Feinstein, Anita, Age 96, passed away peacefully at her home at The Spring House Senior Living Community in Boston on January 21, 2020. Mrs .Feinstein enjoyed more than 60 years of marriage to her best friend, Morris (Macy) Feinstein. She was the proud mother of 2 children, Sandi Jo Goddard of Portland Oregon, and Aline Shapiro and her husband Bill Weil of Santa Barbara, California. She was the beloved grandmother to Marla and David Aaron and Ethan Shapiro and great-grandmother to Max Nitke, Oliver Aaron, Carah and Jack Shapiro. She was a loving aunt to several nieces, nephews, Joan and Harry Goralnick, Jo Ann Brown, Joel and Susan Rice, Mona and Bruce Brown and their respective families. She is one of 3 siblings, the late Bea Rice and her oldest brother Leo Brown, who resides in West Palm Beach with his wife Inez. Mrs. Feinstein was born in Dorchester. She and her husband raised their daughters in Newton and then moved to Lexington where she and Macy were a vibrant and engaged part of the Drummer Boy condominium community. When her children were grown she became an enthusiastic career woman, with roles as a candy rep for Blum’s Candy of San Francisco, and a representative for the cult 1970’s Aurora Clock by Kirsch + Hamilton. Her last job which she held until she was 90 was as a beloved member of the Artinian Jewelers sales team where she was known for her lovely way with customers. She was deeply curious about anything and everything and adored the arts, fashion and politics, keeping on top of all of it with her subscriptions to the Wall Street Journal and the New York Times which she read cover to cover. When in her late 80’s she was given an iPad, she embraced emailing and Google with equal abandon, particularly relishing the ability to shop anywhere, anytime, for anything. The funeral will be held graveside at Independent Pride of Boston, 19 Washington Street, Woburn, Massachusetts, 01801 at 11:00 AM on Friday, January 24. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the charity of your choice in her name.
Lois Cone Lurie, age 90, died peacefully at her home in Madison, Wis., on January 18, 2020, a few weeks after celebrating the holidays with her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and friends. She was born Lois Irma Cohen on March 12, 1929, in Passaic, N.J., to Robert James and Ella Levinson Cohen (later changed to Cone). A child of the Great Depression, Lois left home at age 15 to attend a program for high school students at the University of Chicago while her father was recuperating from tuberculosis in Asheville, NC. After the University of Chicago, she reunited with her family in Boston’s Beacon Hill and worked at her parents’ thriving, mid-century modern jewelry business, The Silversmith Shop, located on Boylston Street in Boston’s Back Bay. In Boston, she met her husband, Melvin, a scholar who was completing his Ph.D. in economics at the University of Chicago. Lois and Melvin raised four children in Storrs, Conn., Kingston, R.I., and Middletown, Conn. before settling in Milwaukee, Wis.
Lois was a life-long advocate for social justice causes. In the 1960’s she marched for civil rights with Father Groppi. In the 1970’s, she was an active volunteer and supporter of Urban Day School, an experimental private school in Milwaukee’s inner city that was ahead of its time to advance educational equity. In addition to making cookies for bake sales, Lois founded and operated Grass Roots, a plant shop that donated its proceeds to the school. Three of Lois’s children graduated from Urban Day School. In the 1980’s and 1990’s, Lois worked as a consumer advocate in a bankruptcy law firm. She was never afraid to express her deeply-felt views on social issues and politics.
Lois was married to Melvin for 32 years until his passing in 1987. She moved to Madison, Wis. in 2002, where she enjoyed many years of retirement, living a few miles from her daughter Susie and her family. For the last 30 years of her life, Lois was focused on enriching the lives of her grandchildren and was engaged in every sporting event, graduation, wedding, theater production, concert, and other activity. Lois was an avid reader, world traveler, gardener, bird watcher, art collector, sports fan (mostly Badgers, Brewers and Bucks), and a master of New York Times crossword puzzles. Lois had a gift for making fast personal connections with others and was genuinely interested in everyone she knew.
Lois was preceded in death by her parents, Robert James and Ella Levinson Cone, husband, Melvin Lurie, and her brother, Herbert Richard Cone. She is survived by her four children, Jonathan (Pam) Lurie, Robert (Sara) Lurie, Alexander (Dorian Friedman) Lurie, and Susannah (Edward) Taylor; eight grandchildren, Samantha Lurie, Micah Hefty (Nicholas), Benjamin Lurie, Jennica Lurie, Jillian Lurie, Nicholas Taylor, Henry Taylor, and Mara Lurie; three great-grandchildren Trevon Johnson, Cidney Nicholson, and Connor James; and two sisters-in-law, Syrul Lurie and Barbara Cone. She is also survived by Fiji, her loving Cairn-Doodle friend of 12 years, who brought her joy and unconditional love so long as her nightstand was well stocked with doggie treats.
Interment and graveside service will be held on Friday, January 24, 2020 at 1:45 p.m. at Sharon Memorial Park, 40 Dedham Street, Sharon, Mass. A celebration of Lois’s life will be held at 12:00 noon at the Memorial Union, 800 Langdon St., Madison, Wisconsin on Sunday, February 16, 2020. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Show Me the World Project, founded by Lois’s granddaughter, Samantha Lurie.
ROSE- David Joseph, of Ashland, formerly of Newton, died suddenly on January 19, 2020. Beloved son of Jill (Coven) Marshall and husband, Dr. Frank Berson, and Bill Rose and wife, Dr. Merle Monsein. Loving brother of Michael Rose and wife Stephanie, and Jared Rose. Cherished nephew of Linda Coven, and David Rose and wife Arlene. Devoted uncle of Ashley Rose and Jack Rose. Dear cousin of Lori (Walker) Silverstein, Julie Walker, Jami (Walker) Brown, Joanna (Rose) Miller, Esther (Rose) Kahn, and Jeremy Rose.
David was a graduate of The Rivers School and Boston College, and a proud Alumnus of Camp Manitou.
Service will be private. Memorial observance will be at the home of Michael and Stephanie Rose on Thursday, January 23, 2020 from 1-4 & 7-9 pm. Donations in David’s memory may be made to MSPCA-Angell, 350 South Huntington Ave., Boston, MA 02130, www.mspca.org.
David was a warm and gentle soul who loved travel, the Gators, the Pats and the Red Sox. He will be forever missed by his loving family and friends.
Susan G. Neisuler died quietly at home just before her 77th birthday after a long illness. All through the illness she kept up her activities and relationships with characteristic courage to the last possible moment.
She is survived by her husband of 57 years, Ross Neisuler, and her sons, Peter and Justin Neisuler, their wives Mariana and Deborah, and their children Alex, Martin, Isaac, and Daphne and by her husband’s sisters, Susan Rothman, Judith Levine and her brother-in-law, Harvey Levine.
