Archive: July, 2016

of Newton, passed away from Alzheimer’s Disease with family members by her side Wednesday evening, July 20, 2016. She was 87.

She was born Marcia Naomi Lubets on December 23, 1928 to Lillian and Robert Lubets. Marcia and her younger brother, the late Richard Lubets, were raised in Brookline and Newton.  She attended Goucher College in Towson, Maryland, where she studied philosophy. In Baltimore, she met her husband of 60 years, Manfred (Goldberg) Goodwin, who passed away in 2011.  in 1964, she and Manfred found their dream home in Newton, where she resided until moving into assisted living six years ago.

Family was the center of Marcia’s life. She and Manfred took great pride in their five children, Amy, Karen, Julie, Laura, and Robert. Marcia’s nine grandchildren, fondly recall Grammie/Gramma’s “huge energy.” For Marcia, family life was not complete without family celebrations and she was known as an accomplished hostess. She also loved to dance, keeping time to music on the dance floor until only recently when her health declined. Marcia was also a successful realtor,  at one time running her own business. She found houses fascinating, and, more important, drew satisfaction from making her clients happy.  Even in retirement, she received numerous calls from former clients asking for her advice.  Marcia was a “doer,” and an engaged community member, who volunteered for Meals on Wheels, among other activities. With remarkable physical health and strength, she maintained her endearing personality and famous energy until only recently. Marcia spent the last six years comfortably cared for by beloved caregivers and by her children, who will miss her but remember her spark. She was one of a kind who touched many lives.

Services at Wilson Chapel, 234 Herrick Rd., Newton Centre, Sunday, July 24, 2016, at 11:30 am. Burial will be private. Memorial observance will be at the home of Laura and Tod Woolf on Sunday from 4-8 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be made to the Alzheimer’s Drug Discovery Foundation, 57 West 57th St., Suite 904, NY, NY 10019 – www.alzdiscovery.org

Ralph Jacobson- Of Framingham, formerly of Boynton Beach, FL, on July 18, 2016.Beloved husband of the late Roslyn (Myers) Jacobson. Devoted Stepfather of Sheri Drogin and her husband Ronald.Dear grandfather of Whitney Leigh Shopnick and William Evan Shopnick. Graveside service at Roxbury Mutual Cemetery, 19 Washington St., Woburn,on Wednesday July 20, 2016at 11:00 am.Following service, memorial observance at the home of Sheri and Ronald Drogin until 9:00pm and Thursday 7-9pm.In lieu of flowers remembrances to,Jimmy Fund,10 Brookline Place West, 6th Flr, Brookline, MA 02445 or Jewish National Fund, 77 Franklin St, Boston, MA 02110.Ralph was associated for 42 years with Louis Clothing, Veteran of WWII.

Caplan- Anne (Miller), age 105, of Sharon, formerly of Brookline, on July 17, 2016. Beloved wife of the late Louis Caplan. Devoted mother of Phyllis Braverman (Curt) of Sharon. Loving sister of the late Esther Rosenberger, Beatrice Nueman, and Frank Miller. Dear grandmother of Dana Braverman of Brookline, and Robert Braverman of Falmouth. Aunt of Howard Rosenberger (Sandra), Donald Rosenberger (Rhonda), Alan Nueman (Linda), Elliot Nueman (Theresa), Marvin Caplan and Sidney Caplan. Loving great aunt to many. Services in the Chapel at Sharon Memorial Park, 40 Dedham Street, Sharon, on Thursday, July 21, 2016 at 12 Noon. Remembrances may be made to Temple Ohabei Shalom, 1187 Beacon Street, Brookline, MA 02446.

of Brookline, on July 16, 2016. Beloved wife of the late Werner I. Frank. Devoted mother of Richard Frank and his wife Elizabeth Salmon Frank of Lexington, and Gerard Frank of Lexington. Loving grandmother of Michael and Peter Frank. Dear sister of Jean-Claude Salomon and the late Andre Salomon. Services at Wilson Chapel, 234 Herrick Rd., Newton, Tuesday, July 19, 2016 at 11 am. Memorial observance at her residence, 80 Park St., Apt. 45, Brookline, Tuesday 1:00 – 3:30 pm and 5:30-8:00 pm. Donations in her memory may be made to the Holocaust Memorial Museum, 100 Raoul Wallenberg Pl SW, Washington, DC 20024.

Of South Natick, passed away July 16, 2016. Cherished husband of Roberta “Bobbi” (Lerner) Fisher. Loving father of Mark and Pam Fisher and David Fisher. Adoring grandfather of Sara Fisher and Andrew Fisher. Beloved son of the late Jack and Rose Fisher. Beloved son-in-law of the late A.I. “Bill” and Mildred Lerner. Devoted brother of Joyce and Paul Yaffe and devoted brother-in-law of Fred and Carol Lerner and Debbi and Jerry Sack. Fred earned his undergraduate and graduate degrees in Civil Engineering from MIT and enjoyed a lifelong career in building and construction. Services at the Wilson Chapel, 234 Herrick Rd., Newton, MA, Monday, July 18, 2016 at 2:00 pm. Following interment in the Or Emet Cemetery, 776 Baker St., West Roxbury, memorial observance will be held at the home of Mark and Pam Fisher, Monday until 9 pm and Tuesday and Wednesday, 2-4 & 7-9 pm. Donations in his memory may be made to the Jewish Community Centers of Greater Boston, 333 Nahanton St., Newton Centre, MA 02459

Melvin Kaster-formerly of Lexington and Waltham, on July 14, 2016. Devoted son of the late Goldie (Fegelman) and David Kaster. Beloved husband of the late Ruth (Galen) Kaster. Dear brother of Leonard Kaster and his wife Ronnie. Dear uncle of Dr. Bruce Kaster and his wife Madelon, David and his wife Myra, and Robin Sue and her husband Gino .Loving great uncle of Josh, Sydney, Evan, Leah, Danielle, Mitchell, Alex and Amanda. Graveside service at The Custom Tailors Cemetery,776 Baker St.,West Roxbury, on Sunday, July 17, 2016 at 1:00 pm.

Of Chestnut Hill, formerly of Needham, passed away peacefully on July 14, 2016 at the age of 86. Beloved husband of Carole Goldenthal Aronson and sons Stephen (Andrea) of Westfield, NJ, Daniel (Martha) of Minneapolis MN and the late David. Adored Papa Phil to Michael, Alexandra, Julianne, Sam, Robbie and Max, and brother to Lois Lopatin of Worcester. Born in Boston, MA, to Samuel Shimer Aronson and Mildred Aronson, Phil graduated from Phillips Andover, 1948, Yale University, 1952, and Babson Graduate School, 1956.  Phil trained at OCS in Newport RI and served in the US Navy from 1953-1956 as a supply officer. Phil spent his professional life in the financial services industry telling his clients that if they followed his advice, they might be bored but they would never go broke.  Loved golf, visiting casinos with friends, following the Red Sox, playing bridge, and being with his family and friends. His great sense of humor, easy going manner and sound advice will forever be remembered by those close to him. Services will be held on Monday, July 18, 2016, 11:00 am at Wilson Chapel, 234 Herrick Rd., Newton, followed by interment at Sharon Memorial Park.  Following burial, the family will gather at 280 Boylston St., Chestnut Hill until 7:00 pm, and will continue Tuesday through Thursday 7-9 pm. Donations in Phil’s memory may be made to Temple Beth Shalom, 670 Highland Ave., Needham, MA 02494; Phillips Academy, 180 Main St., Andover, MA 01810; The National Parkinson’s Foundation, 200 SE First St., Suite 800, Miami, FL 33131, or to a charity of your choice.

