Archive: December, 2019

Ariella Parsons of Brookline, MA

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.

Eugene P. Gilbo

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.

Pauline Mann, 94,

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.

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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.

Brought joy to all

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.

Retired Colonel US Army

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.

Liane Reif-Lehrer, scientist, feminist, wife, mother, teacher, poet, ballroom dancer, and longtime Lexington resident, died on November 6, 2019, after an extended battle with Alzheimer’s disease. She was 84. Born to Gerschon Reif, a dentist, and Klara (Chaja Lea) Gottfried Reif, she lived with her older brother Frederich (1927-2019) in Vienna, Austria until 1939. She fled the Nazis with her mother and brother on the ill-fated S.S. St. Louis, which was bound for Cuba with 937 Jewish refugees but forced to return to Europe, where they disembarked in France. In September 1941 they managed to emigrate, sponsored by relatives (the Klinghoffer family) in New York City. She attended Erasmus Hall High School, Barnard College (BA, 1956), and the University of California, Berkeley (PhD, Chemistry, 1960). After a year of round-the-world travel with her husband Sam, and a postdoctoral fellowship at Harvard, from 1966-1985 she was Research Scientist at the Mass Eye and Ear Infirmary and the Schepens Eye Research Institute, and a faculty member (1978-1985) and Director of the Office of Academic Affairs (1981-1983) at Harvard Medical School. She then started the consulting firm Erimon Associates, specializing in grant writing, and published “Writing a Successful Grant Application”. In 1981 she founded the Women in Science Network, to help navigate the challenges of career advancement. She is survived by her husband of 59 years Sherwin (Sam) Lehrer, her children Damon Lehrer of Lexington, MA (wife Aimee LeBrun and grandson Nathan Huckleberry Lebrun Lehrer), and Erica Lehrer of Montreal, QC. A donation in Liane’s memory may be made to Cure Alzheimer’s Fund at https://curealz.org/giving/donate/. Liane will be buried at Mount Auburn Cemetery. An informal shiva to remember her will be held at NewBridge on the Charles, Health Center, 7000 Great Meadow Rd., Dedham, on Sunday, November 10, 2019 from 1:00-5:00 pm.

Robert S. Snyder 1932-2019

died peacefully at home November 3 after a courageous battle with kidney disease. Beloved husband of Bonnie Clendenning Snyder, cherished father of Nadine Nesbitt and David J Snyder and stepfather of Max Clendenning. He leaves his grandchildren Amber Stefaniak, Genevieve Heaps, Matthew Heaps, Alexandria Heaps and Autumn Pirie, his great niece Sophie McCardle and great nephew Jack McArdle.
Robert served with distinction as a mechanic in the Korean War and graduated from Boston University. After a long career in the packaging and paper machine industries Robert used his gifts as salesperson and entrepreneur to create Engineered Tooling Company which he ran for thirty years as President and CEO. Above all, he was a constant friend, mentor and partner to his extended family and friends.
Services at the Wilson Chapel, 234 Herrick Rd., Newton, MA on Wednesday November 6 at 12:30 pm. Interment will follow at Newton Cemetery, 791 Walnut Street. Afterwards family and friends are invited to gather at his late residence.
A public Shiva will be held on Sunday November 10, at Congregation Shaarei Tefillah, 35 Morseland Avenue, Newton Centre from 5-7:30 pm.
In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the Massachusetts Audubon Society or a charity of your choice.

Roger A. Litman of Needham and Falmouth, Massachusetts, 83, passed away on November 1, 2019 after a long struggle with dementia. Devoted husband of Beverly (Weinstein) Litman for 61 years. Beloved father of Peter Justin Litman and his wife Ann Harada of NYC, and Jill Litman Weiner and her husband Peter Weiner of Needham. Adoring Zayde or as he was affectionately known “Z” to Cole Maxwell Weiner, Dana Mackenzie Weiner and Elvis Harada Litman. Son of the late Max and Tillie (Rome) Litman. Brother of Dr. Michael Litman of Revere and Lynda Litman Saltz and her husband Dr. Stephen Saltz of Boca Raton, Florida. He also leaves Stephen and Lelia Weinstein and Ricky and Janice Weinstein, many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Graduate of Northfield Mount Herman School, WPI with a BS in Chemical Engineering and an MS from Northeastern University in Engineering Management. He worked as an engineer for firms in Massachusetts, New Hampshire and Neuvo Laredo, Mexico. Upon the death of his father, he took over the management of North Shore Fuel, Inc., at 100 VFW Parkway, Revere (the site where his grandfather, Jacob Litman, founded North Shore Ice and Coal in the 1920’s) and ran the company for 45 years expanding from oil into HVAC Contracting. Services will be held at Temple Aliyah, 1664 Central Ave., Needham, where he was a founding member and past president, at noon on Monday, November 4, followed by interment at Sharon Memorial Park. Shiva will follow at his residence Monday until 8pm, Tuesday 2-4 & 7-9pm and Wednesday 2-4 & 7-9pm. Donations in his memory may be made to Temple Aliyah in Needham or Alzheimer’s Association.

