Archive: August, 2014

of Brighton, formerly of Brookline, on August 12, 2014. Husband of the late Nathalie (Marshall) Nadel and the late Marian (Tofias) Nadel. Father of Beth Nadel Dorfman and the late Frank Daniel Nadel. Grandfather of Samuel Zachary Dorfman and Aliza Jade Dorfman. Brother of Mara Nadel Ruda and the late Dr. M. Keith Nadel. Services at the Wilson Chapel, 234 Herrick Rd., Newton Centre, on Friday, August 15, 2014 at 11:00 am. In lieu of flowers, remembrances in his memory may be made to Fisher House – Boston, VA Medical Center, 1400 VFW Parkway, Boston, MA 02132 or to a charity of choice.

75, of Sudbury, Mashpee, and formerly Framingham, unexpectedly on August 8, 2014. Beloved husband of Rhoda (Greenberg) Bronstein for 48 years. Devoted father of Debra Pullen and her husband Michael, and Julie Marhoom and her husband Amikam. Dear Papa of Jacob, Arielle, Daniel, Yonatan, and Chloe. Alan was a dedicated doctor of optometry for 45 years. He will be remembered lovingly by all who knew him. Services at Temple Shir Tikva, 141 Boston Post Rd., (Rt. 20), Wayland, on Monday, August 11, 2014 at 10:00 am. Following interment in Beit Olam East Cemetery, memorial observance will be held at the Clubhouse at 20 Northwood Dr., Sudbury, Monday through Thursday, 1-3 and 6-8 pm, and Friday 1-3 pm. In lieu of flowers, remembrances in his memory may be made to Temple Shir Tikva’s Study in Israel Scholarship Fund – www.shirtikva.org/about/givingtzedakah.

Jaffee- Jennifer, of Westborough, MA  and N.Y.C., on August 6, 2014. Beloved wife of Skip Richards. Dear daughter of the late Sanford Jaffee and Miriam Pock Jaffee. Loving Sister of Lea Caplan.  Step mother of Sarah Richards and Lisa Richards. Grandma of Thea, Zevi and Lyris Richards.  Services at Congregation B’Nai Shalom, 117 East Main Street, Westborough, MA, on Monday, August 11, 2014 at 11 am. Interment at the Beit Olam East Cemetery, Wayland, MA. Remembrances may be made to Lymphoma Research Foundation, 115 Broadway, Room 1301, New York, NY  10006.

Ophir Feldman-In Boston, July 31, 2014. Burial in Israel .

Crafton  Lloyd Wolfson-of Hollywood, Fl., formerly of Newton, on July 31, 2014.Beloved husband of the late Eunice(Berman) Wolfson. Devoted fatner of Debra Herstoff and her husband James, Arthur Wolfson, and Janet Bates and her husband Peter. Dear grandfather of Jonathan Herstoff, and Naomi Herstoff, and Richard Wolfson. Dear brother of Rita Rotman, and the late Richard ,Raymond and Bertram Wolfson. Services in The Chapel at Sharon Memorial Park, 120 Canton St., Sharon, on Sunday August 3, 2014 at 10:00 am. In lieu of flowers remembrances may be made to American Heart Association,300 Fifth Avenue, Suite 6, Waltham, MA , 02451.

Dr. Alvin Essig, of Newton, on July 22, 2014. Beloved husband of Caroline ( Wechsler) Essig. Devoted father of Steven Essig, and Rina Davis and her husband Glenn. Dear grandfather of Heather Davis. Graveside service at Lindwood Memorial Park, 490 North St., Randolph, MA on Thursday, July 24, 2014 at 2:00 pm. Following the service, memorial observance will be at his residence until 8 pm, Friday 2-5 pm, and Saturday after sundown. In lieu of flowers remembrances may be made to a charity of your choice.

Graveside service at Sharon Memorial Park on Friday, August 1, 2014 at 10:45 am.

Shiva will be at the home of Edward and Eugenia Kaplan on Saturday and Sunday 7:00-9:00 pm.