Leon Rothenberg, of Newton Highlands, MA died suddenly, but with family by his side on July 13, 2016.  He was born on February 18, 1940 in Boston, the second son of two 1st generation Jewish immigrants from the Ukraine, Rose Mezikofsky Rothenberg and Morris Rothenberg.

Leon grew up in Roxbury and Brighton. He was a member of the Boston Latin High School Class of 1956, Hebrew Teachers College Class of 1956, and Harvard College Class of 1960.

Leon had strong ties to Camp Yavneh (as a camper) and Camp Bauercrest (as a counselor, camp rabbi and Color War Captain).  He married his beloved wife Judy Rothenberg (née Rosen) on June 30, 1963.

Leon’s professional career morphed through three stages – he was a system manager at ADP, Executive Director at Temple Israel, and for nearly the past two decades found his true vocation as a tax accountant with Raphael and Raphael LLP (where he continued to work).  He took great pride in his ability to engage in a personal “metamorphosis” (in his words) as he changed careers; in addition he enjoyed applying his greatest ability – to systematically take on – and solve the most complex business problems.

Leon loved exercising his brain and photographic memory through playing poker, handicapping the horses, trading stocks and doing as many daily crossword and KenKen puzzles he could get his hands on (in paper form!).  It was his unique form of exercise.

Leon had a soft spot for many charities and always donated more than he was asked.  His political view was first and foremost to be a humanist, with a particular focus on those in need.  For Leon being dependable was an understatement- his friends and family always counted on him, especially in times of trouble or need.

He also loved to complain about the Red Sox, and even amid the rare extended winning streak, he would find faults. He lived and played in the Boston area his entire life, which also included the unincorporated areas of Suffolk Downs, Foxboro Raceway, Lincoln Downs and Rockingham Park.

Most of all he loved his grandchildren: Owen, Olivia and Gracie.

Leon is survived by beloved wife of 53 years, Judy; sons and daughters-in-laws: Steve and Kimberly Hannon of Hopkinton, NH, and Mike and Rachel of Valley Village, CA; brothers and sisters-in-laws: Eugene and Judie of Rumson, NJ, and Stanley and Carol of Waterford, ME; three grandchildren; and five nieces and nephews.

Services will be held at Temple Israel, 477 Longwood Ave., Boston (parking on the Riverway) on Sunday, July 17, 2016 at 10:00 am. Following the interment at Sharon Memorial Park, 40 Dedham St., Sharon, the family will sit Shiva at their home in Newton until 8:00 pm, and will continue Monday and Tuesday from 2-8 pm. In lieu of flowers remembrances  in Leon’s honor can be made to the Mayhew Program, P.O. Box 120, Bristol, NH 03222 www.mayhew.org

Of Waban, on July 13, 2016. Devoted son of the late Attorney Quincy I. and Sally (Laskoff) Abrams. Devoted brother of Helen Holzwasser of Waban, Stefan Abrams of NYC, and the late Barbara Feldman of Los Angeles, CA. Also survived by many loving nieces and nephews. Services at the Sharon Memorial Park Chapel, 40 Dedham St., Sharon, on Sunday, July 17, 2016 at 10:00 am. Memorial observance at the home of Helen Holzwasser on Sunday until 4:00 pm. Remembrances may be made to Massachusetts General Hospital, 55 Fruit St., Boston, MA 02114 or to a charity of one’s choice.

“In battle, in forest, at the precipice in the mountains,

On the dark great sea, in the midst of javelins and arrows

In sleep, in confusion, in the depths of shame,

The good deeds a man has done before defend him.”

J Robert Oppenheimer, translated from the Bhagavad Gita

Lee Polisner, loved father of Carol and Jill Polisner-Kruljac, revered grandfather of Annabel, Alex and Vance, adored father- in-law of Mike Kruljac, passed on July 7, 2016, just shy of his 94^th birthday. Janice Polisner, his wife of 64 years, died in 2012.Born in Brighton, Massachusetts, Lee attended Boston Latin, Boston University and received an MBA from The Harvard Business School in 1949. He served as a 2^nd lieutenant during WWII, was a debating champion during his university days, a Scarlet Key recipient, Honor Society member, Eagle Scout, and long distance runner. His infectious smile, great sense of humor and grounded advice will be ever present in the hearts of his family. A graveside service will be held on Sunday, July 17, 2016, at 12:45 pm at Sharon Memorial  Park, 40 Dedham Street,  Sharon, Massachusetts. Following interment the family will be at 4 Sterling Lane, Walpole, Massachusettes.

of Pompano Beach, FL, on July 9, 2016. Father of Carol Beane and her husband Martin of Westwood, MA, Connie Cyprian and her husband Tony of Fountain, CO, and Adam Saftler of Pompano Beach, FL. Former husband of Diana Saftler of Orlando, FL. Grandfather of Kaitlyn, Jacob, Andrew, Samuel, and Mason. Brother of Scott Saftler and his wife Marilyn of Walnut Creek, CA. Graveside services at Plymouth Rock Cemetery, 1000 Pearl St., Brockton, MA Wednesday, July 13, 2016 at 11:30 am. Memorial observance at the residence of Carol and Martin Beane, 52 Strasser Ave, Westwood MA, Wednesday through Friday 3-7 pm. Donations in his memory may be made to the American Cancer Society, 30 Speen St., Framingham, MA 01701.

