Archive: August, 2019

Earl Fleegler, a retired hand surgeon and resident of Plymouth, MA, died on August 3, 2019 at the age of 79 while surrounded by his family.

Earl is survived by his son Eric, daughter-in-law Marisa, brother Harvey, grandchildren Joshua, Naomi and Sonia, and wife Nancy Cetlin. He is predeceased by his first wife Kathy and his son Michael.

Earl was born in Philadelphia on October 29, 1939 to Harry and Florence Fleegler. He graduated from Franklin and Marshall College in 1961 with a degree in Biology and then attended medical school at Jefferson Medical College, graduating in 1965. He trained in general surgery at Temple University and then pursued a fellowship in plastic surgery at Allegheny General Hospital and further training in hand surgery in Arizona.  He practiced his profession in Cleveland, OH from 1973 to 1995 initially in private practice and then at the Cleveland Clinic, where he was the division chief of hand surgery.  In 1995 he and Kathy moved to Ambler, PA where he continued to practice hand surgery in private practice and as a Professor and faculty member of the Department of Surgery at Rutgers University and the Newark VA. He was a world-renowned surgeon with an unparalleled experience in the treatment of hand tumors and complex hand surgery.  During his career he edited the definitive book “Tumors of the Hand and Upper Limb” and wrote several journal articles and book chapters on a variety of topics in hand surgery.  He was also recognized as a patient teacher of several generations of plastic surgery residents. He retired in 2014.

Earl was a devoted father, husband and grandfather who enjoyed his life-long passion of fly fishing – one sparked by a course given to him by Kathy. He spent a lifetime designing and tying his own flies, building bamboo fly rods, traveling around the country and the world on fishing expeditions, painting his catches in vibrant watercolors, and writing articles about the subject for fishing magazines. He was a naturalist who loved spending time outdoors. He was an observant Jew who delighted in learning about Jewish history and the Kabbalah.

In his retirement, Earl greatly enjoyed spending time with his three beloved grandchildren. He will be deeply missed by his friends, family, and all who knew him.

Service is scheduled for 11 a.m. on Tuesday August 6^th at Temple Beth Shalom located at 670 Highland Avenue in Needham.  Burial will follow at Shara Tfilo Cemetery located at 776 Baker Street, West Roxbury. A memorial reception following interment at the home of Colleen Monaghan, Minyan at 7pm. Shiva Wednesday and Thursday at the home of Drs. Eric and Marisa Fleegler 5-8 pm, Minyan at 7pm.

Donations and condolences may be made in Earl’s memory to either the Catskill Fly Fishing Center & Museum at https://cffcm.com or Project Healing Waters Fly Fishing at https://projecthealingwaters.org.

Sarah Shefer 10/6/1926 – 07/31/2019 (Age 92)

Sarah Shefer lost her battle to recover from a stroke on July 31, 2019, two months before her 93^rd birthday. Sarah was born in Tel Aviv, Israel, to Rachel and Alexander Porath. She attended Hebrew University of Jerusalem, where she majored in chemistry. After her graduation, she served as an officer in the scientific corps in the war of independence of Israel (1948-1949). During the war, Sarah met Joshua Shefer. Joshua and Sarah married in the autumn of 1950. In the early 1950s, Sarah and Joshua went to London, where they both completed PhD degrees, she in Biochemistry and he in Electrical Engineering.  Shortly after returning to Israel, Joshua accepted an assignment in the Diplomatic Service and they returned to London in the late 1950’s.  In order to pursue post-graduate studies, the family moved to Boston in April of 1960. In the mid 1960’s, the family moved to New Jersey to pursue professional opportunities.

Sarah began her career as a biochemist at the New York Public Health Research Institute. In 1979, Sarah joined the faculty of the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey. There she worked on original research in biochemistry—in addition to mentoring graduate students—until her retirement in 2003.

Sarah’s immediate family includes Joshua, her beloved husband for 70 wonderful years; her loving children, Ruth (Earl), David and Abigail (Donald); her devoted grandchildren, Alex (Carolina), Michael (Roxanne), Jordan, and Megan; and her brother, Nachum (Ruth), who lives in Israel.  She greatly enjoyed spending time with her family and friends—whether that meant cruising over numerous oceans, enjoying their second home in the US Virgin Islands, helping her grandchildren with homework, or conquering the New York Times crossword puzzles. A voracious reader of newspapers and mysteries, Sarah loved to discuss world affairs and share stories of her countless adventures abroad.

On Sunday, August 4th, there will be a graveside service at Sharon Memorial Park at 10:45 am. Family and friends are invited to Joshua’s home (1 Huntington Ave, apt 1503, Boston) for a light lunch starting at 1:00 pm.

Contributions in Sarah’s memory may be made to Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital, Charlestown, MA (https://spauldingrehab.org/giving

Natalie “Nessie” (Kaplan) Baron, of Weston, formerly of Waltham, on July 30, 2019. Beloved wife of the late Herbert Baron. Devoted mother of Audrey Kennen (Steven) and James Baron (Andrea). Cherished grandmother of Joshua, Michaela, and Jared. Dear sister of Edward Kaplan, Donald Kaplan, and the late Howard Kaplan. Services at Temple Beth Israel, 25 Harvard St., Waltham, Friday, August 2, 2019 at 11:00 am. Interment at Beth Israel Memorial Park, Waltham. Memorial observance will be held at the home of James and Andrea Baron on Friday following services until 8:00 pm continuing on Sunday and Monday from 3-8 pm. There will be a Minyan service each evening at 7:00 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations in Nessie’s memory may be made to Temple Beth Israel or to the Dana Farber Cancer Institute, PO Box 849168, Boston, MA 02284.

Doris Small Cohen, age 98, died on Tuesday, July 30th, 2019 at Orchard Cove, Canton, MA. She is predeceased by her beloved husband, Myer S. Cohen.  She is survived by her devoted daughters Bonnie Press (Jon) and Roberta Bass, her grandchildren Juliana, Daniel (Jen), Jesse (Meegan), Evan (partner Abby), and great-grandson, Finn.