Titlebaum, Irene E., of Randolph, MA since 1956, passed away on October 31, 2019. Beloved wife for 68 years of the late Martin M. Titlebaum. Devoted mother of the late Lesley M. Berkovitz and her husband Stanley of FL, and Kenneth H. Titlebaum of Needham, MA. Proud grandmother of Jamie (Berkovitz) Pace of Los Angeles, CA, Alyssa Berkovitz of Brighton, MA, Stephanie Titlebaum of Boston, MA, and Abigail Titlebaum of Boston, MA. Loving sister of the late Charlotte Levy of Milton, MA. Services at Wilson Chapel, 234 Herrick Rd., Newton, MA on Monday, November 4, 2019 at 10 am. Following interment at Zviller Cemetery, memorial observance will be at Irene’s late residence on Monday November 4th, until 7:00 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations in Irene’s memory may be made to a cancer foundation of your choice.

Cynthia (Sroelov) Simon age 91 of Sarasota, FL, formerly of Newton, MA passed away in her home on October 31, 2019. Beloved wife of the late Harvey Simon. Devoted mother of Gary Simon of Sarasota, FL and Stephen Simon and his wife Frances Kuebler of Arlington, MA. Loving grandmother of Abigail and Amelia Simon. She is survived by many cousins, nieces and nephews.

She held many jobs but was most proud of her work in customer service for the Internal Revenue Service. She enjoyed traveling with her husband and spending time with her grandchildren. She was a great listener and good friend to all who knew her.

Graveside service at Baker Street Cemetery, West Roxbury, MA on Tuesday November 5, 2019 at 1PM.
In Lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the charity of your choice.

Alvin Goldfield, 89, of Lexington, MA, formerly Fairfield and Bridgeport, CT passed away peacefully on October 30, 2019. Beloved husband of Sarann (Klavir) Goldfield. Devoted father of Daniel Goldfield and Nancy Tauber and father-in-law of Tony Tauber. Cherished grandfather of Isaac and Jonah Tauber. Loving sibling of the late Elaine Bregman, Muriel Lessler, and brother-in-law Stephen Lessler. Brother-in-law of Herb Bregman. Caring son of the late Louis and Anna Goldfield. Alvin showed his deep love and devotion for his family and community throughout his life and his presence will be missed.

Alvin was a nostalgic man who loved to schmooze. He spoke fondly about time spent during his youth with family at Snow’s Farm in Easton, CT. He shared moving and humorous stories about his service in the Navy as an assistant to Newport RI Naval Base Chaplain.

Alvin grew up in a happy home, graduated from Bassick High School, and earned a bachelor’s degree from Bridgeport University in Connecticut.

His professional life included successes in the retail, real estate and automobile industries. He served his community with passion in many ways, most notably as President of the Jewish Family Service in CT where he spearheaded an affordable housing development for older adults in Bridgeport.

His favorite composer was Gustav Mahler, and he shared his love of music with his wife as active members of the South Shore Music Group in Westport, CT.

Alvin loved to drive and meet new people so, along with his wife, traveled extensively throughout the United States and the world. He was happy behind the wheel while his wife pointed the way to their next adventure.

And nothing gave him more pleasure than his children and grandchildren.

Services will be held graveside at Temple Israel Cemetery, 492 North Avenue, Wakefield, MA at 2:00 pm on Sunday, November 3. Shiva will be held at 137 Chestnut Street, Cambridge, MA from 4pm to 8pm on Sunday and Monday, November 3 & 4. A service celebrating Alvin’s life will be held at Temple Israel, 477 Longwood Avenue, Boston, MA at 2:00pm on Friday, November 29.  Donations may be made to Temple Israel of Boston or to the charity of your choice.