BEDFORD – Jacob Wren Throckmorton, beloved son, brother, and friend, passed away from natural causes on July 22, 2014 in Bass River, Massachusetts. He was born on October 21, 1994 to parents Mark and Karen (Hersh) Throckmorton. Jacob was a kind and talented individual, known by family, friends, and peers for his infectious laugh, sense of humor, and creativity. He devoted his young life to music and art, exploring his own musical passions through song writing, vocals, and acoustic performances, while designing album, banner, and webpage artwork for several emerging American hip hop and rap musicians. Most recently, Jacob served as an ongoing contributor to the content and layout of a popular fashion blog. He was excited to begin studying at the College of Art and Design at Lesley University in the fall. Jacob’s love for humanity and compassion for others was the fabric of his daily life. He enjoyed spending his summers with family and friends on Cape Cod. He was blessed to share exceptionally close relationships with his late grandparents and great-grandparents, with whom he visited each weekend. His love of family inspired him to volunteer with the Council on Aging in Bedford, Massachusetts, where he had worked with senior citizens of his local community since middle school. Jacob will be forever loved and remembered by his parents, Mark and Karen; his brother, Joshua; his sister, Hayli; his extended family; and his dear friends. He was the grandson of the late Phyllis LeBlanc and step-grandson of Jerry LeBlanc; the grandson of the late Aharon Hersh and step-grandson of Reus Chaya Hersh; the grandson of Dana and Erma Throckmorton; and the great-grandson of the late Samuel and Lillian Chafetz, and Otis and Eda Wren. A graveside service will be conducted on Friday, July 25, 2014 at the Worcester County Memorial Park, 217 Richards Avenue, Paxton, MA, at 12:00 PM. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Bedford Council on Aging, 12 Mudge Way, Bedford, MA, 01730.

LIT, Barbara C. (Snow) Of West Bridgewater, formerly of Randolph, on July 19, 2014. Beloved wife of Leonard H. Lit. Devoted mother of Barry and Susan Lit, and Nancy and Brian Mills. Dear grandmother of Isaac and Rachel Lit and Tyler and Trevor Mills. Loving Sister of Cynthia Kaufman. Services at Temple Beth Am, 871 N. Main Street, Randolph on Wednesday, July 23, 2014 at 11:00 am. Following interment at Sharon Memorial Park, Sharon, memorial observance will be at the home of Barry and Susan Lit, on Wednesday until 9pm, Thursday 1-5, 6-9 pm and Friday 1-5 pm. In Lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to Temple Beth Am, 871 N. Main Street, Randolph, MA 02368.

There will be no service or shiva.

passed away on June 13, 2014 in the company of her son Kenneth and his fiancee Susanne Lowen. She had recently relocated to Washington, DC from Boynton Beach, FL where she lived for 15 years. Born March 6, 1930 in Everett, MA, Norma married David Rowe on September 10, 1950. They are survived by children Cathy, Andy and Kenneth, Andy’s wife Cyndee Rowe, grandchildren Mahriana Rofheart, Saraswati Rowe, David Rowe and William Rowe, brother Melvin Ligums, sister Roslyn Brunell and sister-in-law Elaine Ligums. May she join her cherished granddaughter, Nicole Rowe, brother Earl Ligums and beloved husband, David Rowe, in eternal peace. A private memorial service will be held on Sunday, July 27, 2014 in Newton, MA. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to ORT America (http://www.ortamerica.org/).

age 101, passed away peacefully while surrounded by her family at the Arbor Hospice in Ann Arbor, Michigan on July 19, 2014. She was born in Brooklyn, New York on March 12, 1913 to Daniel and Anna Levitan. After growing up in New York, she moved to Miami Beach where was secretary to Rabbi Irving Lehrman of Temple Emanu-El.  She then married and moved to Holyoke, MA, where she was active in the Sons of Zion synagogue for many years and worked in the family business, Feinstein Leather Company. Upon retirement, she moved to Florida. Ten years ago she moved to Ann Arbor, MI. She is predeceased by her husband Samuel Cotzin.  She leaves behind a son, Alan (Bette) Cotzin of Ann Arbor, Michigan; a daughter Norma (Michael) Passo of Fairfield, Connecticut; grandchildren Miriam (Daniel) Burg of Baltimore, MD., Debra(Rick) Kellner of Columbus, Ohio, Marc(Julie) Passo of Denver, Co., and Ellen(Jeffrey) Shaw of West Hartford, CT.; and six great grandchildren , Ellie, Shamir, Zoe, Shira, Abraham and Ezra. Milton and Sidney were her two adoring brothers who predeceased her. She will always be remembered as a woman devoted to her family, and as one who gave of herself to others. She was loved by all who knew her and will be greatly missed. Interment will take place at B’nai Brith Cemetery in Worcester, MA. Memorial contributions may be sent to Temple Beth Emeth, 2309 Packard Road, Ann Arbor, MI 48104; Arbor Hospice, 2366 Oak Valley Drive, Ann Arbor, MI 48103; or Jewish Family Services 2245 S. State St, Suite 200, Ann Arbor, MI 48104.

