Jeffrey N. Goldstein-Of Dedham, on July 9, 2018.Dear son of Alan R. and Linda (Samuels) Goldstein. Devoted brother of Randall S. Goldstein and his wife Stephanie (Solakian).Loving uncle of Andrew and William Goldstein. Graveside service at Sharon Memorial Park, 40 Dedham St., Sharon, on Sunday, July 15, 2018 at 10:45 am. Please assemble behind The S. Philip Gopen Welcome Center. Following services, memorial observance will be at the home of Linda and Alan Goldstein until 8:00 pm. There will be no observance on Monday. Memorial observance will continue on Tuesday 6-8 pm. In lieu of flowers remembrances may be made to The Price Center, 20 Christina St., Suite 201,Newton, MA 02461.
of Canton, on July 8, 2018. Beloved wife of the late Prof. Sumner Greenfield. Devoted mother of Francey and Richard Cohen, Philip Greenfield, and Carolyn Sonnen. Cherished grandmother of Aaron Cohen, Jordy Cohen, Joann Greenfield, and Benjamin Greenfield. Services at the Sharon Memorial Park chapel, 40 Dedham St., Sharon, Tuesday, July 10, 2018 at 2:00 pm. Memorial observance at the home of Francey and Richard Cohen on Tuesday and Wednesday 4-8 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations in Marilyn’s memory may be made to the Jewish National Fund, 77 Franklin St., Boston, MA 02110.
Stanley L. Sobelman, of Sharon, died peacefully surrounded by his loving family on July 4, 2018. Beloved husband of the late Marilyn S. (Cohen) Sobelman. Devoted father of Nanci Cavarretta, Reena and Michael Sarnie, Remi and Gary Kuphal, and Marc and Karen Sobelman. Cherished grandfather of Marla and Patrick Quinn, Marissa Sarnie, Madison Kuphal, and Jason Kuphal. Adored great-grandfather of Lincoln Quinn. Dear brother of the late Frances Hyman. Services at Sharon Memorial Park, 40 Dedham St., Sharon (gather at administration building), on Sunday, July 8, 2018 at 10:45 am. Memorial observance will be held at the home of Nanci Cavarretta following the interment until 4 pm and on Monday from 4-7 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Dana Farber Cancer Institute, PO Box 849168, Boston, MA 02284.
Beckerman, Sally (Rubinoff), of Chestnut Hill, MA, formerly of Auburn, ME, on July 1, 2018. Beloved wife of the late Frank M. Beckerman. Devoted mother of Stephen Beckerman and his wife Gayle, Louis Beckerman and his wife Nancy, Neal Beckerman, and Nancy Hartman. Loving grandmother of Michael and Richard Beckerman, and Leslie Hartman. Proud great grandmother of Mills and Marlowe. Dear sister of the late Marcia Balter. Sally is survived by nephews Michael and James Balter. Services at Temple Israel, 477 Longwood Ave., Boston (parking attendants on the Riverway), on Tuesday, July 3, 2018 at 11:30 am. Following interment at Temple Israel Cemetery, Wakefield, MA, memorial observance will be at the home of Louis and Nancy Beckerman until 9 pm, and Wednesday, 1-5 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations in Sally’s memory may be made to Dana Farber Cancer Institute, PO Box 849168, Boston, MA 02284, or the Remission Foundation, www.remissionfoundation.org.
WAX, Marjorie (Wolf), on June 30, 2018. Beloved wife of the late Benjamin Wax. Devoted mother of Anne, Steven and the late Carol Wax, and sister of Janice Newman. We will remember Mom for her sense of fun, her love of Mah Jong and summers at the pool, and her passion for her work as a medical lab technician.
Graveside service at Adath Jeshrun Cemetery, 350 Grove St., West Roxbury, on Sunday, July 8, 2018 at 11:00 am. Following the service, a celebration of life will be held at West on Centre Restaurant, 1732 Centre St., West Roxbury, until 2 pm. Remembrances may be made to Hebrew Senior Life Memory Care Unit or the Alzheimer’s Association.
Marvin Sparrow died on Thursday, June 28, 2018. He was 92 years old. Widowed 22 years ago, after 44 years of marriage to his beloved wife, Dorothy, he is survived by his brother, Ephraim Sparrow, cousins, three children, Deborah, Joshua, and Ruth, two grandchildren, Mattias and Celine, his partner of the past 20 years, Hilda Bleyer, her children, grandchildren, and their spouses, partners, and other family members. In his last days, he took great care to express his gratitude to his family, friends, and devoted caregivers. He was born on October 18, 1925, in Hartford, Connecticut to Charles Sparrow and Frieda Gottlieb Sparrow, and took great pride in their traditions, their affiliation with Workmen’s Circle, and the model they transmitted to him of generosity, moral compass, and humility. He was a graduate of M.I.T. and Harvard Law School, and a veteran of the Korean War. He devoted his entire career as an attorney to the law firm of Goulston and Storrs where he cherished many close and caring relationships. He was always passionately committed to the causes of social justice, civil rights for all and to world peace, and to these ends, dedicated himself to nonprofits and philanthropies, including many associated with the Jewish faith. Services at The Wilson Chapel, 234 Herrick Rd., Newton Centre, on Monday, July 2, 2018 at 12:00 noon. Interment to follow at Sharon Memorial Park. Shiva will be held at his residence Monday thru Wednesday 5-7:30pm. In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to the American Constitution Society for Law and Policy (acslaw.org) and the New Israel Fund (nif.org).
Wigon, Mildred (Kaufman), of San Jose, CA, formerly of West Roxbury passed away on June 28, 2018. Devoted mother of James Wigon and his wife Marina of Brighton, MA, and Michael Wigon and his wife Robin of San Jose, CA. Proud grandmother of Samantha and Rachel Wigon. Loving sister of Thelma Goldman, and the late Sylvia Swartz. Graveside service at Sharon Memorial Park, 40 Dedham St., Sharon, MA on Friday, July 6, 2018 at 11:45 am. In lieu of flowers, donations in Mildred’s memory may be made to Jewish Family & Children’s Services, 1430 Main St., Waltham, MA 02451
Ethel Wagner passed away at the Tippett Hospice Home in Needham on February 21, 2017 at the age of 90.
