died peacefully on Sunday, May 31, 2026 surrounded by her beautiful and deeply devoted family. Liza’s humor and love were rivaled only by complex health issues that eventually took her from us too soon.

Liza was born in Malden, MA on May 23, 1973 where she resided until her family moved to the Lakes Region of New Hampshire.  Liza spent her high school years in Bristol, NH and eventually relocated back to MA in the mid-90s when she met her beloved and settled down to raise a family.

Liza is survived by her husband of nearly 28 years, Dave Liolios; their children, Noah and Samantha as well as Noah’s girlfriend, Emily White; siblings Jay and Emily Perlman, Josh and Carol Perlman, and Gabby and Josh Abrams; niece and nephews, Liana and Jonah Perlman, Jack and Tyler Perlman, and Chase and Logan Abrams. Family connections extended to the Sears family, caring and supportive cousins, and their children.

Liza was predeceased by her cherished mother and in-laws, Barbara Perlman, and George and Ellie Liolios.

Liza lived a life surrounded by “chosen family.”  An extensive circle from Liza and Dave’s early years enveloped Liza during joyful times camping, traveling to Lake George and Lincoln, NH, and were also a meaningful source of comfort through times of sorrow, loss, and illness.  Liza served as a second mom to many but most notably to her girls, Kiera Tuttle and Katie Cantor (Tuttle).

Liza was at her happiest at the baseball field or hockey rink cheering on Noah, the auditorium or gymnasium watching Sammi perform, attending Dave’s and Noah’s band performances, in the audience of many musicals, playing Rummikub, Dominoes, Scrabble, or Mah Jong, or working on her latest craft project – all with a large iced coffee in hand.

In her final act of love and generosity, Liza chose organ donation, offering life-giving hope to those who need it most.

Extended family and friends are invited to a service of remembrance on Friday, June 5 at 9:30 a.m. at Temple Beth Shalom in Needham, MA, followed by a burial service at Blue Hill Cemetery in Braintree, MA, and a shiva meal at the Elks Lodge in Randolph, MA until 4:00 p.m.

Additional shiva observances will take place on Saturday, June 6 at 6:00 p.m. with minyan at 7:15 p.m. and Sunday, June 7 from 1:00-4:00 p.m. with minyan at 3:15 p.m. – both at the home of Gabby and Josh Abrams, Ashland, MA.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Liza’s impactful memory can be made to Rawkstars, an organization very meaningful to Liza that gives the gift of music to children who would not otherwise experience it https://givebutter.com/liza-liolios.

John Mayer Kahn, longtime Framingham resident, attorney, public servant, educator, and devoted family man, May 30, 2026, passed away at the age of 95.

Born in Long Branch, New Jersey, to Harry Joseph Kahn and Hannah Morris Kahn, John built a life defined by intellectual curiosity, civic dedication, and deep commitment to family and community. He graduated from Rutgers University in 1951 and earned his law degree from Harvard Law School in 1954.

Following law school, John proudly served his country during the Korean War as an officer in the United States Navy. After completing Officer Candidate School and Navy Supply Corps School, he served aboard the USS Tarawa (CVS-40) and the USS Hissem (DER-400). He was discharged in 1957 with the rank of Lieutenant, USNR.

That same year, John and his wife, Rona Fisher Kahn, settled in Framingham, where they would build their family and where John would devote decades of service to his community. Married on June 10, 1956, John and Rona shared nearly seventy years together.

John enjoyed a distinguished legal career as a litigator, practicing with Peabody, Koufman & Brewer, which later became Hill & Barlow, from 1957 until his retirement in 1996. Over the course of his career, he was admitted to practice before numerous state and federal courts, including the United States Supreme Court, the United States Tax Court, and several federal appellate and district courts. He also served as Navy Trial and Defense Counsel during his military service.

In addition to practicing law, John taught debate at Boston College in the 1950s, sharing his love of thoughtful discourse and civic engagement with his students.

John’s contributions to Framingham civic life were extraordinary and spanned more than five decades. He served in numerous leadership positions, including Town Moderator, Town Counsel, member and Chair of the Board of Selectmen, Chair of the Town Government Study Committee, member and Chair of the Zoning Board of Appeals, and Chair of several important municipal search committees. He was an early and steadfast supporter of Framingham’s Town form of government and served on the Governor’s Committee on Implementation of the Home Rule Amendment.

His commitment to education and public service continued through his work on the School Committee for the Keefe Regional Technical School, the Council on Aging, literacy volunteer programs, and numerous civic task forces and community organizations. At Temple Beth Sholom, John served in many leadership roles, including President and Chair of the Rabbi Search Committee.

Throughout his life, John was recognized for his integrity, sound judgment, and dedication to public service. He received multiple commendations and certificates of appreciation for his advocacy, community action, and work supporting legal services for underserved residents.

Beyond his professional and civic accomplishments, John was a man of many interests. He was an avid woodworker who lovingly crafted furniture for his home and for his daughters’ homes, as well as miniature furniture and even caskets for beloved family pets. He was a devoted reader of history, biography, and nonfiction, an enthusiastic traveler, and a lifelong lover of animals, especially his cats and dogs.

John was predeceased by his son, Steven J. Kahn. He is survived by his wife, Rona Fisher Kahn; his daughters, Meredith Jo (MJ) Kahn and Susan Kahn; his daughter-in-law, Mary (Donatelli) Kahn; his granddaughters, Allison (Kahn) Bobby and her husband Matthew Bobby, and Hannah (Kahn) Brinker and her husband Jason Brinker; and his great-grandchildren, Elliott Joseph Bobby, Caleb Matthew Bobby, Charlotte Rose Brinker, and Steven Vincent Brinker.

John will be remembered for his brilliant mind, steady leadership, deep generosity, and unwavering commitment to both justice and community. His legacy lives on in the family he cherished and the town he served so faithfully for nearly seventy years.

Funeral services will be private. Shiva will be at the Shillman House, 49 Edmands Rd., Framingham Wednesday 1:45 pm to 3:30 pm. In lieu of flowers, gifts in memory of John Kahn can be sent to the Steven J. Kahn WPI Glee Club endowment. Gifts can be made via check or online, https://www.givecampus.com/campaigns/40435/donations/new?designation=gleeclubendowmentfund&  or a charity of your choice.

Dr. Leslie Michael Silverstein Age 89, of Wellesley Hills, Massachusetts, passed away peacefully at his home, on May 26, 2026.

Les was born in Brooklyn, New York, on August 10, 1936, to Dr. Irving Spencer Silverstein and Essie (Geensburg) Silverstein. He attended Poly Prep Country Day School, Brown University, Class of 1958, and Tufts Medical School, Class of 1963. While at Brown, he was captain of the soccer and lacrosse teams.

He was a highly regarded otolaryngologist, who practiced medicine for almost 40 years. A talented head and neck surgeon, he maintained a practice with several offices. He was affiliated with the Norwood, Brockton, Cardinal Cushing and Goddard Memorial Hospitals.

Les lived life to the fullest. He enjoyed traveling the world and had a wide range of interests. He was active in running, swimming, and bicycling. He loved the outdoors and enjoyed canoeing, squash, and tennis. He coached all four of his son’s soccer teams for several years, and played organized soccer and basketball until he was 65 years old. A lifelong learner, Les played the banjo, was a terrific cook and a voracious reader. Also, he was an amateur cartoonist, a skilled dancer, and an avid Boston sports fan.

Les was a devoted father and grandfather, who will be remembered for his patience, wisdom and gentle kindness.

Les was a congregant of Temple Beth Elohim in Wellesley and was a decades-long member of the Wightman Tennis Center.

He is survived by his son, David of New Jersey; his wife, Amy; and their three children, Caleb, Asher and Lily; his son, Jonathan of New York City; his wife, Natalie; and their three, children Emilia, Arch and Alaina; his son, M. Douglas of Los Angeles, CA; and his son, Matthew of North Attleboro, MA, his wife, Ritu; and their three children, Arjun, Shanti and Sloan. He is also survived by his longtime partner of over 40 years, JoAnn (Jill) Lyndon; Jill’s daughter, Beth; and Jill’s grandchildren, Hannah, Jack and Susie. Les was predeceased by his brother, Steve; and Jill’s daughter, Amy Lyndon.

The family is planning a Celebration of Life on July 26, 2026, in Wellesley. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Silverstein Foundation for Parkinson’s with GBA, Ansonia Station, P.O. Box 237137, New York, NY 10023.

Deborah P. Groginsky, beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, educator, artist, and lifelong learner, passed away peacefully at the age of 93.

Born on April 16, 1933, in the Bronx, New York, Deborah was the cherished daughter of Max Prager and Helen Block Prager and the sister of David Prager. Raised in the Bronx, she carried with her throughout life resilience, warmth, and a vibrant, independent spirit.

In 1952, Deborah (Debbie) married Herbert Leonard Groginsky, beginning a devoted partnership centered on Jewish faith and traditions, family, learning, and shared experiences. Together they built a loving family that remained the center of Debbie’s world.

Debbie earned her Bachelor of Arts degree and a Master of Science in Education from Hunter College.  She dedicated her professional life to education. She taught students from elementary through high school levels in both art and special education, touching countless lives with her patience, creativity, and compassion.

A woman of many talents and interests, Debbie embraced life with enthusiasm and curiosity. She loved singing, dancing, traveling, and pursuing lifelong learning. She was an avid reader, painter, and artist whose creativity enriched both her own life and the lives of those around her. Debbie also enjoyed staying active through walking, tennis, bicycling, and ping pong.

Above all else, Debbie considered her family to be her greatest accomplishment and deepest joy.

She is lovingly survived by her children: Steven Neil Groginsky; Jill Robin Schuster and her husband Steve; Karen Sue Augustine; and Elisabeth Schleuning and her husband David.