Lurie-Douglas I., of Randolph, on July 17, 2014. Beloved husband of Cindy (Spiro) Lurie. Dear son of the late Robert and Sylvia Lurie. Devoted father of Devra Dutton and her husband Zachary, David Lurie, Robert Lurie. Dear grandfather of Sylvie and Cora. Son in Law  of Beatrice Spiro. Loving brother of Marshall Lurie and Joshua Lurie and his wife Jean. Services at Temple Beth Am, 871 North Main Street, Randolph, on Sunday, July 20, 2014 at 2:00 pm. Following interment at Baker Street, West Roxbury, memorial observance will be at his residence on Sunday until 9 pm and continuing Monday through Thursday, 12-5 , 6:30- 9 pm, Friday 12-5 pm. Remembrances may be made to Temple Beth Am, Randolph.

Douglas Lurie was born in Boston in 1950 and lived on Seaver Street in Roxbury until his family moved to Randolph in 1958.

After graduating from Randolph High School in 1967, Doug earned an Associates Degree from Quincy College and then a Bachelor of Science Degree in Psychology from Boston State College in 1972.  After working for St. Johnsbury Trucking Company and various sales jobs, he opened a retail concession at Bob’s Discount in Revere from 1978-1991.

Doug established and became proprietor of Doug’s Bargains on Broadway in Chelsea, MA in 1991 and Doug’s Jewelers, in Chelsea in 1997, working there until 2009. As part of the Chelsea community, Doug served on the Board of Directors of the Chelsea Chamber of Commerce and was Past-President of the Chelsea Kiwanis Club.   Most recently he was a member of the management team at the original Bob’s Discount in New Bedford, MA and he was passionate about working at the Revere Flea Market every Sunday.

Doug was an active member of Temple Beth Am.  He was an Advisor and Youth Director of Randolph USY from 1975-1978 when the youth group had a membership of more than 400, the largest in the New England Region.  Doug served on the Temple Beth Am House Committee, was a member and past Co-Chairman of the Youth Committee, and was a long-serving member of both the Temple Beth Am Board of Directors and the Temple Beth Am Brotherhood Board of Directors.  In 2013 the New England Region of the Federation of Jewish Men’s Clubs awarded Doug the Keeper of the Flame Award, which honors leadership in Jewish life.

A Free Mason since 1971, Doug was a third generation Past Master of Germania Lodge (now The Consolidated Lodge, A.F. & A.M.) and was a Past President of the First Worshipful Masters Association of Massachusetts.

Doug loved learning and speaking Spanish, talking about and eating food, going out to restaurants, driving and exploring.  He greatly enjoyed his most recent trip to Israel, and vacations in Cape Cod and Maine.  Most of all, he passionately loved his family and (hundreds of friends).

Doug made his home in Randolph with his wife of 41 years, Cindy.  He has three children: Devra Dutton and her husband Zachary of Arlington; David of New York City; Robert of Quincy; and two granddaughters, Sylvie and Cora Dutton…all of whom were the lights and loves of his life.

of Newton Centre, formerly of Delray Beach, FL, on July 14, 2014. Beloved husband of the late Annette (Coppel) Baker. Devoted father of Marilyn Kurzman and her husband Stephen and Roberta Gorewitz and her husband Stephen. Dear grandfather of David, Jessica and her wife Stacie, Alyson and her husband Pedro, and Geoffrey and his wife Karen. Great-grandfather of Alexander, Lucas, Finnley, Angel, and Dale. Loving brother of the late Melvin Baker. Dear friend of Bea Berman. Services at Sharon Memorial Park, 40 Dedham St., Sharon on Wednesday, July 16, 2014 at 1:45 pm. Memorial observance at the home of Marilyn and Stephen Kurzman, Wednesday until 8 pm, Thursday 2-4 & 7-9 pm, and Friday 2-4 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to a charity of choice.