Martin Silverman- of Hull,October 28, 2019. At Martin’s request, there will be no services. So go out and enjoy the day!

Helen (Canner) Levine of Stoughton, on October 30, 2019. Beloved wife of late Melvin Levine. Devoted mother of Steven & Hilda Levine of Newton, Paul & Raisa Levine of Stoughton and David Levine of Tampa, Florida. Cherished grandmother of Marc & Meri Levine, Jaime & Daniel Regan, Joshua & Sara Levine, Rachel Levine, Jenna & Mathew Captline and Daniel Levine. Loving great-grandmother of Gabriel, Emma, Alexis, Casey, Claire and Benjamin. Beloved sister of the late E. Louis Canner, Maurice Canner, Marjorie Rohtstein and Bernard Canner. Services at the S. Philip Gopen Chapel at Sharon Memorial Park on Friday, November 1, 2019 at 10:00 AM with interment immediately following at Sharon Memorial Park. Memorial observance at her late residence immediately following burial until 6:00PM. Shiva will continue on Saturday from 5:00PM-8:00PM. Remembrances may be made to the American Cancer Society, 30 Speen St., Framingham, MA 01701.

Mildred R. Goodman- on October 29, 2019, age 96, of Wellesley, beloved wife of the late Russell.  Loving mother of Lynne and her husband Bob Gaynor and the late David and his surviving wife Barbara Goodman. David passed away suddenly on February 6 this year, only 5 days after his mothers 96th birthday party. Adored Grammy of Emily and Rachel Goodman, Sam Gaynor and Danny Gaynor and his fiancee Cara Perellis.  Also survived by sister-in-law Marilyn Brown, step-grandchildren Brian and Sam Batt, 3 nieces and a nephew.  Daughter of the late Bessie and Max Rosenberg, sister of the late Malcolm Rosenberg (Laurelle). A special thanks to Mildred’s devoted caregivers, Evette and Carolyn Williams. Mildred loved toasted corn muffins, all things Estee Lauder, a crisp pressed blouse, a good foxtrot, cruises, men in blue blazers and family time.

Graveside service at Sharon Memorial Park, Sharon (please assemble at the rear of the administration building),on Sunday, November 3, 2019 at 11:45 am.  Following the service memorial observance will be at the home of Lynne & Bob Gaynor until 7:00 pm. Donations in Mildred’s memory to  Hospice of the Good Shepherd, 90 Wells Avenue, Newton, MA  02459.

Tsiang, Claire Y., of Newton, October 27, 2019. Beloved wife of Donald C., loving mother of Tina Harding and her husband Scott of Milford, Ted and Todd, both of Newton.

Claire grew up in Brookline with her siblings, Charlie Yip, Madeleine Wong, Ruby Louie and James Yip. Many nieces and nephews also survive her.

A memorial service will be held on Saturday, November 2, 2019 from 2:30-4:30 pm at the  Newton Cemetery Chapel, 791 Walnut St., Newton, MA.

Barry H. Friedman (82) – Peabody, MA; formerly Westwood, MA

Everyone loved Barry.  Friends of over 70 years or a sausage vendor at Fenway he just met.  Across the globe: colleagues in Japan and Korea and Holland, Rotarians in the UK, hotel managers in Bali, a tailor in Hong Kong – each shared stories, jokes and the best local restaurants.  He was an entrepreneur, an engineer, a salesman – a founder of Copley Controls. Decades of service with Rotary International and, more recently, Founder and President of Gift of Life New England – which saved dozens of children with life-saving heart surgery.

Barry was born and grew up in Brookline, MA.  He attended Brookline High, UMass Amherst, and received two Masters degrees from Northeastern.  He lived most of his life (over 50 years) in Westwood, MA. Winning town tennis tournaments and the head of the committee building the town’s new cemetery.  He was an active member of Temple Beth David and enjoyed regular Sunday breakfasts at Ann’s Diner. Barry traveled the world (all 7 continents and over 50 countries), but always found a way to enjoy the Patriots and Red Sox games in real-time – regardless of the time-zone.

