Archive: May, 2022

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Amy (Berger) Schneier of Wellesley, MA, unexpectedly passed away on May 17, 2022 at the young age of 68. Beloved wife of Eliot Schneier. Daughter of the late Freda and Melvin Berger. Greatest mother to Abby Schneier Williams and her husband, Greg, and Adam Schneier and his wife, Jennifer. Cherished grandmother of Madison and Lexie Schneier. Loving sister of Michael Berger and his wife, Debra, and Alex Berger.

Amy will be remembered for her love and devotion to her family, thoughtfulness, and generosity to others. A loyal friend, Amy always brought her smile and positive outlook on life. Her spunky personality and quick wit always kept those around her laughing. All who knew her, loved her, and she will be greatly missed.

Services in The Chapel of Sharon Memorial Park, 40 Dedham Street, Sharon, on Sunday May 22, 2022, at 10 am. Masks will be required. Following the interment, a memorial observance will be held at the home of Adam and Jennifer Schneier on Sunday until 7:00 pm, and Monday 2-4 and 7-9 pm. In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to The Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation, 72 River Street, Suite 202, Needham, MA 02494.

Fine, Dr. Albert Hessel, of Tilton, NH, and formerly Newton and Revere, passed May 17, 2022. He was the beloved father of Peter, Jeffrey, Natalie Fernsebner, and Jenifer Fine-Loven, the proud Papa to Jeremy, Audrey, Ezra, Hallie, Melon, and Tess, and cherished Uncle Al to his deeply adored nieces and nephews. His former wife Marcia, whom he met when he was 15, remained his friend until the end. Al was the partner of his dear Janie Francis Gavin, who
worked along side him at Somerville hospital for nearly 40 years. Services at 2:00 pm at Sharon Memorial Park, 40 Dedham Street, Sharon, MA on Thursday, May 19, 2022. Shiva to follow from 5:00 to 8:00 pm at the home of Jeff Fine. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Jewish World Services (AJWS.org), an organization that helps those in need all over the world.

Wyzanski, Bernice (Lovitt), of Brookline MA, passed away peacefully on May 17, 2022.  Born and raised in Worcester, the youngest of 4 siblings, she was the beloved wife of the late William Wyzanski. A Brookline resident for 55 years, she was the devoted mother of Steven and his wife Stacey of Revere, Mark of Brookline and Eliot and his wife Kirsten of Walpole. Loving grandmother of Robert, Samuel and his fiancé Hailey, Sofie, Seth, Alana, Addison and Victoria. Proud great-grandmother of Jaiden, Anthony and Dominick.  Also survived by nephews Arnold and his wife Jackie and Robert and his wife Stephanie, all of Miami FL, along with many great-nephews and nieces.  In her later years she enjoyed volunteering in the building she resided in, Hebrew Senior Life.  Her other hobbies included spending time with her family, playing mah-jong with friends, attending Broadway shows, and cheering for our great Boston sports teams. Graveside service at Sharon Memorial Park, 40 Dedham St., Sharon MA, on Sunday, May 22, 2022 at 2:45 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Bernice’s name to the charity of your choice.

When David R. Kuppenheimer died at 71, on May 16, 2022, we lost a loyal brother and friend, and our world became a little less kind, less thoughtful, less funny.

He  was predeceased by his parents Selma (Hauser) Kuppenheimer and John Daniel Kuppenheimer, and his brother John D Kuppenheimer Jr.  He is  survived by his brother Robert B. Kuppenheimer and his wife Nancy of Corona Del Mar California, with whom he talked every day, and during his long courageous struggle with prostate cancer,  often more.

David had a twenty-year career in mental health and human services and for many years ran a treatment program for incarcerated sexual offenders in the Massachusetts Department of Corrections. He graduated from Doherty High School in Worcester and received his Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from University of Massachusetts Amherst and a Master of Human Services Management from Brandeis University in 1981.

He was committed to social justice in his work and through his generous support of many institutions for victims of poverty and injustice. As a long-time Board member of Emerge, a non-profit agency providing treatment and education for abusers, in Cambridge, MA, and as a member of the Newton Human Rights Commission (2018-2022) he spoke out for social justice, gun control and against the death penalty. He was a member of the international multidisciplinary Association for the Treatment of Sexual Abusers since 1994.

David’s deepest connections were with a circle of friends;  rounds of golf, trips to Fenway, an annual outing with a foursome,  Thanksgiving gatherings, elegant Christmas dinners,  and always concerts.  The music of Springsteen, the Beatles, the Rolling Stones, BB King and more.  And food – he tracked all the new restaurants and was a wonderful cook. He was a member of many families.  He was part of their lives, marriages, births, baptisms and birthdays, and a special godfather to one.

Celebration of life to be held Monday, August 8, 2022 at Gore Place, 52 Gore St., Waltham, MA.

Service at 12:30 pm followed by a BBQ luncheon- all are welcome.

Donations in memory of David may be made to Southern Poverty Law Center, www.splcenter.org or World Central Kitchen, www.wck.org.

Lawrence “Larry” Kotin, of Cambridge MA. Born 1940 in Monticello, NY, raised in South Fallsburg, NY, educated in New York and Paris, and devoted resident of Cambridge, MA for 44 years. Beloved son of Edward Kotin and Ada (Gerson) Kotin, and brother to David and John Kotin. Devoted father to Alison Kotin and Jack Kotin. Proud grandfather to Ada Kotin Webb. A pioneer in the field of special education law in Massachusetts, and founding partner of Kotin, Crabtree & Strong, LLP, Larry’s tireless advocacy for families of children with special needs and the universal right to education continues to inspire. A devoted colleague, treasured neighbor, beloved grandfather, father, father-in-law, brother, and uncle, and an open-hearted friend to any person in need.

Services were private. Donations may be made in Larry’s honor to GLBTQ Legal Advocates and Defenders (https://www.glad.org) or the Federation for Children with Special Needs (https://fcsn.org).

KAPLAN, Susan Leslie, of Framingham, on May 15, 2022. Daughter of the late Herman and Esther (Milton) Steckerl.  Beloved wife of Arthur H. Kaplan. Devoted mother of E David Kaplan and Laura Eve Waldman. Cherished grandmother of Emily and Katy Waldman and Sarah Kaplan. Loving sister-in-law of Dr. Joshua M. Kaplan and sister of Ellen Rosenblatt.

Graveside service will be held at Or Emet Cemetery, 776 Baker St., West Roxbury, MA on Wednesday, May 18, 2022, at 11AM. Following interment, family and friends are invited to gather at Golden Temple, 1651 Beacon St., Brookline, MA at 12:30 pm. In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to the American Cancer Society, www.cancer.org.

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of Brookline, on May 13, 2022. Beloved husband and best friend of Devra (Kimball) Lasden. Devoted father of Susan Young, Stephen Lasden and Cynthia Lasden. Cherished grandfather of Marisa Young and Lina Lasden. Dear brother of the late Lillian Morse and  brother-in-law of Margie Kimball. Loving uncle of Audrey and Donald Garcia, Marcia and Greg Roy, and Heidi and Jeff Popkin. Also survived by many great nieces and nephews. Don was a father and grandfather figure and a great friend to all. Services will be at Temple Beth Shalom, 670 Highland Ave., Needham, MA on Tuesday, May 17, 2022 at 10AM. Masks are required. Interment to follow at Sharon Memorial Park, 40 Dedham St., Sharon, MA. Family and friends are welcome to visit at the home of Heidi and Jeff Popkin – 58 Hillside Avenue in Needham – immediately following the interment until 7:30 pm and on Wednesday from 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm.  The shiva visitation will be held outdoors.  A minyan service will be held on Tuesday evening towards the end of the visitation. Remembrances may be made to the Grebber Memorial Fund at Temple Beth Shalom, Needham. https://www.tbsneedham.org/donate

Dr. Joel Vincent Weinstock passed away on Saturday, May 7, 2022.  An international pioneer in the study and treatment of inflammatory conditions of the digestive system, Dr. Weinstock coined the term “hygiene hypothesis” – the theory that raising children in extremely hygienic environments has an adverse impact on immune development, predisposing them to inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) and other immunological disorders later in life.  Dr. Weinstock is world-renowned for his innovative and extensive research on helminths – small, parasitic worms, once more common in the intestinal tract, that have shown to be protective against IBD.