She is survived by Wilbur, her loving husband of 70 years. She is remembered by her son, Steven Wagner and his wife Sandra, her daughter Cheryl Slesnick and her husband Michael, her son Robert Wagner and his wife Sharon, her son Bruce Wagner and his wife Nancy, her daughter Debra and her husband Abraham, grandchildren Dara Tsoukales and her husband Nikitas, Jacob Slesnick, Rosa Gonyer and her husband Drew, Emma Slesnick, Stacy Saldana and her husband Julian, Gregory Wagner, David Wagner and his wife Maria, Michael Wagner and his wife Rebecca, Ben Wagner, Max Wagner, Nathan Silverman, Matthew Silverman, great-grandchilren Nicholas Tsoukales, Noah Tsoukales, Liam Gonyer, Luke Wagner and Liam Saldana, and her sister-in law Valma Backer and her husband Jerry. She also leaves numerous nieces and nephews.
Ethel was born in St. Louis, MO on July 6, 1926. She graduated from high school in 1944. She met Wilbur when she was 16, and they married on March 31, 1946 after he returned from service in the Army. She worked as a comptometer operator during the war, and then after she married, she became a homemaker and loving mother to five children. She moved with Wilbur and their three children, Steven, Cheryl and Robert, to Los Angeles, CA in 1954, where son Bruce was born. The family moved to Northern California in 1958, where daughter Debra was born. Ethel made her home in various places in Northern California, including Mountain View, San Jose, Saratoga and Carmel with the children, and later in San Francisco and San Diego when the children were grown.
Everywhere she lived, she made a home for the family, enjoyed making new friends and joined a synagogue. She was a member of Hadassah for many years. She regularly played Mahjong with her friends. She had a sewing machine and enjoyed making clothes for herself and her children. She also enjoyed knitting and crocheting. In 2009, Ethel and Wilbur moved to West Hartford, CT to live with her daughter Debra, her husband Abraham and their children. In 2013, Ethel moved to Newton to be close to her daughter Cheryl and husband Michael and their children. Ethel and Wilbur moved to Sunrise Assisted Living in Wayland in August of 2016.
Ethel’s family was the greatest joy of her life. She was a very loving and caring wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and aunt.
Wilbur Malcolm Wagner (‘Will”) passed away at the Falls at Cordingly Dam on June 18, 2018 at the age of 95.
He was predeceased by Ethel, his loving wife of 70 years. He is remembered by his son, Steven Wagner and his wife Sandra, his daughter Cheryl Slesnick and her husband Michael, his son Robert Wagner and his wife Sharon, his son Bruce Wagner and his wife Nancy, his daughter Debra and her husband Abraham, grandchildren Dara Tsoukales and her husband Nikitas, Jacob Slesnick and his fiancée Pinki, Rosa Gonyer and her husband Drew, Emma Slesnick, Stacy Saldana and her husband Julian, Gregory Wagner and his wife Stacy, David Wagner and his wife Maria, Michael Wagner and his wife Rebecca, Ben Wagner, Max Wagner, Nathan Silverman, Matthew Silverman, great-grandchilren Nicholas Tsoukales, Noah Tsoukales, Liam Gonyer, Luke Wagner and Liam Saldana, and his brother-in law Jerry Backer. He also leaves numerous nieces and nephews.
Will was born in St. Louis, MO on April 24, 1923. He graduated from high school in 1941. He met Ethel in 1942 when he was 19 and she was 16. He worked for a while driving a truck in his father’s delivery company until he was drafted into the Army in 1943, where he spent 2 ½ years in Australia, primarily in Darwin. He worked as a clerk in the Adjutant General’s office. He was responsible for sending and receiving messages, which were secretive, and he often knew about troop movements in advance. Will and Ethel married on March 31, 1946, after he was discharged from the Army. Will worked for his father again and then started his retail career as a furniture salesman for a department store. By 1953, he and Ethel had three children, Steven, Cheryl and Robert.
Will always wanted to work for himself, and he accepted an opportunity to go into a retail appliance business with a relative in Los Angeles, where the family moved in 1954 and son Bruce was born two years later. Unfortunately, the venture did not work out as planned and Will went back to selling furniture. The family moved to Northern California in 1958, where Will opened a seat cover and muffler businesses and where daughter Debra was born in 1962. Will sold that business after about seven years and later opened an automatic transmission business and a mattress business. After exiting those business, Will went back to selling furniture for the last 20 years of his career. The family made their home in various places in Northern California, including Mountain View, San Jose, Saratoga and Carmel Valley with the children, and in later years in San Francisco, Springfield, MA, San Diego, West Hartford, CT and Newton, MA.
While the family moved a lot, many of the homes were custom homes that Will had designed and had built for the family. The first custom home was in Van Nuys, CA, followed by a home in Saratoga and two homes in Carmel, where Will had bought a piece of property. Will acted as the general contractor for both Carmel homes. Robert and Bruce assisted a carpenter in building the first home, and then after Will subdivided the property and sold the first home, Robert and Bruce built the second house by themselves! The second home was sold in 1983, and Will and Ethel moved to San Francisco.
In 2009, Will and Ethel moved to West Hartford, CT to live with their daughter Debra, her husband Abraham and their children. In 2013, they moved to an apartment in Newton to be close to their daughter Cheryl and husband Michael and their children. In 2016, they moved to Sunrise Assisted Living in Wayland, and Will moved to the Falls at Cordingly Dam after Ethel passed away in February 2017.
Will had an outgoing personality coupled with a great sense of humor, and wherever he moved over the years, people always enjoyed getting to know him and spend time with him. He enjoyed watching many sports, including baseball, football, basketball and golf. Baseball was always his favorite, going back to his youth as a fan of the St. Louis Cardinals. After he retired, he worked as an usher for the San Francisco Giants. He also owned a sailboat for a while when he lived in San Francisco.
Will was a very loving and caring husband, and a role model for his 5 children, 12 grandchildren, 5 great-grandchildren (with one more on the way that he learned about two weeks ago). He will be missed by all.
Jacob Schlitt, beloved father, grandfather, husband, activist and public servant, died in Boston at the age of 90 on Friday, June 22, 2018 / 9th of Tammuz 5778. Jacob spent his life fighting for “a shenere un besere velt,” a better and more beautiful world. An advocate for labor, civil rights, Yiddish culture and democratic socialism, Schlitt was honored in 2014 by the Boston Democratic Socialists of America with the Debs-Thomas-Bernstein Award. He is survived by his wife, Frances Morrill Schlitt and their son, David (Sarah); his first wife, Sylvia Schlitt, and their three children, Carol (Alan), Lewis (Nina) and Martha (Mark); and grandchildren Miles, Henry and Elliott.