By far his greatest love and pride was his family.  Loving and devoted husband of 54 years to Barbara (of Peabody, MA, formerly Westwood, MA and Montgomery, AL)  Father to Paul (Hillsborough, CA) and Jeffrey (North Reading, MA.) Adoring grandfather to Jonathan, Ben and Eliza.  Brother to Linda and Rachel.

Services in the chapel at Sharon Memorial Park, 40 Dedham St., Sharon, MA on Tuesday, October 29, 2019 at 2:00 pm. Following interment shiva will be at the home of Jeffrey Friedman until 7 pm, and Wednesday 2-7 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations in Barry’s memory may be made to Dana Farber, P.O. Box 829168, Boston, MA 02284.

Ivan Donald Berman, 80, passed away peacefully on October 20, 2019, at Cornerstone Hospice in the Villages, Florida. Ivan was born in Atlanta, Georgia, on November 30, 1938, to Ephie and Minnie (Klotz) Berman. Above all, Ivan will be remembered for his famously dry sense of humor, decency, and devotion to family. He was a good man. Ivan graduated from Grady High School in Atlanta and served for several years in the US Army. He married Kathy Serbin on May 19, 1968, and soon thereafter, the couple moved to Miami, Florida. For many years, he worked at Serbin Fashions, a women’s sportswear business owned by his father-in-law, Lewis Serbin. In semi-retirement, he worked at Walmart, where he was a beloved (and very funny) greeter to customers. In 2014, Ivan and Kathy moved to The Villages, Florida. These were the golden years, when the beloved couple enjoyed time with many friends, new and old; eating out, again and again; traveling; and, especially, their dogs Sampson and Daisy. And while Kathy was out playing bridge, Ivan enjoyed reading history, biographies and the Sunday New York Times; Facetime-ing with his grandchildren; and watching Red Sox and Patriots games (he had given up on the Miami Dolphins years ago).

In addition to Kathy, Ivan is survived by his three children, Todd, Amy (Robert) and Lauren (Paul); three grandchildren, Kelly, Jake and Emma; his late sister Sara Bloom; his late mother-in-law Janeth and late father-in-law, Lewis; his sister-in-law Marianne: nephews Andrew, Douglas, Barry, David; and his beloved pooch, Sampson.  Service on Friday, October 25, 2019 at Beit Olam East Cemetery at 11:30 am.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Cornerstone Hospice, cornerstonehospice.com

Ruth (Gordon) Wheeler-of Newton, October 23, 2019.Beloved wife of the late Sumner Wheeler. Dear daughter of the late Harry S. and Rebecca (Markowitz) Gordon.  Devoted mother of Lynne Wheeler, and Nancy Wheeler and her husband Frank Marchica. Cherished grandmother of Rachel Marchica. Dear sister of the late Irving Gordon, Eleanor Numberg and Helen Shapiro. Service at Sharon Memorial Chapel,40 Dedham St., Sharon on Friday, October 25, 2019 at 2:00 pm. Following interment the family will be at the residence of Lynne Wheeler. In lieu of flowers remembrances may be made to Healthcare Without Walls,148 Linden St., Unit 208, Wellesley, MA 02482. www.healthcarewithoutwalls.org

John G. Lewis, Jr. of Newton passed away peacefully on October 8, 2019.He was the beloved husband of Jane Flax Lewis for 27 years. John was the dear son of Natalie Greene Lewis and the late Captain John G. Lewis, USN.He was the devoted father of John G. Lewis, lll and his wife Kirsten, David Lewis and his wife Leslie, and Barrett Lewis and his wife Lisa. Stepfather of Mindy Berman and her brother, John Berman. His greatest joy was his twelve grandchildren: Alexa, Philip, Natalie, Benjamin, Patrick, Eliza, Eden, Anna, Ellie, Rachel, Joseph and Tedy. He was the loving brother of Edison, Natalie and Stephen Lewis. A memorial service will be held on Friday, November 1, 2019 at 10:00 am- Temple Israel, 477 Longwood Avenue, Boston. There will be parking on The Riverway. In lieu of flowers, please consider a contribution to The Thacher School, 5025 Thacher Road, Ojai, CA 93023- attention: Jeff Berndt. Please note that the contribution is for the John G. Lewis, Jr.’59 Endowment Fund. Burial will be private in California.