Born on March 21, 1948 in Detroit, Michigan to middle-class parents Esther and Herman Weinstock during the height of the space race, Joel developed his knack for medicine and ingenuity at an early age.  After finishing high school, Dr. Weinstock won a full scholarship to Wayne State University School of Medicine, where he graduated at the top of his class. He completed his residency and fellowship at University Hospitals and Clinics of Michigan in Ann Arbor before returning to Wayne State as Vice-Chief in the Division of Gastroenterology, where he cultivated his expertise in inflammatory bowel disease, publishing breakthrough papers in the new era of study involving granuloma development and immune regulation.

At the age of 35, Dr. Weinstock left Wayne State to become Chief of the Division of Gastroenterology and of the Digestive Disease Center at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics in Iowa City, Iowa, positions he held for 19 years until 2005, when he became Chief of the Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology at Tufts Medical Center in Boston, Massachusetts, a position he held for the following 15 years.

Dr. Weinstock was known professionally as a devoted physician leader, researcher, educator, and fierce advocate for his patients and their families. He often gave patients his home telephone number.  His laboratory was awarded millions of dollars in decades of funding to active research programs, encompassing basic science through clinical trials related to IBD.

As devoted as Dr. Weinstock was to fathering breakthroughs in his field of study, Joel was an equally devoted and successful husband and father to his family. He was an avid student of history, lover of nature, director of projects, appreciator of culture, and a loyal friend to many. Joel was especially fond of multi-colored lilies throughout his garden that he affectionately called his fireworks.

Dr. Weinstock is survived by his wife of 40 years, Alison, and their adult children Lisa, Jeff, and Andrew, who all reside in the Boston area.  A funeral service will take place on Wednesday, May 11, 2022 at 11:30 am at Beit Olam East Cemetery, 44 Concord Rd., Wayland, MA 01778.

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On Saturday, May 7, 2022. Predeceased by his beloved wife, Jane Ellen (Covitz) Greenfield, parents Sidney and Claudia Greenfield, and sister Joan Greenfield. Arthur leaves his brothers-in-law David Covitz and wife Karen and William Covitz and wife Catherine. He was the beloved uncle of Dr. Lynne Hardy and husband Drew, Amy Arnold, Rabbi Mark Covitz and wife Stacy, Robert Covitz and wife Rabbi Stephanie, Jeffrey Covitz and wife Elizabeth, and many great-nieces and nephews. Dear Cousin of Ronald Lefton and his wife Deborah, and Jane Ellen Greenfield and numerous cousins. Arthur’s service will be held on Friday, May 13, 2022, at Sharon Memorial Park at 10:45 am. Please go to Brezniakfd.com for livestream link. Remembrances in Arthur’s memory may be made to Hebrew Senior Life,1200 Centre St., Roslindale, MA 02131.

Virginia “Ginger” Dobbie, passed away Tuesday, May 3, 2022 at her home surrounded by her family.

Dear daughter of the late Donald A. Dobbie and Virginia T. (Thurlow) Dobbie. Beloved Wife of Daniel A. Greenblatt. Devoted mother of Eva Smith and her husband Mike of Leesburg, VA, Susan Harrington and her husband Dave of Woburn, MA and Donna Ben-Moshe and her husband Avi of Springfield, VA. Proud grandmother of Ellie and Mason Smith, Jonathan, David and Ryan Harrington, Solomon, Thadea and Amos Ben-Moshe. Loving sister of Susan Hayward and the late Ellen Full.

Ginger was born in White Plains, NY, and grew up in Scarsdale, NY. From a very young age and throughout her life she was happiest when doing her artwork: drawing, painting, knitting, crocheting, needlework, quilting, sewing, beading bracelets etc.

Ginger studied nursing at the University of Rochester. She moved to the Boston area in 1970 where she worked as a RN at various medical institutions including the Boston Floating Hospital for Infants & Children, Nantucket Hospital, Youville Hospital, The Dorchester Clinic, and her longest employment being at Somerville Hospital where she spent 26 years. After retiring from nursing in 2012 she focused on her lifelong love of the arts. She was a signature member and board member of the N.E. Watercolor society, a member of the Malden Sketch Group, and a member to art associations in North Shore, Rockport, Concord, and Reading. She was also involved in various crafting and volunteer groups.

A funeral service will be held at Mt Auburn Cemetery in the Story Chapel, 580 Mt. Auburn St., Cambridge at 11am on Tuesday May 10th, 2022 with memorial reception to follow 2-5pm at the Burlington Marriott. Donations in her memory may be made to the Dana Farber Cancer Institute.

Graveside service at Puritan Cemetery, 776 Baker St., West Roxbury, on Friday, May 6, 2022 at 11 am.

Toby “Thelma” (Katz) Kennen, of Waltham, MA passed away May 1, 2022. She was 95 years old. Daughter of the late Max and Annie E. (Cohen) Katz. Beloved wife of the late Julius “Yukee” Kennen. Devoted mother of Anita Kennen, Robert Kennen and his wife Elaine, Alan Kennen and his wife Gelene, and Jeffrey Kennen and his wife Laurie. Cherished grandmother of Lisa McCarthy and her husband Andrew, Michael, Brian, Aaron, and Aliana Kennen and great-grandmother of Connor and Liam McCarthy. Dear sister of the late Maurice “Moe” Katz.

Graveside service at Beth Israel Memorial Park, 190 South St., Waltham, Thursday, May 5, 2022 at 11:00 am. Memorial observance immediately following the service at Temple Beth Israel, 25 Harvard St., Waltham, MA. In lieu of flowers, donations in Toby’s memory may be made to Temple Beth Israel, 25 Harvard St., Waltham, MA 02453.

Keimach, Louis, of Canton, MA, formerly of Randolph, MA and Boynton Beach, FL, passed away on May 1, 2022. Beloved husband of the late Ethel (Shriber) Keimach. Devoted father of Gary Keimach and his wife Shelley of Sharon, MA, Lisa Winch and her husband Todd of Southlake, TX, and the late Lora Beth Keimach. Proud grandfather of Eli Keimach and his wife Priscilla, Anabelle Keimach, and Sarah Winch. Services at Temple Israel, 125 Pond St., Sharon, MA on Tuesday, May 3^rd at 1 pm. Interment at Sharon Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, donations in Louis’ memory may be made to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, 220 N. Main St. #104, Natick, MA 01760.

Wollins, Eleanor (Nager), of Lenox, MA, formerly of Lexington and Newton passed away May 1, 2022. Beloved wife of the late Benjamin Wollins. Devoted mother of Jill Wollins and the late Scott Wollins Loving sister of the late Goldie Levine (Abe), the late Beatrice Weintraub (Henry), the late Mildred Saffer (Mike), sister-in-law the late Pauline Richmond (Al) and the late Helen Wollins. Loving daughter of the late Etta and Louis Nager. Loving aunt of the late Judy Beiser (Gil), Diane Rosenfield (Jim), Johann Dretchen (Kenneth), Fredi Leisersohn (Howard), Reba Novich (Barry), Aaron Weintraub as well as great nieces and nephews. Eleanor Wollins died on May 1, 2022 at the age of 96.  Eleanor was born on March 28, 1926 in Malden, Mass to Etta and Louis Nager.  Eleanor was the youngest of four girls. Eleanor knew at an early age that she wanted to be a teacher, and, was the first in her family to go to college.  She graduated from Framingham Teachers College and later earned a Master’s degree from Boston University.  Eleanor taught in the Newton Public Schools for 33 years.  Eleanor was a beloved educator.  A woman ahead of her time, Eleanor learned computer programming so she could teach and use the computer in her third grade classroom.   Prior to meeting her future husband, the late Benjamin Wollins, Eleanor lived in Germany teaching at an Army Dependents School and traveling extensively throughout Europe.   In 1955 she married the late Benjamin Wollins, and subsequently had two children, Jill Wollins and the late Scott Wollins. Eleanor loved to cook and bake, and to entertain friends and family. Eleanor was an avid reader and scrabble player. After caring for her husband Ben until his death, Eleanor joined a vibrant community at Locke Village in Lexington, before spending her final years in the Berkshires. Graveside service at Sharon Memorial Park, 40 Dedham St., Sharon, MA on Wednesday, May 4, 2022 at 2:45 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to National Jewish Health, the Alzheimer’s Association or a charity of your choice.

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Moshe Jacob, 60 of Maynard formerly from Karkur, Israel, died suddenly on Friday, April 29^, 2022.

Born in Hadera Israel, he was the son of the late Zaki and Latifa Jacob, husband of Michelle (Druker) and father to Nathaniel and Aaron Jacob.   Survived by siblings Avi Jacob, Yosi Jacob, Ruti Biton, Shula Nami and Rachel Yachin and many loving nieces and nephews. He will be joining in heaven his late siblings:  Ezrah, Eli, Yisrael and Nadera Jacob.