She was known by all as a reliable and true friend, dedicated to whatever she put her hand to, including being an unforgettable teacher, lawyer, and author — always with her own family’s need in mind.
There will be a funeral for her at the Newton Cemetery Chapel, 791 Walnut Street, Newton on January 23, at 2:30 PM open to all who wish to come.
Rather than flowers or gifts, she would want those wishing to memorialize her to consider donations to the Lenny Zakim Fund (thelennyzakimfund.org)
Sandra Magier of Newton, MA, passed away peacefully on January 19, 2020, at age 88. She was the beloved wife of the late Irving D. Magier and the late Henry Berliner. Devoted mother of Hope Magier and her husband Alan, Hilton Magier and his fiancée Marcia, Marc Magier and his wife Nancy, Eugene Magier and his wife Debra. Cherished Bubbie of Bryana and Michael Zaplin, Joshua, Nikki and Codie Magier, Samantha and Jake Magier, Amanda and Jordan Magier. Dear great-grandmother of Isabel and Ilana Fisher and Isaac D. Zaplin. Loving sister of Roberta Chernov and the late Charlene Magier. Service at the Chapel at Sharon Memorial Park, 40 Dedham St., Sharon, on Tuesday, January 21,2020 at 12:00 noon.Following interment at Sharon Memorial Park, memorial observance will be at the home of Marc and Nancy Magier on Tuesday 5:00pm-8:30pm and Wednesday 2-4pm and 7-9pm. Remembrances in her memory may be made to United States Holocaust Memorial, 100 Raoul Wallenberg Place, SW, Washington, DC 20024-2126.
Linda “Minky” Abramson, age 72, of Burlington, formerly of Lexington, deceased January 16, 2020, peacefully at home with her family by her side. Linda maintained her “attitude of gratitude” to the very end. She lived a full and joyous and productive life despite having brain tumors, lymphoma, and leukemia for twenty-nine years.
Linda was the hilarious and very devoted wife of Larry Abramson for forty-one years; loving mother of Jennifer Abramson, Matthew Abramson and his wife Caitlin Abramson; doting grandmother of Rose Ellen Abramson and Ryan Andrew Abramson; dog Mommy of Tippy the Wonder Dog (deceased) and Bruce Springersteen. Loving sister of Richard Minker.
Linda and Jennifer were mother and daughter, best friends and virtual sisters. Matt and Linda shared a wonderful relationship. Caitlin has been a great addition to the family and a fantastic mother to Rosie and Ryan, who represented new vigor in Linda’s life. Linda loved the time when she could still dance, cook, read and do projects with the grandkids. As Linda’s disabilities progressed, she just enjoyed cuddling with them.
Linda courageously bounced back from each of her neurosurgeries. That bounce-back would sometimes take eight months. She would seamlessly return to her activities as classroom mother, field trip chaperone and PTA representative. She would attend (and applaud and encourage) every one of the kid’s activities: athletic events, plays and recitals. She loved having their friends over and we would sometimes have up to two dozen kids camping in our basement playroom. The following day we were very apt to proceed en masse to Fenway Park and cheer from the bleachers. Many of those “kids” still stay in touch with her.
Linda had numerous volunteer activities. She visited shut-ins, served as a companion to a blind lady through MAB (Mass Association for the Blind), and gave much time to Kids-in-Need. Right up to fall of 2019 she was in training to become a “peer visitor” to brain injury patients at Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital.
In her twenties and thirties Linda had been an elementary school teacher. Her former students, now aged 40 to 50, still recognized her in restaurants and other public places. They would introduce themselves and tell Linda what a wonderful teacher she was, how much fun they had in her classroom and how Linda gave them so much self-confidence. This happened as recently as November 1, 2019 at Larry’s birthday dinner. In later years, Linda had the same effect on the pupils she helped while she was a reading tutor.
Linda loved the outdoors, theatre, ballet, book group and skiing (but only in perfect conditions and only at Waterville Valley). Most of all she enjoyed tap dancing. Every year her group from the Dance Inn performed at the Hatch Memorial Shell, providing some of the entertainment during the annual Making Strides Walk. Linda practiced for months and then performed, proudly wearing her “Survivor” sash.
She also loved to travel, even to the point of going to the Edinburgh Fringe Festival for three weeks while she was confined to a wheelchair. In more active days her other favorite travel adventures with Larry included Torres del Paine (Patagonia), Bali, Galapagos, Carnival in Rio, Great Barrier Reef, Grand Canyon, Canadian Rockies, Tasmania and Paris, always Paris.
Over the past few years Linda took up “bicycling” (really tandem tricycling) through Spaulding Rehabilitation Adaptive Sports Program. Jenny would be the steerer, and would also provide most of the power, as they would rip through the Charlestown Navy Yard or the Lexington Bike Path.
Most of all, Linda enjoyed friendships. Each visit with a friend, each telephone conversation, concluded with Linda saying, “I love you”, and meaning it.
Services will be held at Temple Isaiah, 55 Lincoln Street, Lexington, MA, on Monday at 10:00 am. Interment will follow at Westview Cemetery, 520 Bedford Street, Lexington, MA. Shiva will be observed directly after burial until 8:00 pm and on January 21st from 3- 7 pm at Seven Springs Clubhouse, 1 Seven Springs Lane, Burlington, MA. In lieu of flowers please consider a memorial donation to: Spaulding Rehabilitation Network, Attn: Adaptive Sports Program, 1575 Cambridge Street, Cambridge, MA 02138.
Gerstenblatt, David P., of Needham, MA, formerly of Newton, MA, on January 10, 2020. Beloved husband of Arlene (Cohen) Gerstenblatt. Devoted father of Jared Gerstenblatt and his wife Leigh, and Darren Gerstenblatt and his wife Jill. Proud grandfather of Stella, Julia, Ian, and Evie. Brother of Joanne Gerstenblatt. David leaves beloved family Darin, Michelle, Hallie, Ella, and Beanie. Service at Temple Beth Avodah, 45 Puddingstone Lane, Newton, MA on Monday, January 13, 2020 at 2:00 pm. Following interment at Or Emet Cemetery, 776 Baker St., West Roxbury, Shiva will be at Charles River Landing, 300 2nd Avenue, Needham, MA until 9:30 pm and on Tuesday 6-9:30 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations in David’s memory may be made to the Jimmy Fund, 10 Brookline Place, Brookline, MA 02445.
Sheila Arons (formerly Lewinger, nee Schriber), loving daughter, wife, mother, sister, grandmother and friend, passed away January 10, 2020 in Palm Beach Gardens, FL surrounded by family at age 79. Her generosity to family, friend and stranger and her strength of spirit will be greatly missed. Funeral services to be held at Temple Reyim, 1860 Washington St., Newton, MA, on Tuesday January 14, 2020 at 11 am, with burial following at Sharon Memorial Park. Shiva at daughter Beth Dyer’s home, 10 Terrace Avenue, Newton Highlands, Tuesday and Wednesday 5-8pm. Donations in her memory may be made to Temple Reyim; Temple Beth David, Palm Beach Gardens; or Bethlehem Hebrew Congregation, Bethlehem, NH.
