Archive: September, 2018

On Tuesday September 25th, 2018, Sam Oksman, husband, brother, father, uncle, papa, passed away peacefully with family by his side at the age of 70. Sam grew up in the Boston area along with his sister Nellie Chayoun and late brother Henry Oksman. He felt great happiness in raising his 3 children, Heather Stiles, Michelle Oksman and David Oksman in Randolph and was proud and supportive of all their passions. In 2000, he married Nancy Oksman, who brought joy to his life along with their beloved pets. A lifelong Red Sox fan, Sam lived to see 3 World Series Championships and was an avid collector of cards. He loved a good meal (especially Chinese food) but not as much as he loved his grandkids of which he had 9: Brayden, Alex, Makenna, Mattie, Spencer, Zenlea, Bella Rose, Lincoln and the late Matthew. Graveside services at the Kaminker Cemetery, 776 Baker St. West Roxbury, on Friday, September 28th at 2pm. Memorial observance will be at the home of David Oksman following the service and on Sunday September 30th from 11am-6pm. Remembrances may be made to Boston Children’s Hospital or the American Diabetes Association.

Rodney S. Cohen, 69, of Natick, on September 24, 2018. Beloved husband of Sharon P. (Leibowitz) Cohen. Devoted father of Danielle, Cindy, Kenneth, Nicole, and Emma. Cherished grandfather of Marley, Makhi, Naya, Sadie, Scarlett, Pearl, and Carter. Dear brother of Laurence Cohen and Dennis Cohen.  Graveside services at the Beth El Cemetery, 774 Baker St., West Roxbury, Friday, September 28, 2018 at 10:00 am. Following services, memorial observance will be held at his late residence until 6:00 pm continuing on Saturday from 7-9 pm and Sunday 1-3 & 5-7 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Temple Beth Elohim, c/o Rabbi’s Discretionary Fund, 10 Bethel Rd., Wellesley, MA 02481.

Marla (Caplan) Winer, of Boynton Beach, FL, formerly of Natick, on September 18, 2018. Beloved wife of Michael Winer. Devoted mother of Deborah Feldman and her husband Michael. Cherished grandmother of Andrew, Mitchell, and Chip. Loving sister of Lynna Lerman and her husband Arthur and Ronald Caplan and his wife Ellen. Dear sister-in-law of Jeffrey Winer and his wife Ellen and aunt of Allyson Sullivan, Elyse Pine, Matthew Caplan, and Sarah Caplan. Services at Temple Israel of Natick, 145 Hartford St., Natick, Sunday, September 23, 2018 at 2:00 PM. Following interment at the Framingham-Natick Jewish Cemetery, memorial observance will be at the home of Deborah and Michael Feldman. Condolence calls may also be made at the Feldman home Monday-Thursday 12-4 pm and 6-9 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations in Marla’s memory may be made to Hadassah, 1320 Centre St., #205, Newton, MA 02459.

Jordan Silin of Canton, MA, formerly of Newton, passed away peacefully on September 17, 2018. He was 94 years old. He is survived by his beloved wife of 68 years, Rae (Cohen). Jordan was born to the late Louis & Fannie (Freedman) Silin. Jordan was a graduate of the Peddie School in NJ and the Wharton Business School at the University of Pennsylvania. He joined the Army in 1942 and served in WWII for 3 ½ years prior to his honorable discharge in 1946. After the war Jordan joined the family business, Silin Manufacturing, as a salesman, eventually becoming the president. Jordan loved sports and spending time with his family, including playing squash and tennis, swimming, and working out at the YMCA and family ski trips to Vermont.

Jordan was the loving father of Mark Silin of Newton, MA, Dale Silin of NYC, and Wendy McAvoy and her late husband Charles McAvoy of Natick, MA. He was the proud grandfather of Danielle McAvoy LaMarca and her husband Jim, Nicholas McAvoy and Ryan McAvoy. Brother of Morton Silin and his wife Irene. Brother-in-law of Cookie Stark and her late husband Ken, the late Helen Peters and her husband Ben, and the late Ruthie Gordon and her husband Alec.

Service at Wilson Chapel, 234 Herrick Rd., Newton Centre, Thursday, September 20, 2018 at 12:30 pm. Interment to follow at Boylston Lodge Cemetery, 776 Baker St., West Roxbury.

Memorial observance at the home of Wendy McAvoy on Thursday from 5-9 pm with minyan at 7:45 pm, Friday 12 noon-6 pm, and on Sunday at Orchard Cove, 1 Del Pond Dr., Canton, from 12 noon-5 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to  Southern Poverty Law Center, 400 Washington Ave., Montgomery, AL 36104 – https://donate.splcenter.org

Naomi Kaplan, 96, died peacefully on September 17, in Weymouth, MA. Naomi was the oldest child of Morris and Anna Kaplan of Cambridge, MA. She was predeceased by her brother Gilbert Alfred Kaplan, of Jamaica Plain and Delray Florida, and is survived by her youngest brother, Sumner Herbert Kaplan of Brookline, MA, Coconut Creek, FL, and Chicago, IL. Naomi graduated from Boston University with a master’s degree in education.

Although Naomi did not have children of her own, she was like another loving mother to her family, including her nephew Robert Kaplan, niece Betsy Kaplan Parker and late niece Miriam Kaplan, her cousins, including Mimi Parvey, Jon Wolk, Andrew Kline, Michelle Wheeler, Mathew Bernstein, Nick Wolk and the late William Kline, and grand-nephews Christopher Parker, Ryan Parker, and Zachary Parker. Her devotion to her family was a defining feature of her life, as she inspired all to live up to their potential. She is also fondly remembered by innumerable Newton High School students, where she retired after serving for many years as a Guidance Counselor. Naomi was passionate about her family and her friends. Naomi was also passionate about her hobbies, including travel, music, gardening, and her Boston Red Sox.

Graveside service at Sharon Memorial Park, 40 Dedham St., Sharon, MA on Friday, September 21, 2018 at 10:45 am. Following services, memorial reception will be held at the home of William and Mimi Parvey. In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be made to the Jewish National Fund, 77 Franklin St., #514l, Boston, MA 02110, or the National Audubon Society, 225 Varick St., New York, NY 10014.

Andrew (Andy) was born in Brookline which is where his parents Bette Ann and Robert grew up. Andy was the middle of three children with a younger sister Susan and an older brother Gary. The family lived on Winston Road in Newton where the neighborhood was full of similarly aged boys. Andy spent lots of time outdoors running around or playing basketball in the driveway with the neighborhood boys or with his dad and brother. Andy continued to play basketball into adulthood which he enjoyed, but he was no threat to any of the Celtics.

Andy attended the three very nearby schools, Oak Hill Elementary, Meadowbrook Junior High School and Newton South High School back in the days when as a kindergartener you could walk to school. Andy was an okay student but very early on he was introduced to photography which would become one of his life’s passions. The local schools had darkroom facilities and a and talented photographer, Mr. Aruda, who shared his knowledge of photography with Andy.

In the summers, from age 8 to 15, Andy went to Camp Cedar in Casco Maine. Andy loved Camp Cedar. Many of Andy’s closest friends were made from his years at camp (Michael, Stuart and David). While much of camp life revolved around competitive sports, photography was also offered, and Andy spent a great deal of time shooting photos and working in the camp darkroom. The camp also offered the opportunity to take extended backpacking and canoe trips and through those trips, which he often took with his brother, Andy learned he loved exploring and being out in nature.

Andy started skiing at a young age and the family joined a local group called the Ski Doodlers. This allowed Andy to ski most winter weekends in New Hampshire. For many years the group skied at Cannon and Mittersill ski areas as well as Loon Mountain. Andy loved skiing and it became another of his lifelong passions. He continued to take ski trips around the world nearly every year and made many new friends on these trips.

Andy also really enjoyed cars and he purchased an MGB convertible which he modified and drove for many years despite its lack of practicality and reliability. On weekends Andy would take the car to local autocross events where he enjoyed competing.

With the goal of pursuing photography Andy attended the Rhode Island School of Design (RISD), graduating in 1984 with a Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree. Andy spent his college summers as a counselor at Camp Cedar where he shared his love of camping with hundreds of campers over the years. While a counselor Andy was often a Color War captain and took great joy in helping the kids do their best in the 5 days of competition at summer’s end. During this time Andy volunteered to be a Big Brother to a young boy whom he mentored.