Our family is grateful for the loving and exceptional care provided by the Orchard Cove Staff. Graveside service at Sharon Memorial Park, 40 Dedham St., Sharon, MA on Friday, August 2, 2019 at 1:45 pm. Shiva immediately following services at Orchard Cove until 7:30 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hebrew Senior Life, 1 Del Pond Drive, Canton, MA 02021 www.hebrewseniorlife.org/giving

Born in Jinzhou, China, and resident of Newton, MA, passed away on July 29, 2019. Beloved wife of Dr. Glen Raffel. Dear daughter of Youkun Quan and the late Guoying Chen. Devoted and proud mother of Talia and Max Raffel. Loving sister of Xin and Tong Chen. Feng graduated Peking University, achieved her doctorate at MIT and completed her post-doctoral study at Harvard. She was former Editor-in-Chief for Molecular Cell, and director and executive publisher for American Chemical Society. Service at Temple Shalom, 175 Temple St., Newton, MA on Wednesday, July 31, 2019 at 1:30 pm. Shiva observance will begin following services at Temple Shalom, with Minyan at 5:30 pm. Shiva will continue at the family home Thursday 4–7 pm with Minyan at 6:30 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations in Feng’s memory may be made to the American Cancer Society.

Harold M. Trager-of Needham, on July 27, 2019.For over 60 years he was the beloved husband of Verna (Shaer) Trager. Dear son of the late Abraham “Al” Trager and Helen (Koor) Trager. Devoted father of Marcy Poirier and her husband Robert, and Lawrence Trager. Loving grandfather of Tyler Poirier and his wife Shannon, Danielle, Lauren, Aidan, Jaelin,and the late Jordan Poirier. Cherished great-grandfather of Elijah. Services at The Wilson Chapel, 234 Herrick Rd., Newton Centre, on Tuesday, July 30, 2019 at 1:00 pm.Following interment at Sharon Memorial Park, family and friends are invited to the Newton Marriott, 2345 Commonwealth Ave., Newton until 8:00 pm.Harold was a kind and gentle man with a big heart always available to his family and his wonderful friends. A very special thank you to the Stanley Tippett Hospice Home in Needham.

Joseph Bennett Feinstein, 90, Boston born and bred, died surrounded by family on July 25, 2019. Son of I. Albert and Fannie Feinstein, of blessed memory. Youngest sibling of Bernice (Sam) Goldstein, Macy Feinstein, and Steve Feinstein, survived by sisters-in-law Anita Feinstein and Zip Feinstein. He was a lifelong Boston sports fan and was especially excited when the Red Sox finally broke the curse. He graduated from Cornell University in 1949. He raised his family in Newton, MA. He was a longtime member of Temple Emanuel in Newton where he served as President of the Brotherhood and oversaw volunteer efforts at Sunday’s Bread Food Pantry. He then lived for many years on Cape Cod in the house he called “my grandchildren’s dream.” He and his beloved wife recently celebrated 60 years of wedded bliss. He is survived by his devoted wife, Lilo Feinstein, daughters Deborah (David) Oleshansky, Vicki Borten, and Lori (Alex) Riseman, grandchildren Ben, Bryna and Raeruth Oleshansky, Lilli and Andrew Dale, Ariel, Sophia and Matthew Riseman, Eisik, Ross, Simeon, and Joshua Borten. Graveside service officiated by Rabbi Louis Polisson at 3:00 pm on Monday, July 29, 2019 at Beit Olam East Cemetery, 42 Concord Rd, Wayland. Please make donations in his memory to the charity of your choice. 

Arthur Orenberg of Lexington, MA died peacefully at home with his children by his side on July 26, 2019. He was the beloved husband of the late Annabelle (Ellis) Orenberg for 66 years and the loving brother of the late Naomi (Orenberg) Cherny,  the late George Orenberg, and the late Sumner Orenberg.

Arthur was born in Roxbury, MA. He graduated from Boston Latin School, and after serving in the US Navy, graduated from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Arthur worked at RCA and was instrumental in creating the Atomic Clock and the automation of Disneyworld. He later established his own consulting company in energy management.

Arthur was a devoted father to his daughters, Joan Orenberg of Florida, Ellen Chertov and her husband Leny of West Roxbury, and his late son Robert Orenberg. He was the adored grandpa of Mick, Alex and Jessica and the proud uncle of many nieces and nephews.

Arthur was a founding member of Temple Emunah and a long-time member of the Brotherhood. He passed his great love of music, scrabble and parchisi to his children and grandchildren, and enjoyed season tickets to the Red Sox for many years.

Funeral services on Sunday, July 28, 2019 at 10:00 am at Temple Emunah, 9 Piper Rd., Lexington, MA, followed by interment at Anshei Sfard Cemetery, 776 Baker St., West Roxbury, MA.

Shiva will be at the home of Ellen and Leny Chertov, 116 Mt. Vernon St., West Roxbury, immediately following the interment until 8:00 pm, Minyan at 7:30 pm.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to CareDimensions at www.caredimensions.org or to Temple Emunah,9 Piper Rd., Lexington, MA.

Marcus “Marc” G. Karel, PhD, formerly of Newton, MA, died on July 25, 2019 at a hospice house in Lincoln, MA. He was 91 years old. Holocaust survivor, immigrant, beloved son, brother, husband, father and uncle; inspiring professor, brilliant researcher, respected author, colleague, mentor, friend- Marc Karel was all of these.

Marc was the elder of two children born to David and Cila (Lipschutz) Karel in Lvov, Poland (now Lviv, Ukraine) in 1928. David Karel, along with his brothers, created and successfully ran a small chain of women’s clothing stores in Lvov.

War arrived in Poland in 1939: the family business was lost, relatives scattered – most were murdered. During the worst period, Marc, his younger sister Rena and their parents together spent the last 22 months of the war in hiding. To say they were often hungry would be an understatement; that they survived is miraculous.

After the war, Marc and his family moved westward, eventually immigrating to the United States, where they settled in Newton, just outside of Boston. Marc completed his bachelor’s degree (1955) at Boston University and doctorate (1960) at Massachusetts Institute of Technology.

In 1956 Marc met the love of his life, Carolyn Frances Weeks, a graduate of the University of Massachusetts at Amherst, and two years later they married. Together, Marc and Cal raised four children and welcomed four grandchildren into their family. In 2008, on the eve of their ‘golden’ wedding anniversary, these were some of the words Marc wrote to his wife: “…. no money in the world can buy what we have given each other for fifty years… ”

In America, Marc achieved his childhood dream of becoming an engineer. Marc began his long career at MIT as a laboratory assistant and graduate student in 1951 and rose quickly to become a tenured Professor of Chemical and Food Engineering in the Department of Chemical Engineering. Eventually he became a Professor Emeritus there.

After MIT closed its Food Science department in 1988, Marc was invited to join the Chemical Engineering department as State of New Jersey Professor of Food Science at Rutgers University in 1989; he transitioned to Emeritus status there also, in 1996.

Marc is known and respected worldwide for his work in food engineering, food processing, and the physical chemistry of foods. His long and celebrated career took him to lecture, collaborate or consult on four continents.

Here, perhaps, is the secret of his success: among Marc’s most important skills were the ability to build teams, manage people (gently), nurture talent, and create a family environment. This is why Marc was so beloved by his colleagues and students.