Keimach, Ethel (Shriber), of Boynton Beach, FL, formerly of Randolph, MA, passed away on October 20, 2019. Beloved wife of Louis Keimach for 62 years. Devoted mother 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 grandmother of Eli Keimach and his wife Priscilla, Anabelle Keimach, and Sarah Winch. Services at Temple Israel of Sharon, 125 Pond St., Sharon, MA, on Thursday, October 24,2019 at 1:00 pm. Following interment at Sharon Memorial Park, memorial observance to follow at the home of Gary and Shelley Keimach until 9 pm, Friday 1-4 pm, Saturday 7-9 pm, Sunday 1-4 & 7-9 pm, Monday and Tuesday 7-9 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations in Ethel’s memory may be made to The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, 220 N. Main St. #104, Natick, MA 01760.

Gladys Leon-on October 18, 2019. Service was held in California.

Jon Eliot Perlman, 69, of Sudbury, passed away peacefully on October 20, 2019, surrounded by family after a courageous battle with Leukemia. He is survived by his wife of 43 years, Fran, children Jeffrey and his wife Jill of Moraga, California, and Daniel and his wife Rachel, as well as his brother Robert and his wife Lesley of Newton, and his brother-in-law Harvey Kletz and his wife Abbey of Berkeley, California. He is also survived by his five adored grandchildren, Lev, Eli, Maya, Lily, and Caleb.

Jon enjoyed a decades long career dedicated to helping others as a clinical psychologist. He lived for football Sundays, the comedy greats, and a good bowl of spaghetti and meatballs. He cherished his family above all else. Jon drew far more enjoyment from giving than receiving, both personally and professionally. He will live on in the memory of his family, who will carry forward his legacy of kindness and love.

Relatives and friends will gather to honor and celebrate Jon’s life on Wednesday, October 23 at Temple Isaiah, 55 Lincoln Street, Lexington, MA, at 10:00 am, followed by burial at Mishkan Tefila Memorial Park, 2625 Centre St, West Roxbury, MA. Following interment, a meal of condolence at the home of Fran and Jon Perlman until 4pm. Shiva will be held at Fran and Jon’s house on Wednesday, 7-9 pm minyan at 7:30, Thursday, 7-9 pm minyan at 7:30, Friday 2-4 pm, and Sunday 2-4 pm. Shiva will continue at Robert and Lesley Perlman’s home Monday, October 28 at 7-9 am with minyan at 7 am, 1-4 pm and 7-9 pm with minyan at 7:30 pm.

In lieu of flowers, the family is grateful for donations made in Jon’s memory to Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, P.O. Box 849168 Boston, MA 02284 or via www.dana-farber.org/gift (please specify for Leukemia Research), or a charity of your choice.

Martha Gordon -Age 102, of Newton, on October 20, 2019. Beloved wife of the late Nathan Gordon. Loving mother of Paul and Linda Gordon, Patti and Marvin Coan, and Susan and Alan Bell. Cherished grandmother of Mark, Michael (Gia) and Rob (Lauren) Gordon, Brandon(Summer) and Spencer Coan, and Alex and David Kaplan. Great-grandmother of Dean Gordon and Simon Coan. Dear sister of the late Florence Taitelbaum and Selma Davidson. Proud World War 2 veteran of the U.S. Coast Guard. Funeral services at Wilson Chapel, 234 Herrick Rd., Newton, MA on Thursday, October 24, 2019 at 11:00am, followed by burial at Lindwood Memorial Park, 490 North Street, Randolph, MA. Memorial observance following the burial at the home of Paul and Linda Gordon until 9pm. Expressions of sympathy in her memory may be made to the West End House Boys and Girls Club, 105 Allston Street, Allston, MA 02134, the Alzheimer’s Association, or a charity of your choice.