Moshe grew up in Karkur, Israel attending high school at Kibbutz Evron in the Western Galilea.  After graduation, he went on to be an officer in the Israeli army before immigrating to the United States in 1984.   In 1989 he married Michelle (Druker) and went on to raise their family including two sons, Nathaniel and Aaron in Maynard, MA.

Moshe spent his career building everything from garden, to stonewalls, to home renovations and repairs working for Zen Associations, his own business Jacob Home Services and most recently at Brandeis University.  He could fix just about anything from cars to appliances with extreme patience and self-taught knowledge.

Moshe was a dad and husband first sacrificing everything to make sure the family had security and opportunities while always putting their needs before his own.  He would give of his time, love, wisdom, and technical skills without hesitation to his immediate and extended families at any time

Moshe was a citizen of both the US and Israel with extensive knowledge of politics and current events in both lands and would love to discuss and debate in detail with others. His homeland of Israel was always in his heart and had could tell nostalgic stories of his youth and his family in detail.  He often would quote wisdom bestowed on him from his mother who had sage advice for all situations.  He loved listening to Israeli nationalist and other Israeli music and comedians from the years past and would sing and translate for Michelle and the boys the meaning of these songs.  You could tell what light it gave to his spirit to hear this music.

Moshe was an avid Celtics fan and was excited to see the team advanced to the playoffs.  He enjoyed watching games with Aaron and Nate when time allowed.  For his last birthday, the family attended a game live which he enjoyed even though he would have been content watching at home.  He found much peace and comfort spending time at home with the family not needing much material or outside adventures.

May his memory be a blessing to us all.   He will always be with us in the lessons he taught us, the stories he shared, and the lives he touched.

Attendee’s should arrive at the park 20-30 min before service time. Please report to the Administrative Building, where the professional staff of the Brezniak Funeral Directors will assist.

Following services memorial observance will be held at the Jacob residence, Minyan will be led by Rabbi Mike at 5:00pm   and continuing Friday, 12-6 pm, Minyan led by Cantor Sarra at 5 pm. All guests who attend shiva must be wearing masks.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Moshe’s memory may be made to Congregation Beth Elohim, c/o Amy Naparstek Israel Scholarship Fund.

Colonel Ralph Zimmerman, USAF-Of Boston, on April 24, 2022.Ralph was born in Brooklyn New York in 1934. He was raised in Haifa, Israel where he met his future wife of 67½-years, Rivka. Ralph and Rivka were high school sweethearts and met while in they were in the scouts. In 1952, when Ralph was 18-years old, he worked his way to the United States as a deckhand on a commercial freighter. Upon his arrival in the US, during the height of the Korean War, as a US citizen, he was informed of his impending draft into the military. Rather than being drafted, he joined the US Air Force. In 1954, upon being commissioned as a 2nd Lieutenant, Ralph returned to Israel to marry his sweetheart Rivka. They were both 20-years old. Ralph and Rivka went on to have 3-children; Grace, David and Bill. After a 25-year career in the US Air Force, Ralph retired as a full Colonel, at the age of 43, and moved to the private sector, in Dayton Ohio, where he worked for another 20-years before retiring to Boston with Rika. In retirement, Ralph and Rivka traveled the world extensively. Their travels included spending 4-months each winter in Haifa, Israel, enjoying family, old friends and the country.

Ralph enlisted in the US Air Force on December 17, 1952, as an enlisted man, during the height of the Korean War. Soon thereafter he proceeded to Officer’s Training School where he was awarded his commission as a 2nd Lieutenant in September of 1954 and then his Navigator’s Wings that November. He then took advantage of the Air Force’s need for pilots during the height of the Cold War and went to pilot training where he was awarded his Pilot’s Wings in August 1957. Ralph was one the few “dual rated” pilots in the Air Force at that time having earned both his Navigator’s and Pilot’s Wings. After pilot training, he went on to become a co-pilot of B-47 crew, in the Strategic Air Command (SAC), tasked with carrying nuclear weapons during the Cold War.

From there, in April of 1965, Ralph was transferred to the Republic of South Vietnam. He was assigned to the 19^th Tactical Air Support Squadron (TASS) in the role of a Forward Air Controller (FAC). In this role, during his one-year deployment, he flew 475 combat sorties, for which he was awarded 19-Air Medals and the Bronze Star. Additionally, in the summer of 1965 Ralph was shot down by enemy ground fire, crash landed his O-1E BirdDog in a US Army Special Forces camp’s perimeter mine field and walked away from the crash, only to fly another mission, in another aircraft, later that day, because that’s who he was.

Ralph took every opportunity that the Air Force offered to further his education, earning both a Bachelor’s of Science in Mechanical Engineering (BSME) and a Master in Business Administration (MBA) as well as attending numerous other military schooling opportunities.

Following his tour of duty in Vietnam, Ralph rejoined his family for a 3½-year assignment as the Base Operations Officer at a US Air Force base in England. It was here that he completed his MBA. England was followed by stations in Sacramento, California and Dayton, Ohio. It was in Dayton where Ralph performed some of his most important work during his Air Force career. It was here that he led the logistics teams that acquired both the F-15 and A-10 aircraft for the Air Force. In this role, he travelled to and briefed many high-level general officers at the Pentagon. Ralph retired from the Air Force, as a full Colonel, on February 28, 1977. He was awarded The Legion of Merit upon his retirement.

Ralph’s military retirement accommodated his wife’s desire to further her education and become a successful business woman in corporate America. Ralph joined Dayco Corporation where he became an intrapreneur, launching a new business within Dayco Corporation which he headed as its president. The business was a Third-Party Health Administrator (TPA). These types of organizations were the first corporate efforts to control skyrocketing healthcare costs. Ralph became an expert at healthcare cost containment, advising numerous CEOs and corporations around the country. He also advised the chairman of Dayco on the best investment strategies for the corporate retirement funds. Ralph’s TPA business, BenePlan Strategies, became a nice profit center for Dayco which they eventually spun off. He retired from BenePlan Strategies in 1997.

Ralph was a decisive, determined, very hard working, exceptionally loyal, ethical beyond measure, highly intelligent and compassionate person. Ralph was a dedicated family man, a loving husband, father and grandfather. He was a very generous son-in-law, inviting his in-laws to live with the family for months at a time on a regular basis, including traveling together on vacations in Europe and the United States. Ralph was a beloved and special friend to all of Ralph and Rivka’s friends. Ralph’s life revolved around his career and his family. All of us have been enriched and are grateful to have been loved and cared for by him. Ralph passed away on April 24, 2022 and will be greatly missed.

The family is holding a private funeral on Thursday morning. Friends are warmly invited to join the family at the shiva which will take place at 3 Tamarack Rd., Weston, MA on Thursday, April 28, 2022 from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM and on Friday April 29, 2022 from 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to either the Jewish National Fund Trees JNF Trees, to plant trees in Ralph’s beloved Israel, or The Honor Foundation Honor Foundation, an organization that helps military Special Forces troops transition to private sector careers.

ZANE (Steinfeld), Lillian of Jamaica Plain, formally of Brookline, passed Sunday, April 24, 2022 at  the age of 101. She was the devoted daughter of the late Nathan Steinfeld and Florence (Neufeld) Steinfeld. Loving wife of the late Ernest Zane. Devoted mother of Michael Stuart Zane (Elizabeth), Peter Lee Zane (Ellen), William Morris Zane (Valerie) and Debra Ruth Zane (Maxwell Gould). Dear grandmother of Rachel Ellen Zane.

Lillian was raised in the Lower East Side of Manhattan, attended PS 1, Seward Park High School and Hunter College.

She met Ernest when she was civilian secretary in the Air Force and they married on Christmas Day in 1946. They moved to Boston and started a family.

In addition to being a home maker, Lillian was a bookkeeper for the manufacturing company that Ernest founded, and thereafter was the Matriarch of the Kryptonite Lock Corporation, a family business. And she was a dog lover, a voracious reader and a great cook. She had a wonderful sense of humor and was self-assured and loved by many who knew her.

Funeral service and shiva will be private. In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be made to the Rogerson House, 434 Jamaica Way, Boston, MA 02130 or to Tufts Medical Center, 800 Washington St., Boston, MA 02111.