While Andy learned a lot about photography during his time at RISD the question soon arose about what to do for work now that he had his BFA. Andy considered many things including camping, but in the end, he started his own business called Coffee Pond Photography which was named after the lake where Camp Cedar was located. The business was operated out of the basement of his parents’ house in Newton. Initially, the business focused on camp photography. Over the years the business grew, and Andy moved the business out of the basement to his first office located in West Newton. Andy soon partnered with Marc Stiller, a Camp Cedar friend, and together the two of them expanded and grew the business. Andy enjoyed running his business. His staff were his friends with many working at the business for more than 20 years. After his brief retirement, Andy’s dad Bob joined the business as a sales person and the two loved working closely together until Bob died of cancer in 2015.

With his business now out of the basement Andy took an apartment in Waban. He soon started dating Betsy Cohen from nearby Wellesley. Near the start of their relationship Andy sustained a knee injury and had to have reconstructive surgery. This proved to be a difficult time for Andy, but Betsy supported him and soon it was clear to Andy that Betsy was a keeper. In May of 1993 Betsy and Andy were married. Since Betsy was Sheila and Herb’s only daughter they insisted on a large formal wedding which took place at the Harvard Club in Boston.

After getting married Andy and Betsy purchased a home near where Betsy grew up in Wellesley. They soon were welcoming their first child, Kess to the family in 1996. A second child, Jackson was born two years later. Andy adored being a father to Kess and Jackson. He loved doing whatever the kids enjoyed doing, always attending games and performances and supporting their interests. Andy also shared with them the things he enjoyed such as skiing, photography, the outdoors, cars, the arts, and travel.

Andy was also an uncle and spent time and shared his interests with his many nieces and nephews including Emma and Caleb Kessler; Ben Sankel; Douglas, Julia and Caroline Cohen. All have fond memories of “Uncle Andy.”

Around 2002, Andy learned that his friends Jeff and Karen Packman’s daughter Hanna had cancer. Jeff and Karen had a team in the 2003 Pan-Mass Challenge (PMC) bike ride which raises money to support the Dana-Farber Cancer Center. Up to this point Andy had not been a cyclist but committed himself to train so he could complete the nearly 200-mile ride. Not only did he commit to train he also committed to raise as much money as he could for the PMC and each year he raised enough to be part of the “Heavy Hitters” group. Soon cycling became a passion of Andy’s. He rode nearly every day and made many new friends through the sport. He continued to ride the PMC for fourteen years only missing it in 2018. He also enjoyed occasional cycling competition and competed along with his friends at the Green Mountain Stage Race in Vermont.

In 2014 Andy was diagnosed with cancer of the larynx. Andy became a patient at Dana-Farber, the hospital whose work he had supported for the years he rode in the PMC. Andy went through radiation, but it did not kill the cancer. His best option was surgery and in 2015 he had a laryngectomy which removed his voice box. Andy had always been an outgoing and gregarious person and this major surgery would take away his regular voice. Many people would have withdrawn after this life changing surgery, but Andy bounced back quickly and was soon doing all the things he loved in life from hanging out with friends, traveling with his family, cycling in the PMC and to going on ski trips to British Columbia and Italy. Andy did not miss a beat.

After two and half years of being cancer free Andy was told that his cancer had returned. In early 2018 Andy began treatment, knowing the odds were not in his favor. He endured both aggressive chemo therapy and radiation. Neither was successful at eradicating the cancer. Andy also tried immunotherapy but that too was unsuccessful. At this point, Andy was out of options for further treatment. While Andy often thanked his medical team at Dana-Farber while alive he wanted to offer a final thank you to everyone who treated him so well and kindly during his time at the hospital.

One thing that gave Andy his strength was the support of his family and many friends. During his most recent round of treatment Andy staged a pop-up photography show in Wellesley with proceeds from the sales of the photographs going to Dana-Farber. Andy was overjoyed with the hundreds of friends and family members who attended the opening of the show.

Despite death coming 20+ years too soon, Andy accepted his fate with the courage and grace in which he lived his life. His one regret is that he was leaving his beloved wife and dedicated caregiver Betsy and their children Kess and Jackson far too soon. He was so looking forward to spending many years laughing, traveling and growing old with Betsy and watching his children graduate college and have families of their own.

In the end, Andy had a great life, made up of so many friends and a close family. When Andy’s doctors told him to get after his bucket list, he told them it wasn’t necessary, he had lived his bucket list. There will be a celebration of Andy’s life on Sunday, September 16^th at 4:30 at Temple Beth Elohim in Wellesley with a reception immediately following at the temple. A memorial observance will be held at his residence on Monday from 2-4pm and 7-9pm and Tuesday from 1-3pm. If you cannot attend, please take a moment and look up, it’s what Andy always took the time to do. We hope you will remember Andy in your own way. In lieu of flowers donations can be made in honor of Andy to The Pan-Mass Challenge, the Brookline Community Foundation or WBUR.

Joseph G. Sneider, of Chestnut Hill, on Sept.13, 2018. Beloved husband of Cynthia (Ginsberg) Sneider for 67 years. Devoted father of Cary Sneider and his late wife Mindy, Amy Sneider and her husband Steven Mandel. Dear grandfather of Jeffrey and Jonathan Sneider, Jordan and Lauren Sneider. Dear brother of Sylvia Kornetsky and the late Ruth Wiener, Bessie Green, Harry, Barney, and William Sneider. Graveside service at The Hand and Hand Cemetery, 2659 Centre St., West Roxbury, on Sunday, September 16, 2018 at 12;00 noon. Following services family and friends are invited to The Towers at Chestnut Hill, 250 Hammond Pond Parkway (South Bldg.) until 5:00 pm. In lieu of flowers remembrances may be made to Hospice of The Good Shepherd, 90 Wells Ave., Newton, MA 02459 or Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation, 811 W Evergreen Ave., Chicago, IL 60642.

of Sandwich, MA, passed away on September 13, 2018. Funeral service at the MA National Cemetery, Bourne, MA on Monday, September 17, 2018 at 10:30 am. Following services, memorial observance will be at Marilyn’s home, 2 Fox Trot Run, Sandwich, MA until 10 pm, continuing Tuesday 11-3 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be made to One Clip at a Time, or Birthright Israel.

Gruber, Martin “Murt” N., of Canton, MA, formerly of Hull and Randolph, passed peacefully surrounded by his loving family on September 8, 2018. Beloved husband of Charlotte (Katz) Gruber of Canton, MA. Loving father of Linda Gruber and Jeffrey Gruber. Devoted grandfather of Allison Polin and husband Kyle Polin, Heidi Gruber, and Jared Gruber. Son of the late Ida (Kaitz) and Herman Gruber. He is survived by his two sisters, Ruth Geisler and Frances Pearlman, and the late Mary Gruber. Martin was a pharmacist for 60 years. He was past President of BARD (Boston Association of Retail Druggists); Past President of Temple Israel of Nantasket. He enjoyed spending time with his family and tending to his beautiful gardens. Funeral services will be held at B’nai Tikvah of the South Shore, 1301 Washington St., Canton, MA, on Wednesday, September 12, 2018 at 12:45 pm. Burial will follow at Baker Street Cemetery, 776 Baker St.,West Roxbury, MA. Following interment the family will be at Brightview of Canton until 7:00 pm. Memorial observance will continue at Brightview Canton, 125 Turnpike St., Canton, Thursday 12-3 & 5-8 pm, and Friday 12-4 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations in Martin’s memory may be made to Hebrew Senior Life Hospice Care, 1200 Centre St., Boston, MA 02131, Orchard Cove, or B’nai Tikvah of the South Shore, 1301 Washington St., Canton, MA 02021.

Kunitz, Joan (Molner), of Newton, MA, formerly of Chicago, IL, passed away at home surrounded by family on September 7, 2018. Beloved wife of Daniel P. Kunitz for 63 years. Devoted mother of Robin Cohen and her husband Eitan, Laurel Simkovich and her husband Marvin, and David Kunitz and his wife JoAnn. Dear grandmother of Amir Cohen, Naomi Bengigi, Yair Cohen, Aaron Simkovich, Shoshana Simkovich, Elisha Simkovich, Yaakov Simkovich, and Suzy Kunitz. She leaves 11 wonderful great-grandchildren. Loving sister of the late Stanley Molner. She leaves behind loving nieces, nephews, extended family, and friends. Joan was a committed social worker and political activist for over 50 years. Graveside service on Sunday, September 9, 2018. Shiva will be at the Kunitz residence, beginning Sunday, September 9, 2018 at 2:30 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be made to the Foundation for Racial, Ethnic, and Religious Harmony, 492 Waltham St., West Newton, MA 02465.