Jon S. Davis.  Age 70, of Hingham died July 14 of glioblastoma, a form of brain cancer.  Adored husband of 46 years of Jane Carmen Davis, formerly of Newton, exemplary father of Hadley Davis Rierson and Carrie Davis Lebovich of Los Angeles, and a cornerstone of both his extended family and the Massachusetts real estate legal community. Born in Ottawa Hills, Ohio, he was a graduate of the University of Michigan and president of its class of 1965. He earned a law degree from the George Washington National Law Center and while there was a staff member of President Lyndon B. Johnson’s Kerner Commission.  In 1968, he and Jane joined the Peace Corps moving to Quito, Ecuador.  He later founded the real estate firm Driscoll & Davis, renamed Stanton & Davis in Marshfield. A member of the Abstract Club, he served as president and board member of the American Legal & Financial Association and the Real Estate Bar Association of Massachusetts (REBA).  He was a founding board member of the Talking Information Center, a Marshfield nonprofit providing broadcasts for the visually impaired.  An avid golfer, he looked forward to summer days at the Cohasset Golf Club.  In addition to his wife and daughters, he is survived by his brother, Sam Davis of Berkeley, California, a sister, Beth Karren, of Piedmont, California and four grandchildren.

Memorial service on Sunday, July 20, 2014 at 2:00 pm, Derby Academy, Larsen Hall, 56 Burditt Ave., Hingham.

Donations in the memory of Jon Davis may be made to the Talking Information Center, 130 Enterprise Drive, Marshfield, MA 02050 or ticnetwork.org.

Ethel “Midge” Resnick Liner, (Fatles), 89, of Wellesley and Newton, on July 13,2014, surronded by her children. Beloved wife of the late Robert Liner and the late Donald Resnick. Loving mother of Sam and Adriana Resnick, Richard Resnick, Sheryl Marshall and her husband Howard Salwen,and mother in law of Ilyn Baracewicz.. Beloved sister of Saul Fatles. Adoring Grammy of Jenna, Brett Kevin, Dana and her husband Matt.  Cherished great grandmother of Keaton. She was an avid reader, incredible friend and popular with everyone until her death.  She was a lifelong member of B’nai Brith Women and proud of her activities and presidency of the local chapter. When she moved to Waterstone in Wellesley, she made new friends and was an active participant in all activities. She will be sorely missed. Services at The Wilson Chapel, on the campus of Hebrew College, 234 Herrick Rd., Newton Centre, on Wednesday, July 16, 2014 at 11:00 am.Following interment at Sharon Memorial Park, shiva will be at the home of Sheryl Marshall and Howard Salwen until 5:00 pm and 7-9pm and  Thursday 12-6 pm.In lieu of flowers remembrances may be made to B’nai Brith Youth Organization, 70 Saint Stephen St., Boston, MA 02115.or New England Villages, 664 School St., Pembroke,  MA 02359.

Richard M. Hyman – Of Waltham, formerly of Sharon, on July 13, 2014.Beloved husband of Harriet (Smookler) Hyman. Devoted father of Joshua Hyman and his wife Felicia, and Andrew Hyman. Dear grandfather of Julianne and Hillary Hyman. Loving brother of Jake Hyman and his wife Irene. Services at Temple Emanuel, 385 Ward St., Newton on Tuesday July 15, 2014 at 2:00 pm. Following interment at Baker St. Cemetery, West Roxbury, memorial observance will be at the home of Joshua and Felicia Hyman until 8:30pm and Wednesday and Thursday 12-2pm, 5:30-8:30 pm. In lieu of flowers remembrances to Alzheimer’s Association of MA, 480 Pleasant St., Watertown, MA 02462 or Brigham and Woman’s Development Office, 116 Huntington Ave., 5^th floor,Boston, MA 02116 and specify Shapiro Cardiovascular Center.

of Newtonville, on July 12, 2014. Beloved husband of Erika (Vilcsek) Cohen. Devoted father of Harvey and Morton Cohen. Dear grandfather of Samantha, Scott, Samuel, and Theresa. Loving brother of Abraham and Shirley Cohen. Services at Beth Israel Memorial Park, 190 South St., Waltham (http://www.jcam.org/Pages/Cemeteries/Cemetery_Pages/Waltham.htm), on Tuesday, July 15, 2014 at 2:00 pm. Memorial observance will be at his late residence, 346 Cabot St., Newtonville, immediately following the service, and continuing Wednesday and Thursday, 1-5 & 7-9 pm and Friday, 1-5 & 6-8 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association of MA, 480 Pleasant St., Watertown, MA 02472, or Newton-Wellesley Hospital, 2014 Washington St., Newton, MA 02462.