Sam Silverman, 96, of Lexington, MA, died peacefully at home on April 23, 2022. A retired physicist and lawyer, his lifelong curiosity led him to study and publish in multiple fields. His primary focus was upper atmospheric physics and the aurora borealis, and he also published hundreds of articles and book reviews about a wide range of topics in the social sciences, biblical studies, psychology, and music. One of his proudest moments was securing the release of an innocent incarcerated man. He was an elected member of Lexington Town Meeting for over 40 years. He is survived by his partner, Rachel Rosenblum, his five children, nine grandchildren, and two great-granddaughters. He was predeceased by his wife of 50 years, Phyllis Silverman, and his first wife, Jacqueline Alon.  Funeral services will be held at 12 noon, Tuesday, April 26, 2022  at Temple Emunah, 9 Piper Road, Lexington, MA.  Burial to follow at Beit Olam East, 42 Concord Rd., Wayland, MA. Memorial donations may be made to: Cary Memorial Library, 1874 Massachusetts Ave., Lexington, MA, or the Yiddish Book Center, 1021 West St., Amherst, MA.

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Adler-Golden, age 69, died from glioblastoma on Thursday, April 21, 2022 in Newtonville, Massachusetts. Steve was born on April 6, 1953 in Brooklyn, New York to Syliva Bloom Adler and Alexander Adler.  In 1980, he married his childhood friend, Rachel Golden. After completing post doctoral work at M.I.T., Steve worked as a research scientist for Spectral Sciences, Inc. in Burlington, MA for 40 years. Steve’s lifelong passion for creating art culminated in a show this past January and February of prints, paintings and mixed media at Gorse Mill Studio, in Needham. Steve is survived by his wife of 43 years, Rachel, his children Lisa (Gaelin Bryant) and Daniel (Diana Oliphant). Funeral services will take place  on Monday April 25 at 10:30 AM at Temple Ohabei Shalom, 1187 Beacon St., Brookline, MA.   Memorial donations may be made in Steve’s name to the Union of Concerned Scientists, 2 Brattle Square, Cambridge, MA 02138.

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Gail Stern (née Gruzin), 83, passed away on April 17, 2022. Predeceased by her beloved husband, Gideon, to whom she was married for 56 years. She was the cherished mother of Alan E. Stern and Lisa Stern (Zachary Gillman). Originally from Worcester, she was the daughter of Herman and Bessie Gruzin and the sister of Sharyn Gruzin and the late Judith Shulman.  Gail is leaving a legacy of kindness. Her love was unconditional, and her gratitude and appreciation were widespread. She was inclusive before it was trendy. “We are all G-d’s children and deserve respect”, she would say. She believed in body positivity well before there was Oprah, Adele or Lizzo. She always greeted you with a warm smile, a kind word, and a compliment. She was everyone’s soft place to land. She taught us all to never give up, to persevere, and always be positive. She was everyone’s cheerleader, including her own, especially when a rare neurodegenerative disease took its toll late in life.  She was the model of dignity – Hair done. Lipstick on. A shpritz of perfume. March on. She showed us what it meant to love eternally.  She is now reunited with her eternal love, Gideon.   Donations can be made in her memory to the Newton Community Development Foundation, ncdfinc.org.

Levine, Priscilla, of Newton, MA passed away at home April 16, 2022 at the age of 104. Beloved wife of the late George Levine, decorated WWII veteran. Devoted mother of Robin Levine of Newton, and Philip Levine and his wife Linda of Randolph. Adored grandmother of Rachel Levine and her husband Nelson. A loving aunt. Private graveside services at Sharon Memorial Park. Due to Covid concerns, a memorial celebration will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations in Priscilla’s memory may be made to the charity of your choice.

Joyce Meyers Seigel, of Boynton Beach, Fla., died Friday, April 15.  A Boynton Beach resident since 2006, she grew up in New York City and lived for a long time in Washington, D.C. and Chestnut Hill, Mass.

Joyce was always involved in national and local politics.  In the 1970’s and ‘80’s she worked in the treasurer’s office at the Democratic National Committee and was an experienced fundraiser and supporter of candidates for the U.S. Senate, House and local offices in Washington.   She also worked in the Washington, D.C. office of the deputy mayor for business development.

She was also a member and supporter of various charitable boards in Washington, loved art and the theatre and painted when able.

Joyce was preceded in death by her parents, Marion and Charles Meyers and brother Eugene Meyers.  She was the beloved mother of Charles Meyers Seigel, Lee and Alison Seigel and Suzanne and Jeffrey Barrow, cherished grandmother of Meredith Barrow, Andrew Seigel, Alexandra Barrow, Scott Seigel and Matthew Barrow.  After her family her greatest love was the many dogs she had in her lifetime, and is survived by her loving companion Rosie.

Burial will be private.  In lieu of flowers, remembrances can be made to the disaster relief fund or pet care assistance fund at the Massachusetts Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (mspca.org).

Mark Edward of Berenson North Eastham, passed on April 10, 2022. Son of the late Max Berenson and Doris (Braverman) Berenson. Beloved husband of Susan Jane (Sweeney) Berenson. Devoted father of Michelle Pflaum, Julene McCook and Michael Berenson.  Admired stepfather of Karen Keats.  Proud grandfather of Max Berenson, Jennifer McCook, Micah Pflaum, Heather Keats, Matthew Keats, and Jordan Keats.  Loving brother of Peter Berenson and Jon Berenson.

 Mark’s love and talent for photography created many beautiful memories for his family and friends.

Services and shiva will be private.  In lieu of flowers, donations in Mark’s memory may be made to charities of your choice.

Dr. Martin Wagner- Age  98, Of Belmont, MA, on  Thursday, April 14, 2022. For 54 years he was the beloved husband of the late Sally (Sevran) Wagner. Devoted mother of Andrea Wagner & her husband Edward Wiest. Loving grandmother of Alice, Henry and May. Dr. Wagner  was born in Berlin, Germany and emigrated to the United States in 1939.  Graduate of The University of Oklahoma and Tufts Dental School. He practiced in Cambridge for many years. He was a lover of Classical music and Opera. He was a longtime member of Beth El Temple in Belmont. Private graveside service on April 15. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Aid for Cancer Research, PO box 376 ,Newton Centre, MA 02459.

Margaret Warshaw Brill of Newton Highlands died April 13, 2022, at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center in Boston following a stroke. She was with her family when she passed. She was born May 4, 1947, at Lawrence General Hospital to Thayer and Bernice (Kepner) Warshaw and grew up in Andover, MA. She leaves behind her grieving family: husband Nick; children Rachel (Jacob Pemberton), Jacob (Emma Huntington), and Charlotte; grandchildren Josephine Pemberton, Samuel Pemberton, James Pemberton, and Lucas Brill; sisters Elinor Davidson and Shirley Roshannah and their families; and cousins Beth Schuyler and Judy Weiner.

Margaret graduated from Abbott Academy, Radcliffe College of Harvard University, and the Boston University School of Law. Margaret began her career as an attorney representing tenants and other low income clients with Greater Boston Legal Services. She later became the head of the real estate practice group at Testa, Hurwitz and Thibeault. For the last part of her career, she was a member of MIT’s Office of General Counsel working on real estate and transactional matters. She was active in civic programs at Temple Shalom in Newton including, most recently, the synagogue’s resettlement program for Afghan refugees.  Margaret also sang in the Temple’s volunteer choir.

A lifelong lover of the music, arts, and theatre, Margaret enjoyed the Handel & Haydn Society, the Metropolitan Opera, and the Glimmerglass Festival. Margaret was learning to play the guitar and enjoyed playing for her grandchildren when they visited from California. An avid reader, she was the cofounder of a women’s book group now in its 30th year.

Margaret had a gift for bringing people together and for cherishing her many friendships, old and new. Margaret loved the family house in Goose Rocks Beach in Kennebunkport, ME, and enjoyed sharing it with family and friends. She took special pleasure in long walks on the beach with her loved ones and dogs, and she and Nick called Goose Rocks “our happy place”.

Above all else, Margaret loved her family. She was the family captain, raising three wonderful children who are devoted to one another and their extended family. Her sly sense of humor, wonderful laugh, wise counsel, and love will be missed by family and friends. Her spirit of caring made the world a better place.

Funeral services will be on Tuesday April 19th at 11:00 AM, at Temple Shalom (175 Temple Street, West Newton, MA), followed by burial in Newton Cemetery. Following burial there will be a reception at Temple Shalom to celebrate Margaret’s life.

Donations: Temple Shalom Afghan Resettlement Program, 175 Temple Street, West Newton MA.

Bella Kolker of Boston, on April, 13, 2022. Services will be held at Framingham-Natick Jewish Cemetery, 39 Fairview Avenue, Natick, MA on Tuesday, April 19, 2022 at 11:00am.