She also leaves behind her cherished grandchildren: Stephanie Schuster Ledbetter and her husband Travis; Haley Schuster Gardner and her husband Gerrit; Kimberly Schuster and husband Kevin Burgan; Daniel Augustine; Max Schleuning; Ellie Schleuning; and Alex Schleuning.

Debbie was also the proud great-grandmother of Marcus Ledbetter and Theodore Gardner.

Her warmth, creativity, wisdom, and enduring love for her family will be remembered always by all who knew and loved her.

A graveside funeral service will be held on Thursday, May 28, 2026 at 10:30 AM at Lindwood Memorial Park, 490 North St., Randolph, MA.

Shiva observance at her late residence will be held Thursday, May 28, 2026 from 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm.

In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be made to Temple Reyim, 1860 Washington St., Newton, MA 02466 or Dana Farber Cancer Institute, 450 Brookline Ave, Boston, MA.

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Roberta Lois Benjamin of Palm Beach, formerly of Weston and Nantucket, on May 26th, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. Beloved wife of Jack. Daughter of the late Myron and Marie Levenson. Devoted mother of Heidi Wells (Marty) and Adam Benjamin (Nicole). Dear sister-in-law of Allan Benjamin and sister of the late Barry Levenson. Cherished grandmother of Sophia, Emilia, and Oliver Wells, Ella, Maya, and Will Benjamin.
Roberta was educated at Boston University and taught second grade for many years before raising her two children full-time. She went on to play a pivotal role in the family restaurant business. Roberta loved spending time with her family and friends on the beaches of New Seabury and Nantucket. An avid golfer, she also enjoyed playing canasta and mahjong, traveling, and entertaining a kitchen full of friends. She is remembered for her radiant smile.
Graveside Services at Shirat Hayam Cemetery, 506 Lowell St., Peabody, on Sunday, May 31 at 1pm. Memorial observance at Heidi and Marty’s residence following interment until 8 pm, and Monday 2-4 and 6-8pm. In lieu of flowers, remembrances in her memory may be made to the National Brain Tumor Society.

Ronald Oscar Klein (November 8, 1945 – May 25, 2026) of Sharon, Massachusetts and Southboro Massachusetts passed peacefully at home after a long illness.

Beloved son of Aenne and Ludwig Klein. Devoted husband of Sheryl (Rosoff) Klein for over 53 years. Cherished father of Karen (Klein) Steinberg and her husband Michael of Ashland, Massachusetts and Scott Jason Klein of New York City.  Proud and loving Poppy to Chloe and Joshua.

Ron was an only child and saw his wife’s family as his own – he was the dear brother-in-law of Sharman Rosen, and predeceased by Larry Rosen and Gretchen and Ronald Rosoff. He also leaves behind many nieces, nephews, cousins and close friends from childhood, Sharon, and his condo community.

Ron was born in Woonsocket, RI and attended Classical High school and then Brown University and Wharton school of Business. He enjoyed an esteemed 40 year career as an actuary at Sun Life Financial in Wellesley.

He was an avid Bridge player and enjoyed travel, lobster rolls, fried clams, ice cream, watching and attending Red Sox games and theatre. He and his wife were avid cruisers for many years with dear friends and he recently traveled to Philadelphia for a long awaited elite bridge tournament, of which he was so proud.

A highlight of his life was attending his grandchildren’s sports, dance recitals, graduations, and being present for all their milestones big and small.

Ron was a wonderful, good natured and gregarious person who could speak intelligently about anything, made friends with everyone, and always had a kind word to say. Even in his declining health he played Bridge and watched his favorite shows and tried to enjoy life as much as he could.

He set a lasting example of dignity, kindness, and optimism, and all who knew him will carry his memory with love.

Funeral service Thursday, May 28, 2026 at 9:30 am at Temple Beth Am, 300 Pleasant St., Framingham, MA.  Interment to follow at Crawford Street Memorial Park, 776 Baker St., West Roxbury, MA.

In lieu of flowers, the family welcomes donations in Ron’s memory to Tufts Medical Center, Hematology Oncology Unit, South Building, 8^th Floor, 860 Washington St, Boston, Massachusetts 02111.

Jacob (Yakov) Selhub, PhD

1937 – 2026

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Jacob Selhub was born in Libya in 1937 and lived a life of extraordinary scope — from the North African coast to the halls of American science, from the rivers of Maine to the shores of Israel — always on his own terms.

A Professor of Nutritional Biochemistry and Professor Emeritus at Tufts University, Dr. Selhub spent decades as Senior Scientist and Laboratory Director of the Vitamin Metabolism Laboratory at the USDA Human Nutrition Research Center on Aging. His work on folate metabolism and homocysteine earned him more than 158,000 citations — a body of research that reshaped how medicine understands cardiovascular disease, neurological health, and aging itself. He was one of the foremost nutritional scientists of his generation, and he never stopped. He was helping write papers until the very end.

To know Jacob Selhub was to know a man of enormous force. He was generous and he was stubborn, and he made no particular distinction between the two. He had his rules, his way, and he held to both without apology. He cooked. He fished in Maine. He listened to podcasts on biblical history because his curiosity had no retirement date. He held Israel close throughout his life.

He was driven by his fierce commitment to his family and to the advancement of science.

He was the beloved son of Julia and Eliyahu Selhub and the oldest of eight children. He is survived by his beloved wife, Shirley Selhub; his children Julie Selhub, Eva Selhub, and Eliya Selhub; his daughter-in-law Laura Kavanagh; his granddaughter Maia Selhub; his grandson Jacob Ezra Selhub, who carries his name forward; and five of his seven siblings, still living in Israel, with whom he remained in close contact throughout his life.

Funeral services will be held Tuesday, May 26, 2026, at 2:00 PM at Agudath Israel Cemetery at 776 Baker St., West Roxbury.  Shiva will be at the Selhub residence from 4-8 PM until Sunday, May 31.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Jacob Selhub’s memory may be made to the Jewish National Fund in support of Israel.

John Gill of West Roxbury, 61, died May 23, 2026 surrounded by his loving family. He was son of Marjorie (Finn) Gill and the late Jack Gill. Devoted father of John and Brendan Gill and their mother Janet. Dear Papa to McKinli, Carter and Logan and their mother Charlotte. Loving brother of Jeanne Heslin (Stephen), Kathy Griffiths (Kevin), Maureen Morrison and Annmarie Durant (Michael). John is also survived by many nieces and nephews.

John was 40 years active duty of Boston EMS and a long-standing member of Knights of Columbus. He was also a founding member of the Boston EMS Honor Guard and played a key role in establishing the Boston EMS Relief Association.

 Visiting hours in the Robert J. Lawler & Crosby Funeral Home 1803 Centre St., West Roxbury on Thursday, May 28, 3:00 to 7:00 pm.  A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in the Holy Name Church, 1689 Centre St., Boston on Friday, May 29, at 11:00 AM. Relatives and friends are invited to attend. In lieu of flowers donations may be made in John’s memory to benefit and support EMT’s furthering their education and pursuing certification as Paramedics in the city of Boston. Donations may be mailed to BEMSRA PO Box 290668 Charleston, MA 02129

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It is with deep regret and sadness that Boston EMS announces the passing of Superintendent-in-Chief John Gill. John faithfully served this department for nearly four decades, dedicating his entire career to the mission of providing the highest standard of prehospital care to the people of Boston.

John began his career with Boston EMS on June 25, 1986. He was promoted to Paramedic in 1991, to Deputy Superintendent in 2003, and to Superintendent-in-Chief in 2020, the second in command of the department. Throughout his assignments at Ambulance 13, Ambulance 5, and Paramedic 16, where he built a reputation for reliability, depth of knowledge, and dedication to operational excellence. Colleagues also knew him for his quick wit and dry sense of humor-qualities that surfaced throughout his long tenure.

His influence extended well beyond his daily duties.

John was a founding member of the Boston EMS Honor Guard and played a key role in establishing the Boston EMS Relief Association. He was also a long-time member of the union, serving many years as Chief Steward, where he represented his fellow members with the same steady approach he brought to every role. His work earned numerous commendations, including a Unit Citation, reflecting a career defined by loyalty to the department and dedication to the City of Boston-the city where he was born and raised.

John’s decades of service, leadership, and institutional knowledge leave an enduring mark on Boston EMS. We extend our heartfelt condolences to his loved ones, friends, and colleagues as they remember his life and his longstanding dedication to the department.

Rest in peace, C2. And thank you. We will take it from here.

A link to the livestream funeral service can be found here.

Nina D. Gill (Murphy), 70, of Wellesley, MA, died on Tuesday, May 19, 2026, suddenly and unexpectedly. A longtime resident of Wellesley, Nina was raised in Baldwin, NY, the beloved daughter of Ralph and Elaine Gill. She attended Binghamton University, where she earned both her Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Political Science. Nina enjoyed a distinguished, decades-long career in strategic communications, leading public relations efforts for prominent Boston agencies. She was widely respected in her field for her sharp intellect, leadership, and mentorship of colleagues, especially young women. While she proudly kept her maiden name professionally and personally, she always held a warm place in her heart for the neighborhood kids, friends, and doctors who affectionately knew her as Mrs. Murphy. She was filled with endless one-liners, an incomparable knowledge of the Grateful Dead catalog, and a selflessness that touched everyone she encountered.

Most importantly, she was the devoted wife of Daniel E. Murphy, to whom she was married for forty-four years; Mom to her two children: Michael T. Murphy and his wife, Aidan, of New York, NY, and Rebecca N. Murphy of Boston, MA and Grammy to her two grandchildren, Miles and Abigail Murphy, who completed her heart. She is also survived by her sister, Marjori Schecter as well as so many cherished family members and friends.

Funeral services to be held at Temple Beth Elohim on Tuesday, May 26th in Wellesley, at 10:30 am. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Nina’s memory may be made to the Posse Foundation (Boston Chapter).