Marvin H. Lourie, 86, of Chicago, Illinois died peacefully on October 19, 2019 at The Carrington at Lincolnwood, in Lincolnwood, Illinois. Born on December 20, 1932 in Brookline, Massachusetts, he is predeceased by his parents, Alexander and Sadie (Korelitz) Lourie; his sister, Miriam (Louis) Chandler; his brothers, Samuel (Fredda) Lourie and Sheldon (Dorothy) Lourie; and his son-in-law, Morris Benatar of Atlanta, Georgia. Survivors include his long-time companion, Marilyn Bard of Skokie, IL; his son, Alexander (Mary Beth) Lourie of Northbrook, IL; his daughter, Diane (Lourie) Benatar of Johns Creek, GA; four grandchildren, including three granddaughters, Leah (David) Gordon of Atlanta, GA; Katherine Lourie of Chicago, IL and Caroline Lourie of Skokie, IL and a grandson, Dr. Steven (Taylor) Benatar of Atlanta, GA; his great-grandson, Michael Gordon of Atlanta, GA; and many nieces and nephews, as well as many friends from the myriad of places he lived, especially Chicago and  Manzanillo, Mexico. Graveside Service will be held at Crawford St. Memorial Park,776 Baker St.,West Roxbury, on Sunday October 27, 2019 at 11:00 am.In lieu of flowers family asks that donations be made to Alzheimer’s Foundation of America – https://alzfdn.org/

Abrahms, Jaimi, of Dorchester, MA, on October 17, 2019. Dear daughter of Jonathan Quentin Abrahms, and the late Gail Lorraine (Gold) Abrahms.
Loving sister of Tracy Gaudiano and her husband Francis, and Nathaniel Abrahms and his wife Natalie.
Jaimi is survived by beloved friend and roommate Rachel Frey, and the wonderful Boston Home community.

Born in 1973 at Boston Floating Hospital, Jaimi was diagnosed with Familial Dysautonomia at a young age. Despite her disability, Jaimi lived her life to the fullest. She grew up in Swampscott, MA, moved to Sarasota, FL, and then moved back to The Boston Home. Jaimi will always be remembered for her ability to touch people’s hearts.

Graveside service at New Tifereth Israel Cemetery, Everett, MA, on Sunday, October 20, 2019 at 11:00 am. In lieu of flowers, donations in Jaimi’s memory may be made to The Boston Home, 2049 Dorchester Ave., Boston, MA 02124.

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Martin Stern-age 72,beloved husband of Devi (nee Katz). Loving father of Sarah Stern (Paul La Farge) and Rachel Stern. Cherished son of Michael and the late Pearl Stern. Dear brother of Hedy Gort (Douglas) and brother-in-law of Naomi Katz Mintz (Rabbi Lewis Mintz) and Jonathan Katz (Norah Wylie). Graveside service Wednesday 3:30pm at Beit Olam Cemetery, 60 Old Sudbury Rd., Wayland, MA. Following the service the family will return to the Katz residence, 16 Cross St., West Newton until 8:00pm In lieu of flowers, memorial  contributions may be made to Facing History and Ourselves, 16 Hurd Rd., Brookline, MA 02445, www.facinghistory.org or Women for Women International, Global Support Center, PO Box 9224, Central Islip, NY 11722-9224, www.womenforwomen.org.

Lit, Leonard H., 86, of Randolph, October 13, 2019. Beloved husband of the late Barbara C. Lit. Devoted father of Barry Lit and his wife Susan and Nancy Mills and her husband Brian. Proud grandpa to Isaac, Rachel, Tyler and Trevor. Brother of Ida Klane, Dubby Uretsky and the late Joe Lit and Harry Lit.

Services will be on Wednesday October 16, 2019 at 10 am at Sharon Memorial Park Chapel, 40 Dedham St, Sharon, MA. Interment will follow. Shiva will be at the home of Barry and Susan Lit following interment until 8 pm and Thursday, October 17, from 12 – 7 pm.

Donation may be made to the Jewish War Veterans, Dept. of Massachusetts, State House, 24 Beacon St. Room 547, Boston MA 02133.

COHEN, Gloria, 87, of Peabody, passed away on October 12, 2019 at the Brudnick Center in Peabody, MA. Gloria was the daughter of the late Myer and Anne Bornstein. She was born on December 31, 1931 in Peabody and graduated Peabody High School in 1950. Gloria was a lifelong resident of Peabody. In 1953, she married her  husband Julian, who passed away in 2006.

Gloria worked for many years as a secretary, retiring from the JB Thomas Hospital. She was an avid mahjong player and bowler with her friends. She loved to knit, making sweaters and hats for anyone. She also enjoyed needle point, painting and calligraphy. Julian and Gloria spent every summer Saturday at their favorite beach, Good Harbor Beach, reading, walking and enjoying family and friends.

They spent winters in Florida for more than 25 years, traveling from Peabody to Delray Beach.