Alan G. Zuker, of Chestnut Hill, MA, on July 8,2016. Beloved husband of the late Ruth V. (Kahn) Zuker. Devoted father of Edward Zuker and his wife Judi, Debrah Gladstone and her husband Mark, Sandra Taylor, Harry Zuker and his wife Tamra and the late Michael Zuker and his surviving wife Susan. Dear father-in-law of the late Linda Zuker. Beloved grandfather of Danyel Rodgers and her husband Chris, Stephen Gladstone and his wife Melissa, Robert Zuker and his wife Molly, Matthew Zuker and his wife Andrea, Lauren Siff and her husband Eden, Jonathan Zuker, Shira Gladstone, Robert Taylor, Lisa Taylor, Samuel Zuker, Andrew Zuker, Abigail Goodman and her husband Marc, Alison Benton and her husband Ian, and Franklin Ross. Dear great-grandfather of Perry, Tyler and Zachary Rogers, Raelyn, Alexis and Micah Gladstone, Charlie, Lucy and Rosie Zuker, Halle, David and Michael Zuker, Harley, Judah and Cohen Siff, Eliza Zuker, Rebecca,Hannah and Esme Goodman, and Richard and Madeline Benton. Loving brother of Selma Freed, Natly Gordon, Joan Berenson and the late Roberta Zuker. Services at Temple Beth Avodah, 45 Puddingstone Lane, Newton, on Sunday, July 10, 2016 at 2:00 pm. Following interment at Beth El Cemetery, 776 Baker St., West Roxbury, memorial observance will be held in the function room at Hampton Place, 77 Florence St., Newton until 9 pm, continuing Monday and Tuesday 4-6 pm and 7-9 pm. In lieu of flowers remembrances may be made to Conquer Cancer Coalition of Massachusetts, PO Box 973, Framingham, MA 01701(conquercancer.org), or Cure Alzheimer’s Fund, 34 Washington St.,Wellesley, MA 02481(curealz.org). Alan served as an MP in General Patton’s Army and because of his fluency in Yiddish was asked to be one of the first to liberate the Dachau concentration camp.

 
Philip N. Dine-of Wellesley, MA, on July 3, 2016.Beloved husband of Yvette “Sis” Dine for 72 years. Devoted father of Susan Davis, Harry Dine and his wife Sandy, and Robert Dine. Cherished grandfather of Olivia and Nicky Dine. Dear brother of the late Helen Harris and Barbara Kane. Devoted brother-in-law of Alan Goldstein and his wife Vivian. Service and memorial observance will be private. In lieu of flowers remembrances to The Jimmy Fund, 10 Brookline Place West, 6th floor, Brookline, MA 02445 jimmyfund.org.

BERGER- Edward M. of Canton, formerly of Sharon, on June 30, 2016. Born in 1924 to Max and Jennie Berger. He is survived by his wife, Dorris Reeves Berger, his children: Marci Berger Nemhauser and husband Robert, Stephen Berger and wife Patricia Russell Berger, and Barbara Berger Jackson and husband Berne, his grandchildren: Jennifer Nemhauser and husband Matt, Brian Nemhauser and wife Rachel, Seth Berger and wife Heather, Jenessa Berger, Catherine Jackson and his Great-Grandchildren Isaac Nemhauser, Nathaniel Nemhauser, Russell Berger and Cora Berger. Ed was the brother of the late Milton Berger, Blanche Berenberg, and Irene Garber. Edward graduated from Sharon High School in 1942. He entered Harvard College in 1942 but left to join the Army Air Force after his freshman year. He served as a Second Lieutenant as a  navigator on B-17 aircrafts. Following the war, he returned to Harvard and graduated in 1947. Following his graduation, Ed went to work for the family business, a food manufacturing company. “ My father was my mentor and my friend during all those years.” The company was sold in 1966 and he stayed on as the plant manager until 1974. Over the next eighteen years, Ed did consulting but mainly focused on his garden, his tennis game, Dorris and his many charities. He was a driving force in the creation of the Striar Jewish Community Center. He served as the co-chair of the original capital campaign to build the center and served as its first President. He was also active in Combined Jewish Philanthropies (CJP) and is a former vice chair of the annual campaign. Ed also served his community of Sharon, MA where he was elected to the School Committee and Sharon Finance Committee. He was also a founding member of Sharon’s Friends of the Sharon Council on Aging. He is lovingly remembered by his family as well as all of his nieces and nephews and friends. His willingness to help people and to be involved in his community were hallmarks of his kind and special nature. He always had a ready smile, especially if you were talking with him about his beloved Red Sox or Patriots or Celtics! Friends knew not to call during a game! He loved the garden that his parents had started and that he continued. He and Dorris could be found out there weeding, watering and replanting. They found enjoyment in this shared endeavor. Once he and Dorris moved to Orchard Cove in Canton, he took special delight in hearing about and being with his children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Thanksgiving was a special family time where everyone gathered to celebrate together. Each child and grandchild and great grandchild has loving memories of being with Ed and Dorris. He will be deeply missed. Graveside services at Sharon Memorial Park, 40 Dedham Street, Sharon, on Tuesday, July 5, 2016 at 10:45 am (please gather at the Administration Building). Following services, family and friends are invited to Orchard Cove, 1 Del Pond Drive, Canton. In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to Temple Israel, 125 Pond Street, Sharon, MA  02067 or Friends of the Sharon Council on Aging, 219 Massapoag Ave., Sharon, MA  02067.

Bigman- Seymour B. (Sy), Of Needham, passed on to eternal rest on June 28, 2016, joining his beloved wife of 60 years, Evelyn. Sy was a graduate of New York University and of the School of Veterinary Medicine of Middlesex University in Waltham. He was also an honorary alumnus of Brandeis University and the Tufts School of Veterinary Medicine. He leaves behind a loving family, his children Arna and Alan Margolies, Alison and Jay Bigman, former daughter-in-law Lisa Ratcliff. His grandchildren Riva Margolies, Matthew Bigman and his wife Maile and Grant Bigman. His step-grandchildren Sean and Isabelle. Also his sister Phyllis Kerr and her husband Marvin of Lakewood, NJ, and nephew Dr. Brian Kerr and his wife Ruth of Toms River, NJ and nieces Debra Kerr and Laura and her husband Dr. Jeremy Price. Also, dear friend Greta Caplan of Newton, MA. Dr. Bigman was born in Brooklyn, NY on May 12, 1924. He graduated Thomas Jefferson H.S. in May 1940. He attended New York University until May 1943. He attended the School of Veterinary Medicine of Middlesex University in Waltham until May 1946 when he received his D.V.M. degree. He then returned to N.Y.U. and received his B.A. degree with majors in Biology and History. Dr. Bigman worked for the U.S. Dept of Agriculture. He worked for E.R. Squibb & Sons in their Veterinary Division. He worked for the Ethical Veterinary Supply Co.  He became National Sales Manager of the Atlas Diet Division of Laddie Boy Dog Food. He worked for the Arista Surgical Supply Co. Founded Arjay Medi-Surg Co. in 1967 and closed the company when he purchased the Kindness Animal Hospital in Waltham, MA. Dr. Bigman practiced small animal medicine from 1971 – 2003. While in practice he was a veterinary consultant for the McLean Hospital in Belmont, supervising the health and welfare of all the laboratory animals for 8 years. He remained on the I.A.C.U.C. committee for 2 more years. Dr. Bigman held memberships in the American Public Health Association, British Society of Public Health, N.J. Veterinary Medical Association, MA Veterinary Medical Association, the New England V.M.A. of which he is a Past President, an Honor Roll Gold Card member of the American Veterinary Medical Association. In addition to his professional memberships, he is a Past President of the Merrimack Lhasa Apso Club, a member of the American Lhasa Apso Club, and a Past President of the Pets and People Foundation. Dr. Bigman was a member of the Waltham Board of Health for 25 years – Vice Chair 6 years and Chair 15 years. Inspector of Animals for the City of Newton for 22 years. A resident of Needham since 1989 he became active in town activities after he retired from his Veterinary practice in Waltham. Dr.Bigman was appointed a member of the Local Emergency Planning Committee. He was a member of the Needham Volunteer Medical Corps. At the state level, he was a member of the State of Massachusetts Animal Response Team, and on the Board of the M.V.M.A. Charities. Dr. Bigman was largely responsible for the S.M.A.R.T. program to distribute oxygen masks statewide to the local fire departments and rescue teams to aid in animal rescues.  In May 2011 Dr. Bigman was awarded the “Distinguished Service Award” for exemplary service and dedication to the veterinary profession by the Massachusetts Veterinary Medical Association.  In the spring of 2015 Dr. Bigman was made an Honorary Member of the Ladies’ Dog Club for his friendship to the club and his many years as their show veterinarian. Services at Wilson Chapel, 234 Herrick Road, Newton Centre, on Thursday, June 30, 2016 at 10:30 am. Following interment at Beth Israel Memorial Park, Waltham, memorial observance will be at the home of Arna and Alan Margolies on Thursday until 9 pm, Friday 1-4 pm, and Sunday 1-5 pm. Donations in his memory may be made to Alzheimer’s Association , Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine, Tufts University, Grafton, MA; or Brandeis Development Dept., Brandeis University, Waltham, MA.