Howard Levingston died on January 10, 2020. He and his wife Ellie (Eleanor Clebnik) resided in Lexington, MA for over 50 years. A physical metallurgist, he worked with the U.S. Atomic Energy Commission (The Manhattan Project) and served on the faculty of Iowa State College (now Iowa State University). Later at General Dynamics’ Electric Boat Division in Groton, CT, his work included materials selection, corrosion prevention, and failure analysis. In addition, he was responsible for specifications for the nuclear-powered fast attack submarine, the USS Seawolf. He graduated from M.I.T. with an S.B. in Mining and Mineral Engineering, an S.M. in Physical Metallurgy, and an Sc.D. in Materials Science. His expertise in materials and environmental sciences led to the formation of Howard Levingston & Associates, a company that specialized in the analysis of failures in metals as well as non-metallic materials such as wood, plastics, ceramics/glass, fabrics, and composites.
A strong and effective leader, he was an active M.I.T. alumnus, class of 1951, and elected president of his class. Also involved in the community, he was Chair of the Town Meeting Members Association, sat on Lexington’s Appropriation Committee, and was a member of the Human Resources Committee. A former member of Temple Emunah, he was president of the Brotherhood and elected to serve as president of the temple.
Left to cherish his memory are his wife, his sons David, Judd and his wife Hillary, Scott and his wife Amy, and his grandchildren Ivan, Miranda, Serena, Zaccary, and Olivia. The family is grateful for the exceptional care and deep compassion that was extended to Howard by Denise Coveney.
Services at Temple Emunah, 9 Piper Rd., Lexington, MA on Monday, January 13, 2020 at 10:30 am.
In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to the The U.S. Holocaust Museum, 100 Raoul Wallenberg Place SW, Washington, DC 20024-2126, Yad Lakashish (www.lifeline.org.il), or The Pine Street Inn, 444 Harrison Avenue, Boston, MA 02118.
Age 88, of Dedham, MA, formerly of Newton and Hull on January11, 2020. Beloved husband of 57 years to the late Charlotte (Finland) Rittenburg. Devoted father of Amy Schlager and her husband Robert of Palm Beach, FL; Jonathan Rittenburg and his wife Linda of Henderson, NV; and Andrea Segel and her husband Jay of Wayland. Cherished grandfather of Scott and Spencer Schlager, and Jeffrey and Olivia Segel. Loving son to the late William and Ruth (Koplow) Rittenburg. Dear brother to Susan Epstein of Hull, Jane Delaney of Cambridge and the late Paul Rittenburg of Sharon, and the late Robert Rittenburg of Reading. Service to be held at the chapel at Sharon Memorial Park on Sunday, January 12 at 2:00 p.m. Following the service, memorial observance will be held at NewBridge on the Charles Community Center, Great Meadow Hall, 5000 Great Meadow Road, Dedham, 3:30-7:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to the Rheumatoid Arthritis Fund, Brigham & Women’s Hospital, 75 Francis Street, Boston, MA 02115
SHERMAN, SARA JANE (JANEY)
Of Dorchester passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on January 10, 2020 after a short illness with ALS. Cherished daughter of the late Saul and Sybil (Seltzer) Sherman. Loving sister of Suzanne Sherman-Finnerty and husband Paul and Judy Oriel and husband Ricky. Adored Aunt of Dr. Brad Oriel and wife Jennifer and Amanda Katz and husband Michael. Proud Great-Aunt of Benjamin Oriel and Sloane Katz. Janey was a pet lover and unconditionally loved her beloved dogs Tasha and Audra Rose. She was the former principle owner of Sherman-Bridges Real Estate Company in Dorchester. She was a great friend and will be dearly missed by all. Services will be held on Monday, January 13 at 12:30 pm at the Wilson Chapel, 234 Herrick Rd, Newton. Following interment at Baker St., West Roxbury memorial observance will be held at the home of Judy and Ricky Oriel until 5:00 pm and 7-9 pm and Tuesday 1:00-4:00 pm and 7-9 pm. In lieu of flowers donations may be made in Janey’s memory to MSPCA-Angell, Attn: Donations, 350 South Huntington Ave, Boston, MA 02130 or “MGH ALS” Massachusetts General Hospital Development Office, 125 Nashua St, Suite 540, Boston MA 02114, Attn: Kylie Wojcicki. Donations may also be made online at giving.massgeneral.org; please be sure to indicate that the gift is a tribute gift in memory of Sara Jane Sherman.
Of Durham, North Carolina, on January 7, 2020. Beloved wife of the late Louis Pave. Devoted mother of Judy Moneta of Durham, North Carolina and the late Linda Greenberg. Dear grandmother of 6 and great-grandmother of 5. Graveside service at Hebrew Volin Cemetery, 776 Baker St., West Roxbury, MA, on Friday, January 10, 2020 at 10:00 am.
Maxwell R. Morton of Dover, MA on January 3, 2020. Beloved husband of Judith (Rosenblatt) Morton. Devoted father of Keith and Joshua Morton. Proud grandfather of Elijah and Gossamer Morton.
Services will be held at 10:30am on Tuesday, January 7, 2020 at Temple Beth Elohim, 10 Bethel Rd., Wellesley MA. Interment will follow directly at Beit Olam Cemetery in Wayland. Shiva will be held at Maxwell and Judith’s house directly following until 5pm and then later that evening from 7pm-9pm. Wednesday from 1pm-5pm and again 7pm-9pm.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Mazon.org or Cantor Sufrin’s Discretionary Fund at Temple Beth Elohim.
Of Auburndale, MA, on January 2, 2020. Beloved wife of the late David Kolodney. Devoted mother of Lawrence, Michael and Jeff. Dear grandmother of Jacob, Alex, Nathan, Sophia, Owen, Ryan, Brandon and Madeline. Loving sister of the late Anne Turkel and Sol Lessinger. Memorial service will be held at Temple Shalom, 175 Temple St., Newton, MA, on Sunday, January 5, 2020 at 2:00 pm. Interment private. Memorial observance will be held at the home of Jeff Kolodney and Marcia Tabenken, 11 North St., Newtonville, MA, Sunday from 5:00 – 8:00 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations in Marilyn’s memory may be made to the Newton Schools Foundation, P.O. Box 590020, Newton, MA 02459 www.newtonschoolsfoundation.org/donate
Gilman, Janet (Shapiro), of New York, formerly of New Jersey, and Peabody, MA, on January 1, 2020. Beloved wife of the late Aaron Gilman. Devoted mother of Amy Gilman, Suzanne Gilman, and Laura Anne Gilman. Proud grandmother of Daniel and Evan Klein. Loving sister of Dorothy Schiff-Shannon, Larry Shapiro, and the late Judy Krupp. Service at the Wilson Chapel, 234 Herrick Rd., Newton, MA, on Sunday, January 5, 2020 at 12 noon. Following interment at Sharon Memorial Park, memorial observance will be at the home of Amy Gilman, 5-7:30 pm, Minyan at 7:00 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations in Janet’s memory may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, MA/NH Chapter, 309 Waverly Oaks Rd., Waltham, MA 02452.