DLOTT, Theodore “Ted” Of Framingham, passed away peacefully, at the age of 86, on Sept. 7, 2018. Beloved husband of the late Shirley (Levine) for 51 years, who died in 2005. A graduate of Lancaster Academy in 1949 and Northeastern University 1954. Ted was hard driven and self employed for almost his entire life. He was a social member of the Framingham Country Club, where he loved to play Gin. He is survived by his daughter Brenda and husband James Moran, daughter Caryn Dlott and husband John Lopas, and son Robert Dlott. Also survived by grandchildren Julie and Shae Moran, R. Ted and Addison Dlott and Samuel Dlott. Private graveside service. Donations, in his memory, may be made to Autism Alliance of Metrowest, 1881 Worcester Rd., #100A, Framingham, MA 01701.

Madoff, Harvey, of Boynton Beach, FL, passed away on September 4, 2018. Beloved husband of Lois (Goldstein) Madoff. Devoted father of Steven, David and Donna Madoff. Proud grandfather of Justin Madoff, Drew Madoff, and Brandon Elder. Loving brother of the late Irwin Madoff. Services were private. In lieu of flowers, donations in Harvey’s memory may be made to Trustbridge Hospice, 5300 East Ave., West Palm Beach, FL, 33407, or Temple Beth Shalom of Cambridge, 8 Tremont St., Cambridge, MA 02139.

Neil Gordon-Of Delray Beach, FL, formerly of Stoughton, on September 4, 2018.Survived by the love of his life, Sharon Needle. Devoted father of Alysa Yale and her husband Andrew, and Arian Gordon. Cherished grandfather of Tyler, Alexa and Devin. Devoted uncle of Norman and Laura Park. Dear brother of the late Bernice Park. Services at Sharon Memorial Chapel, 40 Dedham St., Sharon, on Friday, September 7, 2018 at 12:00 noon. Following services, memorial observance will be at the Knollsbrook Clubhouse, 70 Erin Rd., Stoughton until 4:00 pm Friday, and at the home of Arian Gordon Saturday 8-10pm and Sunday 12-4pm. In lieu of flowers remembrances may be made to Dana Farber Cancer Institute, PO Box 849168, Boston, MA 02282-9168

Marsha Cohen (nee Masters), age 86, of Falmouth, MA, passed away on Saturday, September 1, 2018. She was born to the late Meyer and Sara Zeigameister on November 1, 1931. And she was a devoted wife to her late husband Phillip Cohen. Marsha was born in Sarny, Poland, and was a Holocaust survivor — immigrating to the United States as a young girl. She was a talented seamstress, and she loved to knit and crochet beautiful sweaters and blankets for her family. Marsha and her late husband retired in their lovely home on Cape Cod, and she spent her final days surrounded by family. Marsha is survived by her brother, Boris Meister, four children, Stuart Cohen, Mark Noah Cohen, Gary Cohen, and Sherri Cohen Ross, 7 grandchildren, and a great-granddaughter. Marsha requested for an intimate burial. Funeral services will be held at Agudath Israel Cemetery, 776 Baker Street, West Roxbury, MA at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, September 4, 2018. Friends and family are invited to pay respects at the home of Gary and Hayley Cohen following services between the hours of 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. on Tuesday, September 4. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Visiting Nurse Association of Cape Cod, 255 Independence Drive, Hyannis, MA 02601.

Florence (Harpel) Kahn, of Canton, formerly of Sharon, on August 29, 2018. Beloved wife of the late Sidney H. Kahn. Devoted mother of Earle Kahn and Michael Kahn and his wife Sharon. Cherished grandmother of Sara Goggin and her husband Dave and Ricky Kahn. Loving great-grandmother of Emma and Abby. Dear sister of the late Aaron Harpel, Anne Schneider, Ruthie Paige, and Marty Harpel. Graveside service at Sharon Memorial Park, 40 Dedham St., Sharon (gather at administration building), Thursday, August 30, 2018 at 1:45 pm. Memorial observance will be held at Orchard Cove, 1 Del Pond Dr., Canton, MA, Thursday 3-5 pm, continuing at the home of Michael and Sharon Kahn, Thursday 7-9 pm and Friday 11-5 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Amyloidosis Research Fund, c/o Boston Medical Center, Office of Development, 801 Massachusetts Ave., 1^st Floor, Boston, MA 02118-2393.

George J. Cort of West Palm Beach, Florida died peacefully on August 26, 2018. He was 82.  George was born and raised in Boston, and it was the piano at a local YMHA that was the start of his illustrious career in the music industry. His performances included playing at the White House for Presidents Kennedy, Johnson, and Nixon, and a special appearance for Ronald Reagan at the Kennedy Center.  He spent years as the Music Director at the Hay Adams Hotel in Washington, DC, at the Rainbow Room at Rockefller Center and the Waldorf Astoria in New York. George’s genuine outgoing personality left a lasting impression on everyone he met. His passion for music was matched only by his passion for family. He was the dear son of the late Samuel Jacob Cort and Dorothy (Gordon) Cort. Dear uncle of Lorna Cort Macleod and her husband David L. Macleod, Ronald Cort, Clifford Cort and his wife Carey, Jack Cort and his wife Jeanine, and Glenn Cort and his wife Brooke. Great uncle of Shaina and Leah, Jason and Amanda, Vail and Caroline, Matthew and Cameron, Katelyn, John and Michael. Dear great-great uncle of Elsa and Max. Loving brother of William Cort, and the late Selma Romanow and Arthur Cort. Services at Sharon Memorial Park Chapel, 43 Dedham St., Sharon, on Thursday, August 30, 2018 at 12 noon. Following interment, memorial observance will be at the home of Jack and Jeanine Cort until 8 pm. In lieu of flowers remembrances in his memory may be made to the New England Conservatory of Music, 290 Huntington Ave., Boston, MA 02115.

Marvin P. Dobrow, LSW, of Natick, on August 27, 2018. Beloved husband of Mindy C. (Lightman) Dobrow. Father of Lisa Braunstein Cohen and her husband David and their children Rachel, Joey, and Jordi; Andrew Braunstein, and Michael Braunstein. Brother of the late Estelle Schles. Also survived by his faithful companions, Adam, Oliver, Lincoln, Elliott, Abala, and Winston. Services at Beit Olam East Cemetery, 42 Concord Rd., Wayland, Wednesday, August 29, 2018 at 10:00 am. Following interment, memorial observance will be held at the home of Mindy Dobrow until 6 pm and on Thursday 2-6 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Heart Association, 300 5^th Ave., Suite 6, Waltham, MA 02451.

Dr. Ralph S. Levitt, 86, of Sarasota FL, died Friday, August 24, 2018 at Care Dimensions Hospice House. He was the widower of the late Betty Levitt. Born in Worcester, MA, son of the late Arthur Levitt and Dorothy (Millen) Levitt Ratner, he lived in Florida since 2001. and was a member of Temple Beth Sholom, Sarasota. He is survived by his sister, Sylvia (Ratner) Brown of San Antonio, TX, his two children, Alisa Billings of Ashland MA and David Levitt of Greenfield MA, and 8 grandchildren. A graveside service will be held Monday, August 27, 2018 at 2 pm at the Hebrew Cemetery, Newburyport MA. Shiva will be observed at the home of Mr. & Mrs. Richard W. Billings, 16 Lantern Way, Ashland MA. In lieu of flowers, donations in his name may be made to Temple Beth Sholom, 1050 S. Tuttle Ave., Sarasota, FL 34237.

Lawrence Chanzit, of Delray Beach, FL, passed away on August 23, 2018. Beloved husband of the late Estelle Rose Chanzit. Devoted father of Conrad Chanzit and his wife Lisa, Martin Chanzit and his wife Bonnie, and Claudia Raffman and her husband Mark. Proud grandfather of Warren, Ben, Scott, Samantha, David, and Alison. Brother of the late Jerome Chanzit, and the late Selma Robbins. Services at the Wilson Chapel, 234 Herrick Rd., Newton, MA on Tuesday, August 28, 2018 at 10 am. Following interment at Beit Olam Cemetery, 60 Old Sudbury Rd., Wayland, MA, memorial observance will be at the home of Conrad and Lisa Chanzit until 7 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to the American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee, or the charity of your choice.