Lutch- Roselyn (Liberman), of Tamarac, FL, on June 25, 2016. Beloved wife of the late Bernard Lutch. Devoted mother of Jeffrey Lutch and the late Brian Lutch. Dear grandmother of Joseph Lutch. Graveside services at Sharon Memorial Park, 40 Dedham St. Sharon, on Wednesday, June 29, 2016 at 10:45 am.

Cohn- Susan L. (Alpert), of Wayland, formerly of Somerset, on June 26, 2016. Beloved wife of Lewis J. Cohn. Dear daughter of Fay Alpert (Louison) and the late Bennett Alpert. Devoted mother of Stephanie, Haley and Harris. Loving sister of Richard and Jillian Alpert. Daughter- In- Law of Dorothy (Zura) Cohn and the late Richard W. Cohn. Sister- in- law of Audrey Shuman. Aunt of Seth, Samantha and Ashley. Services at Temple Emanuel , 385 Ward Street, Newton, on Wednesday, June 29, 2016 at 12 Noon. Following interment at Beit Olam East Cemetery, Wayland, memorial observance will be at her residence on Wednesday until 9 pm, Thursday 1-4 & 7-9 pm, Friday 1-4 pm. Remembrances may be made to Susan Cohn’s Giving Page, C/O Susan Korsmeyer, Dana Farber Cancer Institute, 10 Brookline Place West, Brookline, MA 02445.

Peggy (Bickimer) Bell – Of Wellesley, on June 21, 2016. Beloved wife of Edward Bell. Dear daughter of Marjorie Bickimer and the late Charles Bickimer. Devoted mother of Julian Bell. Dear sister of Kathy and Patti Bickimer. Dearest Auntie to Adam and Eric Nesto and Caitlin, Andrew, and James Guthlein. Memorial service at Temple Beth Elohim, 10 Bethel Rd., Wellesley, on Wednesday, June 29, 2016 at 1:30pm. In lieu of flowers remembrances may be made to Jewish Family and Children’s Service, Inc., c/o Disability Lifespan Solutions, 1430 Main St., Waltham, MA  02451.

Aaron Fleischer-of Weston, MA, on June 21, 2016.Beloved husband of Lois (Bloom) Fleischer. Devoted father of Andrew Fleischer and his wife Lauren, Daniel Fleischer and his wife Valerie, Elizabeth Rodman and her husband Craig, and the late Gary Fleischer and his late wife Jennifer. Dear grandfather of Jill Henley, Douglas, Alison, Jayme, Robyn Adelman, Joseph, Jordan. Loving great grandfather of Jaelyn and Avery Adelman. Dear brother of David Fleischer. Services are private. Memorial observance at Harnish House,Village Road, Weston, from  3-5 & 7-9 pm on Thursday, June 23, 2016. In lieu of flowers remembrances may be made to a charity of your choice.

Of Brookline, on June 21, 2016. Survived by his beloved wife, Sheila Landay and by his devoted children, Audrey Beitzel of Clearwater, FL, James Landay and his wife Denise of St. Petersburg, FL, Lori Landay and her husband Richard Cownie of Brookline, Jonathan Landay of Brookline and Venice Beach, CA, and Douglas Landay of Phoenix, AZ. He was the proud and loving grandfather of Scott, Alison, Maggie, Sammy, Jason, Jacob and Elizabeth. He is also survived by his younger brothers, Roger and his wife Myrna of Jupiter, FL, and David and his wife Naomi of Sarasota, FL.  Born to Martin and Mildred Landay on October 14, 1932, he was raised in Brookline. He graduated from Tilton Academy in 1950 and Colby College in 1954, and served in the U.S. Army Intelligence from 1956-1958.  He was an avid runner who finished the Boston Marathon.  He was active in the community, including serving as President of the Brotherhood of Temple Beth Shalom in Needham, was on the board of The Home for Little Wanderers, and was a Mason.  After a private service, Shiva will be at his residence on Sunday, Monday, and Tuesday from 5-7 pm.  Memorial contributions may be made to The Home for Little Wanderers, 10 Guest Street, Boston, MA 02135.

of Fall River, formerly of Brockton on June 20, 2016. Dear daughter of the late Frances and Irving Nitenson. Beloved wife of the late Saul Goisman. Devoted mother of Jerri Goisman and son-in-law Sonny and the late Barry Goisman. Loving grandmother of Holly Lynn, James and Rachel. Cherished great-grandmother of Aiden, Ethan and Evelyn Rose. Dear sister of the late Sumner Nitenson and his wife Elaine Nitenson. She is also predeceased by her lifelong friend Arline Davis.

Rena was active as a choreographer and dance teacher for many years in the South Area Jewish Community Center and the Striar Jewish Community Center in Stoughton, where she chaperoned senior trips. Throughout the years she enjoyed volunteering her time at the YM&YWHA, as well as the Brockton VA Hospital. As a member of the council on aging, in Brockton, Rena stayed active in the community. Rena was a great poet and delighted in knitting and crocheting, as well as cooking and baking for family and friends.

Graveside service at Sharon Memorial Park, 40 Dedham St., Sharon, on Thursday, June 23, 2016 at 10:45 am. In lieu of flowers remembrances may be made to National Stroke Association, 9707 East Easter Lane, Suite B, Centennial, CO 80112.