Of Boston, MA, formerly of Maine, passed away on December 23, 2019. Beloved wife of Dale Bromfield. Loving sister of Dr. Patricia Gagnon and her husband David of FL, John Sanfacon and his wife Phyllis of VT, Dr. Dennis Sanfacon and his wife Dr. Cheryl of PA, William Sanfacon and his wife Peggy of TX, Jerome Sanfacon of MA and Thomas Sanfacon of ME, and the late Peter Sanfacon Jr., the late Dr. Philip Sanfacon and his wife Donna, and the late Dr. Paul Sanfacon. Beloved aunt to many nieces and nephews. Margaret was a registered nurse for the hospitals in the Greater Boston area. The last 20 years, she dedicated to caring for families as a hospice nurse. Margaret worked for Roxbury Children Services. She received a bachelors in Gerontology and Psychology from Emmanuel College, graduated from Maryview School of Nursing in Virginia, and was an associate member of the Daughters of Wisdom Organization. She met Dale Bromfield in 1970 and married in December 1971. Margaret and Dale have been married the last 48 years. Memorial service to be held at a later date. Donations in Margaret’s memory may be made to the American Heart Association, 300 5th Ave., #6, Waltham, MA 02451.
Lurie, Rochelle (Silver), a 40-year resident of Weston, MA, raised in West Hartford, CT, passed away on Saturday, December 21, 2019 after a sudden and courageous battle with Ampullary Cancer. She loved her children, friends and extended family with all her heart. Devoted mother to Joelle, Mark, Charles, and Nathanial Lurie. Loving sister of Andrea Hotes. Dear aunt of Gennifer Lippman & Todd Hotes. A graduate of Vassar College ‘71, Rochelle spent her junior year studying in France and later earned her Masters from Harvard in 1976. Over 20 years, she built a widely respected private practice which counselled generations of high school students through the college admissions process. Most of all, Rochelle loved spending time with her four children; they surrounded her throughout her final months. She was a member of Temple Beth Elohim in Wellesley, MA, Services will be held at Temple Beth Elohim, 10 Bethel Rd., Wellesley, MA on Friday, December 27, 2019 at 11 am. Following interment at Beit Olam East Cemetery, 42 Concord Rd., Wayland, MA, shiva will be held at the Lurie residence until sundown on Friday as well as Saturday and Sunday 1-4 pm and 6-8 pm. Donations in Rochelle’s memory may be made to Temple Beth Elohim, 10 Bethel Rd., Wellesley, MA 02481.
Marsha L. Steinberg- 73, passed away peacefully December 20, 2019. Born in Newton, MA. Beloved daughter of Beryl and Saul Steinberg. She leaves a brother, niece and nephew, and grand-nieces and grand-nephews. Marsha was adored by a wide group of friends, all of whom have “Marsha Stories”. She was like no one else. Graveside service at Sharon Memorial Park,40 Dedham St., Sharon, MA, on Monday, December 23,2019 at 12:45pm(please assemble behind the administration building).Following the service friends are invited to a memorial lunch at Mandarin Taste, 37 Pond St., Sharon, MA from 1:30-3:30pm. Remembrances in Marsha’s memory, for the wonderful care she received, may be made to Tufts Medical Center, Development Office #231, 800 Washington St., Boston, MA 02111.
Marsha L. Steinberg- 73, passed away peacefully December 20, 2019. Born in Newton, MA. Beloved daughter of Beryl and Saul Steinberg. She leaves a brother, niece and nephew, and grand-nieces and grand-nephews. Marsha was adored by a wide group of friends, all of whom have “Marsha Stories”. She was like no one else. Graveside service at Sharon Memorial Park,40 Dedham St., Sharon, MA, on Monday, December 23,2019 at 12:45pm(please assemble behind the administration building).Following the service friends are invited to a memorial lunch at Mandarin Taste, 37 Pond St., Sharon, MA from 1:30-3:30pm. Remembrances in Marsha’s memory, for the wonderful care she received, may be made to Tufts Medical Center, Development Office #231, 800 Washington St., Boston, MA 02111.
Blanche Randall, age 95, of Chicago, IL, formerly of Needham, on December 16, 2019. Beloved wife of the late Sydney Randall. Devoted mother of Pamela Randall, Robin Fintel and her husband Dan, and Melinda Randall and her husband Joel Chodos. Dear grandmother of Gregory and Bradley Finger, Bara, Josh and Zack Fintel, and Noah and Jenna Chodos. Services at the chapel of Sharon Memorial Park, 40 Dedham St., Sharon, MA on Thursday, December 19, 2019 at 10:00 am. In lieu of flowers, remembrances in her memory may be made to Alzheimer’s Association, MA/NH Chapter, 309 Waverly Oaks Rd., Waltham, MA 02452.
Laura Isenberg of Newton, MA formerly of New Haven, CT, passed away on December 13, 2019. Beloved wife of Mark Byers. Devoted mother of Daniel Byers and Anthony Byers and his wife Lilah. Proud grandmother of Esther and Joseph Byers. Loving sister of Sally Cohn, Nancy Isenberg, and Michael Isenberg. Services at Temple Reyim, 1860 Washington St., Newton, MA on Monday, December 16, 2019 at 1 pm. Interment to follow at Newton Cemetery, 791 Walnut St., Newton, MA. Memorial observance at the home of Mark Byers on Monday 3-6 pm and Tuesday 5-8 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations in Laura’s memory may be made to Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center c/o Bone Marrow Transplant Program
Geller, Roslyn (Santer), of Newton, MA, and Framingham, MA, passed away on December 13, 2019. Beloved wife of the late Albert A. Geller. Devoted mother of Susan Mendez-Diez and her husband Francisco, Michael Geller and his wife Linda, Jon Geller and his wife Julie, and David Geller and his wife Anne. Loving grandmother of Andrew Geller and his wife Hilary, Meredith, Stephen, Haley, Alexa Geller, and Julie Geller and her husband Ray Terpeny. Proud great-grandmother of Aiden, Ari, and Jordan. Dear sister of Joeline Spivack. Graveside service at Beth Israel Memorial Park, 190 South St., Waltham, MA on Wednesday, December 18, 2019 at 11 am. Luncheon to follow services. In lieu of flowers, donations in Roslyn’s memory may be made to Temple Israel of Natick, 145 Hartford St., Natick, MA 01760.