Marc received many awards and honorary doctorates, but the one he was most proud of was given to him early in his career in 1970: the First William V. Cruess Award for Excellence in Teaching, from the Institute of Food Technologists.

Marc’s exceptional abilities as a teacher and mentor are clearly reflected in the achievements of his former graduate students – many of them went on to great success in academia and industry around the world.

When he wasn’t teaching, writing, researching, consulting (NASA, Pillsbury, M&M Mars, Du Pont, and many others) or spending time with his family, Marc enjoyed reading fiction and non-fiction, traveling near and far, swimming, cross-country skiing, and hiking (he was a proud member of the Appalachian Mountain Club’s Four Thousand Footer Club). In his younger days, he was also known to enjoy an occasional glass of scotch.

Highly educated, multi-lingual (Polish, Russian, German, Hebrew, and English), world traveler, a lover of the arts (museums, theatre, music, films), generous and kind-hearted; Marc Karel was many things, but he was never pretentious or boring!

Marc is survived by his wife of almost 61 years, Carolyn Frances (Weeks) Karel; son Steven Karel (Lizbeth Hedstrom) of Auburndale, daughters Karen Karel of Waltham and Debra Karel Nardone (Mark Nardone) of Holliston; four grandchildren: Amanda Nardone, Kristen Nardone, Emma Griffith and Bennet Karel; sister Rena Carmel, niece Julia Carmel, and great-nephew David Carmel, all of Newton Highlands; Leslie Griffith of Weston (mother of Emma and Ben); nephew James Weeks, Jr. and family, and niece Sharon Weeks Mancini and family, all of Utah. Marc was predeceased by his parents, by his brother-in-law James Weeks and sister-in-law Jean Weeks, and by his eldest daughter Linda L. Karel, MD.

Funeral arrangements were private. A celebration of Marc’s life will take place later this year. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Red Cross.

Diane, known as “Dee” by many of her friends and loved ones, passed away peacefully on July 11, 2019 in Peabody, MA.

Dee was born in New York in February, 1928. She attended The College of Idaho and then transferred to Simmons College of Boston, where she received a Library Science degree. She began her career as a children’s librarian before putting aside her career to lovingly raise four children.  She was an avid artisan of craftwork and her creations varied from beaded flower arrangements and hand-sewn traditional American quilts to knitted clothing. Beginning in the 1960s, Dee was actively involved with Temple Israel of Boston, tirelessly volunteering in many ways over the years.

In the 1980s, Dee began working for Operation Able, a non-profit organization providing training and employment services for job seekers. Dee had a keen intellect and was a skilled player of contract and duplicate bridge, and she enjoyed sharing her knowledge by teaching bridge classes.

Dee was the loving sister to Charna and Alan; loving mother to Dan, Michael, Dave, and Janet; loving mother-in-law to Lauren, Shannon, and Dan; loving grandmother to Jenny, Alex, Rebecca, Samuel, Arielle, Alex, and Jacob; and loving great-grandmother to Mia, Lola, and Isla.

A celebration of Dee’s life will be held at a later date. Contact the Brezniak Rodman Funeral Home in Newton, MA for further information. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Operation ABLE, 174 Portland Street, 5th Floor, Boston, MA 02114, https://operationable.net/donate or American Brain Foundation, 201 Chicago Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55415, https://www.americanbrainfoundation.org/

Gustman, Janice F. (Reiter), of Hanover, NH, on July 22, 2019. Beloved wife of Alan Gustman. Devoted mother of Sam Gustman and his wife Jana, Evelyn Gustman, and Mara Sherman and her husband Rob. Proud grandmother of Justine, Rayna, Jake, Josee, and Gus. Loving sister of Barry Reiter. In addition to raising her family, Janice was active in the Upper Valley Jewish Community Public Schools, and at “David’s House.” You could often find her volunteering time at the “Pink Smock” at the Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center. The friendships Janice forged with “Playgroup” and throughout the community, were at the center of the family life. The last 17 years have been solely dedicated to her beautiful grandchildren. Services are private. Donations in Janice’s memory may be made to the Jack Byrne Center for Palliative + Hospice Care, 154 Hitchcock Loop Rd., Lebanon, NH 03756, or the Norris Cotton Cancer Center, 1 Medical Center Dr., Lebanon, NH 03756. The family would like to extend their gratitude to the staff at Norris Cotton Cancer Center, and the Jack Byrne Center for the care and support she received throughout her illness.

Kurt J.Isselbacher- Physician-Scientist of Newton and Woods Hole, MA, on July 18, 2019. Beloved husband of the late Rhoda Solin Isselbacher. Devoted father of Dr. Kate Isselbacher and her husband, Dr. Alan Epstein, Jody Isselbacher, Esq., Dr. Eric Isselbacher and his wife, Dr. Anne Becker, and the late Lisa Isselbacher and her surviving husband Juan Ramirez. Cherished grandfather of Alexandra Epstein and her husband William Gordon, Jennifer Coukos, Brian Isselbacher, Andrew (AJ) Coukos, Adam Isselbacher, and Juliet, Isabel and Henry Isselbacher. And cherished great-grandfather of Maya and Scarlett Gordon. Services at Temple Reyim, 1860 Washington Street, Newton, MA, on Sunday, July 21, 2019 at 9:00 AM. Interment in the Woods Hole Village Cemetery, 22 Church Street, Woods Hole at 1:30 PM. Memorial observance at his Newton residence Monday and Tuesday 6-9 PM. In lieu of flowers, remembrances to The Massachusetts General Hospital Cancer Center, 149 13th St., Charlestown, MA 02129.

Robert Edward Epstein, age 93, of Delray Beach,FL passed away on July 12, 2019. Beloved husband of the late Marilyn Epstein; Cherished uncle of Richard (Jane) Feinberg, Stephen Feinberg, Arthur (Karen) Feinberg, and James Feinberg. Service at  Sharon Memorial Park Chapel, 40 Dedham St., Sharon, MA, Wednesday, July 17, 2019 at 12:00 noon. Donations may be made to the Wounded Warriors.

Sheila M. (Waldman) Sacks, of Newton, on July 11, 2019. Beloved wife of the late Aaron H. Sacks. Devoted mother of Donna Sacks, Joan Rosenthal (David), Nancy Dissinger, Cheryl Sacks O’Toole (John), and the late Jeffrey Sacks. Dear grandmother of Jaclyn, Masha, and Victor Rosenthal, Amanda and Alyssa Dissinger, and Matthew and Rebecca Sacks. Great-grandmother of Mason Michael Warner. Services at the Sharon Memorial Park Chapel, 40 Dedham St., Sharon, Sunday, July 14, 2019 at 2:00 pm. Following services, memorial observance will be held in the Community Room at The Towers, 250 Hammond Pond Parkway, South Building – 14^th floor, Chestnut Hill, until 8:00 pm. Remembrances may be made to Chelsea Jewish Lifecare, 165 Captain’s Row, Chelsea, MA 02150.