Joan Ellen Josephson- Beloved wife of Dr. Mark Josephson for 48 years; devoted mother of Rachel and Stephanie, and adoring “Grammy” to Sylvie, Elan, and Sydney, died after a courageous battle with cancer on June 17, 2016 at the age of 72. With a BA from Penn State and an EdM from Columbia, she devoted her life to helping others. She was a teacher, advisor, and long term volunteer: at the Ronald McDonald House, as a leader of the surgical liaison service, and a member of the Parent Connection at the Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, and a tutor for Read Boston. With a style of understated elegance and a motto to “always to do the right thing”, she was inspirational to all who came into contact with her. The world is a better place because of her.

Michael Plotkin-on June 17, 2016. A private service for Michael Plotkin will be held at Temple Israel, Boston. For further information please contact a member of the Plotkin family.

Of Randolph, on June 15, 2016. Beloved wife of the late Harry Hackel. Devoted mother of Victor A. Hackel and Kenneth C. Hackel (Jan). Loving grandmother of Nikki, Arielle, and Sean. Dear sister of Elliot Levine (Natalie). Also loved by Jan’s children and grandchildren, and many extended family members. Service at Vilno Cemetery, 776 Baker St., West Roxbury, Sunday, June 19, 2016 at 11:00 am. Memorial observance at the home of Kenneth and Jan Hackel on Sunday from 2-7 pm and at Shirley’s late residence on Monday 2-4 pm. Donations may be made to a charity of choice.

Of Sudbury, on June 14, 2016. Beloved husband of Myra (Finn) Miller. Devoted father of Elianna, Lora, and Nadine. Dear brother of Wendy Hertz, Joan Silvers, and Nancy Rau. Services at Cong. B’Nai Torah, 225 Boston Post Rd., Sudbury, Wednesday, June 15, 2016 at 10:00 am. Following interment at Baker St., West Roxbury, memorial observance will be held at the Miller home on Wednesday and Thursday until 8 pm and Friday until 5 pm. Donations may be made to Dana Farber Cancer Institute, P.O. Box 849168, Boston, MA 02284 or BONES – (Beagles of New England States),  P.O. Box 1510, New Boston, NH 03070.

Sophia Fleishman-of Needham, on June 14, 2016, at age 102.Beloved wife of the late Saul Fleishman and Hyman Needle. Devoted mother of Stephen Needle and his wife Terri and the late Lorelei Geller and her surviving husband Herbert. Also survived by stepsons Howard, Arthur and Jerry Fleishman. Dear grandmother of Pamela Shuman, James Needle, Harley Needle, Valerie Ahern and the late Scott Geller. She also leaves 10 step grandchildren. Dear great- grandmother of 9, and step great- grandmother 0f 15. Graveside service at Roxbury Mutual Society Cemetery,10 Washington St., Woburn, on Wednesday, June 15, 2016 at 2:00pm.Memorial observance at her residence on Thursday, June 16,2016 from  5-9pm.In lieu of flowers remembrances in her memory may be made to The National Kidney Foundation, 85 Astor Ave., Suite 2,Norwood, MA 02062,or Chabad House Jewish Center,34 Cedar St., Milford, MA 01757  www.gotchabad.com.

On June 11, 2016, of Newton. Survived by her beloved husband of 71 years, Rabbi Reuben M. Katz and by her devoted children Devi Stern and her husband Martin Stern of Chicago, Naomi Katz Mintz and her husband Rabbi Lewis Mintz of Acton, and Jonathan Katz and his wife Norah Wylie of Newton. She was the proud and loving grandmother of Sarah and Rachel Stern, David Mintz, and Rebecca, Daniel, and Michael Katz, and the ecstatic great grandmother of Ella Smith and Nadav Mintz. Also survived by numerous loving nieces and nephews. Mrs. Katz previously lived in Freeport, NY and was a gifted teacher in the Baldwin School District for more than 25 years.  Services at Temple Emanuel, 365 Ward St., Newton, MA at 2:00 pm on Tuesday, June 14, followed by calling hours during Shiva from 5-7:30 PM on Tuesday and continuing 5:30-7:30 PM Thursday, June 16^th at Cabot Park Village, 280 Newtonville Ave, Newton MA. Shiva observance will continue on Sunday at the Mintz home in Acton, 4:30-8:30 PM.

of Lexington, on June 10, 2016. Wife of Sam Silverman, with whom she shared a passion for the intellectual life, a commitment to Judaism, and a determination to grow and learn together over their 50 year marriage. She raised five children: Ann, Bill, Nancy (Ariel), Gila, and Aaron (Debra), and was the proud grandmother of nine: Zohar (Kelly), Maya, Inbal, Eran, Malia, Koby, Silvia, Miriam and Isaac. Sister of Sondra Patraker; aunt, cousin, friend, and colleague of many.

Phyllis was a qualitative researcher, writer, and teacher, best known for her contributions to the study of bereavement, and in particular, children’s grief. She was a knitter, a swimmer, a lover of all things red, hostess of dinner parties and holiday feasts, maker of chicken soup and apple pie.

Born to Joseph and Rose Rolfe, on July 10, 1927, she was raised in Queens, New York. She graduated from Brooklyn College in 1948, and spent 1949-50 in the newly-established state of Israel, working with refugees. She received Master’s degrees from the Smith College School of Social Work and the Harvard School of Public Health, and a PhD from the Heller School at Brandeis University.

Beginning in the late 1960’s, her research explored the needs of the widowed, and served as the basis for the development of many mutual help programs for the bereaved. She later conducted research with birthmothers and widowers, and was the Co-Principal Investigator and Project Director of the Harvard/MGH Child Bereavement Study, a longitudinal prospective study of the impact of the death of a parent on school age children. She taught for over 20 years at the MGH Institute of Health Professions and was subsequently a Scholar in Residence at the Women’s Studies Research Center at Brandeis University. She spent the 1993-94 academic year at the School of Social Work at Haifa University in Israel, as a Senior Research Fulbright Fellow, and was the 1998 Scholar-in-Residence at Mandelbaum House, the University of Sydney, Australia. She was one of the founders of the Children’s Room, in Arlington, MA, which provides caring support for grieving children, teens, and families.

Phyllis was a passionate advocate for the view that bereavement is a normal life cycle transition, and not an illness to be medicalized. Her research and teaching influenced a generation of researchers and practitioners, by demonstrating that mourning was not about moving on or getting over the loss, but about finding a new sense of self, that incorporates a continuing bond with the deceased into a new life that we build without them. She was also one of the first scholars to explore gender differences in grief, and to take a developmental approach to the grief of children.

Her many publications include the books: A Parent’s Guide to Raising Grieving Children (with Madelyn Kelly); Never Too Young to Know: Death in Children’s Lives; Continuing Bonds: New Understandings of Grief (with Dennis Klass and Steven Nickman); Living with Dying (with Joan Berzoff); Widow to Widow: How the Bereaved Help Each Other; Helping Women Cope with Grief; and Widower: When Men are Left Alone (with Scott Campbell).

Phyllis received many awards for her work, including Lifetime Achievement Awards from the Association for Death Education and Counseling, and the Israeli International Center for the Study of Loss, Bereavement, and Human Resilience; the Herman Feifel Award for Achievement in Thanatology from the International Work Group on Death, Dying and Bereavement; the Day-Garrett Award from Smith College School of Social Work; the President’s Medal and the Second Harvest Award, both from Brooklyn College; and the National Center for Death Education Award from Mt. Ida College.