Louis M. Sandman, 82, son of the late Eli and Dora Sandman passed away in Boston on December 12, 2019. Louis grew up in Worcester and lived in Framingham from 1966 to 2018. Louis was autistic, which was not recognized or treated during his childhood. He graduated from Classical High School in Worcester and Clark University, where he majored in history. In his 50s, he returned to college and earned a degree in computer science from Framingham State College and subsequently worked as a programmer, an occupation in which he found comfort. Louis was an amateur astronomer and photographer. He leaves his wife of 55 years, Joan (Rosenstein) Sandman, his children Ellen and Steven Sandman, and a brother, Michael A. Sandman. Shiva will be at the home of Michael Sandman on Sunday, December 15, 2019 from 3-5 pm.
Hurwitz, Stephen J., of Brookline, on Dec. 10, 2019. Loving brother of Michael and his wife Nancy of Needham, Dr. Alfred and his wife Marjorie of CA, and Julie Seelig and her husband Michael of Vancouver. Also survived by several devoted nieces and nephews. Graveside service on Friday, December 13, 2019 at Crawford St. Cemetery, 776 Baker St., West Roxbury at 1:00 pm. Remembrances in memory of Stephen may be made to The Price Center, 27 Christina St., Newton, MA 02461. Arrangements by brezniak-staging.fsf6vvja-liquidwebsites.com.
Kogos- Arthur, of Worcester, MA, formerly of Boston, MA, and Las Vegas, NV, on December 9, 2019. Beloved husband of Patricia (Harding) Kogos. Devoted father of Scott Samuel Kogos and his wife, Jaime Lynn. Proud grandfather of Eliza Rose Kogos. He worked at the Atomic Energy Comission in the Aleution Islands in Alaska. He worked for Southwest Gas Co. in Las Vegas for 15 years. In retirement he worked for the Worcester Public Library, and as a Crossing Guard in FL, often known as “Mr. Stop”. He liked the music of the 40’s and 50’s, reading, and traveled to Hawaii many times with his beloved Pat. He loved to cook which he was very good at.He had such a love for his son Scott and his daughter-in-law Jaime.His granddaughter Eliza was the light and the love of his life. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Heart Association, 300 5th Ave.#6, Waltham, MA 02451.
Mark Goldstein of Grafton, MA passed away on December 8, 2019. Graveside service on December 9, 2019 at 2:00 pm at Beit Olam East Cemetery, 42 Concord Rd./Route 126, Wayland, MA. A shiva memorial will be held Tuesday, December 10 from 3 – 6 pm at First Parish of Waltham, 50 Church St., Waltham, MA. Mark will be missed for his humor, his music, and his kind loving soul.
Bernard “Bernie” Siegal, died peacefully at his home on Friday, December 6, 2019, at age 96.He was the last in his generation to pass, being predeceased by his brothers and sister, beloved wife E. Louise, of over 60 years, and two of his sons, Michael and Robert. Bernie was a self-made man with a shrewd sense for business. He was smart, savvy and successful despite only being educated through middle school.
He had a strong work ethic from the time he was a boy, working in the family grocery business. By 21 he had opened his first liquor store on the corner of Comm & Harvard Ave. in Boston, eventually renaming it “Macy’s” to line up with his brothers already thriving business. He took joy in all facets of the business, no job was too big, no job too small. He took pride in sweeping the front of the store himself, instilling these values in his sons and grandsons alike. He happily retired at 60 to spend time with his wife, Louise.
Stoic and proud, he did not always show his feelings and emotions, but he loved his family deeply in his own way and was loved in return. Bernie leaves behind a son, Marty, with whom he looked forward to spending time, visiting and breaking bread with him multiple times a week. He also leaves behind grandchildren, Sean and his wife Erika, Lewis and his wife Joanna, Melissa, Denise and Ashely. Great-grandpa to Jacob, Abigail, Cecelia & Jillian, Emma, Sam, and Madeleine, Max Robert, Vincent, Mason, and Robert.
The family would like to thank Evelyn for her loving care of Bernie.
Services will be held at Temple Emanuel, 385 Ward St., Newton, MA, on Wednesday, December 11, 2019 at 10:00 am. Burial will be private.
In lieu of flowers, remembrances to www.onemission.org in Bernie’s name would be appreciated.
Wilson Menashi of Lexington, MA died on December 7, 2019. Beloved husband, father, grandfather, scientist/inventor, friend and octopus whisperer. He is survived by his wife Deborah, children Solomon and Dara, grandchildren Jake and Sophie and daughter-in-law Nancy Bernard. Wilson was born in Resht Iran in 1934. He immigrated to England in 1950 and came to the United States in 1957 to attend graduate school at Columbia University in Chemical Engineering. He married Deborah in 1961 and had three children (Daniel 1966-1967). He led many different lives in his 85 years including founding Ceres Corporation and becoming the world’s largest producer of cubic zirconia. For the last twenty-five he has been a volunteer at the New England Aquarium where he became known as the Octopus Whisper and has been featured in books and interviews all over the world. He touched many people with his kindness, unique perspective and ability to communicate with animals and people. He will be sorely missed by those who love him. Services will be held at Congregation Or Atid, 97 Concord Rd., Wayland, MA on Tuesday, December 10, 2019 at 1 pm. Immediately following we will adjourn to the Westview Cemetery, 201 Bedford St., Lexington, MA for the burial. Shiva will be held Tuesday following burial until 8 pm and Wednesday, December 11th from 4-8 pm. In lieu of flowers, donation in his memory may be made to the Daniel Menashi Endowed Scholarship in care of: Daniel Menashi Scholarship, Brandies University, 415 South St. MS 126, Waltham MA 02454.
Walter L. Glazer, age 94, Sunday Dec. 1, 2019. Son of the late Harry Glazer and Jennie (Schweitzer) Glazer. He left behind his wife of 60 years, Doreen (Grace), his children; Evelyn Marcelja and her late husband Robert, Howard Glazer and his wife Stefanie. His cherished grandchildren, Eli and Jacob Glazer. Brother of the late George Glazer and Helen Rote. Many loving nieces and nephews also survive him. Walter was a veteran of the United States Army Air Corps.
Special thanks to his life saving doctors, Schnipper, Pennachio and Corrigan. He was their miracle man as was he ours. Private services were held Thursday, Dec. 5 at Shepetovka Cemetery in West Roxbury.
Marvin R. Bernstein-of Framingham, MA, on December 5, 2019.Beloved husband of the late Barbara Lee (Hatch) Bernstein. Devoted father of Deena Aborjaily and her husband Eric, Mitchel Bernstein and his wife Stacy. Dear grandfather of Simon, Spencer and Justin Bernstein, Amira and Brandon Aborjaily. Dear brother of Helen Weiner. Service at Temple Shalom,175 Temple St., West Newton, on Sunday, December 8,2019 at 12:30 pm. Following interment at Old Beit Olam Cemetery,60 Old Sudbury Rd., Wayland, memorial observance will be at the residence of Mitchel and Stacy Bernstein until 8:00pm Sunday and will continue at the residence of Deena and Eric Aborjaily on Monday 7-9pm. In lieu of flowers remembrances to the Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research, Grand Central Station, PO box 4777, New York, NY 10163-4777, www.michaeljfox.org.