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Miriam Pearl (Greene) Bernstein, age 91, of Villanova, Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 12, 2022. “Mimi”, better known by her grandchildren as “Ma”, was the beloved wife of the late Morton G. Bernstein and devoted mother of Moshe Yehuda (Batsheva), Don (Renee), Peretz, Ted (Lorri) and Julie. She was adored by her seventeen grandchildren and fourteen great-grandchildren. Mimi grew up as the youngest child of the late Benjamin and Sarah Greene in Waltham, MA, alongside her 6 siblings of blessed memory. She had a dynamic personality, zest for life and a generous spirit. A philanthropist, she was an avid lover of animals and music. She was a dedicated homemaker and devoted mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. The care and maintenance of family was central to her life. Services will be held graveside at the Quincy Hebrew Cemetery at Baker Street Jewish Cemetery on Tuesday, April 19, 2022 at 2:00 pm. Shiva will be held on Sunday, April 24, 2022 from 6-9pm at Mimi’s home at 532 Craig Lane, Villanova, PA. In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to the Philadelphia Zoo, Birthright Israel and the Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia.

Evelyn (Abrams) Davidson of Boston, and formerly of Brookline, Laconia, NH and Randolph, died on Friday, April 8, 2022 at the age of 93, surrounded by her family and the wonderful staff at Care Dimensions, Lincoln. The cause of her death resulted from complications after falls at Hebrew Senior Life in Roslindale.

Evelyn “Evie” was born in Boston in 1929 to the late Jenny (Sherman) Abrams and Samuel “Ford” Abrams. She also survived her beloved late husband, Bernard “Bernie” Davidson who died in 1996. Evelyn spent a happy childhood in the old West End, and always talked about this wonderful neighborhood that shaped her.

In her teen years, she moved with her family to Dorchester, and graduated from the Dorchester High School for Girls, meeting her husband while she was sitting on a milk cart in front of the G & G Deli on her graduation day.

She worked at the Boston State House, as a secretary for the Corporations and Taxation Department for several years until she raised her children. Bernie would meet her at her office at 5 p.m. every day, to make sure that no one else dared to escort Evie home safely except for him.

After living in Malden, the Davidsons moved to Randolph where they raised their three children and several beautiful dogs. In their later years, Evie and Bernie travelled to Europe, Israel, Hawaii, Aruba and across the country. At their second home in Laconia, NH, Evie spent many years there following her husband’s death. She was appointed as a board member of the Laconia Women’s Club, and belonged to Temple B’nai Israel, where she played many games of Mahjong and used her amazing culinary skills to bake and cook for their annual food festival, which raised money for local charities in the Weirs Beach community. She also cherished her time with her New Hampshire cousins and friends, and especially with her late Aunt Rosalie and Uncle Phil Speigel.

In addition to her husband and parents, Evelyn was pre-deceased by her brother, Richard Abrams and sister-in-law Judith (Cooperman) Abrams, her mother-in-law, Vera Davidson, father-in-law Philip Davidson, and her brothers-in-laws George Davidson and Jack Davidson. She leaves her son, Jay Davidson and daughter-in-law Brenda (Barruw) Davidson of Randolph, her daughter, Susie Davidson of Brookline and her longtime partner, David Byman, and daughter Lisa (Davidson) Plosker and son-in-law Robert Plosker of Waltham, her grandsons, Dr. Aaron Plosker and his wife Alyssa, Bennett Plosker, and Jeffrey Davidson, and two great grandchildren, Maya and Caleb. Evelyn also leaves many nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Funeral services will be held in Sharon Memorial Park Chapel, 40 Dedham St., Sharon, MA, Wednesday, April 13, 2022 at 12 noon. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation in her name to the West End Museum at westendmuseum.org or mail a check to the WEM at 150 Staniford St., Suite 7, Boston, MA 02114.

Michael M Davis of Newton, MA passed away suddenly and unexpectedly on Sunday, April 10,2022 at Newton-Wellesley Hospital.  Michael was born in Brooklyn, NY in 1939 to Manuel and Zelda (Krugman) Davis.  He grew up with his brother, Roger Davis, and his first cousins Marilyn and Jeff Krugman. The family later moved out to Long Island where he graduated from Minneola High School.  He then earned a B.A. and an Sc.B. from Brown University before earning his LL.B. from Yale Law School and his LL.M. from Boston University, where he later taught courses in tax law.

Michael practiced as a Tax Attorney for Sullivan & Worcester in Boston for over 55 years and was still working full-time at the time of his passing.  He was routinely honored as one of the top Tax Attorneys in the country, achieving recognition from many organizations including Boston Magazine, Best Lawyers in America, Chambers USA, and Super Lawyers (among many others).  He advised countless closely-held businesses, real estate owners, and holders of substantial liquid assets for whom he was a valued and trusted advisor.

At age 13, Michael met 12-year-old Beth Gordon at Camp Berkshire in Connecticut. Ten years later, they were married. Over the course of their 58-year marriage, they had two children, Daniel R. Davis and Jonathan G. Davis and four grandchildren, Zoë, Marc, Josh, and Emma.  Michael was a devoted father and grandfather who remained active in his children’s and grandchildren’s lives, attending sporting events, reading with them, taking bicycle rides, going to museums, and enjoying wonderful family dinners.

Michael was an avid cyclist, taking regular bicycling trips all over the world.  As a younger man, he was an excellent golfer, played tennis and squash, and enjoyed running, often participating in 5K races for Sullivan & Worcester.  He was extremely charitable and, as a passionate advocate for the State of Israel, served on the Executive Board of the American Jewish Committee. He was also an avid supporter of the Friends of the Israeli Defense Forces.

Funeral Services will be held Wednesday, April 13, 2022 at 11:00 am at Temple Beth Elohim, 10 Bethel Rd., Wellesley, MA, followed by a graveside burial at Crawford Street Memorial Park, 776 Baker St., West Roxbury.  In lieu of flowers, donations in Michael’s memory may be made to the American Jewish Committee (www.ajc.org) or The Multiple Sclerosis Society (www.mss.org).

Edith M. Kaplan-Of Lexington, passed away on April 7, 2022. Born in Malden to the late Rabbi Max Klatzkin and Anna (Weitzman) Klatzkin. A longtime member of Temple Emunah, Lexington. She is survived by her husband, Dr. Donald F. Kaplan and her son, Mark. She was the sister of the late Abraham Klatzkin. Private Graveside was held at Sharon Memorial Park on Sunday, April 10, 2022. Remembrances in her memory may be made to Hadassah,  1320 Centre St, Newton Centre, MA 02459.

Henry Newman, 96, of Dedham, MA, died April 5, 2022. He was born August 13, 1925 to Abraham and Bessie Newman in Boston, MA. He was raised in Revere, MA. Upon graduation from high school, he volunteered to serve in the army and fought in the Pacific during World War II. A beneficiary of the GI Bill, Henry received his BA in psychology from Boston University and his MBA from the University of Chicago’s Booth School of Business.

He married the late Muriel (Glaser) Newman, and raised two children in Revere and Swampscott: Madelyn (Newman) Morris and the late Dr. Melissa (Newman) Robichaud. Henry worked in various capacities as a Certified Public Accountant, such as preparing taxes and serving as an internal controller. The highlight of his career was his work as the Chief Financial Officer of the Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital. In recognition of his work at the Spaulding, Henry was named an incorporator of Partners Health Care, now Mass General Brigham.

After retirement, he moved to Florida with his second wife Barbara (Kramer) Newman, initially to the Indian Springs Community in Boynton Beach and then to the Frenchmen’s Creek Country Club Community in Palm Beach Gardens. Henry enjoyed playing golf, tennis and bridge, studying the stock market, spending time with family and friends, and traveling the world by car, cruise ship, commercial airlines and private jet.  The last stop on his journey was Newbridge on the Charles in Dedham, MA where he made many wonderful friends

Henry is survived by his devoted daughter Madelyn Morris of Newton MA; his loving granddaughters: Rachel Robichaud of Pawtucket, RI, Merrill Robichaud of Charlestown, MA, and Sabrina Robichaud of Boston, MA; his dear grandsons: Martin Morris of Rockville, MD and Adam Morris of Sharon, MA; his great-grandchildren: Jared and Samuel Morris of Rockville MD, Zoe and Jillian Morris of Sharon MA; his niece Sherri (Baker) Botticelli of Boynton Beach, FL; his step children: Melinda Kramer, of Chicago, Ill and Samuel Kramer of Quincy MA; and Melinda’s children: Alex Ernst of Chelsea MA and Eden Ernst, of Boulder Colo. He was preceded in death by his first wife Muriel (Glaser) Newman, his parents: Abraham and Bessie Newman, his sister Sylvia (Newman) Baker, his daughter Dr. Melissa (Newman) Robichaud, his niece Dale (Baker) DiCarlo, and his second wife Barbara (Kramer) Newman.