Gloria is survived by her sons, Stephen and his partner Karen, and Paul and his wife Amy, grandchildren Amy and her husband Lou, Brian and his wife Tara, Alyssa and her husband Enx, Jason and his wife Melissa, great-grandchildren JJ, Delilah, Edith, Oliver, Julian and Reese, and her sister and best friend, Ruth Kahn and her husband Eric. Gloria is also survived by many nieces, nephews and cousins as well as her friend and companion, Abe Ogman. Her greatest pleasure was spending time with grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Services at Chapel at Maple Hill Cemetery, 98 Canterbury Dr., Peabody, on Tuesday, October 15,2019 at 1:00 pm. Shiva at the home of Paul and Amy Cohen in Waltham on Tuesday and Wednesday evenings from 6:00-9:00 pm.

Memorial contributions may be made to westendhousecamp.org, conquercancer.org or www.mayyimhayyim.org.

Marilyn B. Miller, 93, of Newton died on Thursday, October 10, 2019.  Marilyn was born in 1926 in Brooklyn, New York, the daughter of Harry and Dorothy (Asbyll) Barlin. After high school she worked for the City of New York and started training as a classical singer. She met her husband Aaron at the Laurels Hotel and Country Club in the Catskills where they both worked during the summer of 1943. After marrying, they moved to Rochester, New York where Aaron began his medical career and Marilyn started a promising career as a mezzo soprano.

In the early 1950’s they moved to Boston. Marilyn continued to sing at local venues in Boston throughout the 1950’s and early 1960’s. She also studied at Northeastern University, and earned a Bachelor’s Degree cum laude from Pine Manor College.

Along with her husband, she shared a passion for literature, music, and movies. She was a voracious reader and, in her later years, ran a contemporary fiction book club at the Newton Free Library. She also loved travel and she and Aaron spent much time rambling through Europe – Spain was her favorite destination.

Aaron passed away in 2016. Marilyn is survived by her daughter Julie and her husband Paul Dansereau of Boston, her sister-in-law, Beatrice Donovan of Evanston, Illinois, as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

A funeral service for Marilyn will be held at 10:00 am at Newton Cemetery Chapel, 791 Walnut Street, Newton Centre, MA on Thursday, October 17, 2019. Visitation at the cemetery chapel prior to service from 9:00-9:45 am. There will be a reception immediately following the service at the Miller residence in Newton Centre.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Doctors Without Borders or The Newton Free Library.

Ruth (Reiser) Wechsler, of Weston, MA passed away on October 6, 2019 at the age of 90. She had a smile that lit up every room. Ruth was intelligent, athletic, disciplined, and beautiful. A woman of indomitable will and remarkable energy, she became a champion tennis player in her youth, ranking 1st in the Eastern U.S. for girls 16 and under. She chose to pursue higher education over professional tennis, however, entering Brooklyn College at age 16, where she studied to become a teacher. Later, at a time when few women earned graduate degrees or worked outside the home, Ruth received her PhD in psychology from New York University and became a practicing child psychologist, working as a diagnostician in public school systems and clinics in Massachusetts and Connecticut. In 1949, she married Harry C. Wechsler; their union would last more than 68 years and produce three children and five grandchildren. Ruth and Harry traveled extensively; patronized the arts, especially the Boston Symphony Orchestra; and were known among their large circle of friends for their elegance, generosity, and marvelous dinner parties. Ruth’s loving heart, steadfast morality, and respect for all she met was deeply appreciated and will be long remembered.

Ruth is survived by her daughters, Mia Doron of Durham, NC; Dana Linden of New York, NY; and Sharon Jacques of Oakland, CA; her sons-in-law, Scott Doron, Lawrence Linden, and Michael Jacques; and her grandchildren, Lily Doron, Tess Linden, Maya Linden, Anna Craig, and Nathan Jacques. A small graveside service for immediate family was held Tuesday Oct. 8, 2019 at the Beit Olam East Cemetery.

Service at the Wilson Chapel, 234 Herrick Rd., Newton Centre, MA on Sunday, October 13, 2019 at 10:30 am. Burial to follow at Zviller cemetery, 776 Baker St., West Roxbury, MA.