Burstein, Lawrence “Larry” of Newton, MA, and Barton, VT, passed away peacefully on December 5, 2019 at the VA Bedford Hospital. Beloved husband of Adria (Cimo) Burstein. Loving father of Rebecca Burstein and her husband William Martin. Proud grandfather of Antonia “Toni” Burstein. Graveside service at Newton Cemetery, 791 Walnut St., Newton, MA on Monday, December 9, 2019 at 11 am. In lieu of flowers, donations in Larry’s memory may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, MA/NH Chapter, 309 Waverly Oaks Rd., Waltham, MA 02452
Edwin M. Bikofsky, 94, of West Newton, MA, on December 3, 2019. Beloved husband and best friend of Carol S. (Garelick) Bikofsky. Loving father to David R. Bikofsky and wife Karen, Lauren B. Binder and husband John, Lynn A. Bikofsky and partner David Evans. Dear grandfather to Rebecca and Benjamin Binder, George and Lily Kaplan, Sarah Bikofsky Groper and Sophie Bikofsky. Brother to the late Helen Warner. Ed’s most important loves were his wife Carol and his family, followed by his passion for tennis, which he played until age 91 and a half. Ed was a decorated World War II veteran during which he flew 31 missions in the Army Air Corps and went on to graduate from Tufts College. Ed retired in 1992 as Vice President of Purchasing at Merchants Tire Company where he worked for 42 years. Service at 11 am on Thursday, December 5, 2019 at Temple Shalom of Newton, 175 Temple St., West Newton, MA. Interment to follow at Lindwood Memorial Park, 490 North St., Randolph, MA. Memorial observance at his late residence on Thursday from 3:30pm – 8:00pm, Friday, from 1:00 – 4:00pm and Saturday from 5:00 – 8:00pm. Donations in Ed’s memory may be made to the Simon Wiesenthal Center, 1399, S. Roxbury Dr. Los Angeles, CA 90035.
It is with great sadness that the family of Ariella Parsons announces her passing on Friday November 29, 2019. Born May 26, 1988, to Natan and Amy Parsons, Ariella’s life brought her from Boston, to Tel Aviv, to Del Ray Beach, and back to Boston. She is survived by her mother Amy, sister Michelle, Brother-in-Law Alex and nephew Noah.
Funeral service at Temple Israel, 477 Longwood Ave., Boston, MA on Wednesday, December 4, 2019 at 10:00 am. Following interment at Temple Emeth Memorial Park, 776 Baker St., West Roxbury, MA, memorial observance will be at the home of Amy Parsons, 1761 Beacon Street, Brookline, MA until 8 pm, Thursday 4-8 pm, and Friday 1-5 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations in Ariella’s memory may be made to Jewish National Fund, 78 Randall Ave., Rockville Centre, NY 11570.
David A. Winer, age 74, passed peacefully on Thursday, November 28, 2019 at Massachusetts General Hospital after a long illness, with his beloved wife Kathryn at his bedside.
He was predeceased by his parents Joseph and Sarah Winer, his sister, Judith Freid and nephew, Jacob Stiles.
He is survived by his wife, Kathryn, nephews Gary Kesell, Mark Freid, Erik Freid, Alex Stiles, Aaron Moody, Andrew Moody, Brandon Stiles, Dane Stiles, Luke Stiles, Steven Stiles, and nieces, Becca Anton, Rachel Hampton, Heather Adelson, Taylor Stiles and Liz Bentley. He was a loving great-uncle of 9. David also leaves many wonderful friends and family living in the Great State of Oklahoma.
David worked for many years in the family business, State Parlor Frame in Boston. He was co-owner of American Pest Control Services and co-founder of American Broadcloth.
He was a member of the Comanche Man Dance, the American Indianist Society, the American Indianist Society Hethuska, the Boy Scouts of America, the Woburn Sportsman Club, Garden City Masonic Lodge, and the Allepo Temple. He attended the Adams Street Shul.
Graveside service at the Gardens at Gethsemane Cemetery, 670 Baker St., West Roxbury, MA on Tuesday, December 3, 2019 at 10:30 am.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Shriners Hospital for Children or a charity of your choice.
Yanoff- Lillian (Schachter), 92, of Stoughton, MA, on November 28, 2019. Beloved wife of the late Sidney Yanoff. Dear mother of Alan Yanoff, Howard Yanoff, and Scott and Lori Yanoff. Proud grandmother of Shayna Yanoff and Sage Yanoff. Loving sister of Louis Schachter, Sidney Schachter and Anne Lutsky.
Graveside service at 1:45 pm on Sunday, December 1, 2019 at Sharon Memorial Park, 40 Dedham St., Sharon, MA. Donations in her memory may be made to Dementia Society of America, P.O. Box 600, Doyleston, PA 18901.
Cynthia (Garber) Bernstein, 87, of Canton, November 26, 2019. Beloved wife of the late Harry S. Bernstein. Dear mother of Benis Bernstein and Hugh Fenimore, Robert (Anne) Bernstein and Joel (Suzanne) Bernstein. Proud grandmother of Frances Fenimore, Edward, Jeffrey, Samuel and Sarah Bernstein. Loving sister of Lawrence Mack.
Services at 11:00 am on Friday, November 29, 2019 at Wilson Chapel, 234 Herrick Rd., Newton Centre, MA. Burial to follow at Hand in Hand Cemetery, West Roxbury. Following interment, shiva will be at the home of Robert Bernstein on Sunday and Monday 2:00-7:00 pm. Donations in her memory may be made to Canton Veteran Services, 660 Washington St., Canton, MA 02021.
Celia (Buckman) Bornstein, 104 years young, of Dedham, formally Randolph, November 23, 2019. Beloved wife of the late Morris Bornstein for 49 years. Dear mother of Joan Astor and Ann and Harvey Levensohn. Awesome grandmother of Scott and Linda Astor, Dr. Todd Astor and Annalisa VanKirk, Adam and Laura Levensohn, and Melissa and Dennis Feist. Amazing great-grandmother to Mikayla, Jonathan and Benjamin Astor, Zachary and Noah Feist and Brady and Brett Levensohn.
Graveside service on Monday, November 25, 2019 at 10:00 am at Beth El Cemetery, 776 Baker St., West Roxbury, MA. Following interment shiva will be held at NewBridge on the Charles Health Center Conservatory until 3:00 pm, continuing at the home of Joan Astor 7-9 pm and on Tuesday 2-5 & 6-8 pm. Donations in her memory may be made to Hadassah Southern New England Region, 1320 Centre St., Suite 205, Newton Centre, MA 02459 or NewBridge on the Charles, 7000 Great Meadow Rd., Dedham, MA 02026.