Jacob Schlitt was born in the Bronx in 1927, the only child of Celia Schlitt (nee Goldstein) and Louis Schlitt. Celia was a garment-worker and self-taught intellectual who participated in New York’s 1910 cloakmakers strike and raised Jacob alone following the death of her husband in 1931. He attended Knowlton Junior High, Stuyvesant High School and the City College of New York. Growing up during the Great Depression, Jacob and his friends forged a social group called the ROL, for “Reading Out Loud.” The ROL grew to include spouses, children, and grandchildren, and comprises an extended family with whom Schlitt shared life-long bonds.
At CCNY in the late 1940s he was a member of the Congress of Racial Equality, and active in the student strike against racism and anti-Semitism. In 1950 he became an organizer for the International Ladies Garment Workers Union, then a staffer for the Jewish Labor Committee before becoming Education Director of the Amalgamated Laundry Workers Union. While there Jake volunteered with the Brotherhood of Sleeping Car Porters for the historic 1963 March on Washington, bringing five busloads of Laundry Workers to the March. On the staff of the US Commission on Civil Rights since 1965, he was named Director of the newly formed New England regional office in 1979. Jake then helped found the Greater Boston Civil Rights Coalition, and was an early participant in the Greater Boston Interfaith Organization.
Schlitt has been a member of the Workmen’s Circle since 1956, and served as president of the Boston chapter. In 1973 Jake participated in the founding convention of the Democratic Socialist Organizing Committee, which later evolved into the DSA. In retirement he continued to serve on the New England Jewish Labor Committee’s Executive Board.
Schlitt loved music and the visual arts, was an accomplished amateur sculptor and master joke-teller. In his retirement he penned hundreds of autobiographical essays and participated in the Brookline Senior Center’s memoir-writing group, “Telling Your Story.” Jake leaves a legacy of unconditional love for his wife, four adult children, and their families. He took great joy in knowing that they, each in their own way, were committed to the ideals of bread and roses. He spent his ninetieth birthday surrounded by his family trading jokes and stories from a life rich with both.
Funeral Service to be held at 1pm on Monday, June 25 at Wilson Chapel, 234 Herrick Rd, Newton, MA 02459. Shiva at the home of Fran Morrill Schlitt. Contributions may be made in Jacob’s name to the Boston Workmen’s Circle.
Kolb, Elsie (Seidelson), of Natick, MA, formerly of Pittsburgh, PA, on June 19, 2018. Beloved wife of Alfred Kolb. Loving mother of Matthew Robinowitz and his wife Michelle Levy, and Ellen Hart and her husband Daniel. Dear grandmother of Gabriel & Jamie Hart, and Jordan Gold. Loving sister of the late David Seidelson. Graveside services at Framingham-Natick Hebrew Cemetery, 40 Fairview Ave., Natick, MA, on Thursday, June 21, 2018 at 2 pm. Memorial observance will be at the home of Sharon and Evan Gold until 8 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations in Elsie’s memory may be made to Care Dimensions, 75 Sylvan St., Danvers, MA 01923, the Jewish National Fund, 77 Franklin St., 5141l, Boston, MA 02110, or the charity of your choice.
CORKIN, Donald Alan, 71, of Quincy, formerly of Brookline, died on June 17, 2018. He leaves his three siblings, Charles (Bud) Corkin, his wife Mary of St. George, UT, Jane Corkin of Toronto, Canada, and Patricia (Sparky) Kennedy, and her husband Jake Kennedy of Salem, NH. He was the beloved Uncle to Joseph Z. (Zac) Corkin, Damon Corkin and his wife Angela Veliz, Jocelyn Corkin and her husband Peter Mortimer, John (Jake) Corkin and his wife Amber, Averill Corkin, Alyse Kennedy Maybee and her husband Ryerson, Zachary Kennedy and his wife Samantha, Dean Kennedy, and Sean (Chippy) Kennedy. He also leaves behind his adored grandnieces and nephews; Charles (Trey), Colette and Wesley Donald Corkin, Olivia and Stella Corkin, Pia and Xavier (Xavi) Mortimer, Johnny and Charlie Marie Corkin, and Amelia Frances Kennedy.
The second son of the late Joseph Z. Corkin and Frances D. Corkin, Donald grew up in Brookline. He was known for his mastery in backgammon, uncanny ability to remember birth and wedding dates, and his riddles and jokes, which can best be described as enticingly platitudinous. An avid Red Sox fan, Donald famously predicted that the Sox would win the World Series in 2004. Lost to the annals of history is the fact that he predicted their win every year they didn’t. Donald was a fixture at Tony’s Clam Shop on Wollaston Beach in Quincy where he could be seen eating clam rolls with his nieces and nephews, and at Zaftigs Delicatessen in Brookline MA, where he is still lamenting how they changed their potato latke recipe. His phone calls, endless positive energy and love will be greatly missed.
As a young man Donald survived two brain tumor surgeries. He spent his whole life raising awareness and funds for the Brain Tumor Society and could be seen every October at the Boston Brain Tumor Walk. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made in his honor to the National Brain Tumor Society, braintumor.org.
Relatives and friends will gather for Donald’s funeral at the Sharon Memorial Park S. Philip Gopen Welcome Center and Chapel on Thursday, June 21, at 10am – 40 Dedham St., Sharon, MA. Shiva will be held on Thursday at 35 Lakeshore Rd., Salem, NH, from 1:00 – 8:00 pm.
Kress, Martin R., “Marty” of Needham, MA, passed away on June 17, 2018. Beloved husband of Helene (Wolper) Kress. Devoted father of Ronnie Haas and her husband Christopher, and Carol Kress and her spouse Donna Giuffrida. Proud grandfather of Michael Haas and his wife Lidia Chia Jimenez, and Rachel Haas. Friend, movie maven, and lover of life. The world never stopped amazing him, and he shared that amazement with everyone around him. Services at Temple Beth Elohim, 10 Bethel Rd., Wellesley, MA on Thursday, June 21, 2018 at 10:30 am. Interment at Sharon Memorial Park, 40 Dedham St., Sharon, MA. Memorial observance will be at the Kress residence from 4-8 pm Thursday, continuing Friday 1-4 pm & Saturday, 7-9 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to Temple Beth Elohim, c/o the Adult Learning Fund, 10 Bethel Rd., Wellesley, MA 02481.
Died peacefully at Hebrew Senior Life in Roslindale (MA) on June 18, 2018.