Bernard Kramer of Meredith, NH passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on May 17, 2026 at the age of 88.  Affectionally known to his friends as Bernie, he was the beloved husband of Bernice Kramer for more than 60 years.  They met at a Harvard Hillel mixer, a school neither of them attended.  He was the proud father of Karen Rubin and her husband, Ronen and Stephen Kramer and his wife, Jill. He cherished each day spent with his grandchildren Noah, Joshua, Ella and Evan. Bernie was the devoted son of the late Eli and Millie Kramer and the dear older brother of Jerry Kramer and the late Elaine Adams.

The first in his family to attend college, Bernie valued his education from Boston Latin School, Tufts University, and Tufts University School of Dental Medicine.  Following dental school, he served as a Captain in the United States Army stationed in Karlsruhe, Germany.  During his time abroad, he traveled throughout Europe in his sporty Karmann Ghia, experiences he recounted with great joy.  Upon his return, he established his dental practice in Ashland, MA where he treated patients for nearly 30 years.

He and Bernice raised their children in Framingham, MA and created many additional memories in his favorite place, Meredith, NH. He treasured his time boating on Lake Winnipesaukee, hosting BBQ’s and relaxing with family and close friends. He also enjoyed playing tennis during his winters in Boca Raton, FL where he was also an active volunteer with the United States Power Squadrons.

He will be remembered for his quiet strength, kindness, and unwavering commitment to his family and country.  Above all, he took immense pride in the life he built and the generations that followed.

Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, May 20 at 10:30 a.m. at Temple Beth Elohim in Wellesley.  Interment at Beit Olam Cemetery, 60 Old Sudbury Road, Wayland.

Shiva will be observed at the home of Stephen & Jill Kramer following the funeral until 6 p.m.

In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to support the Division of Movement Disorders at Mass General Brigham. Contributions can be made online here or mailed to the MGB Development Office, 399 Revolution Drive, Suite 1330, Somerville, MA 02145.

Jonathan Mintz, who filled the lives of those around him with warmth and kindness, was born July 2, 1982, and passed away May 12, 2026.

He grew up in Moorestown, New Jersey, graduated from Moorestown High School, and attended Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, graduating in 2004 with a degree in Electronic Media Arts and Communication.

Jonathan cherished his family above all else—his children, Rachel (8) and Sami (4), were the love of his life. He shared a loving partnership with Sarah Kolitz, raising their children together. He was a wonderful son and brother, and a loving uncle to Maya, Alex, and Addison Butcher.

He was a virtuoso of puns, puzzles, wordplay and dad jokes. Jonathan had a deep love of music and a passion for games, which brought joy to his life and to the world. He wanted everyone to be able to feel the joy of creating music, and he created games that made that experience accessible to anyone.

Jonathan was a senior designer at Harmonix (later Epic Games) for over 14 years, following eight years as a senior game designer at Vicarious Visions. His accomplishments include work on DropMix, Fantasia, Guitar Hero, Skylanders, Marvel Ultimate Alliance, Spider-Man, Madagascar, and many more.

Jonathan is survived by his mother, Susan Mintz; his sister, Melanie Butcher, and her husband, Gregg Butcher; and he is predeceased by his father, Jeffrey Mintz, and his sister, Jennifer Mintz.

His passion for family and career leaves a legacy of love, creativity, and laughter that will be forever remembered. We will love and miss him forever.

A celebration of life will be held at a later date, to be announced.

In lieu of flowers please consider making a donation in memory of Jonathan to

  Extra Life: Game with Purpose at Boston Children’s Hospital.

Michael Charles Ebb, 79, of Walpole, Massachusetts, passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones on May 12, 2026.

Born in Newton, Massachusetts on January 3, 1947, he was the son of the late Louis and Mollie Ebb and brother of the late Stanley Ebb. Michael attended Newton Public Schools and graduated in 1965, beginning his career in Newton Public Works.

Michael had many passions including trips to Canada, antique cars, and frequent outings to Dairy Queen for ice cream and “Flo’s Hot Dogs” in Cape Neddick, Maine for what he considered to be “world famous hotdogs”.  Michael enjoyed taking road trips with his family to various locations, including Atlanta, GA; Nashville, TN; Ottawa, Canada; and Silver Spring, MD. On these road trips, he always listened to Oldies music, sharing his appreciation for the genre with all who would listen. Whether it was playing bingo, watching sports games, or going to car shows, he always wanted to be alongside his family.

Michael especially enjoyed spending time with his four grandchildren, creating memories that he would always cherish. His unconditional love for his grandchildren was always demonstrated through supporting their hobbies and achievements. He will always be remembered for being in the front row of every performance, sporting or graduation event for his family.

Michael was the beloved husband of Maxine (Seigal) Ebb for over 50 years. He was the proud father of Jon Ebb and Lisa (Ebb) Chesky, and father‑in‑law to Corey (Donohue) Ebb and Barry Chesky. He was the cherished “Pappy” to Kaylee, Connor and Cayden Ebb and Matthew Chesky.

The graveside service will be held at Sharon Memorial Park, 40 Dedham St. Sharon, MA 02067 on Sunday, May 17^th beginning promptly at 1:45pm. Following, there will be a Celebration of Life at Lafayette House, 109 Washington St. Foxboro, MA 02035. Shiva will be held on Monday, May 18th from 5:00-8:00pm at the Ebb Residence.

Donations in Michael’s memory may be made to:

The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research

Lazar Lowinger, affectionally known as “Larry,” passed peacefully surrounded by family on May 9, 2026. He was born on November 7, 1934, to Julius Lowinger and Maria Gilburd in Antwerp, Belgium.

In 1936, the family moved to Bucharest, Romania, where they survived the Nazi occupation. After the war, the Lowingers left for France to obtain visas in Paris and disembark from Marseilles for Havana, Cuba. As a teenager in Cuba, Lazar worked in his father’s jewelry shop and was first introduced to tennis, which quickly became his lifelong passion. Just two days after arriving in the United States in 1954, he volunteered to join the U.S. Army, through which he learned English, was stationed in Alaska, and obtained his GED. Lazar attended college in Boston, Massachusetts, and Montreal, Canada. He put himself through law school and practiced law in Boston for decades as one of the first Spanish-speaking attorneys in the Commonwealth.

Lazar was full of wit and intelligence, fluent in seven languages and many one-liners. He enjoyed teaching his family tennis, sharing wisdom over pancakes, and watching tennis matches (always with a racquet in hand). Lazar was known to fondly say “Tennis is a game for life” and “Do one thing and do it better than anyone else.” He was a generous supporter and founding member of the Israel Tennis Center and Wightman Tennis Center, and competitor in countless tournaments throughout his life in New England, Israel, Mexico, and anywhere else he could practice, rally, or play a match.

Lazar was predeceased by his wife Audrey, whom he married in 1964 and with whom he shared his love of travel, theatre, and pastries, and then to whom he served as a dedicated, constant caregiver. He is survived by his son and caregiver Brian, daughter-in-law Debby, and his grandchildren Elena and Jesse of North Carolina. He is also survived by his son Jeffrey, daughter-in-law Shelley, and grandson Matthew of Maryland. After Audrey’s passing, Marilyn Glaser provided companionship and care to Lazar in Solivita, FL. Brian also is grateful to the staff at the Pavillion at Croasdaile Village in Durham, NC, for Lazar’s care and support over recent years.

Graveside service will be held at 10 am on Thursday, May 14, 2026, at the Independent Workmen’s Circle Cemetery, 776 Baker Street, West Roxbury, MA. Friends and family will gather afterwards at 1 pm at the Boston Marriott Newton in Newton, MA. An additional gathering in Lazar’s memory will be held on May 20, 2026, at 6 pm at Brian and Debby’s house in Chapel Hill, NC. In lieu of flowers, donations in Lazar’s memory may be made to the United States Tennis Association (USTA) Foundation, The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research, or whatever you feel will help repair the world.

Howard Michael Freed of Arlington, MA formerly of Burlington, age 71, on May 8, 2026.

Beloved partner of Kimberly Javian, son of the late Melvin and Marcia Freed. Loving brother of Diane Freed, and cousins Lynne Freed, Ken Freed, Nancy Freed, Susan Freed and Alison Freed.

Graveside service will be 11 AM, Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at Or Emet Cemetery, 776 Baker St., West Roxbury, MA. Memorial Observance at Pine Brook Country Club following services. In lieu of flowers donations may be made in his memory to Temple Emeth, 194 Grove St., Chestnut Hill, MA 02467.

Amiram “Ami” Saarony departed this world peacefully on May 10th, at home in Newton, surrounded by his family. Ami was devoted to his family, especially his one true love, Ruthie, to whom he was married for 65 years. He was deeply beloved by his four children, daughters and son in-law, and loved each moment he spent with his five grandchildren and his dogs Herman and Alma. 

Ami was born in British Mandate Palestine and was a decorated IDF soldier who served in the Golani Brigade.  He moved to the United States of America with his family in 1981. His quiet, unassuming, and patient manner masked a keen intellect and a deep curiosity and passion for politics and history. He was an avid reader, appreciator of music and poetry, and a lifelong learner. Ami will be remembered for his exceptional kindness, his wisdom, quiet strength, and generosity of spirit. His legacy lives on through the many lives he touched with love and compassion. 

Ami is survived by his loving wife, Ruthie Saarony; his children, Tal Saarony, Dana Saarony-Taylor, Gadi Saarony and Yoav Saarony; his daughters-in-law, Jaka Saarony and Dania Saarony; his son-in-law, Steve Taylor; cherished grandchildren, Ilana Taylor, Jacob Saarony-Taylor, Shai Saarony, Sadie Saarony, Max Saarony, and his loving extended family in Israel. He was predeceased by his siblings, Uzi Saarony and Rachel Lumbroso, and his brother in law Tzvika Lumbroso.