Kaster, Leonard “Lenny”, of Millis, MA, entered into eternal rest on November 20, 2019. Lenny was born on November 10, 1931 to the late David and Golda (Fegelman) Kaster. Beloved husband of the late Ronnie Lynne (Freedman) Kaster for 59 years. Devoted father of David Kaster and his wife Myra Lee, Dr. Bruce Kaster and his wife Madelon, and RobinSue DeSimone and her husband Gino. Lenny had the blessing of being grandfather to 8, and more recently 2 great-grandchildren. Graveside service at Sharon Memorial Park, 40 Dedham St., Sharon, MA on Friday, November 22, 2019 at 9:45 am. Memorial observance will be at Lenny’s late residence until 4 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations in Lenny’s memory may be made to Congregation B’Nai Tikva, 1301 Washington St., Canton, MA 02021.
Of Brookline, on November 20, 2019.Beloved husband of Tanya. Devoted father of Olga Solomon and her husband Michael “Mickey”.Loving grandfather of Josh. Dear brother of Joseph. Services at Temple Israel, 477 Longwood Ave., Boston (parking on the Riverway), on Sunday, November 24, 2019 at 1:30 pm. Following interment at Adath Jeshurun Cemetery, 350 Grove St., West Roxbury, memorial observance will be held at his residence, 55 Leland Rd., Chestnut Hill until 7:00 pm, and Monday 2-4 & 7-9 pm. In lieu of flowers remembrances may be made The Clergy Discretionary Fund of Temple Israel, 477 Longwood Avenue, Boston, MA, 02215.
of Belmont, MA, formerly of Sunrise, FL and Queens, NY, died on November 18th from progressively failing health. She was predeceased by her husband of 67 years, Isidore Mann, her parents Solomon and Mary Cohen, and her siblings Sam, Rebecca and David. Pauline is survived by her children Gail Mann (Steve Klionsky) and Barry Mann (Marianne), three grandchildren, Sarah Klionsky (Nick Nelson), Daniel Klionsky (Meredith) and Alison Mann, and three great grandchildren, Max and Lila Nelson and Phillip Klionsky, and [many] nieces and nephews. A graveside service will be held on Friday, November 22nd at 1:00 p.m. at Washington Memorial Park in Mt. Sinai, NY.
Helen M. Aronson, 84, of Worcester, MA, formerly of Grafton and Westborough, died on November 14th after a period of failing health. She was predeceased by her parents, Emmanuel and Dorothy Aronson, and her sister, Rose Rodenstein. Helen is survived by her nephews, Lawrence, Morris and Alan Rodenstein, and her niece, Andrea Spandau. Helen was a teacher in the Grafton school system for many years. After her retirement, she was a familiar face at the Grafton Senior Center. Helen loved animals, especially her pugs, and was a dedicated fan of the Boston Red Sox and the New England Patriots. A graveside service will be held on Monday, November 18th at 2 PM at the Beth El Cemetery in West Roxbury, MA.
MAX S. BERGER, 94, of Framingham, formerly of Natick passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Tuesday, November 12, 2019. He was the beloved husband of the late Eleanor Berger. Devoted father of Philip Berger and his girlfriend Karin Gremo and the late Judi Berger and Joel Berger. Proud grandfather of Jenna Story and her husband Pat, Matthew Fahey and his girlfriend Lilly Marston, JaimeAnn Higgins and her husband Brian. Great grandfather of Ava Lynn Higgins, Conor and McKenna Story. Uncle of Lisa Barker and her husband Michael Barker. Graveside services will be held at Sharon Memorial Park (40 Dedham St., Sharon), on Friday, November 15, 2019 at 10:45 a.m. Following services, a memorial observance will be at the home of Lisa and Michael Barker. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made on-line to VA Bedford, 200 Springs Road, Bedford, MA 01730 www.Volunteer.va.gov/apps/volunteernow/
Neal “Bagels” Bocian, 69, of Brooklyn, New York, resided in Chestnut Hill and Ipswich, succumbed to cancer surrounded by his family on November 11, 2019.
Husband of Lori Wolf, father of Craig and Erica, brother of Arthur and Uncle to Russel. Step father to Erik and Alex Wolf, and Papa Neal to grandkids Julian, Zachary, Gabriela, and Natalie.
Advertising guru, business owner, avid golfer, member of The Ancient and Honorable Society, harmonica player, Words with Friends fanatic, trivia aficionado, law and order enthusiasts, was the fifth season of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons, bagels the clown, performer at Boston Children’s Floating Hospital for the last 28 years, and handball champion of the world. Passionate man with a big heart who loved life and gave it his all.
Service at Temple Emanuel, 385 Ward St., Newton, MA on Wednesday, November 13, 2019 at 11 am. Interment will be private. Memorial observance will be at the Newton Marriott, 2345 Commonwealth Ave., Newton, MA following the service until 4:30 pm. Shiva observance will continue at the home of Lori Wolf on Wednesday and Thursday 6-8 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations in Neal’s memory may be made to the Floating Hospital for Children, Pediatric Cancer Center, 800 Washington St., Boston, MA 02111.
Attorney Semyon Alesker-of Brookline, on November 10, 2019. Beloved husband of Yelizaveta for 76 years. Devoted father of Dr. Eugenia Alesker and her husband, Marvin Zimble. Also survived by 5 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. Services at Temple Sinai, 25 Canton St., Sharon, on Tuesday, November 12, 2019 at 10:15 am. Interment to follow at Sharon Memorial Park.
Bloom, Phyllis (Levenson), of West Newton, MA, on November 6, 2019. Beloved wife for 61 years of Paul Bloom. Devoted mother of Susan Murphy and her husband Tom, George Bloom and his wife Margot, and Peter Bloom. Proud grandmother of Sean & Karen Murphy and Samantha, Jessica, and Jennifer Bloom. Loving sister of John Levenson. Phyllis was a hospital volunteer for 30 years. She enjoyed reading, classical music, cooking & gardening. Graveside service at Newton Cemetery, 791 Walnut St., Newton, MA on Tuesday, November 12, 2019 at 2 pm. Following services, Shiva will be at Phyllis’ late residence until 8 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations in Phyllis’ memory may be made to: Roberta S. Kreplick Scholarship c/o Masconomet Regional School District, 20 Endicott Rd., Boxford, MA 01921.
Our beloved Michael Leroy Lopin, husband, father, grandfather, uncle and friend, a.k.a., Grampa D, passed away peacefully the morning of November 7, 2019 surrounded by his loving family. He leaves behind his wife Nancy, sister Lynn Haims, three children Naomi, Jonah and Aaron, children-in-law John, Jordyne and Julie, and six beautiful grandchildren Noah, Wanda, Kai, Maya, Burt, and Cody. We were blessed to be with him in the last days before he passed.