Over the arc of a long and rich life that began in a Dorchester tenement, Harold’s hero was the great French chemist Louis Pasteur, and he knew from a young age that he, too, wanted to be a chemist. (Among his first experiments, he loved to recall, was developing the perfect stink bomb as a young boy in Boston.) As a teen, to help support his family during the depths of the Great Depression, Harold worked a variety of jobs. On weekdays, in the pre-dawn before school, he sold newspapers on Washington Street. On evenings and weekends, he set pins at a downtown bowling alley. Throughout, his early interest in chemistry remained constant. Through hard work and determination, and despite difficult family circumstances, he launched his career, which was largely self-taught, as a laboratory technician right after high school. He met his future wife, Sireen, also a lab technician, during this period. At the outbreak of WWII, he joined the Army, and was sent overseas to serve at a hospital laboratory in England, where he heard airplanes passing overhead, heading south on D-Day. Later that day, he helped attend to some of the first evacuated casualties.
Returning home, he married Sireen in 1947, and took a job as a clinical chemist with Boston Medical Laboratory where he spent his professional career, rising to Director before finally retiring in 1983. (He often joked that, while he might have been a pretty good chemist, he was a lousy businessman: two separate inventions were later patented by larger, commercial laboratories.) In retirement, he went back to school to receive his bachelor’s degree. In 1987, he earned a master’s in gerontology from UMass Boston, after which he spent more than a decade advocating on behalf of the Bay State’s senior citizens.
Outside the lab (and even in it), Harold was as well-known for his keen wit and intellect as he was for his lifelong curiosity and his ever-present, irrepressible sense of humor. He was passionate about progressive politics, photography, classical music, and above all, the outdoors. He took his family tent-camping every summer, from Cape Cod, to the White Mountains, to the Bay of Fundy
Harold was a sweet, patient, and generous person. He inspired kindness and humor in everyone he met. He died less than three weeks after celebrating his 101st birthday, surrounded by his loving family. His warm, ready, signature smile will be deeply missed.
He was preceded in death by his wife of 47 years, Sireen (nee Rabinovitz), and is survived by his children Victor Reinstein, Ruth Reinstein Rogers, Ted Reinstein, and William Reinstein, as well as 11 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.
Funeral Service to be held at 1:00 PM on Tuesday, June 19 at Temple B’nai Israel, 1 Wave Avenue, Revere, Massachusetts. Shiva at the home of Bill and Marcia Reinstein, 15 White Oak Lane, Sudbury, MA from 7-9 pm on Tuesday and Wednesday. Shiva will continue at the home of Victor and Mieke, https://Neharshalom.org/shiva-information/. Contributions may be made in Harold’s name to: Hebrew Senior Life, and The Texas Civil Rights Project
Martin Roger Kress-of Needham,on June 17, 2018.Services at Temple Beth Elohim,10 Bethel Rd.,Wellesley,on Thursday, June 21, 2018 at 10:30 am. Complete notice to follow.
Jankelle, Jennie (Shultz), formerly of the West End and later Dedham, passed away on June 16, 2018.
Beloved wife of the late Harry Jankelle. She is survived by her loving children, Alan Jankelle, Deborah Jankelle Salant and her husband David, and the late Michael Jankelle. She was loved and cherished by her four grandchildren, Jacob, Rebecca, Ilana and Max Salant. Dear sister of the late David and Morris Shultz and Rose Glickstein. Graveside service will be held at Agudath Israel Cemetery, 776 Baker Street, West Roxbury on Sunday, June 24, 2018 at 1:00 pm. Following the graveside service, a memorial service will be held at Newbridge on the Charles, 7000 Great Meadow Rd, Dedham at 2:30 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations in Jennie’s memory may be made to Honor Flight New England, PO Box 16287, Hooksett, NH 03106 – www.honorflightnewengland.com
Of Framingham, suddenly on June 16, 2018. Longtime companion of Mary Campbell. Devoted father of Wendy Issokson and her husband Alan and Kim Oskam and her husband JC. Loving grandfather of Leah, Amanda, Lexi, Lindsay, and Alex. Brother of Roger Gould. Service will be private. Donations in Bill’s memory may be made to the Wounded Warrior Project, Box 758517, Topeka, KS, 66675 – woundedwarriorproject.org
RACHINS, Arlene (Tack) 88 years old, of Chestnut Hill and Florida, passed away peacefully on Friday, June 15, 2018, two years after the loss of her beloved husband of 62 years, Richard S. Rachins. She was a loyal, loving and nurturing daughter, sister, aunt, wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother. Beloved wife of Richard S. Rachins; Loving mother of Gerri Rachins Arnold and Nanci Sharon, and their husbands, Robert F. Arnold and Douglas Sharon; Cherished grandmother of Jeffrey Sharon and Carly Wimpfheimer, and her husband Chris Wimpfheimer; Cherished great grandmother of Chase Wimpfheimer; Cherished step grandmother of Lindsy B. Connolly, and Robert B. Arnold; Dear aunt of several nieces and nephews. Arlene was a multi-talented woman. She excelled at every endeavor that she undertook. She was a beautiful ice dancer, a professional figure skating teacher, sculptor, pianist, gardener, golfer, and bridge player. Earlier in her life she worked as a lab technician and physician’s assistant for many years. Arlene was a lover of life and people, and people loved her. She made friends wherever she went. She loved Nature, and particularly loved being near the ocean at Mashnee Island, Cape Cod. She had her beautiful dog, Gracie by her side since the loss of her loving husband. Services at Temple Israel, 477 Longwood Avenue, Boston, on Tuesday, June 19th at 11:00am. Interment to follow at Boston United Hand in Hand Cemetery, 2690 Centre St., West Roxbury. Memorial observance in celebration of her life, at the home of Gerri Rachins Arnold and Robert Arnold immediately following the burial. In lieu of flowers donations in memory of Arlene Tack Rachins may be made to Artists For Humanity https://afhboston.org/ or Women’s Lunch Place, Boston https://womenslunchplace.org/support-us/donate/
Israel, Alvin J., age 72, of Needham, on June 14, 2018. Beloved husband of Diane M. (Cohen) Israel with whom he shared 49 years of marriage. Devoted father of Jason Israel and his wife Marni of Holliston and Michelle Bistany and her husband Erik of Watertown. Cherished grandfather of Max, Sophie, and Sam Israel and Goldie Bistany. Loving brother of Bernice Rieders Sickle of Jupiter, FL. Dear uncle of William Rieders and Deborah Rieders. Services at the Sharon Memorial Park Chapel, 40 Dedham St., Sharon, on Monday, June 18, 2018 at 10:00 am. Following interment, memorial observance will be held at the home of Alvin & Diane Israel until 5 pm, and will continue on Monday from 7-9 pm and Tuesday 1-4 & 6-8 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Tippett Hospice Home in memory of Alvin Israel to support patient care at VNA Care, Fund Development, 199 Rosewood Drive, Suite 180, Danvers, MA 01923 or via www.vnacare.org. or to the Pancreatic Cancer Research Fund at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center by visiting www.bidmc.org/giving or by check made payable to “Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center” and mailed to Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Office of Development, 330 Brookline Ave (OV), Boston, MA 02215.