David S. Freedman, of Framingham, on August 23, 2018. Beloved husband of Florence (Adler) Freedman. Devoted father of Marci S. Jakutis and her late husband John A. Jakutis. Loving grandfather of Michael A. Jakutis and Jennifer S. Jakutis. Dear brother of the late Carl Frydman, Helen Weisbaum, and Sally Rotman. Brother-in-law of Esther Levi and her late husband Ralph. Graveside service at the Framingham-Natick Jewish Cemetery, 40 Fairview Ave., Natick, Sunday, August 26, 2018 at 1:00 pm. Memorial observance at his late residence on Sunday, 3-6 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to the American Cancer Society, 30 Speen St., Framingham, MA 01701. Late manager for John Hancock Insurance Co. for over 30 years.

Actress and philanthropist, Vivian Marlowe Shoolman, 86, of Brookline, MA passed away peacefully on August 21, 2018. Born December 10,1931 in Holyoke, MA. Dearly loved wife of the late Theodore Shoolman.

A graduate of Emerson College, Vivian worked as a professional actress in theatre, television and film. Her credits include performing with Frank Sinatra, Nat King Cole and Jimmy Durante as a Copacabana girl in New York. Vivian was a member of the Screen Actors Guild, Actors’ Equity and A.F.T.R.A.

A life-long supporter of the performing arts, Vivian served as President and long-standing Member of the Board of Trustees for the Boston Children’s Theater. In 2009, “The Vivian Marlowe Shoolman Award” was created in Vivian’s honor for her outstanding support of children and the arts. A passionate alumna of Emerson College,  in 2007, the ” Vivian Marlowe Shoolman Performing Arts Award” was established at Emerson college to recognize an outstanding student of the performing arts.

Vivian will be remembered for her compassion, kindness and generous heart. She was the extraordinary mother to Tracy Shoolman, Wendy and Bill Coke, and Diana Shoolman, and an amazing grandmother to Trevor and Pierce Keegan, the late Marina Keegan, Hamilton and Barrett Coke. She will be profoundly missed by all who loved her. Services were private.

Donations in her honor may be made to: “Emerson College for the benefit of The Vivian Marlowe Shoolman Performing Arts Award”, Emerson College 120 Boylston Street, Boston, MA 02116. 617-824-8535

Charlotte “Betty” Farber Bloomberg, age 100, of Brookline, Palm Beach, and Nantucket, died on August 18, 2018. Beloved wife of the late Goodwin A. Bloomberg. Devoted mother of Marjie Kargman and her husband Robert; Michael Bloomberg and his wife Ellen Shapiro; and the late Caren “Candy” Bloomberg. Cherished grandmother of Harry Kargman and his wife Jill; Lena Doten and her husband Michael; Bess Kargman and her husband Matthew Orlando; Sophie Kargman; Lindsey Bloomberg and her fiancée Brian Marks; and Matthew Bloomberg. Loving great-grandmother of Sadie, Ivy, Fletcher, Lucy, Theodore, and Ava. Sister of the late Dorothy, Leonard, and Marvin Farber. Graveside services at the Newton Cemetery, 791 Walnut St., Newton, on Tuesday, August 21, 2018 at 11:00 am. Memorial observance will be directly after the service at the residence of Michael Bloomberg and Ellen Shapiro until 9 pm.

Goodman, E. Stephen, of Natick, MA, on August 17, 2018. Beloved husband for 56 years of Carolyn (Labins) Goodman. Devoted father of Jeffrey Goodman, Alissa Talamo, and Alan Goodman. Proud grandfather of Jessica, Benjamin, Ethan, and Joshua Goodman, and Ilana Talamo. Stephen graduated from Boston University with a Bachelor’s of Science in 1955. He served in the Army from 1956-1958 as a pilot and instrument flight instructor. Funeral service at Temple Israel of Natick, 145 Hartford St., Natick, MA, on Sunday, August 19, 2018 at 1:30 pm. Following interment at Agudath Israel Cemetery, 776 Baker St., West Roxbury, Shiva will be at the Goodman residence. In lieu of flowers, donations in Stephen’s memory may be made to Adopt a Family, c/o Temple Israel of Natick, 145 Hartford St., Natick, MA 01760, or  American Heart Association, 20 Speen St., Framingham, MA 01701.

Greenleaf, Carole (Seiler), of Newton and Wayland, MA, on August 15, 2018. Beloved wife of Sidney J. Greenleaf. Devoted mother of Robin Greenleaf and her husband Joel Goodmonson, Jonathan Greenleaf and his wife Lisa, and Steven Greenleaf and his wife Jill. Proud bubby of Julia, Madison, Zachary, Caroline, and Daniel. Loving sister of Joyce Wernik. Service at Congregation Or Atid, 97 Concord Rd., Wayland, MA, on Sunday, August 19, 2018 at 12:00 noon. Immediately following interment at Beit Olam East Cemetery, 42 Concord Rd., Wayland, memorial observance will be at the home of Robin and Joel until 8:00 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations in Carole’s memory may be made to Joslin Diabetes Center, 1 Joslin Pl., Boston, MA 02215.

Ya’acov (Jacob) Shorr, of Hingham, formerly of Lexington, died peacefully at home surrounded by his children on August 12, 2018. He was 88 years old.

Born in Jerusalem on January 13, 1930, Ya’acov was the youngest of six children. He was married for 63 years to the late Yehudit Ruth (Scharf) Shorr, and was the devoted father of Eran Shorr and his wife Esther Shorr, Maya Shorr Katz and her husband Ronald Katz, and Yoav Shorr and his wife Anne Schwartz. He was the cherished grandfather of seven grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.

Ya’acov served valiantly and was wounded in Israel’s Independence War in 1947. He graduated from the Hebrew University in Jerusalem, where he studied chemistry, and eventually specialized in and did pioneering work in membrane technology and industrial wastewater treatment. Ya’acov immigrated with Yehudit and their three children to the Boston area in 1967 shortly after the Six Day War, where they settled in Lexington for the next 40 years. During this time, Ya’acov founded and built Memtek Corporation, continuing his work in his field.

Ya’acov and Yehudit spent the last ten years at Linden Ponds Retirement Community in Hingham. An avid photographer, he exhibited his works a number of times. He also hosted a

weekly community television program on recent scientific developments.

Graveside services at Beit Olam East Cemetery, 42 Concord Rd., Wayland, on Wednesday, August 15, 2018, at 12:00 noon. Following interment, memorial observance will be at the home of Yoav Shorr and Anne Schwartz, 11 Hunt St., Reading, MA, until 4 pm and 6:30-9 pm with a Minyan service at 7:30 pm continuing on Thursday 12-2 pm and 6-9 pm with a Minyan service at 7:30 pm. Additional memorial observance will be held at the home of Eran and Esther Shorr, 90 Charles Circle, Stoughton, MA, on Sunday and Monday 12-2 pm and 6-9 pm with a Minyan service at 7:30 pm. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to a charity of one’s own choosing

GERTNER, Joseph Michael, 76, died at home on August 10 in Boston, MA. Joe was the son of Levi and Elisheva Gertner. He was raised in London, England, attending Gonville and Caius College at Cambridge University and Middlesex Hospital Medical School. He specialized in Pediatric Endocrinology, completing an exchange program at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia before moving to the United States permanently in 1977. Joe lived for many years in Guilford, CT, working at Yale-New Haven Hospital. After several years as a professor at Weill Cornell Medical Center in New York, Joe chose a different career path, becoming Chief Medical Officer at pharmaceutical companies in Boston and New Jersey. He and his wife moved to the Back Bay, Boston after his retirement in 2013.

Joe is survived by his wife of 53 years, Nancy, and his three children: Abigail Gertner of Arlington, MA, Matthew Gertner of Prague, Czech Republic, and Ben Gertner of Los Angeles, CA, as well as his son-in-law, Christopher Lee, and two daughters-in-law, Lucie Gertner and Maria Isabel Martinez-Gertner. He was also the loving and beloved grandfather of Alan, Isaac, Hannah, Juliana and Elizabeth. Joe is also survived by his sister, Rayah Feldman, of London, England, and many nieces and nephews.

Joe was a life-long learner, taking and teaching courses at the Harvard Institute for Learning in Retirement. He was active in the community, serving as Trustee of the Vendome Condominium and as Director on the Board of the Neighborhood Association of the Back Bay. He combined impressive erudition and a love of knowledge with a kind and generous disposition that drew people to him. He loved reading, science, photography, languages and many other pursuits, and was never happier than when sitting outside listening to and watching the birds.