Services at Temple Emunah, 9 Piper Rd., Lexington, on Tuesday, June 14, 2016 at 10:00 AM.  Interment will be in Beit Olam – East Cemetery, Wayland.

Minyanim at the Silverman residence will be held Tuesday at 7:45 pm, Wednesday and Thursday at 8 am and 7:45 pm, Friday at 8 am, Sunday at 9 am and 7:45 pm, and Monday at 8 am. The house is open to visitors between the services.

Memorial contributions can be made to The Children’s Room, 1210 Massachusetts Avenue, Arlington, MA 02476

Michael Wayne Peisel, fondly known to many as “Miko”, 58, of Provincetown, formerly of Dedham and Boston, passed away peacefully at his home on June 10, 2016 from natural causes. He struggled for many years to maintain his sobriety while working tirelessly to help others along the road of recovery.

Born in Portland, ME, beloved son of the late Muriel (Bernier) Peisel, he was raised in a large loving family in Westbrook, ME. He attended St. Hyacinth School and was a graduate of Chevrus High School in Portland, ME. He went on to study music at Rollins College in FL returning to ME to attend the Portland School of Beauty.  Well known and respected as a master hair stylist, he worked in salons in FL, Boston, Newton, and ultimately with his dear friends at Salon 54 in Provincetown.

A sweet, gentle, and kind man, Michael truly never had a bad thing to say about anyone. His smile and laugh were infectious. He was an accomplished musician mastering the piano, flute, violin, cello, and harp.  His creative ability knew no limits proven by the many sweaters he made and gave as gifts as well as numerous beautiful needlepoint projects. An opera aficionado, he enjoyed having season tickets to the Metropolitan Opera for a number of years. Michael’s gentleness was truly evident in his love of animals, especially to his beloved 3 dogs, Giavana, Savannah, and Jacoby.  He loved the beach, the ocean, and the solitude of Cape Cod. His personal struggle has ended but his spirit will live on in those that were so fortunate to have called him their friend.

Michael is survived by his beloved aunt Pauline Brassard of Brunswick, ME, many cousins, his former husband and best friend Brian Falvey of Dedham and North Truro, and so many friends whose lives were enriched by knowing this truly amazing man.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by his friend, Fr. George Winchester, S.J., on Saturday, June 18, 2016 at 11:00 am in the Parish of St. Anthony of Padua, located in St. Hyacinth Church, 268 Brown St., Westbrook, ME.

A memorial service will be planned after Labor Day in his beloved Provincetown.

Donations in his memory may be made to the Carrie A. Seaman Animal Shelter, P.O. Box 1374, Provincetown, MA 02657.

Kruger- Bernice (Lefkovich), of Florida, formerly of Weymouth and Hyde Park, on June 8, 2016. Beloved wife of the late Jerome Kruger. Devoted mother of Richard, Howard, Mark and the late Alan. Dear grandmother of Stefanie, Michelle, and Hallee. Loving sister of the late Wilfred Lefkovich. Graveside services at Jewish Benevolent Cemetery, Grove St. West Roxbury, on Tuesday, June 14, 2016 at 1 pm. Memorial observance will be private. Remembrances may be made to a charity of your choice.

Dr. Elliot M. Finkelstein-of Chestnut Hill,on June 5, 2016. Beloved husband of the late Bette Jane (Epstein) Finkelstein. Devoted father of Happy Rudnick and her husband Robert, Dr. Macie Finkelstein Himmel and her husband Robert and Andrew Finkelstein and his wife Tirza. Loving grandfather of Max Rudnick, Bennett Himmel, Cobi and Selah Finkelstein. Dear brother of Dr. Gerald L. Finkelstein and his wife Jill, and the late Ruth Sandler and her surviving husband Arthur. Service at Wilson Chapel,234 Herrick Road, Newton Centre, on Wednesday, June 8, 2016 at 10:00 am. Following interment at Sharon Memorial Park, memorial observance will be at his residence until 5:00 pm and continuing  7-9 pm, and Thursday 2-5 & 7-9 pm.In lieu of flowers remembrances to The American Academy of Ophthalmology,655 Beach St., PO Box 7424,San Francisco, CA 94120.

Sylvia Salzman Richlin-of Newton, on June 5, 2016. Beloved wife of the late Dr. Padie Richlin. Devoted mother of William Gar Richlin and his wife Migsie, Dr. David Mark Richlin and his wife Maida, and Dean Richlin and his wife Pamela. Dear grandmother of Kimberly Ann Richlin, Jenny Rebecca Richlin, Eli Bard Richlin and his wife Sabrina Kate Blum, Sara Bard Richlin, Johanna Bard Richlin and her husband Gabriel Benjamin Paquette, Benjamin Louis Richlin, Anna Frances Richlin and Harrison Samuel Richlin. Loving great grandmother of Isabel Richlin Gonzalez, Abigail Goodman Gonzalez, Dalia Grace Richlin, Lucy Judith Richlin,Calla Juliet Richlin, and Antonia Bard Paquette. Dear sister of the late Herbert Salzman and Sylvia’s late twin Miriam Mintz. Devoted aunt of Nikki Brown and loving great aunt of Diana Miriam Brown and Alexander Ted Brown. Memorial service at Temple Israel, 477 Longwood Ave., Boston (parking on the Riverway) on Tuesday, June 7, 2016 at 10:30 am.The family will receive guests at the home of Pamela and Dean Richlin from 5-7 pm on Tuesday only. In lieu of flowers remembrances may be made to Hebrew Senior Life, 1200 Centre St. ,Roslindale, MA 02131.

Lee-Thelma (Adelman), of Newton Centre, formerly of Brockton, on June 2, 2016. Beloved wife of the late Charles J. Lee. Devoted mother of Deborah A. Levine of Newton, Jonathan R. Lee of Virginia and the late David A. Lee. Dear grandmother of Josh, Matt and Zach Levine. Loving sister of Joel Adelman of CT, and Charlene Karp of Chestnut Hill. Devoted aunt and great-aunt of many nieces and nephews. Services at the Wilson Chapel, 234 Herrick Road, Newton Centre, on Sunday, June 5, 2016 at 1 pm. Following the interment in Woburn, the family will be at the home of Michael and Charlene Karp on Sunday only. Remembrances may be made to Spaulding Rehabilitation, Development Office, 1575 Cambridge Street, Cambridge, MA 02138.