Philip S. Markell-of Wellesley, formerly of Brookline, on June 13, 2018. Beloved husband of Claudette. Devoted father of Mark Markell and Beverly Markell. Cherished grandfather of Zachary and Rachel Markell. Devoted brother of the late Eileen Reiss. Philip was the owner of the famous Elsie’s Deli in Harvard Square. The family will receive guests at The Golden Temple Restaurant,1651 Beacon St., Brookline, on Friday, June 15th from 2:30-5:30 pm. In lieu of flowers remembrances may be made to The West End House, 105 Allston St., Allston, MA 02134. Army veteran of the Korean War.
Caplan, Irving M., age 89, of West Palm Beach, FL and Chestnut Hill, MA, on June 11, 2018. Cherished husband for 55 years of Harriett (Greenberg) Caplan. Beloved father of Felice Caplan and Marc Caplan. Brother of the late Leonard Caplan and Burton Caplan. Services at the Sharon Memorial Park Chapel, 40 Dedham St., Sharon, on Thursday, June 14, 2018 at 10:00 am. Following interment, memorial observance will be held at the Greenbrook Clubhouse, 400 Island St.,Stoughton, from 1-4 & 6-9 pm and will continue on Friday from 11am-2pm. In lieu of flowers,donations in Irving’s memory may be made to Make-A-Wish Foundation, One Bulfinch Place,Boston, MA 02114, www.wish.org.
Douglas A. “Doug” Pennington, Jr., age 51, of East Bridgewater, died unexpectedly on June 9, 2018. He was the beloved husband of Ellen K. (Bayne) Pennington, Chair of the East Bridgewater School Committee and with whom he shared 19 years of marriage.
Born in New Brunswick, NJ, he was the son of the late Douglas A. Pennington, Sr. and Ellen L. (Stewart) Pennington. Doug was employed by the Healthedge Company of Burlington where he was a Senior Software Quality Assurance Engineer. A dedicated family man, Doug’s care of the home and children enabled Ellen to be a very involved community activist. He will be always remembered as a very patient man who had a great sense of humor. Doug’s enjoyments included spending time with his family, reading, watching movies, comics, and Sci-Fi.
In addition to Ellen, Doug is survived by his cherished children Beth (14), Olivia (12), and Benjamin (11); his brother, Arthur; his chosen family, The Beck’s; as well as many loving cousins and extended family members. Doug will be missed by his faithful dog, Teddie.
Calling hours at the Russell & Pica Funeral Home, 441 South Main St., (Rt. 28) West Bridgewater on Wednesday, June 13, 2018 from 4:00-6:00 PM, followed by a funeral service at 6:00 PM.
Jack Gerber-of Needham, on June 7, 2018. Beloved husband of Bette Ann (Barenholtz) Gerber. Devoted father of Neal Gerber and his wife Gina, Jill Appell and her late husband Marc, and Dana Gerber. Dear grandfather of Sara Berenberg, Benjamin Dip-Gerber and Cara Avedissian and the late Jesse Appell. Loving great-grandfather of Jaxon Michael Dip. Dear brother of Burt Gerber and his wife Marcia and brother-in-law of Barbara Gerber. Services at the Sharon Memorial Park Chapel, 40 Dedham St., Sharon, on Sunday, June 10, 2018 at 12:00 noon. Following interment, memorial observance will be at his residence until 6:oo pm and will continue on Monday 6-8 pm. In lieu of flowers remembrances may be made to The American Heart Association, 300 5th Ave., Waltham, MA 02451.
Dolly Misch-of Wayland, May 31,2018. Beloved wife of the late Richard Misch. Graveside service at Lincoln Memorial Park, Warwick, RI, on Monday, June 4, 2018 at 12:00 noon.
Of Lexington, on May 31, 2018. Cherished son of Arthur Orenberg and the late Annabelle (Ellis) Orenberg of Lexington. Devoted father of Jessica Orenberg of Stoughton. Loving brother of Joan Orenberg of Coconut Creek, FL, and Ellen Chertov and her husband Leny of West Roxbury. Dear uncle of Mick and Alex. Service at Temple Emunah, 9 Piper Rd., Lexington, Sunday, June 3, 2018 at 12:00 noon. Interment in the Anshe Sfard Cemetery, 776 Baker St., West Roxbury. Shiva will be held at the home of Ellen and Leny Chertov following interment until 8 pm and Monday and Tuesday 4-7 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Cancer Society, 30 Speen St., Framingham, MA 01701.
Age 75, of Framingham, passed away May 30, 2018. Beloved wife of Michael. Devoted daughter of the late Mildred and David Lurensky of Newton. Proud mother of Jennifer Swidler of New York City. Longtime teacher at Angier School, Waban, MA. Services at Sharon Memorial Park Chapel, 40 Dedham St., Sharon, on Sunday, June 3, 2018 at 2:00 pm. Donations may be made to Dana Farber Cancer Institute, c/o Women’s Cancers-Breast Oncology, 450 Brookline Ave., Boston, MA 02215.
Of Naples, FL, on May 30, 2018. Beloved husband of the late Sandra S. (Rosenberg) Cooper. Graveside service at Sharon Memorial Park, 40 Dedham St., Sharon, Sunday, June 3, 2018 at 10:45 am.
Of Holden, formerly of Newton, passed away peacefully at his home on May 30th at the age of 61.
He was the cherished son of Roberta Cantor and the late Marvin Cantor. Devoted father of Sarah Cantor of Shrewsbury and Rebecca Cantor of Holden. Loving brother of Deborah Cantor Neipris of Needham. Dear uncle to Alison Neipris McGrath and her husband Patrick McGrath of Milton and Jonathan Neipris of Needham. Great uncle to Jameson and Jackson McGrath. He will missed by his dog Jack.
Michael attended CW Post and graduated from the University of Tampa. Michael cherished working closely with his father in business. He cared deeply for his family. Michael was an avid sports fan, had a love for animals, and loved attending concerts. He lived each and every day to the fullest and touched the lives of all of those he met. He will be greatly missed.
Graveside service at Sharon Memorial Park, 40 Dedham St., Sharon (gather at administration building), Sunday, June 3, 2018 at 2:45 pm. Shiva will be observed following the service until 8:00pm at the home of Alison & Patrick McGrath. Donations in Michael’s memory may be made to Dr. Phillipe Armands Research Program, c/o Dana Farber Cancer Institute, 450 Brookline Ave., Boston, MA 02215.