Services at Temple Israel of Boston, 477 Longwood Ave., (parking on the Riverway) Friday, August 17 at 12 noon, followed by a reception at the Temple. Donations may be made to Dana-Farber Cancer Institute or the Pine Street Inn

George J. Rodman, of New Seabury (Mashpee) and West Bridgewater, formerly of Sharon and Newton, died at home in the arms of his loving wife Beth on August 10, 2018. He was 71 years old.

Born in Newton on January 14, 1947, George was the only child of the late Mary (Schlossberg) and A. Harvey Rodman. He was raised and educated in Newton, graduating from Newton South High School in 1964. George went on to study at the New England Institute of Applied Arts and Sanitary Science in Kenmore Square, Boston, where he earned his degree in Mortuary Science. He then earned his license as a Funeral Director and Embalmer in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.

George began his career in funeral directing at his family’s funeral home, Schlossberg Memorial Chapel in Mattapan, which was founded by his grandfather. He continued on with them when the funeral home relocated to Canton. He moved to Sharon in 1978, where he raised his sons along with their mother Roberta.  In 1992, George (from the Schlossberg family) and his partner David Brezniak (from the Levine family) founded Brezniak-Rodman Funeral Directors and built a reputation of compassionate care for bereaved families over the past 26 years. They also went on to acquire the Levine-Briss Funeral Home and were proud to remain as an independent family owned funeral home.

Past president and membership chairman of The Jewish Community Center of Stoughton, George was a member of Temple Israel in Sharon since 1978, co-chairman of the Maccabee Games, past chancellor of The Knights of Pythias, former board member of Combined Jewish Philanthropies, and a member of the Massachusetts and National Funeral Directors Associations.  He was also honored to be the first recipient of the Annual Lights and Spice Ball of the JCC in recognition of service to the Jewish Community. George was also proud to have served in the Army Reserves in a medical unit.

An avid marathon runner and cyclist, for over 10 years George raised thousands of dollars for The Jimmy Fund and the Dana Farber Cancer Institute as a cyclist in the Pan-Mass Challenge and as a runner in the Boston Marathon.

May his memory be for a blessing.

He was the beloved husband of Beth (Karas) Rodman of New Seabury (Mashpee) and West Bridgewater; father of Andrew Rodman and his wife Julie of Miami, FL and Michael Rodman and his wife Rebecca of Sharon; step-father of Matthew Lechter and his wife Brittany of Franklin; grandfather of Emily, Allie, Ava, Peri, and Marcus Rodman and Nolan Lechter; and son-in-law of Martin and Sandra Karas.

Services at Temple Sinai, 25 Canton St., Sharon, Tuesday, August 14, 2018 at 10:00 am. Following interment at Sharon Memorial Park, memorial observances will be held at Temple Sinai and on Wednesday at the Rodman home in New Seabury from 3-7 pm.  In lieu of flowers, donations in George’s memory may be made to the Dr. Thomas Abrams Research Fund for GI cancer, c/o Dana Farber Cancer Institute – The Jimmy Fund, PO Box 849168, Boston, MA 02284-9168.

Jacqueline DeJur Feinberg, 91, of Boston, Massachusetts passed away August 7, 2018 from natural causes. Born January 5, 1927 in New York, New York, Jacqueline was the daughter of Frances and Ralph DeJur. She is survived by her husband, Steven, and her three children, David, James and Mark, her brother in law, Allen Berkley, and his two children, John and Elizabeth. Jacqueline’s sister, Sandra DeJur Berkley, passed away August 1, 2002.

Originally raised in New York, New York, Jacqueline married Steven on September 5, 1954 and raised her family in Providence, Rhode Island. A graduate of Cornell University in 1948, Jacqueline had an insatiable desire for knowledge and continued her studies at the graduate school of business at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Several of her proudest accomplishments were excelling at classes taught by notable economists Paul Samuelson and Franco Modigliani.

Jacqueline was a strong supporter of numerous charities, an avid investor, collector of Asian antiques and voracious reader striving to always increase her knowledge and perspective. Her bright smile, charming personality and graciousness will be missed by all.

Services were held at Montefiore Cemetery (Queens, NY) on Thursday August 9, 2018.

Lester Goldberg-On August 5, 2018, beloved husband of Jane N. Goldberg (nee Cohen); devoted father of Sharon Goldberger and Dana Faria; loving brother of Lois (Stephen) Goldberg; dear son of the late Samuel and Rose Goldberg; cherished grandfather of Simcha, Malka, Elimelech, and Yoel Brodsky, Avrum Goldberger, and Keaton, Kaleb, and Kyler FariFuneral services will be held at Beth Shalom Congregation, Columbia, MD on Monday, August 6, at 2 pm. Interment Bnai Brith Cemetery, Worcester, MA. Please omit flowers. Contributions in his memory may be sent to Beth Shalom Congregation, 8070 Harriet Tubman Lane, Columbia, MD 21044, or the charity of your choice.
In mourning at 9283 Lapwing Court, Columbia, MD 21045, beginning Wednesday.Graveside service at B’Nai Brith cemetery, 55 Saint John’s Rd., Worcester, MA on Tuesday, August 7, 2018 at 1 pm.

Harvey Packer-Of  Brookline, on August 5, 2018.Graveside services at David Vickour  Cholim, 776 Baker St., West Roxbury,on August 9, 2018 at 11:00 am.

Bernard David Udell “Bernie”, 76, of Bedford, passed away peacefully in his sleep with his family at his side on August 4, 2018. Born November 26, 1941 in Woonsocket, RI;  devoted son of Samuel and Frances (Dunn) Udell; beloved husband for 51 years of Phyllis (Trusten) Udell; loving father of Scott and his wife Shirlei, Jeffrey and his wife Suzanne, and Adam and his wife Erica; and the most cherished grandpa of Ariel, Sylvie, Claire, Harry, and Jason Udell. Founder and former owner of Middlesex Overhead Doors of Burlington.

Funeral will be held on Monday, August 6, 2018 at 10:00 am at Temple Emunah, 9 Piper Rd., Lexington; burial at East Beit Olam Cemetery, 42 Concord Rd., Wayland. Shiva will be at the Udell residence following the burial, with minyan at 7:45pm, and on Tuesday  3-5pm & 7-9pm with minyan at 7:45pm.

Expressions of sympathy in his memory may be donated to Temple Emunah or to the American Diabetes Association, 330 Congress St. 5^th floor, Boston MA 02110.

Lieutenant Colonel (Retired) Michael A. Melvin, U.S. Air Force, died on July 21, 2018 after a long illness. He was 86 years old.

Mike was born in Lawrence, Massachusetts on March 31, 1932 to Pauline and Edward Melvin.  He grew up in Methuen, where he played Football in High School and enlisted in the US Air Force in 1952.  He served three years as a Radar Operator before earning his commission as a Second Lieutenant on March 4, 1955.  Mike served in various roles during his Air Force career beginning as a Weapons Officer in the 57^th Fighter Interceptor Squadron, “The Black Knights of Keflavik,” to his final assignment as Master Navigator and Commanding Officer of the 709^th Military Airlift Squadron at Dover Air Force Base, Delaware.  A true Patriot, Mike served 30 years and 7 months in the US Air Force, defending the Constitution through the Vietnam Era and the Cold War.

While Mike loved the Air Force, he loved God and his family even more.  An active member of St Mary’s of the Assumption Catholic Parrish in Dedham, Mike served in the Choir, and loved religious and classical music, so much so that Sundays at the Melvin House were dedicated to attending Mass, classical music and intellectual reading pursuits.

Mike attended Merrimac College where he met his beloved wife, Joan Marie Echteler, whom he married on March 12, 1955.  They have been married for over 63 years and have six wonderful children, Patricia, Michael, Clare Hughes, John, Katie Fitzsimmons, and Deirdre.  Mike was always welcoming of his children’s friends, like Brian Falvey, whom he considered family.

As wonderful as Mike was as a father, he was an even more accomplished grandfather.  He has six grandchildren that he loved deeply, including Erik Melvin, Scotty Hughes, Michael Melvin, Shannon Hughes, Patrick Melvin and his beloved granddaughter Samantha Melvin.  He was a gracious and loving father-in-law to Maria Serio-Melvin and Christopher Sean Hughes.  Mike also loved Loretta and Brian Herman who raised his wonderful grandson Erik.