Peter H. Garfunkel-of Newton, MA, on May 29, 2016. Beloved husband of Ilse (Wulff) Garfunkel. Devoted father of Dr. Muriel R.Gillick and her husband Laurence S. Gillick. Dear grandfather of Daniel Jacob Gillick and his girlfriend Cree Howard, Jeremy Nathan Gillick and his wife Alyssa Kimmell, and Jonathan Reuven Gillick and his wife Melody. Graveside service at Newton Cemetery, 791 Walnut St.,Newton ,on Tuesday,  May 31, 2016 at 2:00 pm. In lieu of flowers remembrances may be made to Facing History and Ourselves, 16 Hurd Rd., Brookline, MA 02445,www. facinghistory.org

Of Randolph, on May 28, 2016. Beloved husband of Glenda (Garfinkle) Blake. Devoted father of Susan Loomis (Jeff), David Blake and the late Jay Blake, also daughter-in-law Darran. Dear grandfather of Lauren Brodie (Brad), Jenna McDevitt (Sean) and Jordan Blake. Great-grandfather of Camden McDevitt and Dani Brodie. Loving brother of Elaine Kaner (Lenny) and Faye Solup (Herbert). Services at Temple Beth Am, 871 North Main St.,Randolph, Tuesday, May 31, 2016 at 11:00 am. Following interment at Sharon Memorial Park, Sharon, the family will return to Temple Beth Am. Memorial observance will continue at his residence Tuesday, 4-8 pm and Wednesday 1-4 & 6-9 pm. Remembrances may be made to Temple Beth Am, 871 North Main Street, Randolph, MA  02368. Bob was a pharmacist and was the former owner of Blake Pharmacy in Mattapan.

Of Newton, on May 29, 2016. Born on July 14, 1949 in Brooklyn, NY. Loving son of the late Janice and Abraham Morganstein of NJ. Beloved husband of Mary (Winter) Morgan of Newton. Devoted father of Amy Morgan of Brookline and Barry Morgan and his wife Lauren of Natick. Cherished grandfather of Brynn Morgan. Dear brother of Shelley Gourley and her husband Mark of Framingham. Also survived by many nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews. Services at Beth El Cemetery, 776 Baker St., West Roxbury, Tuesday, May 31, 2016 at 1:00 pm. Memorial observance at his residence Tuesday following interment until 7 pm and Wednesday 12-8 pm. Donations in his memory may be made to  Dana Farber Cancer Institute, P.O. Box 849168, Boston, MA 02284-9168.

Dr.Herbert Cutler M.D.-of Brookline, on May 26, 2016. Beloved husband of the late  Ruth  Rebecca (Litcofksy) Cutler. Devoted father of Linda Lourie and David Steele, Debra Rosenblum and her  husband Michael,and Steven Cutler and his wife Isa. Cherished grandfather of David Lourie and his wife Kristina, Susan Schueth and her husband Sam, the late Michael Lourie and his surviving wife Leslie, Lauren Gottfried and her companion Patrick Kelly,  Kate Peever and her husband Bill, and Joshua Cutler. Loving great-grandfather of Jared, Nathan and Heath, Barker, Mykah, Gracyn, Quintin, Abby, Emma and Charlie.Dear brother of the late Lawrence Cutler and Mildred Cutler. Services are private.In lieu of flowers remembrances may be made to American Cancer Society,30 Speen St.,Framingham, MA 01701.

Age 57, of Chestnut Hill and Needham, passed away peacefully after a long and courageous battle with melanoma on the night of May 27th. Stephen was a spirited, witty, and selfless person who could find joy in any situation. He made a positive impact on every person he came across, and truly personified what it means to be a mensch. He was born on February 8, 1959 to Charles and Carole (Berman) Silk  in Boston. Stephen was the devoted dad of two remarkable young women, Atlee Goodwin Silk of Memphis and Kaitlyn Price Silk of Needham. Stephen also leaves his wife of 26 years, Melissa Goodwin Silk, three loving siblings: Ellen Silk of Sharon, Marc Silk of Medfield, and Kenneth Silk of Brookline. He was beloved by his nieces Camilla and Vera Silk, his nephews Michael Broder and Sam Silk and his sisters-in-law, Abby Gardiner Silk and Sandi Wolchansky Silk. The funeral will be held at Congregation Mishkan Tefila, 300 Hammond Pond Parkway, Chestnut Hill, on Wednesday, June 1, 2016 at 11:00 am, followed by memorial observance at his brother Kenneth’s home. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to BIDMC Melanoma Research, attn: Virginia Seery RNP, 330 Brookline Ave., Boston 02215 and the Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation of America, 72 River Park St., Needham 02494. Our lives were made richer by having been a part of his and we will remember him every day of ours. In honor of Stephen, we will live honorably and ask that you take every opportunity to tell the people in your lives that you love them.

Born on New Year’s Day in 1925 in Boston, he was the son of the late Israel and Polly (Levine) Sneider, both originally from Russia. Mr. Snieder joined the U.S. Marines on February 23, 1942 when he was barely 17 years old.  He qualified in bayonet two months later. His service during WWII included combat at Guadalcanal and the Battle of Bougainville in the British Solomon Islands. Private First Class Snieder was honorably discharged from the Marine Corp on November 17, 1944 at the Naval Air Station, Moffet Field, California. Mr. Snieder returned to private life and worked for the city of Boston and other jobs with the state and Federal government.  In 1969 he married the former Frances Ireland, adopted her son Blaine and the family settled in Newton the following year.  Morris and Frances’ son Wayne Snieder was born on January 2, 1979. He was a devoted father to Wayne and they loved walking their dogs near their Newton home. Wayne predeceased his father on September 16, 2011. Mr. Snieder passed away on May 27, 2016 at the Edith Norse Rogers Memorial Veterans Hospital in Bedford, surrounded by his friends and caretakers there.

Those wishing to honor Mr. Snieder’s service to our country are welcome to attend his services at the Newton Cemetery, 791 Walnut St, Newton Centre on Thursday, June 9, 2016 at 2 pm. Remembrances may be made in the form of donations to the Bedford VAMC Patient Programs, Edith Nourse Rogers Memorial Veterans Hospital, 200 Springs Rd., Bedford, MA 01730.

Of Weston, on May 27, 2016. Beloved husband of Marie P. (Minisci) Cohen. Devoted father of Allison Flynn and her husband Lawrence, and Elizabeth Cohen. Dear brother of Scott Cohen. Son of the late Raymond and Cynthia (Haimson) Cohen. Services at Temple Sinai, 25 Canton St., Sharon, Monday, May 30, 2016 at 10:00 am. Following burial at Sharon Memorial Park, shiva will be held at Temple Sinai from 12-4 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations in Stewart’s memory may be made to the Adult Survivorship Program, c/o Dana Farber Cancer Institute, 450 Brookline Ave., Boston, MA 02215.

Of Hull, on May 26, 2016. Beloved husband of the late Jeanne (Levine) Silva. Devoted father of Stevan Silva and his wife Helaine of Braintree, Len Silva and his husband Piotr of San Francisco, CA, and Larry Silva and his wife Barbara Levenstein of Natick. Loving grandfather of Lauren Costa and her husband Brian and Jane Silva and her fiancée Geoff Parr. Cherished great-grandfather of Benjamin Costa. Services at Hull Village Cemetery, Nantasket Rd., Hull, Sunday, May 29, 2016 at 12:00 noon. Memorial observance at the home of Stevan and Helaine Silva, Sunday until 8 pm and Monday until 4 pm. Donations in his memory may be made to Temple Beth Sholom, 600 Nantasket Ave., Hull, MA 02045.