Peter Alan Rabinowitz – well known raconteur, businessman, passionate fly-fisherman, chef, traveller – died on May 27, 2018 in Boston, Massachusetts.
A master of the Executive Search business, Peter founded PAR Associates over 45 years ago and in that time influenced hundreds of organizations and individuals through building leadership teams in the public, private and not-for-profit sectors. Famously known as ‘the Rabbi’ within his chosen field, Peter’s impact on his clients, many of whom became life-long friends, was extraordinary; his favorite saying, “burn with a clear blue flame,” continues to guide many a career. His capacity for great friendship was boundless.
Fly-fishing was Peter’s passion; he loved nothing more than whiling away an afternoon at the Norfolk Trout Club or in New Zealand, the Bahamas, Montana and Argentina. Really, any stream would do – especially with his son, Jason, by his side.
When you met Peter, the first thing he would talk of was his love for his partner, Judith, and their remarkable life together commuting between Toronto and Boston, traveling near and far, attending all manner of artistic performances and events; and of a long, devoted friendship with Maynard and Suzanne Goldman.
Peter grew up in Brookline, MA, where he was born in 1944, the son of Joy and the late Samuel Rabinowitz. He attended Milton Academy and was a graduate of Lawrence University in Appleton WI, and the Jacob Hiatt Institute of Brandeis University. Throughout his life, he supported many charitable organizations including the Institute of Contemporary Art, American Jewish World Service, WGBH, and Landmarks Orchestra.
He is survived by his partner, Judith Gelber, as well as his mother, Joy Rabinowitz, son Jason Rabinowitz, daughter and son-in-law Lauren and Daniel Singer, grandchildren Aiden and Ariel Singer, his twin sister Wendy Gralnek, and brother-in-law, Maurice, and his brother Michael Rabinowitz.
In lieu of flowers, donations to the Judith Gelber & Peter Rabinowitz Fund at Canada’s National Ballet School (Toronto), or Research Fund c/o Dr. Glenn Bubley, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (Boston) would be most appreciated.
The Funeral will take place on Thursday, May 31, 2018 at 1:30 pm at Temple Israel, 477 Longwood Ave., Boston.
A celebration of life for Peter will take place in Toronto soon.
Polakoff, Blossom (Reyn), of Boca Raton, FL, formerly of Brookline, MA, passed away on May 24, 2018. Beloved wife of the late Eugene Polakoff. Devoted mother of Joyce Weiner, and Michael Polakoff. Proud grandmother of Kristina Polakoff. Loving sister of the late Phyllis Diamond. Graveside service at Sharon Memorial Park, 40 Dedham St., Sharon, MA, on Wednesday, May 30, 2018 at 11:45 am. In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be made to Trustbridge Hospice, 5300 East Ave., West Palm Beach, FL 33407.
Stephen M. Mindich, age 74, of Newton, Provincetown, and Boca Raton, FL, the founder of the Phoenix Media/Communications Group, passed away on May 23, 2018. Beloved husband to Judge Maria Lopez. Devoted father of Bradley Mindich and his wife Rachael. Dear brother of Bruce Mindich. Loving grandfather of Alex and Chip Mindich. Dear step-father of Michael Michaud; David Michaud and his wife Christen. Step-grandfather of Zachary, Lola and Michael Michaud.
Stephen’s extraordinary influence and impact is recognized locally, regionally, and nationally across media, the arts, politics, culture, technology, and social initiatives. He was tirelessly committed to excellence and creativity in all of his entrepreneurial endeavors, and equally as committed to free speech, social justice, and equality. Over his lifetime, his presence was often described and experienced as a force of nature, and he leaves a professional and personal legacy that is unmatched.
A celebration of Stephen’s life will be held at the Pine Brook Country Club, 42 Newton St., Weston, on Wednesday, May 30, 2018 from 4-7:30 pm. Donations in his memory may be made to the Anti-Defamation League, 40 Court St., #12, Boston, MA 02108.
Mikels, Charlotte (Shapiro), of Brookline, formerly of Newton and Chestnut Hill, passed away May 19, 2018. Beloved wife of the late Albert L. Mikels. Devoted mother of Richard Mikels and his wife Debbie, and Jack Mikels and his wife Rochelle. Dear grandmother of Allison Mikels, Robert Mikels, Amy Leshinsky and her husband Michael, Jennifer Mikels and her husband Daniel Murphy, Andrew Mikels, and Marisa Mikels. Proud great-grandmother of Rebecca and Hannah. Loving sister of the late David O. Shapiro. Two-decade career at Bloomindale’s in Chestnut Hill, serving as the Manager’s Assistant, working in all areas of shop; First independent-living resident at NewBridge on the Charles in Dedham; Ward coordinator for the Eugene McCarthy Presidential campaign in 1968; Founder and Superintendent of the Oak Hill Park Jewish Sunday School. Graveside service at Sharon Memorial Park, Monday, May 21, 2018 at 1:45 pm. Following services, memorial observance will be at the home of Jack and Rochelle Mikels, and will continue Tuesday, 2-4 pm, & 6-9 pm. Memorial observance will be held at the Home of Richard and Debbie Mikels, Wednesday, May 23rd, 2-4 & 7-9:30 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be made to Hebrew SeniorLife, c/o NewBridge on the Charles, 7000 Great Meadow Rd., Dedham, MA 02026.
Zimmerman, Lorraine (Kopman), of Dedham, MA, formerly of Randolph, MA, and Brooklyn, NY, passed away on May 19, 2018. Beloved wife of Jerry Zimmerman. Devoted mother of Sharon Salwen and her husband Jon, and Roger Zimmerman and his wife Susan. Proud grandmother of Amanda, Ben, Lila, Kira, and Alli. Dear sister of Harold Kopman and his wife Barbara. Founding member of Temple Beth David of Canton, MA, school psychologist and Director of Special Services in the Braintree, MA public schools. From 1982-1983, Lorraine and Jerry spent a meaningful year in Israel, during which time she trained psychologists. Services will be held at the Wilson Chapel, 234 Herrick Rd., Newton Centre, MA, on Tuesday, May 22, 2018 at 11:00 am. Following interment at Temple Israel Cemetery, 492 North Ave., Wakefield, MA, memorial reception will be at Greatmeadow Hall 5000 Great Meadow Rd., Dedham MA. beginning at 3 pm. Shiva will take place on Tuesday from 7-9 pm at the Zimmerman Residence and Wednesday 5-7 pm at the Chapel at Newbridge, 5000 Greatmeadow Rd., Dedham, MA. In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Lorraine may be made to Hebrew SeniorLife, 1200 Centre St., Boston MA 02131 or to The Eli and Bessie Cohen Foundation, 888 Worcester St., Wellesley, MA 02482.