Mike is also survived by his sister, Joanne Lambdin, of Las Vegas, Nevada.

Mike set the example for his family’s service to the Nation.  His son John and three of his grandsons serve in the US Army, and his daughter Clare has spent many years in Government Service.

After retirement from the Air Force, Mike taught Electrical Engineering Technology and Computer Science at Massasoit Community College, where he challenged his students to reach for excellence in all they do.  Mike was a fashion trendsetter, combining shorts, red suspenders, socks and sandals, and a pocket protector for a unique look.  He was a great do-it-your-selfer, as he started many home improvement projects.  A plant lover, Mike was an avid horticultural hobbyist.  He loved tinkering and fixing things and was an accomplished backyard auto mechanic.  A talented cook, his favorite culinary creations included linguine and clam sauce and beef bourguignon.  Mike enjoyed visiting with family, talking politics, listening to classical music, and watching British Television on PBS.  He had a positive impact on his family, his friends, and his students, making the world a better place. Mike will be greatly missed.

Visiting hours will be held Thursday, August 9th from 4-8 pm at the Folsom Funeral Home, 87 Milton St., Dedham. Relatives and friends are invited to go directly to St. Mary’s Church, 420 High St., Dedham for his Mass of Christian Burial on Friday, August 10th at 9 o’clock. Interment with military honors will take place at 12:30 pm at the MA National Cemetery, Bourne. In lieu of flowers, please send donations in Mike’s honor to the Fisher House Foundation at www.FisherHouse.org.  The Fisher House Foundation provides lodging near Military and Veterans Administration Hospitals, where military and veterans’ families can stay at no cost while their loved ones are receiving treatment.

Sylvia M. Nathan-of  Milton and Pembroke, on August 4, 2018. Beloved wife of the late Dr. Jerome Nathan. Devoted mother of Ellen Lewin and her husband Leonard, Richard Nathan and his wife Carol, and John Nathan and his wife Annette. Loving grandmother of James Lewin and his wife Malia, and Daniel Lewin, Sarah, Molly and Lindsey Nathan. Cherished great grandmother of Kahea and Naia Lewin. Dear sister of Sidney Covall and the late Beatrice Silver. Services in the Chapel of Sharon Memorial Park, 40 Dedham St., Sharon, on Monday August 6, 2018 at 12:00 noon. Following interment a memorial observance will be held at the home of Ellen and Leonard Lewin until 9:00pm.In lieu of flowers remembrances may be made to Good Shepherd Community Care, 90 Wells Ave., Newton, MA 02459

Cohen Segal-Sylvia (Davis), age 94, of Newton and Dorchester, on August 2, 2018. Loving wife of the late Leon Cohen and the late Elliot Segal. Loving mother of Marty and Neal Cohen (Connie) and grandmother of Scott Cohen. Sylvia loved her brothers, Sydney and Ralph Davis. Also survived by many loving nieces, nephews and their children, and cousins. Graveside service at Sharon Memorial Park, 40 Dedham St., Sharon, MA on Sunday, August 5, 2018 at 11:45 am. The family wishes to thank the staff at Seasons Hospice for their compassionate and good-hearted care during her final days.  In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be made to a charity of your choice.

David I. Kosowsky passed away peacefully at home, with his wife Ingrid by his side on July 27, 2018 after a long illness.

David was born in New York City on February 27, 1930, to Marcia Miller Kosowsky and Samuel Kosowsky, Eastern European immigrants who met in New York City. His mother contracted rheumatic fever soon after his birth and was ill for much of his young life.

In spite of the worries at home, David became a brilliant and life-long scholar. He excelled at PS 50 and JHS 115 in Washington Heights and at the Bronx High School of Science. He went on to graduate summa cum laude from the City College of New York with a degree in electrical engineering. As he would recall, engineering was a happy accident. He planned to study humanities, but when he went to sign up for classes, they were all full, and someone directed him to the sign-up for the engineering program. It turned out to be an excellent match, and after graduating, David, went on to earn a ScD from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology in 1955.

David founded Damon Engineering, later Damon Corporation, in 1961 and led it for thirty years. The company first manufactured electronics based on his graduate work and his patents in piezoelectric devices, including crystal filters that landed on the Moon with the Apollo astronauts. David was curious about how everything worked. Among his sons’ fondest memories are his asking “What do you have to know?” as they worked beside him, taking things apart and putting them back together. His interests in education and medicine led Damon to diversify into everything from high school science equipment and model rockets to medical instrumentation, clinical laboratories and biotechnology.

David married Cynthia Siegal in 1955 and they raised three sons together. David’s first marriage ended in divorce and he married his second wife, Ingrid Mehlstaubl in 1989.

Ingrid was from Munich, David from the States. David loved Gilbert & Sullivan, and Ingrid loved Wagner. Yet somehow they were each other’s perfect match, sharing a passion for the arts, exercise, good food, family, and poodles named Caesar.

Together David and Ingrid created a community of philanthropy and service in Boston and in the home they built together in West Palm Beach, Florida. Throughout his life, David devoted time to educational, medical, cultural and religious institutions, serving in leadership capacities at MIT, Boston University, Scripps Florida Council, Boston’s Children’s Hospital Medical Center, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, The Museum of Science, the New England Aquarium, The Boston Symphony Orchestra, the Florida Philharmonic Orchestra, The Palm Beach Opera, the Kravis Center for the Performing Arts, Combined Jewish Philanthropies, and Temple Mishkan Tefila.

He is survived by his beloved wife, Ingrid, his son Michael and his wife Jennifer Drawbridge and their daughters Nola and Julia; his son Richard, his wife Tricia and their daughters Lila and Annie; and his son Steven, his wife Amy Warner and their daughters Nina and Grace.

The Kosowsky family would like to thank Dr. Harold Solomon, Dr. David Ryan, Dr. Jay Loeffler and Barbara Turnipfeed for their devoted care.

A memorial service will be held July 29, at 10 am at Temple Beth Shalom in Needham. Shiva to follow at the home of Steven and Amy at 626 South Street, Needham from 1:30-4:30 and 6:30-9:00.

In lieu of flowers, gifts in memory of David Kosowsky may be made to the Massachusetts General Hospital in support of the phase II clinical trial using immunotherapy alongside radiation therapy, under the direction of Dr. Theodore Hong.

Gifts can be made online at www.massgeneral.org/donate or mailed to the MGH Development Office, attention: Meagan Coons, 125 Nashua Street, Suite 540 , Boston, MA 02114. Checks payable to MGH Cancer Center. Please indicate “David Kosowsky tribute” on the memo line.

Irene Renee Sallen of Brookline, passed away peacefully in her home, her beloved husband of 70 years, Michael, by her side, on July 26, 2018. Cherished mother of Judith, Bruce, Amy, and also of Roy who predeceased her. Loving Mother-in-law of Desiree and Judy. She will be missed by her grandchildren, Harry and George and his wife Ceira. She is survived by her brother Irwin Freedman and her sister Leona Glaser. Predeceased by her siblings Muriel Margolis and Louis Freedman. She will be remembered by her many nieces and nephews, as well as by the hundreds of students she taught as a visual arts teacher in the Boston Public Schools.

Renee always knew she wanted to be an artist and did her first drawings in the sand on Revere Beach near Beachmont where she was raised. She won a set of water colors in a high school art contest and treasured them for years. Renee graduated from the Massachusetts College of Art and Design in 1948 with high honors. She went on to study painting and sculpture at The School at the Museum of Fine Arts, the DeCordova Museum, and Boston University. Her teachers thought so highly of her talent that her work was often chosen for student shows. Renee travelled all over the world with her husband to see the art she loved so much. She’ll be remembered for her strong spirit, her beautiful paintings, and her cheesecake and pecan pie.

Services will be graveside on Sunday July 29, 2018 at 12:00 noon at the Kaminker Cemetery, 776 Baker Street, West Roxbury, MA.

Memorial observances for family and friends will take place at 161 Thorndike Street, Brookline from 2:30 – 5:00 pm on Sunday, Monday, and Tuesday.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her name to the Massachusetts College of Art and Design

Amy Valor Meselson, of New York, NY, passed away on Sunday, July 22, 2018.

Beloved daughter of Matthew Meselson and Sarah Page Meselson. Dear step-daughter of Jeanne Guillemin Meselson, William Emerson III and Arthur Podaras.

Loving sister of Zoë Forbes and her husband Brian Forbes, Rob, Jen (Lundgren) and John Guillemin, Paola, Isabel, and William Emerson IV.