Jane Ann Chartor, of Malden, unexpectedly on June 25, 2019. Beloved daughter of the late Meyer and Celia (Freedman) Chartor. Dear first cousin of Margery Gilbert Pell of Framingham, Carolyn Chartor Goodman of Sharon, and Dr. Joseph Chartor of Framingham. Services at Agudath Israel Cemetery, 776 Baker St., West Roxbury, Thursday, July 11, 2019 at 2:00 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations in Jane’s memory may be made to a charity of choice.

Selma Durschlag, age 90, of Brockton, July 6, 2019. Daughter of the late Martin Brown and Molly Mordzinsky Brown. Wife of the late Alexander J. Durschlag. Predeceased by her brother Irwin Brown. Loving mother of Ellen Snyder (Larry) and Mark Durschlag (Roberta). Grandmother of Jayme Snyder, Erica Snyder (Matthew Kowalski), Lindsey Adler (Graig), David Durschlag (Anna) and Hannah Denton (Richard). Great- grandmother of Elijah Durschlag and Eitan Denton.

Graveside service at Beth Moses Cemetery, Farmingdale, NY, Tuesday, July 9, 2019 at 1:00 pm.

In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Selma may be made to: Alzheimer’s Association, PO Box 96011, Washington, DC 20090-6011.

Noah Elan Marcus, age 22, of Newton, on July 3, 2019. Beloved son of Jeffrey Neil Marcus and Susan Beth Nitkin. Loving brother of Caleb and Joanna Marcus. Cherished grandson of Barbara Nathan Marcus and Robert Marcus, the late Helen Ruth Schwarz, and the late Ralph Nitkin, Pearl Cahn and Herbert Cahn. Noah is survived by many aunties, uncles, cousins, and many people who cared about him deeply in life and miss him.

Noah was a brave and beautiful person, loving and kind, and he had a questioning mind and a unique sense of humor that helped many people see the world differently. We are all better people because our lives have been touched by Noah. He brought his tender heart, sweet soul, and loving true self to his family, teachers, and all those who loved him. The earth was graced by his presence.

Service at Temple Reyim, 1860 Washington St., Newton, MA, on Sunday, July 7, 2019 at 10:00 am. Interment to follow at Staro Konstatinov Cemetery, 776 Baker St., West Roxbury, MA. Mincha Minyan at the home of Susan Nitkin and Jeffrey Marcus on Sunday at 5:00 pm. Shiva Minyan Monday through Thursday at 7:30 pm.

In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Noah Elan Marcus may be made to:  New England Yachad, 384 Harvard St., Brookline, MA 02446 www.yachad.org/newengland/donate, NAMI-Massachusetts 529 Main St. #1M17, Boston, MA, 02129 www.namimass.org, or Asperger/Autism Network (AANE), 51 Water St. #206, Watertown, MA 02472  www.aane.org.

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Lisa Robinson-July 5, 2019.Services pending.

Charles Chase-Of Newton, July 5, 2019.Services are private.

ENTREPRENEUR, ACTIVE MEMBER OF THE JEWISH COMMUNITY, JOKE TELLER, AND FRIEND TO MANY

Arnold “Arnie” Irving Sager of Danvers, age 86, passed away on Tuesday, July 2, 2019.  Son of the late Bessie and Morton Sager. Brother of the late Rebecca Whitney and the Late Lillian Green. Loving husband of Barbara L. Sager for 66 incredible years.  Devoted father of Bobby Sager and his wife Elaine Sager, David Sager and his late husband Brian Churchill, and Ronald Sager.  Proud and loving grandfather to Shane Sager, Cole Sager, Tess Sager and her fiancé Patrick Hogan. 

US Army Veteran, entrepreneur, and a leader in Jewish communities in both Massachusetts and Florida with roles ranging from President of the synagogue to board member to producer of the annual musical.

Funeral services will be held on Sunday, July 7^th at 2pm at Temple Tiferet Shalom, 489 Lowell Street, Peabody, MA 01960. Immediately after services the burial will be held at Lebanon Tifereth Israel Cemetery, Peabody, MA 01960.

Shiva will be at the home of Bobby and Elaine Sager on Monday and Tuesday from 2:00pm-9:00pm.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made in his name to the Lenny Zakim Fund, 33 Arch St. 26th Fl, Boston, MA 02110 www.thelennyzakimfund.org.

Naomi Mahlowitz

of Wellesley, formerly of Newton, and Belmont. Mother of 4, grandmother of 11, and great-grandmother of 3. Naomi was a sweet and loving matriarch with a positive and rosy outlook and an amazing sense of humor. She loved spending time with her family. She passed peacefully with her family by her side on July 3, 2019, one week before her 97th birthday. Devoted mother of Susan Mammola, Carol Edelman and her husband David, Donna DeWallace and her husband Gray, and David Mahlowitz and his wife Vicki. Loving grandmother of Diane Mammola, Debrah Cenci and her husband Michael, Elycia, Aaron and his wife Samantha, Michelle and Debra Edelman, Grayson and Cameron DeWallace, and Rebecca, Erika, and Cole Mahlowitz. Proud great-grandmother of Dahni, Gemma, and Sophia Cenci. Service at Sharon Memorial Park, 40 Dedham St., Sharon, MA on Friday, July 5, 2019 at 2:00 pm. Following services, memorial observance will be at the home of Carol and David Edelman until 8 pm, continuing on Monday, July 8, from 6-9 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations in Naomi’s memory may be made to the Carroll Center for the Blind, 770 Centre St., Newton, MA 02458, or Buddy Dog Humane Society, 151 Boston Post Rd., Sudbury, MA 01776.

Rosenburg, Dorothy, of Hingham, formerly of Delray Beach, FL, on July 3, 2019. Beloved wife of the late Sydney Rosenburg. Devoted mother of Jerry Rosenburg and his wife Roz, Barry Rosenburg and his wife Linda, Robin Gove and her husband Edward, and the late Joan Crossley and her surviving husband Robert. Also survived by 8 grandchildren and 12 great- grandchildren. Services are private. Shiva will be at the home of Barry and Linda Rosenburg on Sunday, July 7, 2019 from 3-5 pm and 6-8 pm. In lieu of flowers remembrances to a charity of your choice.