The funeral will be held at Temple Emanuel, 385 Ward St., Newton Massachusetts on Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 10AM. In lieu of flowers, donations in Ami’s memory may be made to Brothers for Life

The family will be sitting shiva on

Tuesday, May 12, 1:00pm to 3:00pm

Tuesday, May 12, 7:00pm to 9:00pm

Wednesday, May 13, 7:00pm to 9:00pm

 At the Saarony home 

Messages of love and condolence may be sent to the family here.

To view the livestream, please click here.

On May 8, 2026. Services will be held at the Chapel at Sharon Memorial Park on Monday, May 11 at 1:00 pm. To view the livestream, please click here. In lieu of flowers please send donations to either the Dementia Society of America or The Alzheimer’s Foundation of America.

Complete notice to follow.

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Cynthia S. Marcus passed away on May 7, 2026, at age 87, after a fierce battle with pancreatic cancer. She was born in Quebec, Canada, to David and Sadie Steinman. After meeting on a ski date, she married William Marcus in 1962 and went on to live a rich and fulfilling life in Boston.  Cynthia lived a big life for a petite woman. She was devoted to her family, her friends, and her philanthropic efforts on behalf of the Jewish people.

Cynthia will be greatly missed by her husband of more than 63 years, William Marcus, and her children Melanie, Daniel, and Richard, their spouses Chris, Kim, and Cristina, as well as her 6 beloved grandchildren, Samuel, Zachary, Jonathan, Jason, Caleb and Madeline. She is also survived by many loving nieces, nephews, and grand nieces and grand nephews.

Cynthia was a devoted mother and equally devoted grandmother.  Her commitment to her family was unparalleled. She was part of all the big and little moments in their lives. She held all of her extended family members in her heart and was always up to date on all their exploits.  Her partnership with her husband Bill was remarkable. And she absolutely treasured her many friends and was lucky to be central to a hugely supportive friendship community.

Cynthia grew more passionate throughout her life about Jewish education, Israel, and Jewish people in need all over the world. She was active in many organizations as a fundraiser, a board member, and a community leader. She never felt it was her place to lead, but she became a leader through her achievements. She was inspired by those she worked with, and they in turn were inspired by her commitment and her wise judgement. Many came to her for advice on all of life’s questions.  She was always interested in people and happy to give a shoulder to lean on.  It was her great joy to pass along her experiences to those who will carry on her fiercely held beliefs into the future.

Cynthia was famous for her gracious hospitality whether hosting her family for holidays or opening her beautiful home to the community for events.  She was an avid reader, a world traveler with her husband Bill, a baker and a chef.  What she loved most of all was time at her home and garden on the lake in New Hampshire with her family.

The funeral will be held on Sunday, May 10 at 10:30am at Temple Beth Elohim in Wellesley.  Interment at Mishkan Tefilah Memorial Park, 2619 Centre Street, West Roxbury.

Shiva will be observed at Cynthia and Bill’s home in Chestnut Hill following the service on Sunday until 6pm, and on Monday,  May 11, from 4pm to 7pm.   In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Cynthia’s name to: Combined Jewish Philanthropies,  the Solomon Schechter Day School, Gann Academy, or the American Jewish Committee.

May Cynthia’s memory be a blessing.

Tobie Weinstein Medvin, born September 14, 1950, passed away on May 7, 2026, after a prolonged illness. She was predeceased by her husband, Mark Medvin and her parents, Sidney Weinstein and Leila Weinstein Becker, and her brother Jeffrey Weinstein. Tobie is survived by her son, Michael Medvin and her sister, Judie Weinstein Nielsen and nieces Stephanie Nolan and Sarah Putney. She is also survived by her sister-in-law, Susan Weinstein and her niece Erica Weinstein and nephews Andrew Weinstein and Jake Weinstein.
Raised in Newton, Tobie spent her early childhood in Mattapan, MA. Those early years were filled with family, gatherings, holiday celebrations with grandparents and an especially close and loving bond with her maternal grandmother, Nana (Sarah) Adesska. Some of her happiest childhood experiences Included caravaning to Nantasket Beach or Wollaston Beach with her mother’s close girlfriends and all their kids, including Aunty Sylvia (Gamerman Grossman ) and her cousin, Michael Gamerman who played an especially important role in these early years.

In 1965 the family moved from Mattapan to Newton, where Tobie attended Newton South High School. She graduated in 1968 And was an active member in the Iota Phi, Alpha chapter sorority where she formed many friendships.A high school girlfriend later introduced Tobie to Mark Medvin who became her husband. Together they created a warm and devoted home centered around their beloved son, Michael Medvin. Michael’s arrival was one of the most important and cherished events in their lives.

Family gatherings, and holiday dinners. were always memorable occasions. Tobie, Judie and Jeffrey and step siblings Sandy, Michael, Rob and Rich, and their significant others, especially enjoyed a holiday table, hosted by her much loved step father, Joseph (Joe) Becker. May Tobie finally rest in peace and freedom.

Donations to honor Tobie’s memory may be made to The Huntington’s Disease Society of America (HDSA), 505 8th Avenue, Suite 1403, New York, NY 10018.

A graveside service will be held at Sharon Memorial Park on Wednesday, May 13, 2026, at 11:45 AM.

To view the livestream of the funeral service, please click here.

Barry L. Rosenburg, of Newton and Framingham, age 74, passed peacefully on May 6, 2026.

Beloved husband of Linda Rosenburg. Son of the late Sydney and Dorothy Rosenburg. Devoted Father of Scott Rosenburg (Shannon), Adam Rosenburg (Cate Dwight), Stephanie Lerner (Abraham), Randy DeHaan (Sarah), Caroline DeHaan (Andrea Ravagli). Proud grandfather of Ethan, Jullian, Bradley, Taryn, Levi, Olivia, Gabrielle, Jackie, Finley, Micah, Juno. Brother of Jerry Rosenburg (Roz), the late Joannie Crossley and her surviving spouse, Rob, and Robin Gove (Edward).

Barry enjoyed doing the things he loved with the people he loved the most including boating, fishing, golfing, grilling year-round, and snowplowing.

Memorial service at Temple Shir Tikva, 141 Boston Post Road (Rt. 20), Wayland, MA on Monday, May 11, 2026 at 2 pm and will be livestreamed.  Shiva will be announced.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Barry’s memory may be made to Care Dimensions Hospice House in Lincoln, MA or the Temple Shir Tikva Early Learning Center Fund.

Susan Diane Rosen, formerly of Framingham and most recently of Hudson, Massachusetts, passed away May 5, 2026, at the age of 80. Born in Boston on March 9, 1946, to Irving and Doris Sokolove Berman, Susan lived a life defined by intelligence, loyalty, humor, and deep devotion to her family.

Susan was the beloved mother of Julie Maccini and Jeffrey Rosen and his wife, Diane Rosen, and the proud grandmother of Sarah Maccini, Abigail Rosen, Katherine Rosen, and Rachel Maccini. She is also survived by many loving nieces and nephews. Susan was predeceased by her brother, Leonard Berman, and her parents, Irving and Doris Berman.

Susan spent decades working in the beauty department at CVS, where she formed lasting friendships and became known for her warmth, vibrant personality, and unwavering loyalty. She treasured the friendships she built throughout her life, including those from Camp Rapputak and Windsor Green in Framingham, where she raised her children. Strong-willed and deeply proud of her family, Susan found her greatest joy in celebrating the accomplishments of her children and grandchildren.

Smart, curious, and full of spirit, Susan loved pop culture, watched Jeopardy! faithfully, followed the news closely, and was a devoted Boston sports fan, especially when cheering on the Celtics and Patriots. She encouraged her family to pursue education and independence, setting an enduring example of strength and perseverance.

Susan will be remembered with immense love and missed beyond measure by her family, friends, and all who were fortunate enough to know her. May her memory be a blessing.

A graveside service will be held at Sharon Memorial Park in Sharon, MA on Sunday, May 10, 2026, at 10:45 am. Followed by a memorial observance at her residence until 8:00 pm.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Susan’s memory to St. Patrick’s Manor or Good Shepard Community Care, both of which made a meaningful impact on Susan’s life.

To view the livestream of the funeral service, please click here.

Kronenberg-Marianne (Lukacs), of Needham, MA and formerly of Cleveland, Chicago and Hungary, passed away May 5, 2026.

Beloved wife of the late Marvin Kronenberg. Devoted mother of Judy Bruenjes and her husband Mike, and of Jerry Kronenberg and his wife Karen, and of the late Alan Kronenberg. Cherished grandmother of David and Lily Bruenjes, as well as loving sister in law of Ron and Wilma Kronenberg, and the beloved aunt of many nieces and nephews. Good friend of many, including her caregiver Princessa Clendinen.

Daughter of the late Lilly and Jozsef Lukacs. Marianne survived the Holocaust in Budapest, Hungary, and came to the United States in 1956, where she quickly became one of the first female graduates of Case Institute of Technology with a mechanical-engineering degree. After raising her children, she had a successful career as a technical trainer at many computer firms.

Funeral Services at Beit Olam Cemetery, 60 Old Sudbury Rd., Wayland, MA on Sunday, May 10, 2026, at 12:00 noon, followed by a reception at The Villa, 124 E Plain St., Wayland.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Marianne’s memory may be made to any charity of your choice.

Marc Sorgman of Framingham, MA,  passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on Monday May 4, 2026.  He was born March 30, 1941 and resided in Boston for the better part of his life.  He graduated from University of Massachusetts with a master’s degree in public administration. He is survived by his wife Maria, his sons Eric and Adam and daughter Heather all of Massachusetts, and his stepson Marcos; brother Sonny Sorgman of Brockton, sister Lorry Sorgman of Brockton; and Aaron Sorgman of Miami, Florida and countless nieces and nephews and cousins.