Michael was a brilliant electrical engineer who earned his Bachelors and two Masters degrees from MIT, the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Michael devoted the majority of his professional career to his position as Principal Electrical Engineer at Zoll Medical Corporation. As a leading battery expert devoted to developing life-saving medical devices, Michael designed and developed the portable heart monitor now standard in emergency vehicles, and the first portable defibrillator, the AED Plus (automated external defibrillator), with voice commands. His pioneering technology has saved countless lives.
Michael deeply enjoyed playing bridge, cribbage, scrabble, and other card games. He regularly competed in bridge tournaments in Waltham, Needham and Clearwater Florida, and often placed in the top three with his longtime bridge partner, proudly sharing his scores with family over emails. He was a wonderful silversmith and craftsman, creating many beautiful pieces of jewelry, metal art and handcrafted woodworked furniture. A voracious reader of crime and mystery novels, he and his sister would often trade favorite books back and forth. Michael was also a longtime camper and 43-year veteran of Sandy Island Family Camp in New Hampshire. He loved spending time every summer with his family at Camp on beautiful Lake Winnepesaukee.
Funeral Services will be held at Temple Shalom of Newton, 175 Temple St., Newton, MA at 10:30 am on Sunday, November 10, 2019. A reception will follow. Please join us to honor and celebrate his life.
Shiva in memory of our beloved Michael Lopin will be at Nancy Lopin’s house, 25 Hibbard Rd., Newton, Monday through Thursday from 7:00-8:30 pm.
Shiva has been extended to Saturday and Sunday from 3:00 – 8:30 pm.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Michael’s memory may be made to: Sandy Island Camp Improvement Fund https://bit.ly/2Q1iNge. Toward the bottom of the giving page is a place where you can select Honor / Memorial Gift. Select yes, and then fill in the available space with the name Michael Lopin. Thank you for honoring his life. May his memory be a blessing.
George J. Marshall, 91, of Newton passed away on November 8, 2019. He was predeceased by his wife, Sarah (nee Kushner) the love of his life, who passed away in 2012.
George was a loving father to three sons and three daughters-in-law: William & Patti (nee Gack) Marshall; David & Ariela (nee Kohen) Marshall; and Lawrence Marshall & Michelle Oberman. He was a source of joy to his grandchildren: Rachel Marshall; Jesica Marshall; Steven & Jaclyn Marshall; Dina Marshall; Jonathan Marshall & Elizabeth Klein; Traci Marshall; Hanna Oberman; and Noa Oberman. He also leaves three great grandchildren: Jason Jope; Joel Marshall; and Lily Marshall.
A proud veteran of the National Guard, George served a term as Commander of the Massachusetts region of the Jewish War Veterans and countless terms as Commander of Post 211. He breathed new life into the Post through his vision and tireless work. For example, George was an early originator of the program distributing socks to needy veterans.
George worked mightily to raise funds for Israel and he and Sarah traveled to Israel 10 times. He was twice honored as Man of the Year by Israel Bonds and also awarded the City of Newton Peace Award.
Professionally, George founded The Marshall Company, a CPA firm. He was immensely proud of his two sons William and David who later joined the practice.
Services will be held at the Wilson Chapel, 234 Herrick Rd., Newton, MA on Sunday, November 10 at 12:30 PM. Burial will follow at Mishkan Tefila Memorial Park in West Roxbury, MA.Following Interment, Shiva will be held at his residence until Thursday evening. Donations are encouraged to the George J. and Sarah K. Marshall Memorial Scholarship Fund, Jewish War Veterans Post 211, c/o David Marshall, 4 Royal Court, Franklin, MA 02038.
Gill Fishman fought a valiant, three-year battle with cancer that ended peacefully this week. He is survived by his loving wife Barbara; their children Justin and his wife Zoe, and Jillian and her fiancé Jesse; and Gill’s brother, Richard.
Gill was a life-long Bostonian. He grew up in Roxbury, learned to play golf and fly a kite at Franklin Park, and attended The Boston Latin School. He went on to graduate from Harvard College with a degree in Economics and the Harvard Graduate School of Design with a Master’s in Architecture. He also studied at the Harvard School of Education and MIT, and as an Associate in the Department of Visual and Environmental Studies at Harvard.
His gentle humor and natural elegance, his keen intellect and his intuitive sense of design helped him develop multiple successful businesses, including his eponymous, nationally-recognized graphics, design and branding firm. Over Gill’s career, he was honored to receive over 400 design awards for helping clients – corporate, startup, and nonprofit – define and craft their mission and their brand.
As a serial entrepreneur, he founded Rainboworld, a game-changing greeting card publisher, and co-founded the Water Music/Concert Cruise/JazzBoat. He also served on the original founding committees of the Great Boston Kite Festival and of First Night, which enhanced Boston public spaces and brought many communities together.
Gill was deeply involved in the startup and biotech community, as well as a strong advocate and passionate contributor to many local nonprofits. He did extensive volunteer work for the School of the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston; New Center for Arts and Culture; the Museum of Fine Arts Council; the National Board of the American Technion Society; the Boston Preservation Alliance; the Historic Fisher Hill Neighborhood Association; New England-Israel Business Council; and Boys & Girls Clubs of Boston, among other organizations. His friends and colleagues would say that his talents for design propelled countless philanthropic organizations forward.merica
Gill brightened every room he entered with his smile and sharp wit. He touched the lives of so many with his light and his laugh. He was an extraordinary man, husband, and father. He was loved and will be greatly missed.
A memorial service and celebration of Gill’s life will be held at Wilson Chapel,234 Herrick Rd. Newton Centre,Sunday November 17th at 11:00 AM. In lieu of flowers, you may send a donation to one of Gill’s favorite causes, such as Boys and Girls Clubs of Boston, American Technion Society, or Boston Preservation Alliance.
Sam D. Starobin-of Chestnut Hill, on November 6, 2019.Beloved husband of Ina (Rosen) Friedman Starobin. Devoted father of Debra Pullen and Nancy Starobin. Dear stepfather of Ronne Friedman and his wife Irene, Wendy, Lynn, and Loren Friedman and his wife Patricia Rodriques. Loving grandfather of Phelan Pullen, Zachary Friedman, Rachel Lerch, Amelia and Joaquin Friedman, and the late Jesse Friedman.Loving brother of Aaron Starobin and his wife Caryln. Services at Temple Israel,477 Longwood Ave., Boston (parking on the Riverway),on Sunday, November 10,2019 at 1:30 pm. Sam was the recipient of The Distinguished Service Medal and Purple Heart for service in Vietnam.He served as former Director of General Services for the District of Columbia, Washington, DC. Interment at The West Point Military Academy Cemetery at a later date. In lieu of flowers remembrances to American Parkinson Disease Association,72 East Concord St., Boston, MA 02118.
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