Evelyn Young-of Needham, on May 25, 2016. Beloved daughter of the late David and Gertrude (Vershbow) Giller. Devoted mother of Caitlin Newton and her husband Jonathan. Cherished grandmother of Alexander and Benjamin. Evelyn worked as a copy editor in the Boston area for many years.She was a talented artist as well.Graveside service at Beth El Cemetery, 776 Baker St., West Roxbury, on Friday, May 27, 2016 at 2:00pm. Memorial observance will be at the home of Caitlin and Jonathan Newton Friday 5-8 pm  and Sunday 11-4 pm.

Of Framingham, on May 23, 2016. Beloved wife of the late Herbert Malkin. Services at Cong. Shirat Hayam Cemetery – Temple Israel section, 506 Lowell St., Peabody, Wednesday, May 25, 2016 at 1 pm.

Sylvia Jaffe-of Newton, formerly of Needham, on May 24, 2016. Beloved wife of the late Theodore”Teddy” Jaffe. Devoted mother of Charles Jaffe and his wife Martha Heller, Phyllis Spool and her husband Richard, Deborah McCarthy, and Judy Pearl and her husband David. Also survived by 7 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren. Dear sister of Harold Goldstein and the late Norton Goldstein. Services at Wilson Chapel, 234 Herrick Rd., Newton Centre, on Friday, May 27, 2016 at 10:30 am. Following interment at Staro Konstantinov Cemetery, Baker St.,West Roxbury, memorial observance will be at the home of Judy and David Pearl on Friday until 5:00 pm  and Sunday 1-5 & 7-9 pm,and will continue at the home of Phyllis and Richard Spool in Worcester, Monday and Tuesday 1-4 & 5:30-8:00 pm. In lieu of flowers remembrances to The Jewish National Fund, 42 East 69^th St., New York, NY 10021 or Sjogrens Syndrome Foundation, 6707 Democracy Blvd., Suite 325,Bethesda, MD 20817.

of Newton and Palm Beach died at home on May 15 at age 89. Beloved wife of the late Robert Yanofsky and devoted companion of the late Morris Greenbaum.  She is survived by her brother, Sydney Miller, of Boston, and her three beloved daughters: Faye Yanofsky Gmeiner and her husband, John Gmeiner, of Kennebunk, Maine; Nancy Yanofsky and her longtime companion, Edward Brown, of Bethesda, Maryland; and Debra Yanofsky and her husband, Steven Shulman, of Brookline. She is also survived by her grandchildren, Julia Gmeiner and her husband, Joshua Wurzman, Harrison Shulman, and Andrew Shulman. Marcia volunteered for many philanthropic causes and was an avid golfer, homemaker and baker. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Brigham and Women’s Hospital or a charity of your choice.  Services will be held on Monday, May 16, at 1:00 PM at Temple Emanuel, 385 Ward St., Newton. Interment to follow in Lindwood Memorial Park, Randolph. Shiva will be at her former home following the funeral until 9 pm  and on Tuesday and Wednesday from 1-4 PM and 7-9 PM.

Of Peabody, MA, on May 8, 2016. Graveside service on Thursday, May 12, 2016 at Adath Jeshurun Cemetery, Grove St., West Roxbury, MA at 12:00 noon.

Herbert P.Bearak-Of Dedham, formerly of Framingham and Mashpee, on May 9, 2016.Beloved husband of Eleanor (Yanoff) Bearak. Devoted father of Judith Leary, Lisa Shuman and her husband Stephen, and Steven Bearak and his wife Michelle. Dear father in law of Edward J. Leary. Loving grandfather of Stefanie and Stacie Leary, Jeffrey, Jason and Jenna Shuman, Ruby Bearak, Samantha and Ricky Levitt. Dear brother of the late Morris and Saul Bearak. Devoted uncle of Arnold, Barbara and Joseph Bearak and the late Joel Bearak. Services in the chapel of Sharon Memorial Park, 40 Dedham St., Sharon, on Wednesday, May 11, 2016 at 2:00pm.In lieu of flowers remembrances in his memory may be made to Cardiac Fund at Mass General Hospital, 125 Nashua St., Suite 540, Boston, MA 02114 or Cure Alzheimer’s Fund, 34 Washington St., Suite 200,Wellesley, MA  02481. curealz.org

Of Lynn, on May 8, 2016. Dear uncle of Gail Gliserman, Michael Gliserman, David Dornbusch, and William Dornbusch. Loving brother of the late Jeanette Dornbusch and Rebecca Gliserman. Graveside services at Kehillath Jacob Cemetery, 776 Baker St. West Roxbury, on Tuesday, May 10, 2016 at 11:00 am. Following services family and friends are invited to the home of Michael Gliserman. Remembrances may be made to the Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance, 821 Corporate Drive, Lexington, KY 40503.

Siegal-Roslyn (Portnoy), of Newton, on May 7, 2016. Beloved wife of the late Edward W. Siegal. Devoted mother of David Siegal, Michael Siegal, Bruce Siegal, and Sandy Hurwitz. Dear grandmother of Michelle, Derick, Scott, Samantha, Evan, Tyler, Evelyn, Allison , Melissa, Sydney, and Haley and 3 great-grandchildren. Loving sister of Marvin Portnoy and his wife Shirley. Graveside services at Beth Israel Memorial Park Cemetery, 190 South St. Waltham, on Monday, May 9, 2016 at 1:30 pm. Following services memorial observance will be at the home of Bruce Siegal until 8 pm on Monday. Remembrances may be made to the Neurology Department, C/O Brigham & Women’s Hospital, Development Office, 116 Huntington Ave., Boston, MA  02116

Of Cambridge, on May 4, 2016. Beloved husband of Kathleen (Harrington) Mazer. Devoted father of Robert, Roxanne, David, and the late Jonathan.  Loving grandfather of Evony Yolanda, Corey Chad, Lauren, Maia, Nyota, and Saki. Cherished great-grandfather of 9. Dear brother of Leah Sobel, and the late Bele Berg and William Mazer. Services on Monday, May 9, 2016 at 11:00 am at the Story Chapel on the grounds of  Mt. Auburn Cemetery,  580 Mt. Auburn St., Cambridge, MA.  Interment will follow in the Cambridge Cemetery.

A reception will be held at their residence, 214 Garden Street in Cambridge, immediately following the burial, through 6:00 pm on Monday, and will continue on Tuesday from 3:00 pm to 8:00 pm.

Donations in Art’s memory may be made to: The Greater Boston Food Bank at: https://my.gbfb.org/tribute or by calling 617-427-5200 x5066. Donations may be mailed to: The Greater Boston Food Bank, 70 South Bay Avenue, Boston, MA  02118.