Ronald Selwyn Pritzker, age 91, of Hyannis, formerly of Newton, MA, passed away May 15, 2018. Beloved husband for 64 years of Avis Pritzker. Devoted father of Barry Pritzker and his wife Donna Heiland, and Jane Goldstein and her husband Howard. Proud poppa of Olivia, Alex, Jenny and Aaron. Brown University Class of ’49. A man of principle and honor, he will be sorely missed by his family and friends whom he deeply loved. Graveside service at Mishkan Tefila Memorial Park, 2690 Centre St., West Roxbury, MA, on Thursday, May 17, 2018 at 1 pm. Following services Shiva will be held at the home of Jane and Howard Goldstein, and will continue Friday 2-5 pm. Donations may be made to Brown University or Cape Cod Hospital.
of Dedham, formerly of Sharon, on May 15, 2018. Beloved wife of the late Richard Pliskin. Devoted mother of Debbi Baker and her husband Gerry and Marni Cappe and her husband Mel. Cherished grandmother of Danny Cappe and his wife Hilary Smee and Emily Innerkofler and her husband Florian. Loving great-grandmother of Theo, Asher, Stella, and Mica. Dear sister of Jan Civian. Graveside services at Sharon Memorial Park, 40 Dedham St., Sharon, (gather at the Administration Bldg), Thursday, May 17, 2018 at 12:45 pm. Following services a memorial gathering will be held at NewBridge on the Charles, 6000 Great Meadow Rd., Dedham. In lieu of flowers, donations in Barbara’s memory may be made to a charity of one’s own choosing.
age 96, passed peacefully on Monday, May 14, 2018, after a short illness. She was a most beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, aunt, and dear friend to many. She spent her life helping others in various volunteer capacities, especially with the mentally ill and the blind. She spent most of her life on Long Island with her loving husband Irving, and then many years after his death was able to enjoy her eighties in a loving partnership with Al. Her last seven years were spent at the Scandinavian Living Center in West Newton, close to her daughter Jane, son-in-law Robert, granddaughter Greta and husband Matt, and her three great-granddaughters, Gracie, Harper, and Georgia, and on the phone frequently with her son River in California. She is described by all who knew her as loving, kind, generous, dynamic, sweet—a positive encouraging spirit to all. She always dressed impeccably and was interested in everything. She was dearly loved and will be greatly missed by her family and friends. Donations in Yvette’s memory may be made to the Perkins School for the Blind.
of Lexington, formerly of NY, on May 13, 2018. Beloved wife of the late David E. Haft. Devoted mother of Rachel Haft and Daniel Haft. Loving grandmother of Julia, David, Benjamin, and Lara. Services will be held in New York.
SOOLMAN, Harvey of Medford died unexpectedly on May 13, 2018 at age 68. Son of the late Florence (Lazarus) Soolman and the late Louis Soolman, both of Brookline; beloved brother of the late Marsha (Soolman) Markir of Onset; Arnold Soolman of Needham; Roberta Soolman of Ashland; and Marilynn (Soolman) Bianchini of Taunton. Uncle to David Wakstein of Natick, David Morrison of Milford, Zachary Soolman of Wenham and Jonah Soolman of Needham. Devoted parent to his cherished cat Rascal. Harvey was an accountant by day and a writer by heart who authored many stage plays and published two detective novels. He was also a player and coach in the Boston Park League for 50 years, a junior varsity baseball coach at Newton South High School, a coach at Brookline High School and an umpire for several baseball leagues. In 2015, he was elected to the Boston Park League Hall of Fame and Yawkey League Hall of Fame – only the 12th person to be inducted into both. Harvey leaves his aunts, Paula (Lazarus) Corwin of Tarzana, CA; Celia (Soolman) Turok of Stoughton, Barbara (Soolman) Goodman and his uncle Charlie Goodman of Stoughton; many cousins and countless friends and colleagues around the world who will profoundly miss him. Remembrances may be made in Harvey’s memory to the American Heart Association (www.heart.org) or Kitty Connection, a cat shelter where he volunteered (www.kittyconnection.net).
A memorial service and reception in honor of Harvey Soolman will be held on Monday, June 18, 2018 from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the State Street Pavilion Club at Fenway Park, 20 Jersey Street entrance (formerly Yawkey Way). Courtesy parking is available after 5 p.m. in the lot at 73 Brookline Avenue (cross street is Jersey Street, formerly Yawkey Way).
Myrna (Oven) Alford – age 73, of Newton, MA, on May 11, 2018. Beloved wife of Harvey Alford for 56 years. Devoted mother of Stuart Alford and his wife, Laurie, Larry Alford and his wife Jordana, and Julie Stonehill and her husband Ari. Dear Nana of Jacob, Shira, Hannah, Noah, Arielle, Leah, and Mikayla. Daughter of the late Ida and Jack Oven, daughter-in-law of the late Sylvia and Arnold Alford. Loving sister of Roberta Brener and Eliott Oven and his wife Jenice. Loving aunt, cousin and friend to many. Services at Wilson Chapel, 234 Herrick Rd., Newton, MA, on Monday, May 14, 2018 at 1:00 pm. Interment to follow at Adath Jeshurun Cemetery, Grove Street, West Roxbury. Memorial observance at the home of Julie and Ari Stonehill on Monday, May 14 following interment until 8:00 pm, continuing on May 15 and 16 from 10:30 am to 1 pm and 6-8:30 pm, and at the home of Larry and Jordana Alford on May 17 from 2-4 pm & 7-9 pm and on May 18 from 2 pm to 4 pm. Minyan at 7 pm on Monday and at 7:30 pm on all other days.In lieu of flowers, donations in Myrna’s memory may be made to the General Israel Orphan Home for Girls, 132 Nassau Street Suite 725, New York, NY 10038 www.gioh.org.
Opper, Alfreda (Selib), age 105, of Brockton, & Hull, MA, on May 11, 2018. Beloved wife of the late Edward J. Opper. Devoted mother of Barbara Spector and her late husband Elliot, Susan Minkin-Saari and her late husband Richard, and John Opper. Dear grandmother of Anne Spector, Joseph Spector and his wife Marilyn, Seth Minkin and his wife Jill. Proud great grandmother of Jessica, Lauren, and Evan Spector. Loving sister of Elaine Rosen, Dolly Singer, and the late Marilyn Cardis, Sara Sheinfeld, Edward Selib, and Doris Goldberg. Graveside service at Sharon Memorial Park, 40 Dedham St., Sharon, MA on Monday May 14, 2018 at 2:45 pm. Following services memorial observance at Heights Crossing, 35 Christy Pl., Brockton, MA. In lieu of flowers, donations in Alfreda’s memory may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association of MA, 480 Pleasant St., Watertown, MA 02472, or the American Cancer Society, 30 Speen St., Framingham, MA 01701.