Funeral services will be held 10 AM Thursday, May 7, 2026 at Temple Israel, 145 Hartford St., Natick, MA. Marc is a Vietnam Veteran, interment will follow at 1:45 PM in the Massachusetts National Cemetery, Connery Ave., Bourne, MA. Donations are encouraged to the American Cancer Society.

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Alan Jay Nissenbaum, 78, died on May 3, 2026 at his home in Newton, Massachusetts.

Alan was born in Somerville, MA on March 17, 1948. He took great pride in being born on both St. Patrick’s Day and Evacuation Day, and always insisted that the schools were closed for his birthday, not the evacuation of the British troops.

In Somerville, he was active at his temple, in the local chapter of B’nai B’rith Youth chapter, and as a young man was a nationally competitive judo athlete. He carried the values and experiences from these activities throughout his life.

He and his beloved wife of 49 years, Ellen (Zarrow-Nissenbaum), made their home in Newton, where they raised their two children and were active members of Temple Emanuel. Alan was a welcoming and dedicated leader of the Temple Emanuel Brotherhood, helping to grow its membership and spearheading programs that became lasting traditions, including the “Meeting After the Meeting” and the Brotherhood Book Group, and served on the board of Temple Emanuel for more than eighteen years.

Following his graduation from college, Alan joined Nissenbaum Realtors, working alongside his parents and two of his brothers for more than 56 years, serving the Somerville community he loved.  Alan was adored by his family. He will be remembered for his love of conversation, his joyful spirit, hearty laugh, and willingness to help anyone in need.

In addition to his wife Ellen, he is survived by his children, Alexis (Benjamin) Fish and Wyckoff (Melissa) Nissenbaum and his grandchildren, Louis, Aviva, Kenneth and Daniel; his brothers, Michael, Robert, and Jeremy (Lily) Nissenbaum and his sisters Joan and Susan, along with many loving nieces, nephews, and extended family members.

Alan was predeceased by his twin brother Kenneth, and his parents Joseph and Rhoda Nissenbaum.

Funeral Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 9:30 am at Temple Emanuel, 385 Ward St., Newton. Interment following at Lord Rothschild Cemetery, 776 Baker St., West Roxbury.

Shiva will be at his late residence, Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday, 1-5 pm and 7-9 pm with minyan at 7:30 pm.

Donations in his memory can be made to American Friends of Magen David Adom Boston or Temple Emanuel.

Steffa Mirel of Chicago, Illinois died on May 1, 2026.

She was born on April 20, 1942 in Brooklyn, N.Y. She spent most of her life in the Chicago area working as a psychiatric social worker.  Steffa graduated from Clark University and earned her Master’s degree from The University of Michigan School of Social Work. Her focus was working with children with mental health disorders.

Steffa is survived by her brother Dr. Richard Mirel and his wife Judy of Wayland and her nieces Jordana Mirel Traiger (Matthew) and Lauren Movshovich (Phil) and their children Jane and Gregory.

Graveside services on Thursday, May 7, at 11:00 am at Lindwood Memorial Park, 490 North St., Randolph.

Shiva at the home of Richard and Judy Mirel, Thursday 1-5 and 7-9, Friday and Sunday 1-5.

Donations can be sent to Project Bread or the charity of your choice.

Judge Alan Kamin, beloved husband, father, and grandfather, died on April 29, 2026 at the age of 85 in Brookline, MA.

For over 20 years, Judge Kamin served as a Superior Court judge in Maricopa County. Judge Kamin loved that work, trying his best to faithfully execute the law and doing right by those before him. Before being appointed to the bench, Judge Kamin worked in the Arizona Attorney General’s Office, and also clerked for the U.S. Tax Court in Washington, D.C.

Judge Kamin was born in Miami Beach, Florida to Sol and Zahava Kamin, and spent most of his childhood growing up in Tucson, with his sisters Aviva and Judy. Judge Kamin then went on to MIT, where he graduated in 1963, and Stanford Law School, where he graduated in 1966.

Judge Kamin was a lover of hikes and high mountains in Arizona and beyond. He frequently could be found topo map in hand, urging his family to a ridge or alpine lake. As he grew older, he replaced mountains with the beaches of Massachusetts and especially Gloucester, where he enjoyed spending time with his family and wife, Carol.

For 56 years, Judge Kamin was married to Carol Kamin, former President and CEO of Children’s Action Alliance of Arizona. He is survived by Carol and his sons, Daniel and David, and their families, as well as his younger sister, Judy. Services were held at Temple Beth Zion , Brookline and interment took place at Sharon Memorial Park.

Stephen Eric Kabakoff of Marietta, GA passed away unexpectedly on April 29th, 2026.

He was born on January 20th, 1973 in Pittsburgh, PA to his loving parents Herman and Suzanne (Stein) Kabakoff, both of Hudson, MA, formerly of Acton, MA. Stephen was the beloved husband of Julie Ann Kabakoff, devoted father of Jaclyn Marissa Kabakoff, both of Marietta, GA, loving brother of Edie Boynton (Matthew) of Westford, MA, and beloved uncle to Milena and Douglas Boynton.

Stephen graduated from Acton-Boxborough High School with the class of 1991 before attending Cornell University where he earned a B.S. in Material Science Engineering. He then went on to obtain a Master’s of Science in Electrical Engineering from Carnegie Mellon University before beginning work at the United States Patent and Trademark Office in Washington, DC. From there, he went on to Suffolk Law School in Boston, MA while working for Cesari and McKenna Law Firm. After graduating with his Juris Doctorate, he became licensed to practice law in both Georgia and Massachusetts. In 2003, he married his wife Julie Ann (Cohen) Kabakoff and they settled in Marietta, Georgia where they welcomed their daughter, Jaclyn Marissa in 2006.

Stephen became a partner in 2012 at the prestigious IP law firm Finnegan and was most recently employed as a partner at Miller and Martin. Stephen was an extraordinarily dedicated attorney. In his free time, he enjoyed going on runs with Jaclyn, trying the spiciest dishes he could find at Szechuan restaurants, watching his beloved Red Sox, traveling with family, eating oysters whenever possible, listening to his favorite music (especially Pink Floyd), and special date nights he shared with Julie.

Stephen is exceptionally loved and will be missed beyond words.

Funeral and burial services will be private. Shiva will be held from 5-8 pm with a short service at 6 pm on Wednesday, May 6th and Thursday, May 7th at Congregation Beth Elohim, 133 Prospect St. in Acton, MA.

TAQQU, Murad S., age 84, of Newton, Massachusetts died on April 28, 2026. Murad’s work forever changed the design of network infrastructure for the internet as we know it today. His groundbreaking career included contributions to network communications, hydrology, and finance. In 2021, Murad retired after nearly 40 years as Professor of Mathematics and Statistics at Boston University.

Murad was a mentee of Benoit Mandelbrot, widely recognized as the father of fractals, who also served as Murad’s unofficial dissertation advisor. Murad’s work added mathematical rigor to Mandelbrot’s foundational theories on “self-similar processes” and “long range dependence.” In demonstrating that internet traffic is fractal, Murad influenced generations of researchers and engineers to design network protocols and applications based on the mathematical patterns he discovered. 

Murad was born in Iraq in 1942. Shortly before he was born, Iraqi nationalists had fomented anti-Jewish riots during World War II, killing hundreds in 24 hours. His family awaited the first opportunity to leave, heading for Beirut in 1946. They then went to Italy, where Murad learned to speak Italian, and eventually they settled in Switzerland, where he learned German and English. Languages came easily to Murad, who also spoke French, Arabic, Hebrew, and some Russian.

Despite attending what he called “dubious primary schools” and growing up outside the formal education system, Murad ultimately went on to study physics and mathematics at Université de Lausanne-Ecole Polytechnique (now known as EPFL). 

Murad first taught himself probability as a high school student, with the help of a book by the famous mathematician Emile Borel. His tenacity and love of learning were rewarded by a high school contest. Having won first place in a literature competition, he later noticed that mathematics (with a specific challenge related to probability) offered the greater monetary award. With the help of Borel’s book, Murad immersed himself deeper into the world of probability, won first prize for this award too, and purchased his first camera. This first encounter with probability launched what would become his lifelong passion and career, in addition to cementing his enduring love of photography. 

Murad arrived in the US as a stateless person, but soon made himself a home, forging relationships that lasted a lifetime. He earned his PhD at Columbia University, where he met his wife and soulmate Rachelle. They shared a spirit of curiosity and adventure and traveled widely. After beginning their life together in New York, they moved to Israel, where Murad first lectured at Hebrew University of Jerusalem and then served as a post-doctoral fellow at the Weizmann Institute under renowned mathematician Samuel Karlin. They later relocated to Ithaca, where Murad was a professor at the Cornell College of Engineering, and eventually settled in Massachusetts, where he continued his research and teaching at Boston University.

Murad’s charisma, enthusiasm for his subject, and genuine interest in connecting with students made him a revered professor. Students sought out his classes, more performances than lectures, where he presented research as mysteries to be solved. He was notorious for spending hourlong stretches with his students to work through technical arguments. Murad edited or authored 11 books and published more than 260 papers, which have spawned and shaped important research directions in probability and statistics. He actively collaborated with prominent senior researchers and advised many PhD students who have gone on to distinguished careers of their own.

Murad earned accolades and awards throughout his career: he was a Guggenheim Fellow, a Fellow of the American Mathematical Society, and a Fellow of the Institute of Mathematical Statistics. Many of his papers earned other prizes, including the 1995 William J. Bennett Award, the 1996 IEEE W.R.G. Baker Prize, the 2002 EURASIO Best Paper Award and the 2006 ACM/SIGCOMM Test of Time Award.