Of Brookline, MA. Died on July 1, 2019 at age 82 after a heroic battle with neck cancer. Devoted husband of Evelyn (Gliksman) Berman. Loving father of Brian Berman, Amy Berman & husband Steve Krauss, and Andy Berman & wife Tisha (Ajimine) Berman. Adored “Papa” of Tyler & Reed Berman and Caitlyn Krauss. Beloved brother of Joseph Berman & wife Ruth, Marc Berman & wife Harriet Kodis, and the late Fred Gliksman & wife Charlotte. Dear uncle and cousin to many nieces, nephews and cousins. Inspiration to countless students he mentored during his 30+ years as a professor and advisor at Tufts Dental School. Giving friend and neighbor to so many who shared his giving spirit. Proud graduate of Harvard College (‘58) and Harvard Dental School (‘62). Graveside Service at Sharon Memorial Park,40 Dedham St. Sharon, MA (gather at the administration building) on Wednesday, July 3,2019 at 10:45 am. Following the service, memorial observance will be held at his residence until 8:00pm and on Thursday from 1-8 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a charity of your choice or to Dana-Farber Cancer Institute in memory of Kenneth Berman to support cancer research and patient care at www.dana-farber.org/gift.

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Judith Ellen Blumsack,74, currently of Sarasota, FL, passed away June 26, 2019. She was the daughter of Ruth and Walter Steiner of Brookline, MA. She received a business degree from Boston University. Judy was married to her devoted husband, Joel Blumsack of Lynn, MA for 54 years. She was preceded in death by her son, Craig.

She is survived by her sister and brother-in-law, Linda and William Lichtman and their children Joe and his wife Jen and Seth and his wife Pam. She is survived by her husband Joel, son Todd, daughter-in-law Laurie and grandchildren Connor and Aidan. An integral part of the Blumsack family, Judy was predeceased by her sister-in-law Sheila Abel and is survived by her brother-in-law Jerry and their children Lisa and Ron. A woman beloved by her family and friends for her caring soul, giving heart, compassion and feisty spirit. Her life was marked by her commitment to  life, family and friends. She will be dearly missed.

Service at Sharon Memorial Park, 40 Dedham St., Sharon, MA (gather at administration building), Monday, July 1, 2019 at 11:45 am. In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be made to Alzheimer’s Association, 309 Waverly Oaks Rd., Waltham, MA 02452.

Charlotte (Fox) Shrier-of Newton, on June 27, 2019.Beloved wife of the late Sidney H. Shrier. Devoted mother of Lolly Fox Shrier,Scott Shrier and his wife Joan,and Jodi Shrier Savill. Proud grandmother of Alison, Olivia, Tristan, Jason  and  his wife Hannah, Elizabeth, Alexander, and great-grandmother of Violet Rogers. Loving sister of the late Eleanor Litman and Harvey Fox.

Graveside service at 10:45 am on Sunday, June 30, 2019 at Sharon Memorial Park, 40 Dedham St., Sharon, MA. Shiva following service at the home of Scott and Joan Shrier until 8 pm.

Dr. Harry Reiss of Concord, MA, formerly of Manhattan and New Rochelle, New York, passed away at the age of 94 on Monday, June 24, 2019.

The youngest of twelve children, Harry was born in Toronto to Rose (Roth) and Avigdor Reiss. He attended medical school at the University of Toronto where he met his wife, Ruthetta Kaplan. The couple were married in 1949. After completing residencies in general medicine and psychiatry, Harry trained in psychoanalysis at Columbia Psychoanalytic.  He served as Captain in the U.S. Air Force in St. John’s, Newfoundland where the couple’s two children were born. He worked as a psychiatrist with extraordinary care and empathy in New York for almost 60 years.  His office was a few blocks from the Metropolitan Museum; he loved to spend time there, instilling a love for art and and appreciation of world civilizations in his family. Harry was also an avid tennis player, and a gardener who prided himself on his tomatoes. He loved to give tours of his garden, teach visitors botanical names, and recruit their help in weeding, mulching and harvesting.

Harry is survived by his wife of 70 years, Ruthetta (Kaplan) Reiss. He leaves his children Rosemary (Avner Ash) and Jonathan (Micki) and his grandchildren Alexandra Ash (Michael Pearlstein-Gluck), Ellie Ash, Teddy Reiss and Sophia Reiss. He is survived by one brother, Irving Reiss of Toronto.   He also leaves behind many loving nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Stacy Berloff, 42, of Brookline (formerly of Framingham) passed away peacefully after a long and courageous battle, surrounded and adored by her loving family. She was the beloved daughter of Myra and Howard Berloff and loving sister of Andrea Berloff and brother-in-law, Drew Filus. She cherished her niece and nephew, Sasha and Dashiell, enjoyed the love and support of her aunts and uncles and several cousins, and was profoundly grateful for the companionship of her faithful service dog, Billy.

She was a graduate of Framingham High School and attended Boston University and UMass Boston. Those who knew Stacy were struck by her strength and grace as she battled significant health issues for more than 30 years. She was a fierce advocate for the rights of people with disabilities and worked with numerous organizations in the city of Boston to assure equal access for all. Her legacy will impact people for years to come.

Services at Congregation Or Atid, 97 Concord Rd., Wayland, on Wednesday, June 26, 2019 at 2:00 pm. Interment will follow at Beit Olam East Cemetery, 42 Concord Rd., Wayland. Following the funeral, shiva will be observed at the family home until 7:00 pm and will continue on Thursday, June 27, 2-4 & 7-9 pm, and Friday, June 28, from 2-4 pm.

Stacy will be forever missed by her family and friends. For those who would like, donations in Stacy’s memory may be made to the NEADS service dog program, PO Box 1100, Princeton, MA 01541, www.neads.org.

Jack Tishler, of Hyde Park, on June 23, 2019. Loving brother of Phyllis H. Dvorkis. Dear uncle of Alan Dvorkis and Linda Edwards. Also survived by many devoted cousins. Graveside services at the Lord Rothschild Cemetery, 776 Baker St., West Roxbury, Wednesday, June 26, 2019 at 11:30 am. Following the service Jack’s family will receive visitors at West On Centre, 1732 Centre St., West Roxbury. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the New England Center and Home for Veterans, 17 Court St., Boston, MA 02108.