Fineman, Elmer (Al), age 93, formerly of Delray Beach, Florida and Randolph, passed away surrounded by his family on May 9, 2018. Beloved husband of the late Laura Fineman. Dear son of the late Harry and Ida Fineman. Devoted father of Carol Fineman, Michelle Weisman and her husband Alan, and the late Muriel Fineman. Proud and loving Papa of Alixe Weisman, all of Stoughton. Loving brother of Rita Sherr and the late David Fineman. Al was a proud World War II Army Veteran. Services at the Sharon Memorial Park Chapel, 40 Dedham St., Sharon, MA on Monday, May 14, 2018 at 2 PM. Following services, memorial observance at the home of Carol Fineman through Monday evening. In lieu of flowers donations in Al’s memory may be made to: Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, P.O. Box 849168 , Boston, MA 02284.
Pinansky, Dorothy (Jacobs), age 101, of Randolph & Brockton, MA, on May 9, 2018. Beloved wife of the late Samuel Pinansky. Devoted mother of Harold Pinansky and his wife Natalie, and Ruth Keating and her husband Mike. Dear grandmother of Lisa, Laurie, Tara, Matthew, and Jennifer. Proud great grandmother of 11. Graveside service at Sharon Memorial Park, 40 Dedham St., Sharon, MA on Monday, May 14, 2018 at 10:45 am. Following services, memorial observance will be at the home Harold & Natalie Pinansky. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to HSL, 1200 Centre St., Roslindale, MA 02131.
Stephen Bortman, of Natick, formerly of Brookline, MA and Delray Beach FL, May 9th. Loving husband of 66 years to Eunice (Feinsilver) Bortman of Natick. Father to Lisa Bortman and her husband Richard Trombino of Thousand Oaks, California; Mark Bortman of Walpole, MA; Marci Bortman and husband Max Strieb of Huntington, NY. Grandfather of eight: Joshua Harris and his fiance Kasina Tremblay, Daniel Harris, Lamarr Monterio, Nico Bortman, Antonia Bortman, Jacob Strieb, Ariana Strieb, and Ty Bortman. Graveside service on Friday, May 11, 2018 at 11 am at Kopaigorod Cemetery, 776 Baker Street, West Roxbury, MA. Memorial donations in Stephen’s name may be made to the COPD Foundation, 3300 Ponce de Leon Blvd., Miami, Florida 33134, DONATE@COPDFOUNDATION.ORG.
Weinreb, Gloria (Berger), of Brookline, MA, formerly of Pittsburgh, PA, on May 9, 2018. Beloved wife of Sam Weinreb. Devoted mother of Linda Weinreb and her husband Bradley Rose, and Stewart Weinreb and his wife Barbara. Proud grandmother of Hannah Rose. Graveside services were held at Sharon Memorial Park. Memorial observance will be held at her late residence Thursday May 9th & Friday May 10th, 3-6 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations in Gloria’s memory may be made to the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum, 100 Raoul Wallenberg Pl. SW., Washington, DC 20024.
Kumins, Judy (Dickerman), of Norton, MA, on May 6, 2018. Beloved wife of Herbert “Skip” Kumins. Devoted mother of Ellen Stafford, and Mari & Jeff Lazar. Proud grandmother of Ethan and Aaron Stafford, and Zoe and Alexandra “AJ” Lazar. Loving sister of Stephen Dickerman, and George & Sherry Dickerman, and loving in laws Carole and Richard Nelles. Dear aunt of Mitchell & Nina Dickerman, Douglas & Deidrie Dickerman, Lisa & Peter Lauterbach, Robin & Rick Kiduff, and Steven Nelles. Services at Temple Beth Abraham, 1301 Washington St., Canton, MA on Tuesday, May 8, 2018 at 11 am. Following services memorial observance will be at the Kumin’s residence, until 4 pm, Wednesday 2-5 & 7-9 pm, and Thursday 2-4 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations in Judy’s memory may be made to Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, 330 Brookline Ave., Boston, MA 02215.
Bloom-Shirley (Borenstein), of Brookline, MA, former Head Of the Art Department in Winthrop, MA, on May 5, 2018. Devoted mother of Shelah Bloom and Jonathan Bloom. Proud grandmother of Hasan & Rehan Bhatti, and Jacob Bloom. Loving sister of the late Milton Borenstein. Loving Aunt to Roberta and Jefferey Borenstein. Services at the Wilson Chapel, 234 Herrick Rd., Newton, MA on Tuesday, May 8, 2018 at 1:30 pm. Following interment at Montefiore Cemetery, (Woburn, MA), memorial observance will be at the home of Shelah Bloom, until 9pm, continuing Wednesday & Thursday, 7-9 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations in Shirley’s memory may be made to The United States Holocaust Museum or the Hampshire College Farm Center.
of Dedham, on May 5, 2018. Beloved wife of the late Morris “Mike” Kagan. Loving sister of the late Alfred and Robert Gross. Dear aunt of Adrian and Barry Paul. Also survived by several great-nieces and great-nephews. Graveside services at the Congregation Chai Odom Cemetery, 2690 Centre St., West Roxbury, Monday, May 7, 2018 at 11:00 am. In lieu of flowers, donations in Gertrude’s memory may be made to the Gloria Adelson Field Health Center, 7000 Great Meadow Rd., Dedham, MA 02026.
Lezberg, Dorothy (Wein), of Marlborough, MA, on May 4, 2018. Dear daughter of the late William and Miriam Wein. Devoted mother of Robert Lezberg and the late Eric Lezberg. Proud grandmother of Emma and Jacob Lezberg. Dear sister of the late Betty Levitt. Loving aunt of Alisa Billings and her husband Rick of Ashland, MA, and David Levitt and his wife Kirsten, of Greenfield, MA. Graveside services at Newburyport Hebrew Cemetery, 10 Toll Rd., Salisbury, MA on Monday, May 7, 2018 at 11 am. Memorial observance will be at Dorothy’s residence 4-7 pm Monday only. In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be made to Children’s Hospital, c/o Eric Lezberg Fund, 300 Longwood Ave, Boston, MA 02115.
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