Ever since Murad bought that first camera in high school, photography remained a cornerstone of his life. He was rarely without his camera, using it to memorialize gatherings with his family and friends and to document his worldwide travels. Murad was cherished for his ability to capture fleeting, meaningful moments, many of which became even more treasured than those taken by official photographers. His photographs offer a window into how he saw the world: with joy, attentiveness, and curiosity. He was also a devoted reader as well as an observer, moving easily between books and the world around him, attentive to both. He found equal pleasure in the adventure of new places and in returning to familiar pages – whether on mathematics, literature or the poets he loved, including Kenneth Koch and Charles Baudelaire. He met life with an inquisitive spirit, always noticing, always engaged. 

Above all, Murad’s greatest joy was his family. His children and grandchildren knew him as a magical, captivating storyteller. With a mischievous glimmer in his eyes, he mesmerized them with stories from his childhood—most of which were true—and delighted in their wonder. He challenged them with math problems, encouraged their curiosity, and inspired them to learn languages and engage fully with the world.

Murad is survived by his wife of nearly 55 years, Rachelle Taqqu, his daughter Yael Taqqu and husband Jeremy Levine, his son Jonathan Taqqu and wife Keren Blankfeld, grandchildren Noah, Kai and Olivia Levine and Rafael and Samuel Taqqu, and brother David. 

Donations in Murad’s honor can be made to the JBI Library or the Davis Phinney Foundation. 

Miriam Margolie Comen, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and devoted social worker, died surrounded by love.

Born to Feiga and Herman Wolkinson, she grew up alongside her brothers, Jerry and Benjamin, and her late sister, Pearl Richardson. She is survived by her husband, Steven Comen; her children, Elizabeth and Joshua; her grandchildren, Aiden Comen Weitzman, Myles Comen Weitzman, and Pearl Comen Weitzman; and her son-in-law, Avi Weitzman.

Miriam spent her life, both personally and professionally, tending to others. As a social worker, she met people in their most difficult moments with warmth and compassion, offering a steady, deeply human presence.

She moved through the world with an eye for beauty and a sense of delight—drawn to fashion, vibrant color, poetry, and the quiet art of making things lovely. Meals were occasions, tables were set with care, flowers arranged as if they mattered—because to her, they did.

Though delicate in frame, she carried a remarkable physical strength and quiet resilience that belied her appearance. There was a grace to her presence—at once refined and grounded—that made her strength all the more striking.

What may have seemed like elegance on the surface was, in truth, her way of engaging fully with life. She held both depth and lightness at once—able to sit with sorrow, and still find room for humor.

Those closest to her knew her greatest gift was her capacity to love. Her hugs were a refuge—wordless, generous, and unwavering. She met people as they were, and made them feel held.

Even in illness, she remained unmistakably herself—clear-eyed, warm, and quietly strong—deeply compassionate, ever concerned for others, and utterly hilarious.

Her legacy lives on in the lives she touched, the beauty she created, and the love she gave so freely.

She will be deeply missed and enduringly remembered

of Auburndale, Massachusetts. Beloved husband of Marian H. Glaser and son of the late Lawrence and Anne Suttenberg (Kanner). Loving father of Bryan Suttenberg and his wife Katie Suttenberg of Eagan, Minnesota, and Jill Suttenberg Siok and her husband Kevin Siok of Bedford, New Hampshire. Cherished brother of Gary Suttenberg and his wife Marcia of Portland, Oregon and the late Marge Suttenberg Solomon. Beloved grandfather of Charlie Siok, Bodie Siok, Alexander Suttenberg and Charlotte Suttenberg, and loving uncle of Zachary Sanders and Lomi Christiansen of Colorado. Joel was a compassionate, empathetic, good and sweet man with a loving nature who always saw the best in others. He deeply loved his children and grandchildren and dealt with his illness gracefully and with dignity. Graveside funeral service will be held at Temple Emanuel Memorial Park, 490 North St., Randolph, MA on Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at 1:00 pm. Donations in his memory may be made to the Jewish Alliance for Law and Social Action in Boston, Massachusetts.

Zelda “Zee” Finkelstein Gamson died of pancreatic cancer on Monday, April 27, 2026 at the age of 90, surrounded by family. A lifelong scholar, activist, musician, and lover of nature, she met the world with a keen eye for both beauty and injustice. She is predeceased by her husband, Bill, and survived by her two children, Jennifer and Joshua, and by her five grandchildren, Gilad, Ari, Max, Reba, and Madeleine.

Zelda was born on March 12, 1936 in Philadelphia to Ukrainian immigrants Reba and Samuel Finkelstein. The oldest of four, she revealed her boldness and independence from an early age: mastering the piano, schmoozing with street vendors, and secretly taking Hebrew lessons. When World War II broke out, she fantasized about traveling to Europe to kill Hitler.

The first in her family to attend college, she completed one semester at the University of Pennsylvania before transferring to Antioch, a small liberal arts college in Ohio with a cooperative education program. She knew immediately that she had found her home. At Antioch, she ditched her skirt for dungarees and earned herself the nickname “Zelda the Fire Eater.” There, she also asked out a boy named Bill, who, despite his graceless dancing, charmed her with his easy humor and singing of Rodgers and Hart songs. By 1956, the two were married.

Together, Zelda and Bill pursued careers in academia, built a life together, and raised their two children. Zelda earned her doctorate in sociology from Harvard and went on to teach at the University of Michigan for seventeen years, with a focus on student organizations and inequality in higher education. Through this time, she never wavered in her commitment to social justice, activating University of Michigan’s anti-war movement through the organization of the first Vietnam War teach-in in 1965. Zelda’s fearless and activist spirit pervaded her personal life as well: In one famous episode—which has been featured on the podcast Radiolab—she quit smoking cold turkey by vowing to mail a $5,000 check to the KKK if she ever had another cigarette.

In 1988, Zelda moved to the University of Massachusetts in Boston, where she was later named Professor Emerita. There, she founded the Higher Education Doctoral Program and the New England Resource Center for Higher Education (NERCHE). In her commitment to women’s empowerment, she led by example, charting the way for future female leaders in academia.

Retirement for Zelda was a vibrant mixture of work and play. After leaving UMass Boston, she and Bill moved to Chilmark, Martha’s Vineyard, and became fulltime residents of the island. There, she quickly immersed herself in the island community, joining the Martha’s Vineyard Hebrew Center, serving on local boards, and enjoying the presence of the creators, artists, and writers of her social sphere. In the early 2000s she formed the Secure Housing Action Committee, a group aimed at expanding affordable housing on the Vineyard. Later, she served as advisory council for Jewish Currents, a progressive Jewish magazine, and was a featured contributor. She returned to piano, the instrument of her childhood, and took up lessons again. She also remained fiercely committed to social activism through the final years of her life, frequently marching in political protests and organizing for voting rights, climate change awareness, and protection of democracy.

Zelda was a lover of birds, good conversation, dancing, and the natural world. She was a truly dynamic force; strong-willed and intensely organized, she was a connector of people to her core. Zee will be missed by all whose lives she touched, but her infectious spirit will live on through her family, friends, and students.

Funeral services will be held at Congregation Dorshei Tzedek,60 Highland Street, West Newton, housed at Second Church(ample parking in their lot) on Thursday, April 30th at 10:30 a.m. The service will be livestreamed. Please register in advance here. Burial will be on Friday, May 1st in Chilmark, MA. Please contact the MV Hebrew Center for details.

Shiva will be held at the home of Jenny and Steve on Sunday, May 3rd from 4:00-7:00 p.m., with a minyan at 5:00; and Monday from 7:00-9:00 p.m., with a minyan at 8:00.

In lieu of flowers, we invite you to donate in Zee’s memory to any of the following favorite organizations:

American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU)

Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC)

Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC)

Antioch College

A link to view the livestream funeral service can be found here.

June 2, 1950 – April 26, 2026

Born in 1950 in Port Elizabeth, South Africa, Geoffrey Edward Norman spent his life organizing for a better tomorrow, always humble and behind the scenes, but with grand dreams of what the world could look like. He believed strongly that his Jewish faith informed his push towards social justice.

During his time as a university student at the University of Witwatersrand (Wits) in Johannesburg, Geoff was elected to the Student Representative Counsel (SRC), where he was instrumental in its move from reactive to active political instrument. He worked staunchly against apartheid, organizing demonstrations, marches, walk-outs, and more. It was during this time that he met the person who would be most influential on his political outlook – and life – Steve Biko. A revolutionary and founder of the South African Black Consciousness Movement, Biko urged Geoff to leave South Africa and advocate against apartheid in a country where others might listen and learn from him. Shortly after graduating with a law degree, he moved to Boston, MA, where, along with Themba Vilakazi and others, he co-founded Fund for a Free South Africa (FreeSA) in 1985, an anti-apartheid coalition and advocacy group.

Geoff earned his JD at the New England School of Law and a Master’s of Urban Planning at Boston University, for which he wrote his thesis on urban planning practices in Harare, Zimbabwe. He became the first Head Counsel of CVS, a role he undertook for a decade before opening a private practice as a commercial real estate attorney. Later, he joined Boston law firm Tarlow, Breed, Hart, and Rogers to lead its real estate department.

Geoff married Dale Norman (née Miller), also from South Africa, in 1984 and they have four children: Rebecca, Ashley, Savannah, and Alexander. Geoff was active in coaching their (many!) sports teams, something that he loved from his own days as an athlete playing rugby, cricket, and soccer. He was also an accomplished long-distance runner, completing both the Boston Marathon and the Comrades Marathon in South Africa. He co-founded the AAU Basketball club, The New England Jaguars, which continues as a successful travel club today.

Geoff was an attentive and loving husband, father, and grandfather to Noah, Theo, and Rosa. He was a wonderful son to his father Arthur, who died in 1995, and his mother Dorothy, who died in 2021. He was a committed, warm son-in-law to Sybil and the late Michael Miller, as well as father-in-law to Rasmus and Todd. He shared both political beliefs and a sense of humor with his brother, Lawrence, of London. In addition to a large and loving family, Geoff was devoted to his lifelong friends, whom he considered family, especially during their regular card games.