Melvyn Steinberg of Dedham, formerly of Boca Raton, FL and Newton, died a month before his ninety-seventh birthday. Born Melvin, he changed the spelling to that of the actor Melvyn Douglas. Adoring husband of the late Jeannette for 72 years. Born in Boston to Samuel and Bertha. Caring father of Geoffrey of Delray Beach, FL and Roberta (Avishai Shafrir) of Boston. Proud Papa of Joy (Brandon Feingold), David (Farrah), and Gina (fiancé Rich Grogan) all of FL, Doree (Matt Mira) of Los Angeles, Michael (Alyson Luck) of Westport, CT, Karen (Steve Vladeck) of Austin, TX, and Marc of NYC. Attentive Great Papa of Hannah, Eliana, Lillie, Jacob, Samuel, Madeleine, Olivia, Sydney, and Henry. Big brother of Jordan (Toby) of Singer Island, FL and the late Helen Abrahams. Brother-in-law of Rose Rosenberg.

Melvyn was a Marine Captain who served in WWII in the Philippines and China. He was a graduate of Northeastern University. A world traveler and textile exporter, he visited 89 countries. He was a long-time member of Temple Emanuel in Newton and Temple B’nai Torah in Boca Raton. He was a President of the Northeastern U. Hillel Alumni Association, a 32 degree Mason and President of Boca Lago Country Club. He played golf until he was 90, having scored three holes-in-one and up to his death looked forward to his weekly bridge games and current events discussions. Enjoy a bowl of seafood chowder at Legal’s or eat a KitKat bar and think of Mel.

Graveside service at 10:45 am on Wednesday, June 26, 2019 at Sharon Memorial Park. A luncheon will follow at the Steinberg-Shafrir residence. Shiva will continue Wednesday from 7-9 pm.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to NewBridge on the Charles, long-term care, 7000 Great Meadow Rd., Dedham, MA 02026, Northeastern University Hillel, 70 St Stephen St., Boston, MA 02115 or a charity of your choice.

Michael B. Brody, of Newton, MA, passed peacefully surrounded by his family on June 22, 2019, after a courageous fight with multiple myeloma. Beloved husband of Lisa (Allen) Brody, devoted father of Craig of Boston, Dana and his wife Lori of Sharon, and Jessica Dunn and her husband Jacob of New York. Proud grandfather of Alexandria, Barrett, Mackenzie, Derek, Mason, Sienna, and Morgan. Loving brother of Les and Amy Brody of Newton and James and Jane Brody of Summit, NJ.

Michael and Lisa were married 44 years and had a special kind of love. He was a family man who most enjoyed his time with his wife, kids, and grandkids. Michael’s passion was the company he helped build and where he worked for 46 years, M.S. Walker. As Michael always said, “Wine is fine, but liquor is quicker.”

Services at Temple Sinai, 25 Canton St., Sharon, on Tuesday, June 25, 2019 at 11:00 am. Interment will follow at Sharon Memorial Park, 40 Dedham St., Sharon. Following interment, memorial  observance will be at Temple Sinai 1:30-4:00 & 6-8 pm. Memorial observance will continue on Wednesday from 5-8 pm at the home of Lori and Dana Brody. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Dana Farber Multiple Myeloma Department, 450 Brookline Ave., Boston, MA 02215.

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Sidney I. Katz, on June 20, 2019. He was 96 and resided in Sharon, MA. Sidney was born in Brookline, MA on February 28, 1923 to Max and Augusta Katz. He graduated Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute as an engineer, was an Army veteran, and president of the family tire and auto service business, Merchants Tire Company. He is survived by his wife of 68 years, Minna (Cofman) Katz. He leaves his children Andy, Gerry (Nichole Cirillo), and Ron (Diane Hurley Katz) and his grandchildren, Jen, Ben, Alex and Mark Katz. A long-time resident of Newton Centre, as well as Sharon, Sidney was known for his boundless curiosity, his passion for woodworking, and his love for people. He’ll be missed by those whose lives he knew and touched. Services at Sharon Memorial Park Chapel, 40 Dedham St., Sharon, MA, on Monday, June 24, 2019 at 12:00 noon. Shiva will be at the home of Ron and Diane Katz following the burial until 8:00 pm, continuing Tuesday 2-7 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations in Sidney’s memory may be made to Good Shepherd Community Care (www.gscommunitycare.org).

Marx, Joan (Stecker), of Newton, MA, on June 20, 2019. Beloved wife of Frederic Marx. Dear daughter of the late Sidney and Claire Stecker. Loving sister of Howard Stecker. Services were private. In lieu of flowers, donations in Joan’s memory may be made to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, New England Chapter, 101A First Ave., Waltham, MA 02451.

On the morning of June 19, 2019, Miriam “Mimi” (Schildkraut) Uretzky, of Charlestown, Massachusetts, formerly of Dix Hills, New York, died surrounded by her family.

Mimi was born in New York in October, 1946. After college and graduate school, she taught in the New York City public schools before leaving teaching to raise her two children. After her children were in college, she found a second career in the mortgage loan industry, eventually retiring early to help take care of her three grandchildren.

Mimi loved the performing arts, and was happiest when she was performing on stage, singing for an audience, or seeing a show. In recent years, nothing gave her more joy than the time she spent with her grandchildren, helping to raise all three with an energy, warmth, and compassion that will follow them for the rest of their lives.

She made friends wherever she went, with a warm, engaging spirit. Settling in recent years in Charlestown, she quickly found a community of people of all ages that she bonded with as a friendly neighbor, an auntie, a close friend, or a surrogate mom or grandmother.

Mimi was preceded in death by her parents, Lester and Helene. She is survived by her two children, Erin and Brian; their spouses Evan and Karen; her grandchildren Nathan, Caleb, and Ryan; and her siblings Bob and Diane Schildkraut, Billie Schildkraut, and Leah and Moti Mahfouda. She also leaves behind her loving nephews, cousins, and friends.

A funeral service will be held at Congregation Or Atid, 97 Concord Road, Wayland, MA, on Sunday, June 23rd at 1:00pm, followed by a short graveside service at Beit Olam East Cemetery, 42 Concord Rd., Wayland.

SIMONE AUSTER

Of Chestnut Hill.Devoted daughter of the late Murray and Frances Auster. Loving sister of Evan Auster and his son Matthew Auster. Graveside services at The Newton Cemetery, 791 Walnut St. Newton, MA on Friday, June 21, 2019 at  10:00 am. In lieu of flowers remembrances may be made to the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network at www.pancan.org and click on “Donate Now” or send to 1500 Rosecrans Ave., Suite 200, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266

Robert Goldman, of Newton, on June 18, 2019. Beloved husband of Eleanor (Greenberg) Goldman. Devoted father of Michael Goldman and his wife Amy. Dear brother of Rosalie Shafer and her husband Bob, Marilyn Tapper and her late husband Arthur, and Sandra Perrin and her husband Donald. Also survived by many loving nieces and nephews. Services at Temple Israel, 477 Longwood Ave., Boston (parking on the Riverway), Thursday, June 20, 2019, at 11:00 am. Following interment at Sharon Memorial Park, memorial observance will be held at Temple Israel on Thursday 2-6 pm and Friday 1-3 pm. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to support dementia research and care under the direction of Dr. Seth Gale at Brigham and Women’s Hospital. Memorial gifts may be made online at www.bwhgiving.org, or checks may be made payable to Brigham and Women’s Hospital with “in memory of Robert Goldman” in the memo line and sent to: Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Development Office, 116 Huntington Ave., 3rd floor, Boston, MA 02116.