The family will have a private graveside service on Friday, April 8, 2022. Visiting hours will be held at the home of Madelyn Morris on Sunday, April 10, 2022 from 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital.

Schulkind, Pearl, of Peabody, MA, formerly of Natick, MA, Brooklyn, NY, and Queens, NY, passed away April 2, 2022 at the age of 92. Beloved wife of the late Herbert Schulkind for 60 years. Devoted mother of Judy Photenas, Richard Schulkind, and his wife Sharon. Cherished grandmother of Lisa Schulkind and her husband, Paul Gaggl, Matthew Schulkind and his wife, Hayley, Jennifer Photenas and her husband Damion Poitier, and Andrew Photenas, and his wife,  Ana. Proud great-grandmother of Maya Gaggl, Blake Schulkind, Joan Schulkind, Alena Poitier, D’artagnan Poitier, Eva Photenas, and Andros Photenas. Funeral services private.

Dangel, Barbara (Hochman), formerly of Needham and Dover passed away peacefully on April 2, 2022. Beloved wife of Steven Dangel. Devoted mother of Jeffrey Dangel, Lori Wickham and Rob Dangel.  Proud grandmother of Julia, Zach, Jordi, Dylan, Sarah, Annie, and Kyle. Funeral service at Sharon Memorial Park, 40 Dedham St., Sharon, MA on Tuesday, April 5, 2022 at 2 pm. Following interment, memorial observance will be at the home of Rob Dangel and on Wednesday 5-8 pm.  In lieu of flowers, donations in Barbara’s memory may be made to the American Stroke Association, www.stroke.org or the Alzheimer’s Association, www.alz.org.

Schaffer, George of Maynard, MA formerly of Acton, MA passed away April 2, 2022. Beloved husband of Carolee (McNeil) Adams. Loving father of Lynne Adams, and Hannah Cross and her husband Keith. Proud grandfather of Nigel and Harper Cross, Camryn Adams, and the late Stratton Adams. Uncle of Howard Schaffer. George leaves beloved cousins Steve and Warren Austerer, and Ellen, Bruce, and Rachel Leicher, sister-in-law and brother-in-law Beverly and Forrest Nelson, and their children Christine and Greg. George was born in 1928  in Vienna, Austria to Otto and Hedwig (Gruenfeld) Schaffer. He had an older brother, Arthur. The family lived quite peacefully there until Hitler and his troops invaded Vienna and took over Austria in 1938. George and Arthur were sent on the kindertransport for protection in England, where they lived for a year. Eventually, both parents were able to join the boys and  traveled to the United States. George attended Brooklyn Technical High School and then New York City College in preparation for his career as an electrical engineer. The second part of his work life was spent as a writer and editor for McGraw-Hill magazine American Machinist. His passions included choral singing,  travel exploring nature, and his reclamation of Jewish Heritage through the Congressional Beth Elohim in Acton MA. George adored his family and always supported every member with his whole open heart. He married Carolee in 1993 and became a loving father to Lynn and Hannah. He was a dedicated grandfather to Stratton of blessed memory, Camryn,  Nigel and Harper. Funeral services at Congregation Beth Elohim, Acton, MA on Friday, April 8, 2022 at 11 am. In lieu of flowers, donations in George’s memory may be made to Temple Beth Elohim, 133 Prospect St., Acton, MA 01720.

Gerald “Jerry” Ginsberg

Leader in the Recycling Industry

Gerald “Jerry” Ginsberg of Boston passed away, peacefully, surrounded by family, at his residence on Friday, April 1, 2022, after a brief illness. He was 92 years old.

Born in Boston, he was a devoted son to the late Bernard and Sadie Ginsberg. Jerry was the President of B. Ginsberg and Co., a scrap metal and paper recycling company in Boston, founded by his father Bernard. He was an early leader in the recycling business and his famous phrase was “Recycling makes dollars and sense.”

Jerry lit up every room he entered, whether it was a business meeting or numerous clubs he belonged to and the restaurants he frequented. Jerry loved to travel and spend time with his many friends.  Always willing to lend a hand to countless organizations and people who needed help and guidance, Jerry never said no.

He was a 60-year member of Temple Emeth of Chestnut Hill, President of The Sheptatovker Cemetery Association, Consolidated Lodge of Masons, and The Jewish Community Center of Greater Boston.

Jerry was the beloved husband of the late Cynthia (Meyers) Ginsberg and the best father to Candy Ginsberg and his cherished granddaughter Brittany Dunkless. He was also the devoted brother of the late Evelyn Ginsberg.

Services will be held at Temple Emeth, 194 Grove St., Chestnut Hill, on Sunday, April 3, 2022 at 11:30 am. Interment will follow at Shepatovker Cemetery, Baker St. West Roxbury. In lieu of flowers remembrances may be made to Dana Farber Cancer Institute, P.O. Box 849168, Boston, MA 02284.

Evelyn R. Stavis (Frank) of Newton. Beloved mother of Linda Rich and her husband Ernest and Leonard Stavis and his wife Kathy. Devoted sister of Lester Frank and his wife Cynthia and the late Samuel Frank, Abraham Frank and Pearl Revis. Dear aunt and great aunt of many caring nephews and nieces. Funeral Services will be private.

Morris Samuel Shubow of Quincy and Needham, MA passed away with family by his side on March 22, 2022 at the age of 78. He was born in White Plains, NY to the late Rabbi Leo Shubow and Pauline (Kniznik) Shubow. Morris earned an undergraduate degree from the University of Massachusetts at Amherst and a JD from Boston College Law School. He practiced family law for all of his professional career. Morris is survived by his beloved partner Nancy Teel, loving children Kimberly Burd (Jeffrey), Amanda Gold (Brad), David Shubow, and Michael Shubow, as well as his adoring grandchildren Sarah Burd, and Samantha and Jack Gold. He is also survived by his cherished sister Dorothy Nelson (Jim), brother Charles Shubow (Lisa) as well as many nieces and nephews. Services are private. Donations in his memory may be made to the Lewy Body Dementia Association, Inc.

Ava S. Bubly aged 60 of Sharon, MA passed away on March 22 after a ten-year battle with breast cancer. She leaves her mother Gloria Bubly and sister Berylee Bubly of Sharon, a brother Gary Bubly, MD and his wife Karen Smigel, MD of Somerset, MA, and niece Alison Bubly and her husband Adam Feinstein of Jamaica Plain, niece Rachel Bubly, MD and her fiancé Daniel Pfeffer of Long Island City, NY, as well numerous aunts and cousins. She is pre-deceased by her father Daniel Bubly of Sharon.

Ava graduated from the Sharon Alternative High School in 1979 and then Brown University where she majored in theater arts. She then attended UCLA film school where she studied computer graphics and computer animation. She worked in Los Angeles, then moved to a job in New York city for two years before returning to work at Metrolight in Los Angeles.  Her work drew her to live and work in Taiwan before returning to the east coast. Her computer graphics work appeared in several movies, commercials, and notably the 1992 flying Olympics logo graphics.

Ava loved nature and wildlife, from the domestic baby ducks and chickens she raised, to the wild turkeys, ducks and geese that were abundant at her family’s yard.

Ava’s battle with breast cancer was truly remarkable. That she hung on for a decade was truly a story of epic survival and wonderful medical care.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to breast cancer research would be appreciated:  Dana Farber Cancer Institute, P.O. Box 849168, Boston, MA 02284.

Services will be private.

ARVEDON, Stuart M., of Framingham, passed away peacefully March 22, 2022 at the age of 93 surrounded by his family.  Son of the late Arthur and Mildred Arvedon. Husband of Ann G. (POSNER) Arvedon, father of Julie Knowlton (Scott) and Andrew Arvedon (Robyn). Grandfather of Aedan and Neve Knowlton and Jack Arvedon.

 A United States Army Veteran who served during the Korean War, Stuart graduated from Syracuse University and was the owner of Framingham Electric Supply Company.  He later enjoyed a lifelong career as a residential and commercial lighting designer and consultant.  A proud member of the Rotary Club of Framingham for over 50 years, Stuart was a former President of the organization and later worked with the Rotary’s Education Fund to provide scholarships to high school seniors.  Stuart loved boating with his family and was the former owner and skipper of the 46 foot sailboat The Argo Navis.  Stuart had many interests, but most of all he loved making hot fudge sauce and Caesar salad, reading about Amelia Earhart and the Titanic, clean windows and sinks, and dogs- especially granddogs Rusty, Bode, Moseley and Brewster.