He loved a good chat about the weather, Dick Francis novels, the films “Alice Doesn’t Live Here Anymore” and “The Parent Trap,” and a raspberry iced tea, if you have one. He could always be counted on to pick you up from the airport.

Geoff’s dual commitments to activism and family life inspired many; he led by example. He excluded no one; he simply brought you into his fold. He is so missed by all who love him.

Funeral services will be held at Temple Beth Elohim, 10 Bethel Rd., Wellesley, MA on Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at 10:30 am. Interment to follow at Or Emet Cemetery, 776 Baker St., West Roxbury.

Shiva will be held Wednesday following the interment, from 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm for a light lunch. Prayers will then be held from 5 pm – 8 pm. Both to take place at North Hill, 865 Central Avenue, in the basement level. Thursday prayers are from 5 pm – 8 pm at the same location.

Donations can be made in his name to the ACLU, Doctors Without Borders, the Nelson Mandela Foundation, the National Kidney Foundation, or the American Heart Association.

Steven Zeitlin of Newton, MA, passed away peacefully on April 25, 2026.

Born on April 26, 1947, in Chicago, IL, Steve was a clinical psychologist who worked with families, couples, and adolescents. He will be remembered as sensitive and funny, and as an extremely caring person who loved traveling, hiking, current events, playing and watching sports, and spending time with his family.

Steve leaves behind his beloved wife, Paula Zeitlin; his children, Rebecca (Zeitlin) Zash and Sarah Zeitlin Miehe; their spouses, Teresa Zash and Owen Miehe; as well as his late son, David Zeitlin. He also leaves behind his grandchildren, Damian and Theo Zash, and Ava and Juliette Miehe. Steven leaves behind loving sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, as well as beloved nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held at Temple Shalom of Newton on Wednesday, April 29, at 10:30 a.m., and will be livestreamed (https://www.templeshalom.org/livestream).

Interment to follow at Sharon Memorial Park, 40 Dedham St., Sharon, MA

In lieu of flowers, donations in Steve’s memory may be made to:
Jewish Healthcare Center, Worcester, MA (https://www.jhccenter.org/make-a-donation/)
NPR (https://donate.wbur.org/secure/give)
International Physicians for the Prevention of Nuclear War (https://www.ippnw.org/donate)

Robert “Bob” Bello, of Framingham, MA, passed away peacefully with family by his side on April 24, 2026. Beloved husband of Linda (Manning) Bello. Devoted father of Gordon, Susan, Apral, Christopher andJonte. . Cherished grandfather of Lakara, Amani, Jade, Aniyah, Chuck, Alyssa, Aubrey and Gail. Proud great grandfather of Charles, Dominic and Connor. Loving brother of the late Phil Bello and Herbert Bello. Graveside services at Hebrew Burial Association Cemetery, 232 Fuller St., Everett, MA on Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at 10:30 am. Donations in Bob’s memory may be made to the Museum of Science Boston.

You are my smile 

You are my joy

You are my life

As we part here on earth I will see you again. All the wonderful memories we have made will always be with me.

Rest in peace my love

To view the livestream of the funeral service, please click here.

Hilary Rebecca Marcus, age 62, died peacefully at home, Thursday, April 23, 2026, and was surrounded by the love of her spouse, Jonathan and their children, Noah and Maayan.

Funeral service Monday, April 27, 2026, at Temple Sinai, 25 Canton St., Sharon, MA at 1:30 pm.  Interment to follow at Sharon Memorial Park, 40 Dedham St., Sharon, MA.

Remembrances may be made to:

Temple Hillel B’nai Torah
Congregation Dorshei Tzedek
Standing Together
The Arnold Arboretum of Harvard University
Tivnu: Building Justice
The Defiant Requiem Foundation
Protect All Children from Trafficking
Community Servings
Sambhali U.S.

Complete obituary to follow.

Stephen N. Ganak, of Belmont, MA, 86, on April 19, 2026. Beloved husband and partner of Meira Brinker Ganak for 52 years. Dear son of the late George and Bea Ganak.
Graveside services at Highland Meadow Cemetery, 700 Concord Ave., Belmont, MA on Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 11:30 am. Shiva will be at the Ganak residence. In lieu of flowers, remembrances in Stephen’s memory may be made to: The MSPCA.

Carolyn Joan (Kaplan) Golding, age 91, of Medway, MA formerly of Boca Raton, FL and Framingham, MA passed away on Tuesday, April 21, 2026, with family members by her side.

Born in Boston, raised in Newton, Carolyn was the daughter of Julius M. Kaplan and Lena Y. (Fine) Kaplan.

Carolyn was a proud graduate of Smith College. She was predeceased by her beloved husband of 68 years, Marvin E. Golding and her brother, Stephen Kaplan.

She is survived by her children Robert M. Golding (Stacy) of Vero Beach, FL, Thomas F. Golding (Jenny), and Nancy G. Purdy (Lincoln) both of Franklin, MA. In addition, Carolyn leaves behind her treasured grandchildren, Christopher Golding, Alexandra (Golding) Marcotty, Catherine Golding, Timothy Golding, Katherine (Golding) Tosti, Matthew Golding, Emilee (Purdy) Bender, and Andrew Purdy. Carolyn is also survived by her nine great-grandchildren and five nieces and nephews.

Carolyn’s family would like to thank the staff of Whitney Place, Salmon Private Care Options and Salmon VNA & Hospice for all of their care and dedication.

Funeral services will be held on Sunday, April 26 at 11:30 AM at Sharon Memorial Park Chapel, 40 Dedham St., Sharon, MA 02067 followed by interment. Luncheon to follow at Whitney Place, 44 Willow Pond Circle, Medway.

In lieu of flowers, contributions in Carolyn’s memory can be made to the Willows at Medway Employee Gift Fund, 44 Willow Pond Circle, Medway, MA 02053.

Gerald Garber, 86, of Winthrop, died on April 20, 2026 of natural causes. Born on January 25, 1940 to Peter and Anna Garber (deceased). He is survived by brother Lawrence Garber (Carol), niece Karen Garber (Ransom Stephens) and nephew Steven Garber (Bill Bonnet). Graveside services will be held at Roumanian American Cemetery in Danvers on Wednesday, May 6 at 2pm. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Combined Jewish Philanthropies.

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S. Lawrence DeHaan, best known as Larry DeHaan, of Framingham MA, passed away peacefully after brief illness on April 18, 2026, with his family by his side.

Larry leaves behind his beloved wife Arlene (Dorenfeld) DeHaan and children Stephanie (DeHaan) Lerner (Abraham), Randy DeHaan (Sarah), and Caroline DeHaan (Andrea), and grandchildren Gabrielle and Micah Lerner and Jackie, Finley and Juno DeHaan. He is also survived by his brother-in-law Jeff Dorenfeld, sister-in-law Cheryl Dorenfeld, and sister-in-law Linda DeHaan, as well as by his nieces and nephews: Marc DeHaan (Rachel), Jeff DeHaan (Emily), Elyssa Dorenfeld, and Jason Dorenfeld (Kate). Larry grew up in Brookline, MA, son of the late Jack and Jeanette DeHaan, brother of the late Stanley DeHaan.

Larry never met a microphone he didn’t like. He was better known to many as Sandy Beach, thanks to his illustrious career as a popular radio personality, the voice of Cape & Island high school sports, and as a pioneer in creating sports talk radio in the Boston area.

Larry was a Past Master multiple times throughout his 50+ years of service in the Freemasons.

His memory will be honored by his family and friends whenever they go to see a game at Fenway Park, put on some Motown, or eat an orange-pineapple ice cream cone.

Funeral service will take place at Temple Shir Tikva, Wayland, MA on Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 10:00am and will be livestreamed. Burial will follow at Everett Hebrew Burial Association, 232 Fuller St., Everett, MA. Shiva will be announced.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Larry’s memory may be made to the Lewey Body Dementia Association https://lbda.org/ or Good Shepherd Community Care https://gscommunitycare.org/Donate.

Gertrude “Getty” Cushing, 91, of Framingham, MA, passed away peacefully on April 19, 2026. She was the daughter of the late Yetta and Harry Gershlak, and the beloved wife of the late Edward N. Cushing, the love of her life.

She is survived by her loving children: daughter Sherry Nadeau of Framingham; son David Cushing and his wife Wendy of Framingham; and son Jeffrey Cushing and his wife Lynne of Needham. She also leaves behind five cherished grandchildren—Jennifer, Cayman, Bryce, Jake, and Brett—and two great-grandchildren, Brayden and Ava. She is also survived by her niece, Marcia Arnold of Alaska.

Throughout her life, Gert found joy in simple pleasures and time spent with those she loved. She enjoyed bowling with the “Alley Cats,” playing Mah Jongg and Rummikub with friends, visiting the casino, and spending time in Falmouth on Cape Cod with her dear friends.

She will be remembered for her vibrant personality, her generosity, her devotion to family, and the happiness she brought to those she loved, especially her family.

Graveside services will be held privately for family at Sharon Memorial Park in Sharon, MA.

Gertrude’s family will be observing Shiva at The Branches of Framingham, 518 Pleasant Street, Framingham, on Wednesday, April 22 and Thursday, April 23 from 4:00–7:00 PM.

In lieu of flowers, acts of tzedakah (charitable giving) may be made to the organization of your choice.

To view the livestream of the funeral service Tuesday at 10 AM, please click here.

Chris Markley, age 78, of Needham, MA passed away on Saturday, April 18, at her home.  She was born in Palmer, MA to Aram and Mary Nahabedian, and attended Colby College where she met her future husband, George Markley, of blessed memory. The two wed and ultimately settled in Fairfield, Connecticut where they lived out their 51 years of marriage together, building a community of friends and neighbors they truly loved.