Gertrude “Gert” Goldberg, of Brookline, formerly of Brighton, passed away peacefully on June 17, 2019 in her home with family by her side. She was 101 years old. Gert was the matriarch of a large and loving family. She was first woman to give birth to triplets at Beth Israel Hospital.

Dear daughter of the late Sam and Ida (Skalsky) Sulkin. Beloved wife of the late William “Bill” Goldberg. Cherished sister of the late Billy Sulkin and late Pearlie Chamlin. Devoted mother of Richard Goldberg and his wife Ilene of Beverly, Barbara Chandler and her late husband Robby of Lexington, Judi Goldberg of Waltham, Alan Goldberg and his wife Beth of North Attleboro, and David Goldberg and his husband Chai Fu Chang of Scottsdale, AZ. Proud grandmother of Sarah Chandler, Aaron Goldberg and his fiancé Michelle DuBow, Lily Chandler, Daniel Goldberg, Rusty Chandler, Jordan Goldberg and his fiancé Rachel Park, Ariella Goldberg and her husband Jakob Sedig, Adrienne Goldberg and her partner Tim Ormerod, Lauren Goldberg and her husband Dan Parsons. Also survived by two great-grandchildren, Rafael Gell and Grant Ormerod, as well as many caring nieces and nephews.

Services at Temple Ohabei Shalom, 1187 Beacon St., Brookline, MA, on Wednesday, June 19, at 12:00 noon. Interment will follow at Sharon Memorial Park, 40 Dedham St., Sharon. Shiva will be at her home following the funeral until 7:00 pm, and will continue Thursday 1-3 & 6-8 pm and Friday 1-3 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be made to Temple Ohabei Shalom or HIAS, www.hias.org.

Donald Grossman, of Needham, passed away on June 9, 2019 at the Stanley Tippett Home in Needham with his family by his side. Beloved husband of Sheila (Koss) Grossman. Adored father of Julie Kapadia and Jaynie Martin and her husband Chris. Cherished grandfather of Jonathan and David. Dear brother of Barbara Chaiton and the late Geraldine Bailen. Also survived by caring nieces and nephews. Services at Temple Beth Shalom, 670 Highland Ave., Needham, MA, Friday, June 14, 2019, at 2:00 pm. Interment will follow in the Independent Workman’s Circle Cemetery, 776 Baker St., West Roxbury, MA. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the MSPCA, 350 South Huntington Ave., Boston, MA 02130.

Graveside service at Beit Olam East Cemetery, 42 Concord Rd., Wayland, MA on Wednesday, June 12, 2019 at 1:00 pm. Shiva observance at the Srebnick Residence, Wednesday and Thursday 7:00 – 9:00 pm with Minyan services at 7:45 pm.

Nancy Steg died peacefully on June 10, 2019 at the age of 91, surrounded by her family. She was born in Uzhgorod, Hungary in 1927 to Moishe Steg and Blime Kraus. She lost her extended family, parents, and younger brother, Josef, in Auschwitz and Buchenwald. At age 15, Nancy survived in the camps, alongside her sister, Lily, for over a year before liberation. Nancy is survived by two daughters, Elizabeth Hutton and Barbara Epstein, her sons in law David Caplan and Daniel Hutton. She was predeceased by her beloved son, Michael Epstein. She is also survived by five grandchildren: Eli Hutton, Miriam Hutton, Rachel Hutton, Emily Caplan and Michaela Caplan, and her sister, Lily Schmidmayer. Nancy loved her family fiercely and felt immense pride watching her grandchildren succeed in higher education. She made close friends in her life, all of whom she touched with her sense of humor and loyalty. Her loss is felt deeply by all those who loved her, and her memory is a blessing. Despite having a youth marred by darkness, Nancy, with her sister Lily, came to America at age 19 and started anew. Education was of central importance to Nancy. She not only went on to get her GED in a language that was new to her, but she also earned her bachelors’ degree, a masters’ in education, and a masters’ in computer science. She loved traveling, nature, and art. Nancy embodied resilience, independence, and perseverance. The rare times that Nancy spoke of her past, she did so while calling for others to value diversity and to stand against injustice. In her own words, from 2001:

“A second later would have been too late for more thousands of prisoners, including probably too late for me. A second can make a difference. And one person can make a difference. If we want a future, let us keep teaching that differences in culture, religion, national origin do not deprive nations, they enrich them.”

There will be a graveside service for Nancy on Wednesday, June 12, 2019 at 1:00 pm  at Crawford Street Memorial Park, 776 Baker St., West Roxbury. It will be followed by Shiva from 2-6 pm at Maplewood at Weston, 99 Norumbega Rd, Weston. In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be made to HIAS (The Hebrew Immigrant Aid Society) at https://www.hias.org/ways-give or  Alzheimer’s Foundation of America at https://alzfdn.org/support-us/donate/.

Patricia Ruth Needle died Friday, June 7, 2019 after a long battle with Parkinson’s. She was 72 and resided in Hudson, MA. Patricia was born in Mattapan, MA on February 2, 1947 to Miriam and Sam Needle. She is survived by her siblings, Burgess and his partner Marcia, Matthew, Clare, David and his wife Lynne, and Aaron. In addition to her siblings, she leaves her nieces and nephews, Donna, Felicia, Deborah, Hannah, Naomi, Jason, Mike and their families, along with many cousins and wonderful friends, all of whom she loved dearly. A longtime resident of Newton,MA as well as San Francisco, where she worked for years as a caring and much-loved psychiatric nurse, Pat was known for her generosity, her love of travel and meeting new people. Nothing made Pat happier then bringing a smile or joy to anyone with whom she came in contact. She’ll be greatly missed by so many people whose lives she touched. She was a volunteer and supporter of many political and social causes. Graveside service at Sharon Memorial Park, 40 Dedham St., Sharon, MA, on  Wednesday, June 12, 2019 at 11:45 am. Shiva will be at the home of Felicia Moschella and Terri Smith following burial until 7 pm and continuing Thursday 3-7 pm.  In lieu of flowers, donations in Patty’s memory may be made to PD Active, P.O. Box 9246, Berkeley, CA 94709, a non-profit organization founded by people with Parkinson’s disease to help themselves and others cope with the disease. 