Graveside services will be held Sunday, March 27, 2022 at 11 am at the Framingham/Natick Jewish Cemetery, Fairview Ave and Windsor Ave., Natick, MA. Shiva will be held at the Arvedon residence on Sunday from 12:30 pm to 6 pm following interment. Donations in Stuart’s memory may be made to the Rotary Club of Framingham, P.O. Box 2173, Framingham, MA 01703. www.FraminghamRotary.org.

Gorin, Lawrence “Larry”, of Chestnut Hill, MA, passed away with family by his side on March 19, 2022. Loving son of the late Joseph and Miriam (Naigles) Gorin. Dear brother Robert Gorin and his wife Nancy, and James Gorin and his wife Judith. Cherished uncle of John Gorin, Suzanne Gorin-Rudin and her husband Howard, and Micah Gorin. Larry is survived by great nephew James Rudin. Services at Temple Emanuel, 385 Ward St., Newton, MA on Tuesday, March 22, 2022 at 11 am. Shiva info to be announced at the funeral. In lieu of flowers, donations in Larry’s memory may be made to Hebrew Senior Life, 100 Centre St., Brookline, MA 02446, or Birthrite Israel, 111 8^th Ave.,  New York, NY 10011.

Landy, Joanne R. of Falmouth, formerly of Manlius, NY and Needham, MA, passed away on March 16, 2022. She was born on May 19, 1960. Joanne met her cherished husband of over 38 years, David Steinberg, at the age of 12 when David asked her to dance at an overnight camp social. Joanne and David met for the second time when they matriculated as freshmen at the University of Rochester, and the two have been in love and inseparable ever since. She was the devoted mother of two sets of twins and their spouses and partners: Matthew Steinberg and Alyssa Steinberg of Sharon; Michael Steinberg and Jake Pitochelli of Sharon; Danielle Kalette and Zachary Kalette of Roslindale; and Nicole Steinberg and Troy Sorrento of Boston. She was a proud and doting grandmother (or, as Joanne preferred to be called, “zsa zsa”) of Matthew and Alyssa’s daughter, Brooke. She was a dear sister to Fred and Fran Landy of West Hartford, CT, and Alex Landy and Alice Radin of North Caldwell, NJ. She is survived by her mother, Estelle Landy of Dedham. She is also survived by her nieces and nephews, whom she adored: Cara and Robert Leichter; Brian and Melissa Landy; Cynthia Landy; Alan Landy and Vivienne Decker; Daniel and Alexandra Landy; Joshua Gensler-Steinberg and Marcie Kamerow; Micah Gensler; Annabel Banks; and Benjamin Banks. She was the loving grand-aunt of Teddy, Morgan, Sloane, Reid, Arthur, Annabelle, Piper, Hunter, and Adira.

Joanne was born and raised in Newton, the daughter of Chester and Estelle Landy. She spent many summers as a camper at Camp Pembroke and graduated from Newton South High School in 1978. After earning her undergraduate degree from the University of Rochester, she obtained a J.D. from Suffolk University Law School. Then, often studying with the toddlers Matthew and Michael in her lap, she completed a Master of Laws in taxation from Boston University. Her charismatic personality and infectious sense of humor won over legions of friends over the years, and she enjoyed many lifelong friendships forged at camp, high school, university, law school, and beyond. She went on to develop a successful legal career in the Boston area, where she practiced for more than 15 years with specialties in divorce litigation and estate planning matters. Later on, she switched paths to pursue her passions for exercise and fitness. After gaining extensive training and experience as a fitness instructor in New York and on Cape Cod, Joanne started her own Pilates studio in Falmouth. Her business garnered a large, diverse, and loyal clientele.

Although she was voted by her high school class as “least likely to have children,” Joanne’s four children were the center of her world. Her love for her children, family, and friends was unconditional, her laughter was loud, she adhered steadfastly to her principles, and her warmth enveloped all who encountered her.

Services and burial will be at Sharon Memorial Park, 40 Dedham St., Sharon, MA on Sunday, March 20, 2022 at 11: 45 am. In lieu of flowers, remembrances in honor of Joanne may be made to Brain Trauma Foundation, or to the Brain Injury Association of Massachusetts.

Mark S. Leventhal passed away peacefully and in his daughters’ hands on March 15 from Alzheimer’s Disease.

Mark had a great mind and an even greater heart; marrying a sharp intellect with the warmest of personalities. Mark was deeply grateful for the life he had and continually looked for ways to improve the world around him. This combination made Mark the ultimate caregiver; he proactively and patiently sought ways to care for his family and his community.

As an executive at The Beacon Companies, Mark was celebrated for bringing technical expertise to the management of construction projects.  Mark cultivated this knowledge through his own experience and skill and the deep respect for and relationships he had with the carpenters, plumbers, landscapers, engineers, and other professionals tasked with executing Beacon’s ambitious plans.

His proximity to mechanics fueled creative solutions. He routinely foresaw technical problems that might arise in the construction or life of a building and developed innovative approaches to ensure safe, quality construction. This mindset enabled Mark to design new systems that streamlined buildings’ construction and management.

Mark’s technical focus led him to the forefront of energy conservation. In the late 1980s and early 90s, Mark identified a business case to make upfront capital investments to fuel long term reduction in energy use. He introduced efficient light bulbs to and identified water conservation opportunities in commercial real estate.

After the sale of Beacon, Mark saw an opportunity to develop a smaller scale commercial and residential real estate business in Rhode Island. With Stonehenge Partners, he enjoyed being closely involved in every aspect of the work, from the building, to the financing, to the leasing.

Mark loved to combine his engineering and real estate development experience with his community interests, and played significant roles in the building committees for several organizations including Temple Emanuel, Hebrew College, and Brown University Hillel.

Throughout his life, Mark had an extraordinary commitment to his family. He was reliable, loving, and ever present. Those values were seen in the enduring and special relationships he shared with his parents, Muriel and Norman Leventhal, and his in-laws Estelle and Morris Ringer.  Mark delighted in being the father of three daughters – Emily, Sara, and Rebecca – in whom he fostered a love of learning, confidence in their own capabilities, and a commitment to justice. Mark prioritized being a grandfather, reframing his Alzheimer’s diagnosis as an opportunity to spend time daily with his grandchildren. He spent afternoons on extended adventures with his grandsons, helped repair his grandchildren’s schools, and worked to instill in his grandchildren both the knowledge he had cultivated and the values that guided him.

Mark and Donna jointly forged this strong family. Mark and Donna met in high school and grew into adulthood with one another, building a powerful and foundational partnership. Together, they raised their daughters and collaboratively brought their complementary skills and personalities to their family, creative pursuits, and community.

Even as his Alzheimer’s Disease progressed, Mark’s core personality remained strong: he was kind, caring, and always concerned for others. As his world seemingly became limited, Mark found constructive ways to explore his interests, socialize, and contribute to his family and community.

In his final years, as he was throughout his life, Mark was surrounded by the close-knit family he and Donna built, and by ample love and laughter.

Mark is survived by Donna, his wife of nearly 50 years; his children, Emily Leventhal (David Rontal), Sara Fleiss (Peter Fleiss), and Rebecca Leventhal; his grandchildren, Solomon, Morris, Annabel, Noah, Abraham, and Zeke; his siblings, Paula Sidman and Alan Leventhal; and his mother-in-law, Estelle Ringer.

Family and friends will gather to honor and celebrate Mark’s life at Temple Emanuel, 385 Ward St, Newton at 1 pm on Thursday, March 17th.To view the service on Livestream go to Templeemanuel.com./livestream-links/. Burial will follow at Sharon Memorial Park. Following the burial, the family will receive visitors at Mark and Donna’s home on Thursday until 8:00 pm and Friday 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm.

In honor of Mark, gifts may be made to Geriatric Psychiatry Fund, Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Attn: Ginny Fuller, 116 Huntington Ave, Boston MA 02116.

Sofya Iosilevich of Chestnut Hill, MA and formerly of Columbus, OH and Ufa, Russia passed away on March 11, 2022, after a long illness.

She is survived by her husband Arkadiy Iosilevich, her daughter Zhenja Iosilevich and husband Ryan Leigland, her grandchildren Aaron, Ruth and Claire Leigland, of Newton, MA and her brother Ilya Gamburg and his wife Irina Gamburg, her nephew Semyon Gamburg and his wife Diana Gamburg, and their children Myron and Vera Gamburg, of Moscow, Russia.

Sofya was born in Ufa, Russia in 1949 and lived there with her mother, husband, and daughter until they immigrated to the United States in the late 1990s.