Proud aunt of Jacob, Samuel and Jesse Forbes, and Claire and Julia Guillemin.Amy leaves many more relatives, close friends and colleagues who loved and admired her including Nina, James, Mikaela, Joe, Dara, Howie and too many more to name here.

Amy grew up in Cambridge, MA and attended Buckingham, Brown & Nichols and the Putney School. She held an undergraduate degree from Brown University, a Masters in Philosophy from Harvard University, and a Juris Doctor from Yale University.

Most of Amy’s legal career was spent at the Legal Aid Society of New York defending immigrants’ rights. She devoted her life to fighting injustice and providing support to society’s most vulnerable.

The Liman Foundation paid the following tribute to Amy in a message to her family:

Amy was a pioneer in representing immigrant youth. Her success was remarkable…Amy’s profound and thoughtful engagement in these issues…makes her loss all the more sad, for she gave so generously and creatively to make a place for others in our world.

Cry sorrow, sorrow – yet let good prevail!

Services at Temple Shalom, 175 Temple St., Newton, MA 3pm, Sunday, July 29.

Memorial Observance for family and friends will be at the home of Zoe and Brian Forbes, 55 Myrtle Street, West Newton, MA (directly behind Temple Shalom), immediately following the service and on Monday from 5 to 8:30pm.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Amy’s memory may be made to the Legal Aid Society of New York legalaidnyc.org, the Immigrant Justice Corps justicecorps.org or the Woodstock Farm Sanctuary woodstocksanctuary.org.

Nancy Shyavitz Holczer, 68, of Newton left this world surrounded by her loving family on July 25, after a courageous bout with cancer.  She was an amazing wife, mother, sister, aunt, grandmother and friend. She is survived by her husband of 45 years, Geoffrey Holczer, her son and daughter-in-law, Michael and Meredith Holczer, her daughter and son-in-law, Julia and Eric Smookler, her grandchildren – Emily Holczer, Dean Smookler and Zack Smookler, her sister Linda Shyavitz and her nephew Jonah Abrams.Nancy’s professional legacy as a social worker spanned four decades dedicated to helping children and families overcome challenges.  She spent over 30 years as director of Newton’s One-to-One program, a mentoring program in the Newton Schools where she paired elementary school students with high school students to forge lifelong friendships.In lieu of flowers if Nancy touched your life, please consider a donation to the Nancy Shyavitz Holczer Memorial Scholarship Fund established in her memory for deserving students who would not otherwise have the financial means to attend college (please make checks to the City of Newton and send them to The Nancy Shyavitz Holczer Memorial Scholarship Fund c/o Newton North High School, 457 Walnut Street, Newton, MA 02460. Please be sure to note The Nancy Shyavitz Holczer Memorial Scholarship Fund in the memo section of the check). Additionally, consider making a donation of blood or platelets to Dana Farber (please see http://Nancy.Holczer.com). Funeral arrangements will be private. Details about an event to celebrate Nancy’s life will follow.

Fredric G. Golinko, of Newton, passed away on July 25 at the age of 73, surrounded by those who loved him, after a courageous battle with meningioma. He was the adoring husband of Eileen Martin, cherished son of the late Joseph and Minna Golinko, devoted father of Theo (Beth Hibbard), Ivan (Michele O’Marah) and Emily, proud grandfather of Ellis, favorite brother of Phyllis (Jim McDonald) and Margo, fond uncle to Sarah Egan (Patrick) and Noah, and their children.

Fred grew up in West Orange, NJ. In high school, he was an Eagle Scout and All-American running back, lettering in tennis, track and football.  He attended Harvard College and Pratt Institute. He was a connoisseur of all things– a true renaissance man. Fred approached life with positivity and gusto. A critical thinker, he was never afraid to speak his mind and stand up for others. He was a brilliant graphic designer, winning multiple awards including a Gold Clio. Enthusiastic and passionate about everything he did, he was an optimistic golfer, a wine connoisseur (member of Chevaliers du Tastevin and WFSB), and an inventor. He loved gardening, music, dancing, cooking/grilling, and never missed watching the Patriots play. He was “fabulous”, funny, quirky, loving and gentle. He will be greatly missed by the family he loved deeply, his friends and colleagues. As Fred was fond of saying, “Be Well”.

A memorial service celebrating Fred’s life will be held on Tuesday, July 31 at 1:00 pm at the Andover Newton Wilson Chapel, 234 Herrick Road, Newton. Shiva will be observed following the service at the family home until 7:00 pm. Donations in Fred’s memory may be made to honor his medical team and support their ongoing research: Dr. Jong Woo Lee and Dr. Ian Dunn, c/o Brigham & Women’s Hospital Development Office, 116 Huntington Ave., Boston, MA 02116 or Dr. Priscilla Kaliopi Brastianos, c/o Mass General Development Office, 125 Nashua St., Ste. 540, Boston, MA 02114-1101.

Sandra R. (Martel) Feigenson, of Newton, unexpectedly on July 24, 2018. Beloved wife of Arbey Feigenson with whom she shared 62 years of marriage. Cherished mother of Jane Feigenson and Eric Feigenson and his partner Buddy Benoit. Loving sister of Laura Martel. Devoted daughter of the late Goldie and Morris Martel. Graveside service at the Lawrence Avenue Cemetery, 776 Baker St., West Roxbury, Friday, July 27, 2018 at 10:00 am. Memorial observance at her residence on Friday following the service until 4 pm and Saturday from 12 noon-3pm. In lieu of flowers, donations in Sandra’s memory may be made to the Hospice of the Good Shepherd, 90 Wells Ave., Newton, MA 02459

Pearl Lin (Keller) Harris, of Newton, on July 21, 2018. Beloved wife of the late Melvin L. Harris. Devoted mother of Jessica Weiss and her husband Kenneth and Evan Harris and his wife Renee. Cherished grandmother of Rebecca, Mikaela, Mitchell, and Benjamin. Graveside services at Puritan Mt. Sinai Cemetery, 776 Baker St., West Roxbury, Wednesday, July 25, 2018 at 11:00 am to be followed by lunch at the home of Jessica and Kenneth Weiss, 14 Arnold St., Needham, MA. Memorial observance will continue on Wednesday and Thursday 7-9 pm with minyan service at 7:30 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations in Pearl Lin’s memory may be made to Temple Aliyah, 1664 Central Ave., Needham, MA 02492.

William (Bill) Kaufman, of Framingham, formerly of Newton and Boynton Beach, FL, on July 21, 2018. Loving husband of Lois (Rothfarb) Kaufman. Devoted father of Dr. Neal M. Kaufman and his wife Robin, Aimee Kaplan and her husband Eric, and Nancy Frieze and her husband Andrew. Cherished grandfather of Harrison Kaufman, Jillian Kaufman, Mallory Roach, Jennie Kaplan, Matthew Kaplan, Laura Kaplan Hennessey, Elizabeth Prasse, and Katie Herbst. Dear brother of the late Nathan Kaufman, Maxwell Kaufman, Roslyn Paul, Lynette Brown, and Freda Goldman. Services at the Pride of Boston Cemetery, 19 Washington St., Woburn, Monday, July 23, 2018 at 12 noon. Following the service, a memorial observance will be held at the home of Aimee and Eric Kaplan. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a charity of one’s own choosing.

Glazer, Alan Robert, of Quincy, MA, formerly of Boston, MA, passed away on July 18, 2018. Beloved husband of Nancie Pliskin Glazer. Dear son of the late Ruben and Eve (Winer) Glazer. Loving brother of Janet L. Spiller and her husband David. Loving uncle of Jonathan and Rebecca Spiller, Craig Pliskin and his wife Courtnee, Stacy Pliskin, Steven Pliskin, and Melissa Pliskin. Great uncle of Carson Pliskin. Dear brother-in-law of David Pliskin and his wife Laura Pliskin, and Jon and Nancy Pliskin. Son- in-law of Frances R. Pliskin and the late Irving R. Pliskin. Dear nephew of Harry Glazer. Services at Sharon Memorial Park Chapel, 40 Dedham St., Sharon, MA, on Sunday, July 22, 2018 at 12:00 noon. Following services, memorial observance will be at the Glazer residence until 8:00 pm, and will continue Monday and Tuesday until 8:00 pm each day. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to USC Shoah Foundation, 1150 S. Olive St., Suite 2400, Los Angeles, CA 90015, or Jewish National Fund, 78 Randall Ave., Rockville Centre, NY 11570.