Jeanne (Herwitz) Feiner Burmon, of Chestnut Hill, on June 5, 2019. Beloved wife of the late Michael Burmon and Samuel Feiner. Devoted mother of Edward Jay Burmon and David Leonard Burmon and his wife Kayo. Loving grandmother or Lynn Lombardo and her husband Eric, Kate Burmon, Andrew Burmon and his wife Caroline, Sophie Goloff, and Ben Goloff. Cherished great-grandmother of Ella Lombardo. Sister of the late Shirlee Isenberg and Ruth Dreier. Services at Temple Israel, 477 Longwood Ave., Boston (parking on The Riverway), Friday, June 7, 2017 at 12 noon. Interment in Adath Jeshurun Cemetery, 350 Grove St., West Roxbury. Following interment, memorial observance will be held at Jeanne’s residence. In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be made to Hadassah Northeast, 1320 Centre St., Newton Centre, MA 02459.

Graveside service at Lindwood Memorial Park, 490 North St., Randolph, MA, on Friday, June 7, 2019 at 2:00 pm.

Ronald Rubin, M.D., of Newton, MA, on June 2, 2019. Beloved husband of Maxine (Gendell) Rubin. Devoted father of Lee Howard Rubin, Edward Rubin and his wife Alexandra, and Linda McCarthy and her husband Daniel. Proud grandfather of Lauren, Nicholas, Owen, Gabriel, and Aidan. Loving brother of David Rubin. Dear brother-in-law of Charlotte Brearly and her husband Terry. Services at Newton Cemetery Chapel, 791 Walnut St., Newton, MA, on Wednesday, June 5, 2019 at 2:00 pm. Memorial observance will be at the Rubin residence following services until 5:00 pm, and 7-9 pm, Thursday 2:00 – 4:30 pm & 7–9 pm, and Friday 2:00 – 4:30 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations in Ronald’s memory may be made to Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, New England Chapter, 60 Walnut St., Wellesley, MA 02481, or Alzheimer’s Association, MA/NH Chapter, 309 Waverly Oaks Rd., Waltham, MA 02452.

Cohen, Eleanor (Bernstein), of Randolph, MA, formerly of Quincy, MA, on May 30, 2019. Beloved wife for 64 years of the late Norman Cohen. Dear daughter of the late Max and Sarah Bernstein. Devoted mother of Sandra Dunn and her husband Irving of Sharon, MA, Donna Teasdale and her husband Michael of Penacook, NH, and Lori Cohen and her husband Kenneth of Atlanta, GA. Loving grandmother of Marisa Morgan, Ilana Forbes and her husband Peter, Eric Teasdale and his wife Elizabeth Sholtys, and Elissa Teasdale. Proud great-grandmother of Ashleigh, Hannah, Ariana, Oliver, Alice and Isla. Dear sister of the late Pearl, Ethel and Mort Bernstein. Loving sister-in-law of Mim Bernstein. Dear aunt of Moshe Bernstein and his wife Batsheva, Peretz Bernstein, Donald Bernstein and his wife Renee, Ted Bernstein and his wife Lorri, and Julie Young. Eleanor is also survived my many great-nieces and nephews and many great-great nieces and nephews. She is survived by dear cousin Goldie Seiderman and other extended family. Eleanor will be remembered for her elegance, an unquestionable zest for life, and her loyalty to family. She loved spending time with family and friends, always using holidays to cook with and for her loved ones. She traveled the world hand-in-hand with her beloved Norman, always seeking new experiences. She was a proud and hardworking woman who will always be remembered for her feistiness, radiant smile, and the twinkle in her eyes. Services at Sharon Memorial Park Chapel, 40 Dedham St., Sharon, MA, on Sunday, June 2, 2019 at 12:00 noon. Shiva will be at the home of Sandi and Irving Dunn from 2-8 pm Sunday, and Monday 4-8 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations in Eleanor’s memory may be made to  American Heart Association, 300 5^th Ave., Waltham, MA 02451,  Alzheimer’s Association, MA/NH Chapter, 309 Waverly Oaks Rd., Waltham, MA 02452, or Hebrew SeniorLife, 1200 Centre St., Roslindale, MA 02131.

Murray L. Aisenberg, age 93, of Newton, on May 28, 2019. Beloved husband of Helene Goldberg. Loving father of Renee Beth Aisenberg, Peter Aisenberg (Lauren); proud grandfather of Justin and Dillon. Private services were held.

Ann (Meyer) Gershanov, 84, in Boston,on May 19. 2019. Beloved wife of the late Peter L. Gershanov. Loving mother of Ellen (Jeffrey) London and Holly (Norm) Nelson. Proud grandmother of Joshua London, Daniel and Sarah Nelson and the late Adam London. Dear sister of Leah (late Sam) Austin and Ralph (Joan) Meyer. Service Wednesday in Chicago. Memorials to The London Idea, 134 S. Aberdeen St., Unit 2S, Chicago, IL 60607, www.thelondonidea.com or Beth Emet The Free Synagogue, 1224 Dempster St., Evanston, IL 60202, www.bethemet.org.

Of Chestnut Hill, age 92, on May 22, 2019. Beloved wife of Benjamin Goulston with whom she shared 69 years. Devoted mother of Diane Gertel (Alan) and Iris Madison (Alan). Loving grandmother of Heather Herman (Bill), Wendy Gertel (Cody), and Stephanie Madison (Buddy Khan). Cherished great-grandmother of Brooke, Kelsey, and Coco. Dear sister of the late Ruth Harmon (Sidney) and Dr. Leonard Finger (Marilyn). Also survived by many treasured nieces and nephews. Services at Temple Emeth, 194 Grove St., Chestnut Hill, MA, Friday, May 24, 2019 at 11:00 am. Following interment at Sharon Memorial Park, memorial observance will be held at Hampton Place, 77 Florence St., Newton until 8:30 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be made to Dana Farber Cancer Institute, PO Box 849168, Boston, MA 02284.

Weinstein, Milton, formerly of Worcester, MA,  on May 22, 2019. Beloved husband of the late Shirley (Rubin) Weinstein. Devoted father of Mark, Bob, and Andrew Weinstein. Dear grandfather of Adam, Julie, Jessye, and Maya. Proud great-grandfather of Jonathan, Briana, Ryan, Benjamin, and Lilah. Loving brother of Roz Liftman and the late Seymour Weinstein. Graveside service at B’Nai Brith Cemetery, 55 Saint John’s Rd., Worcester, MA, on Friday, May 24, 2019 at 12:00 noon. In lieu of flowers, donations in Milton’s memory may be made to a charity of your choice.