Sofya grew up spending the summers with her grandparents and extended family in Ukraine, where her parents were from. She always referred to these as the best memories from her childhood. Having graduated from the Ufa Aviation Institute, Sofya had a very successful career as a leading economist at one of the largest jet engine production associations in Russia. She met her future husband Arkadiy in the early 70s and they would be celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary next year.

She was an avid reader, and an art and opera lover. She liked to travel, especially when she had the chance to do so with her beloved brother and his wife: their family reunions in France, Italy, and Israel were very special to Sofya. She cherished the time she spent with her grandchildren and, by their account, made the world’s best chicken soup. Her friends and family knew her as the best in class hostess – she loved to cook and entertain, and firmly believed that there should always be at least five times more food on the table than the guests could possibly consume.

Above all, she loved to grow things with her own hands and gardening was her very special joy. Those who wish to make a meaningful gesture for Sofya and her family should consider planting a tree in her memory with https://thetreesremember.com/

Phyllis Glass, of West Palm Beach, FL, formerly of Weston, MA, on March 9, 2022. Beloved wife of the late George Glass. Devoted mother of Sheryl Glass and Nancy Glass. Dear grandmother and great-grandmother of Andrew, Jordan, Courtney, Lola, Jack, Max, and Sloane. Private Services were held. Remembrances may be made to a charity of your choice.

Howard Cooper of San Fransisco California on March 9 2022.

Howard was born in Boston on April 4, 1940. He was the beloved son of Herbert and Rose Cooper. Wonderful and much loved brother of Thelma Shuman and her late husband Irving Shuman, the late Lorraine Tobin and her late husband Daniel Tobin, the late David Cooper and his late wife Sandra Cooper.

Howard was the adored uncle of seven nieces and nephews and a spectacular friend to many in California and Boston. Howard was smart, generous, funny and non judgmental . He was cherished as a unique and wonderful person by so many.

Donations in Howard’s memory can be made to The Boston Public Library Fund.

of Brookline, and Falmouth, MA, formerly of Natick, MA, passed away March 9, 2022 after a 19 month battle with Pancreatic Cancer. Howard grew up in Waterbury, CT, the son of Clarence and Rose (Sigal) Wolk, attended the Taft School, Yale University, and Columbia University Graduate School of Business. He served two years active duty in the US Army as a Lieutenant and retired as a Captain.

In 1962 he married Nancy (Sugarman) Wolk of Fall River, MA, “the best thing I ever did” he often said. Together they were blessed with three daughters, Lisa Larcenaire and her husband Dave, of Newton, MA, Sarah Bechta and her husband Paul, of Northborough, and Falmouth, MA, and Amy Bellville and her husband Dean, of Northborough, MA, and 6 grandchildren, Julia and William Larcenaire, Jamie and Lainey Bechta, and Anna and Sadie Bellville. He leaves a brother and sister in law, Arnold and Lynn Wolk, of Sarasota, FL, a sister in law and brother in law in Gainesville, FL, Bahira Sugarman, and Shaya Isenberg, and a brother in law in Greensboro, NC, Ken Caneva.

In his younger days, Howard was GM of the weekly newspaper “Boston After Dark” which became “The Boston Phoenix”. Later he went on to become president of Valpey Fisher Corp. of Hopkinton, a manufacturer of Electronic Components. In retirement, he pursued his lifelong interest in automobiles and joined Foreign Motors West in Natick where he became their number one Mercedes salesman, and number three in New England. To this day, many of his clients have remained his friends.

Howard served on the board of the Natick Service Council for 20 years, being president of the organization twice during that time. He, along with his wife, was an active member of Temple Beth Elohim, serving on many committees, including the Board Advisory Committee, and founding “TBElle”, the Temple’s very popular and successful adult education program that showcases the talents and interests of fellow congregants.

Howard was proud of his ability to be observant and both analytical and creative. He was an inveterate punster, and storyteller, weaving jokes into the current topic of conversation. He was genuinely interested in others and loved to host them in his homes in Natick, and Falmouth.

Services at Temple Beth Elohim, 10 Bethel Rd., Wellesley, MA on Friday, March 11, 2022, at 10 am. Interment to follow at Beit Olam East Cemetery, 42 Concord Rd., Wayland, MA. Memorial observance will be held at Temple Beth Elohim Friday 1-3 pm and  Saturday 5-8 pm at 1501 Beacon St., Brookline.  In lieu of flowers, donations in Howard’s memory may be made to the Adult Education Committee of TBE, 10 Bethel Rd., Wellesley, MA 02481, or Good Shepherd Community Care, 160 Wells Ave., Newton, MA 02459.

Sheldon Young, formerly of Winthrop and Randolph, MA, died suddenly and peacefully at his home in Plainville, MA on March 3, 2022 at the age of 88. He was born on November 25, 1933 in Boston, to Harold and Anne (Franks) Young. He was a loving and devoted husband to the late Judith (Herskowitz)Young for 57 years. His biggest pride and joy were his children Carolyn and Kenneth Platter of Norton, MA and Sharon Salzman of Nashua, NH and his grandchildren Jake Platter and Sydney Salzman. He was predeceased by his brother Elliot Young and survived by his sister, Deborah and her husband William Wise of Andover.

After attending Dean Junior College, Sheldon joined the Army and became a Staff Sergeant where he was famously known as Sergeant Bilko and managed the supply depot during the Korean War. There has never been anyone prouder to stand for the Red, White and Blue.  Once Honorably Discharged he launched an incredible career in architectural drafting working for General Dynamics, Metcalf & Eddy and Stone & Webster,  at the Quincy Shipyard and the Naval Submarine Base in CT. In recognition of his expertise he was chosen to travel to Japan and the Philippines for an International Conference. His eye for detail and efficiency made him a master at his craft.

Sheldon was always so excited to attend his grandchildren’s Soccer, Basketball, Softball games. He would beam with pride watching their accomplishments. If you asked him he would say they were both headed to the pro’s.

Sheldon had a passion for Chess, Dog and Horse Races, Poker, Tennis, Swimming and Cars. I think Bobby Fisher was the only person that had a chance at beating Sheldon in Chess. When it came to picking winners all you had to do was ask “Mr. Pick-3” and you were sure to win, a local favorite at the Raynham Dog Track. He loved getting the boys together for a weekly poker game. Like his father, Sheldon was an avid tennis player in his younger years and was on the Dean Junior Swim Team. Cars were definitely his thing, he educated himself on every detail and made sure his choices had plenty of horsepower.

We all knew that Sheldon loved America, the Armed Services and especially the Veteran Administration and would think it a great idea for all to support our Military and First Responders.  Donations can be made in his honor to the General Post Fund C/O VA Hospital, 940 Belmont Street, Brockton, MA 02301.  Burial services will be private.

SHINDLER, Katie Shindler, born to Isaac and Julia Bornstein in Somerville, MA, lived her long life in Milton, MA and Scottsdale, AZ, passed away on March 3, 2022 at the age of almost 105. She was the beloved wife of the late Louis R. Shindler; the devoted mother of Julene Cohen and Merle “Cooki” Shindler; loving grandmother of Jill Cohen, Lauren Hyman, Stephanie Cohen, Brandon Lamb and Kendra Focken. Grandsons-in-law Ken Hyman, Michael Savit, and the late Marc Bradley Jacobs. Mother-in-law to the late Sheldon A Cohen. Great-grandmother to Alexander Jacobs, Louis Simms, Moriah Jacobs, Lyla and Macy Hyman, and Taryn and Davis Lamb. She was predeceased by her seven brothers; Harry, Jack, Murray, Sam, Max, Manny and Nate and her beloved sisters-in law. Private services were held in West Roxbury, MA. Donations in her honor may be made to the charity of your choice.

Roberta Lois Molliver, 79, Friday, February 25, 2022. Daughter of the late Irwin Molliver and Ida (Spiegal) Molliver. Sister of Arthur Molliver (Mary Ann) and Marshall Molliver. Also survived by nephews Michael, Jonathan, Jeffrey and David Molliver.

Roberta was a lifelong resident in Framingham and she taught fourth grade elementary as well as the SAGE gifted children program. Roberta retired from teaching in 2006 but continue teaching Hebrew school for many years. She had a passion for volunteering. She volunteered at Saint Patricks Manor for many many years visiting residence and conducting the Friday night Shabbat services. She was also very active in Jewish family services. Always looking to help other people was her trademark.

Graveside service will be held Friday, March 4, 2022 at 12:45pm at Sharon Memorial Park, 40 Dedham St., Sharon, MA. Donations in Roberta’s memory may be made to a charity of one’s choice or Jewish family services.