Following college, Chris began to teach seventh grade English at Middlebrook School in Wilton, CT. She was the consummate educator, deeply dedicated to her students’ learning and mastery of the English language. She paused in her teaching profession after the birth of their son, only to return to the exact same classroom at Middlebrook a decade later to continue enriching students’ minds. Chris served as head of her department at school and committed a great deal of time to developing creative inter-departmental learning opportunities that brought language arts together with social studies, math, and science to help students see the connections between these disciplines. She remained steadfastly dedicated to her Middlebrook students until her retirement.

Chris was a dedicated member of Congregation B’nai Israel in Bridgeport where she served as Sisterhood President and built a community she loved, surrounded by friends. She was blessed to find a second synagogue home at Temple Beth Shalom in Needham, MA, where her son has served as rabbi since 2006.

Chris is survived by her brother, Aram Nahabedian and his wife Chris, of Newtown, CT, her sister, Marlene Parnell and her husband Tom, of Westfield, MA, her children, Rabbi Todd and Michele Markley of Needham, MA, and her beloved grandchildren, Mia and Adam, in addition to her beloved nieces and nephews and their children.

The funeral service will be held at Congregation B’nai Israel, 2710 Park Avenue in Bridgeport, CT, at 10:00 am on Tuesday, April 21.   Those who wish to view the funeral service online can do so at this link at 10:00 am on Tuesday: https://bit.ly/ChrisMarkleyService

 Chris’s family asks that those who knew her share memories and stories of her through this online form so they can hold onto them for years to come: https://bit.ly/ChrisMarkleyMemories

Donations in Chris’s memory can be made to “Rabbi Markley’s Discretionary Fund” at Temple Beth Shalom, 670 Highland Ave, Needham, MA 02494.

Herbert Dreyer of Newton, Massachusetts passed away on Thursday, April 16th after a battle with pancreatic cancer.
Born October 1, 1945, Herb grew up in northeast Philadelphia with his father Daniel, mother Jean, and sister Selma. He attended Northeast High School and went to Gratz College for Hebrew studies. When he was 16, he went on the first Ramah Seminar to Israel where he met his future wife, Carol Wool.
Herb attended college at the Columbia-Jewish Theological Seminary Joint Program. He became deeply involved in the anti-war movement and Students for a Democratic Society, and was one of the leaders of the Columbia strike in 1968. He continued his anti-war efforts at a coffee house near Fort Dix, New Jersey and eventually found his calling to fight injustice and serve those in need by becoming a doctor. From 1970-73, he attended City College where he finished his college degree and pre-med requirements. Herb then went to New York Medical College (1973-1976) and interned at DC General Hospital.
He and Carol married in 1977, and moved to Massachusetts. He then completed a residency in internal medicine at the Faulkner Hospital. After residency, he began his 40 year long tenure at Dimock Community Health Center in Roxbury, providing care to an underserved community. During his tenure, he served as the medical director of the clinic and saw patients until he retired in 2016.
After retirement, Herb pursued his life-long love of literature by learning French. He studied at Boston University for 15 years, eventually taking all the graduate level courses in the department. He also read Hebrew literature, particularly enjoying the work of S.Y. Agnon. Throughout his life Herb was an active member of the Newton Center/Walnut Street Minyan community. He loved hiking, biking, and being in nature, as well as funny (and not so funny) puns. He was a caring and loving husband to Carol, father to Miriam and Naomi, and a playful and silly Zeydah to his grandsons.
Herb is survived by his wife of 49 years, Carol Wool; daughters Miriam Dreyer (Jacob Vincent) and Naomi Dreyer; grandsons Nathan and Jonah Vincent; and sister Selma (Walter) Brown.
Services Sunday, April, 19, 2026 at 11AM at the Walnut Street Minyan, 858 Walnut St., Newton, MA. Interment to follow at Polonnoe Cemetery, 776 Baker St., West Roxbury, MA.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in his honor to World Central Kitchen, The New Israel Fund, or Dimmock Community Health Center.

To view the livestream please click here

Jim Ball died peacefully in his sleep on April 15, 2026 at the age of 78, after a brief battle with cancer. In his final days, he was surrounded by those he loved most: his beloved wife of 43 years, Anita Diamant; his daughter, Emilia Diamant; his brother-in-law, Harry Diamant; and Emilia’s partner, Sophie.

Born in Tehran, Iran, Jim immigrated to the United States as a child and was raised in New Jersey. His mother, Julie, raised him and his brother, Ron, with abundant kindness, strong values, and enough Persian food to ensure he would never accept bland cooking for the rest of his life.

Jim attended Ithaca College, where he was a proud member of Students for a Democratic Society (SDS) and active in the anti–Vietnam War movement. It was also there that he fell in love with music, which became a lifelong passion.

He built a long and varied career in public relations working at the Harvard University News Office. The Cambridge School Department, and at the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA.)

In 2009, Jim co-founded the Boston Jewish Music Festival with Joey Baron, which later became part of JArts. For Jim, music was a way to build community, tell stories, and make lasting friendships.

A devoted singer, Jim was a member of several choirs and choruses in Boston and beyond, including the Newton Community Chorus and the Sinai Singers. Most recently, he founded a chorus at Opus in Newton, where he and Anita had recently moved. 

Jim also served as a North American Board member for the Union for Reform Judaism, contributing his leadership and deep commitment to Jewish life and community.

While his accomplishments were many, those who knew Jim always mention his kindness, his warmth, his quick smile, and his love of laughter. 

Funeral services will be held on Friday at 11:00 AM at Temple Sinai Brookline.

Jim’s family will be observing Shiva at the following times and locations:

• Sunday, April 19, 5:00-8:00pm, at Temple Sinai, 50 Sewell Ave., Brookline, MA Attend in person, or by Zoom (click here).
• Monday, April 20, 7:00-8:00pm, a “Kumzits Shiva” via Zoom only, with music that Jim loved (click here for the Zoom link);
• Tuesday, April 21, 5:30-8:00pm, at Temple Sinai, Brookline. Attend in person, or by Zoom (click here).
• Wednesday, April 22, Shiva will be private;
• Thursday, April 23, 12:00-2:00pm, at Mayyim Hayyim Living Waters community mikveh and educational center, 1838 Washington Street, Newton.

Those who wish to honor Jim’s memory through acts of tzedakah are encouraged to consider making a donation to the Zamir Choral Foundation, Temple Sinai’s Music, Prayer & Ritual Fund, or the voting rights organization of your choice.

Dr. Melvin “Mel” Phillip Bubrick, 81, retired surgeon, devoted father and loving grandfather passed away peacefully on April 14th 2026 surrounded by his family’s love.  He lived a life defined by quiet strength and an enduring commitment to those he loved.

For decades, Mel practiced surgery with precision and heart.  He was known not only for his skill but for his ability to take calculated risks, finding hope for his patients when others saw hopelessness.  To many he was more than a physician, he was a source of possibility as well an adored teacher and mentor.  He served as Chief of Surgery at Hennipen Country Medical Center for many years, and he was an integral part of bringing Minneapolis its first Level One trauma center, an accomplishment he hoped would serve the community long after his departure from medicine.

Mel faced the gradual loss of vision to glaucoma with the same quiet courage that he met all of life’s challenges.  Though his vision diminished completely over time, his loving and generous spirit persisted and brightened the lives lives of so many.

He was preceded in death by his beloved son and best friend Dr. Jerry Bubrick, his devoted wife Barbara Bubrick, cherished siblings Sharon Subeck, Jerry Bubrick and furry companions Checkers, Libby and Boomer.

He is survived by his daughters Dr. Ellen Bubrick (Dr. Joshua Namias) and Dena Tranen (Daniel Tranen) and his 6 grandchildren, Maya Bubrick, Gabby Bubrick, Maddie Namias, Brooke Namias, Sam Tranen and Milo Tranen as well The Subeck, Spanjer and Reiss families all of whom he loved very much, as well as the close friends he enjoyed throughout the years.

Mel will be remembered as he hoped one day he would be – as a great guy.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Continuum Education and Therapy, a school for children with disabilities, https://www.continuumeducationandtherapy.org/donate-1or The Lighthouse of Collier: Center for the Blind and Visually Impaired, https://www.lighthouseofcollier.org/donate/

In loving memory of our mother, Sandra “Sandy” Mills, who passed away on April 12, 2026.

She was the devoted wife of the late Laurence Mills and loving mother of Mikayla, Allison and Russell. Loving grandmother to Avery, Max, Logan, Jordan and Joy. Beloved sister of Peggy Gassman and the late Nita Boyer.

She will be deeply missed by all who knew her.

Our mother was a kind, caring and giving person who always put the needs of her family before her own. She was a strong woman who faced every challenge in her life with courage and dignity. Our mother was a source of inspiration to us all and she will be deeply missed by everyone whose lives she touched.

Growing up, Sandra was always there for us, whether we needed help with our homework or a home cooked meal. She  instilled in us the importance of family, acts of service and doing what is right.

Sandra, born to Isador and Edith Rosenblum and spent her childhood on Nantasket Beach.  Sandra had a brilliant mind and graduated with high honors from Bryn Mawr College and went on to receive a Master’s degree from Boston University.

In her later years Sandra spent her days caring for Laurence and heading “The Afghan Project ”, a non-profit that provided comfort for foster children.

The funeral service will be held at Sharon Memorial Park, 40 Dedham St., Sharon, MA, Wednesday April 15, 2026 at 1:45 pm.

Reception and Shiva at the home of Peggy and Andy Gassman, immediately following the service until sundown.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her memory to Bryn Mawr College.

Mom, you will always be in our hearts, and we will never forget you. We love you so much. Rest in peace.