Robert “Bob” Lurie, age 86, passed away at his home in Brookline on July 16, 2018.  Bob was born in Boston on the 4^th of July, 1932, the youngest of three brothers, Harold and Melvin.  His parents, Samuel and Sadye, raised their family in the Geneva Avenue neighborhood of Dorchester, MA.  Bob graduated English High School, and then enrolled at Boston University as a commuter student.  He graduated BU with a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration in 1953. Bob served in the US Army between 1953 and 1955, and was stationed in West Germany. 

Upon returning home, he married Syrul Frank, whom he had first met when they were both in their early teens.  Syrul and Bob were married for 62 years until his passing. Bob and Syrul had three children, Andrew Warren Lurie, who predeceased Bob in 1980, Howard Alan Lurie and his wife, Teresa Betit, and Ellen Lurie Hoffman and her husband Matthew. Bob was enormously proud of his four grandchildren, with whom he talked almost every day: Aliza Miranda Lurie, Gemma Louisa Lurie, Celia Lena Hoffman, and Isabel Rose Hoffman.

Bob had a long and distinguished career as an innovator in the women’s apparel business. Initially a salesman for Designer’s Originals, he went on to become the CEO and co-founder of Susan Bristol, a popular line of women’s career wear during the 1980s and 1990s.

Bob was instrumental in creating the 21^st Century Fund at Brookline High School, a pioneering effort to create local philanthropy in support of public education.  He was also active in the Celebrity Series and Artists for Humanity. He was a lifelong member of Temple Israel.

A lifelong swimmer, Bob enjoyed summers on Cape Cod his entire life.

Services at Temple Israel, 477 Longwood Ave., Boston (parking on the Riverway) on Wednesday, July 18, 2018 at 12:00 noon. Following interment at Sharon Memorial Park,  memorial observance will be held at his residence until 8:00 pm, and on Thursday 2- 4 pm.

In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to the Andrew Warren Lurie Scholarship Fund, c/o Brookline High School, 115 Greenough Ave., Brookline, MA 02445. 

of Newton, on July 15, 2018. Beloved wife of Ralph Melen. Devoted mother of Debra Fields and her husband Elwyn, Nathan Melen and his wife Shana. Loving grandmother of Matthew and Hannah Fields, and Daisy Melen. Dear sister of Fred Butt. Ina was very much a career woman. Before her marriage to Ralph, she was a stewardess with the former Northeast Airlines. With marriage forcing retirement from that position, she married Ralph, mothered two children and continued in the business field working for Polaroid in marketing, following which she became a promotional advocate for Estee Lauder. After guiding her children through college and with her continued interest in flying, Ina joined American Airlines as a flight attendant for 23 years, retiring in 2013. Ina loved fashion and relations with people, so those work connections certainly accommodated that passion. Family, friends and passion tell Ina’s life in its simplest sense. Services will be held at Temple Beth Shalom, 670 Highland Ave., on Wednesday, July 18, 2018 at 10 am. Interment at Congregation Shirat Hayam Cemetery of the North Shore, Temple Beth El Section, 506 Lowell St., Peabody, MA. Memorial observance will be at the home of Debra and Elwyn Fields, Wednesday 3-8 pm and Thursday 2-4 & 7-9 pm. In lieu of flowers remembrances may be made to Temple Beth Shalom, or Airline Ambassadors International, www.airlineamb.org.

of Canton, formerly of Skokie, Ill., on July 15, 2018. Beloved wife for 74 years of Morry Musicant. Devoted mother of Myra Musicant and her husband Howard Cohen, Ralph Musicant and his wife Carleen Schreder, and David Musicant. Dear grandmother of Joshua Cohen and his wife Margo Lindauer, Molly Cohen and her husband Bashi Wu, and Jennifer Cohen. Proud great grandmother of Ella and Valea Lindauer-Cohen. Services are private. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the National Yiddish Book Center, 101 West St., Amherst, MA 01002, or Hebrew Senior Life, 1200 Centre St., Roslindale, MA 02131.

Lillian (Whitman) Glick-Of West Roxbury, on July 13, 2018. Beloved wife of the late Irving E. Glick. Devoted mother of Richard Glick, and Susan Everts and her husband Dr. Erich Everts. Cherished grandmother of Jennifer Gelman and her husband David Gelman Esq., and Matthew Everts, Bonnie Mitchell, and Alex Hansen. Loving sister of Shirley Stern and the late Eva Green, Nettie Kutcher, Archie and Morris Whitman. Services at Sharon Memorial Park Chapel, 40 Dedham St., Sharon, on Monday, July 16, 2018 at 10:00 am.

Warner V. Slack, Professor of Medicine at Harvard Medical School, died June 23, age 85. Dr. Slack was among the first physicians to envision the essential role that computers would play in medicine and healthcare delivery. His landmark work involving computer-patient interviews, begun during the 1960s, anticipated by decades the now-prevalent field of electronic medical records.

A New Jersey native, Dr. Slack was a 1955 graduate of Princeton, and a 1959 graduate of Columbia University’s College of Physicians and Surgeons. He served as a captain in the U.S. Air Force in the Philippines during the early 1960s.

Loved ones recall his warmth, optimism, gentleness and generosity. He was happiest spending time with wife Carolyn and family at their cabin on Meddybemps Lake in Maine. A long-time Newton resident, he was a trustee of Lasell College.

In addition to his wife of 62 years, Dr. Slack is survived by daughters Alison and Jennifer, son Charlie, and 7 grandchildren. Grandson Sean Peters died last year.

A memorial service will be held on Friday, July 27 at 3 pm at the Memorial Church in Harvard Yard, Cambridge, MA. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations be made to the Warner Slack Scholarship for Clinical Informatics, 1330 Beacon Street, Suite 400, Brookline, MA 02446.

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Dr.M. Murray Nierman, age 99, passed away peacefully at his home in Jupiter Florida, on July 11, 2018, just 7 weeks shy of his 100^th birthday.  He was born in Boston, MA on September 1, 1918 to loving parents Harry Nierman and Fannie (Melamed) Nierman. He attended; Boston College, Clark University, Chicago Medical School and did his internship in Hammond Indiana at St. Margaret’s Hospital. He was an Associate with the American Academy of Dermatology, a member of the faculty of Chicago Medical School, a member of the staff of St. Margaret’s Hospital and an author of numerous scientific articles published in medical journals. He also did investigative research for several pharmaceutical houses.  He served with the U.S. public health service in the US Navy. Among Murray’s many talents, he loved to write.  Two of his books: Patients and Ponies, and Doctors Who Walk On Water…drown, received wonderful accolades resulting in an invitation to appear on the Jack Paar Show. He loved to sing and often showered those around him with a melodic fond memory of the past. He had a passion for racehorses and reveled in running to the winners’ circle to greet one of his horses. For decades Dr. Nierman  had a dermatology practice in Calumet City, Illinois and then later for decades in Hammond, Indiana on River Oaks Drive.  Many of his patients would wait hours to see him.  His dedication to his patients was his passion. Left to honor Murray and remember his love are his 7 children, Robert (Gail), Michael, Bruce (Jeanne), Kevin (Michelle), Todd (Carolyn), Patricia, Nancy (David); ten grandchildren: Dawn, Heath, Katy, Jon, Ashley, Sasha, Christopher, Sarah, John Nierman and Kyle Black; nine great-grandchildren; and a beloved brother, Eddie, whom he dearly loved and respected; and many nieces and nephews. His wife Frances Frietag survives him. Murray was preceded in death by his beloved wife Betty Nierman: parents: Harry and Fannie:  brothers: Charlie, Nathan, Allan, Henry, and sisters: Lillian and Rae and his first grandson Derek. Graveside service at Staro Konstantinov cemetery, 776 Baker St., West Roxbury, MA on Sunday, July 15, 2018 at 1 pm. Following services family will be at the home of Ed Nierman till :8:00pm. The Nierman family would like to extend our gratitude to Firstat RN Care Management Services, Hospice of Palm Beach County and Broward County for their kind and tender care of Dr. Nierman in his final days.  A special thank you to Hermie Henry who has been his friend and caring special aide for the past five years. Murray will be remembered as a dedicated doctor, loving father, with an incredible sense of humor and passion for his patients.  When asked what was he particularly proud of in his life he said, “To be a Jewish Doctor” which brought tears to his eyes. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Challenge Unlimited, 450 Lowell St., Andover, MA 01810.