Phyllis Bram-of Hingham, on October 9, 2019.Graveside services on Wednesday,October 16, 2019 at  1:00 pm,Wellwood Cemetery, Pinelawn Road, Farmingdale, Long Island, NY

FREEDMAN, Miriam of Newton, passed away Oct 6, 2019, age 91.

Elementary school teacher and watercolor artist.

Beloved wife of the late Nathan Freedman for 56 years. Devoted Mother of Joel Freedman and his wife Ann Risso of Lincoln, Daniel Freedman of Boston, and Dina Freedman of Wellesley. Loving bubbe to Isabel Freedman and David Freedman. Private service will be held at Lindwood Memorial Park, Randolph. Shiva will be observed at the home of Joel and Ann on Saturday, October 12, 2019 from  2-5 pm.  Donations in Miriam’s memory may be made to The Sharing Foundation (sharingfoundation.org) or the Cape Cod Art Center (capecodartcenter.org).

Silverstein, Ann (Wallerstein)

Age 93, of Newton, MA, passed away peacefully on October 3, 2019. Born and raised in Richmond, Virginia, Ann moved away to earn a B.A. from University of Michigan and study at Bank Street College of Education in New York. While living in New York, she met and in 1950 married Joseph Lee Silverstein, Jr., a lawyer from Charleston, West Virginia. The couple lived in several different cities, including Chicago, while raising two daughters. After her husband’s untimely death in 1968, Ann moved back to Richmond. A firm believer in social justice, she taught preschool children of all races at the Hyde Park Neighborhood Club in Chicago, at Grace House in Richmond, and at the Medical College of Virginia. In the 1970’s, she completed an M.A. in Early Childhood Education from Goddard College in Vermont. After her retirement from teaching, she worked at Beth Ahabah Museum & Archives in Richmond, where she helped researchers learn about the area’s Jewish community. Ann avidly followed current events by reading at least two newspapers each day, cutting out articles that interested her, and sending numerous packets of clippings to those who were close to her. Concerts, museums, adult education courses, and daily swims and walks (preferably with a beloved dog), kept her in good health into her 90’s. In 2000, she moved to the Lasell Village Senior Community in Newton to live near her daughter, Clara, who survives her. She is also survived by Clara’s husband, George Schnee, and their children, Jordan and Martha. Her daughter, Janet, predeceased her. She also leaves many cousins and close friends. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Donations in her memory may be made to Beth Ahabah Museum & Archives, 1121 West Franklin St., Richmond, VA 23220, or to the charity of your choice.

DROPKIN, Martin B. Age 87, of Wayland, passed away on October 2, 2019.  Beloved father of Keith and his wife Shelley, Joseph and his wife Suzanne, and Lauren.  Survived by his loving partner, Nancy Matza and her family.  Adored grandfather of Stephen, Korey, David, Eliana, Nate, Lia, and Maxi.  Dedicated attorney 55+ years in Somerville.  Services on Monday, October 7, 2019 at 11:30 am at Hebrew College, 160 Herrick Rd., Newton Centre, MA, followed by interment at Puritan Mt. Sinai Cemetery, 776 Baker St., West Roxbury, MA. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center Office of Development, P.O. Box 27106, New York, NY 10087 with “Martin Dropkin” in the memo, or online at https://giving.mskcc.org, check “Make this an honor or memorial gift”.

Avram Kalisky, of Lincoln, Massachusetts, died peacefully on September 30, 2019 at the age of 92. He is survived by his wife of 69 years, Esther F. (Sotenberg) Kalisky, his three children, Lyvia of Jerusalem, Ilona of Waltham, and Matthew Kalisky of Newton, and his two grandchildren, Zara and Coltrane Kalisky-Tetreault, both of Waltham. He was born in New York City and graduated from the Bronx High School of Science. He joined the U.S. Navy during World War II. After his discharge, he volunteered for the Israeli Navy. He rejoined the Israeli Navy after his marriage. He graduated from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology with a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering and later obtained a Masters from Northeastern University. He resided in Sudbury, Massachusetts until 1972 when he went to Israel with his family. He and his wife have lived in Lincoln since 1994. In lieu of flowers, donations in Avram’s memory may be made to the Lincoln Council on Aging, 15 Bedford Road, Lincoln, MA 01773.

Stanley Rosenblat-of Brighton, on September 29,2019.Private graveside service with Military Honors will be held at Sharon Memorial Park.