Stanley D. Rothenberg-of Brookline, on July  9, 2014.Beloved husband of the late Ruth (Walper) Rothenberg. Devoted father of Betty Goldberg and her husband Jerry. Dear grandfather of Lee Goldberg and his partner Brian Whipple, and Jeff Goldberg and his wife Casey Bayer. Dear brother of the late Frances Watchmaker. Services at Adath Jeshurun Cemetery, 350 Grove St. , West Roxbury on Tuesday, July 15, 2014 at 11:30 am. Following services, a memorial observance will be at the home of Betty and Jerry Goldberg until 8:00 pm Tuesday and Wednesday 4-8pm.In lieu of flowers remembrances may be made to Temple Israel , 477 Longwood Ave., Boston, MA 02115 or Circle of Tapawingo,5124 Holyrood Rd., Pittsburgh, PA, 15213.

KATZ, Leonard of Sharon, Massachusetts, Palm Beach, Florida and Mashpee, Massachusetts, on July 7, 2014. Beloved husband of Barbara (Stone) Katz with whom he shared 63 years. Devoted father of Roberta (Katz) Fallon and her husband John Fallon of Mashpee, Massachusetts, Neil Katz, M.D. and his wife Amy (Leong) Katz of Irvine, California, and Susan (Katz) Meister and her husband Michael Meister, M.D. of Coral Gables, Florida. Cherished grandfather of Meredith and David Meister, Matthew Fallon, and Sterling Katz. Dear brother of the late Manuel Katz and the late George Katz. Attended Boston University, World War II Army Veteran, Member of Moses Michael Hays Masonic Lodge A.F. & A. M. and Jewish War Veterans. Services at Temple Israel, 125 Pond Street, Sharon, on Wednesday, July 9, 2014 at 1:00 pm. Interment to follow at Sharon Memorial Park. Following services the family will return to Temple Israel until 9 pm. In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to the American Lung Association National Office, 55 W. Wacker Avenue, Chicago, Illinois 60601 or The Greater Miami Jewish Federation, 4200 Biscayne Blvd, Attention Dahlia Bendavid, Miami, FL 33137.

Eli A. Burack, age 99, of Boca Raton, FL, died peacefully at his residence on Saturday, July 5^th.

Elder patriarch of the Burack family, and the one true love of his wife of nearly 72 years, Claire, Eli was also a devoted father, grandfather and great-grandfather; a skilled musician and charismatic music director; a gregarious storyteller; a hardworking teacher, farmer and businessman. Eli cultivated friends and admirers far and wide. His sense of humor was equaled by his kindness.

Eli was a Worcester native, a graduate of Classical High School, where he participated in all of the musical organizations, and served as student conductor of the orchestra for special events.

He was a graduate cum laude of the New England Conservatory of Music with a Bachelor’s degree in Music Education. He attended Boston University (Master’s degree in choral conducting). He was director of the Shrewsbury Men’s Glee Club, a teacher in instrumental music in the Worcester County Public Schools. He was director of vocal and instrumental music at Lyman School in Westborough. He was supervisor of training and education for the Department of Youth Services in Worcester County. He was a member of the Worcester Philharmonic Orchestra and staff musician at radio stations WTAG and WAAB for several years.

He was a member of the Connecticut Opera Association. He served as conductor of musical variety programs in the Worcester Memorial Auditorium featuring notable big bands such as Vaughn Monroe and Sammy Kaye. He was also a member of the Plymouth Theater Orchestra, and founding member of the Allan Scott Orchestra. He was a member of the staff of Temple Emanuel for 32 years where he served in multiple capacities: music director, organist, choir director, b’nai mitzvah instructor, and principal of the Religious School for several years.

After retirement to Boca Raton, he was invited to direct the adult choir at Temple Beth El. He served as a para-chaplain for the South Palm Beach Jewish Federation and visited the sick in local hospitals. He also conducted weekly religious services  at several nursing homes.

Eli was a charter member of the Massachusetts Employees’ Organization and a charter member of the Worcester chapter of the American Guild of Organists. He was a member of and organist for the Masonic Level Lodge of Worcester, and a member of B’nai B’rith and the Anti-Defamation League.

He was the recipient of community awards: the Man of the Year Award from Temple Emanuel Brotherhood and the Ner Tamid Award from the Temple Boy Scout Troop. He served as merit badge advisor in the Southwest Worcester Council of the Boy Scouts of America.

Eli was predeceased by his wife Claire (Ravitz) Burack, his son Jeffrey Burack, his sister Deborah Glover and his brothers, Harold Burack and Joseph Burack. He is survived by his daughter Laura (Burack) Jaye, wife of Rabbi Harold Jaye, former assistant rabbi of Temple Emanuel, Worcester. He is also survived by his grandchildren Ari, Zachary, and Mira Burack and her husband Jason Janusch, great-grandson Levi Janusch, and nieces and nephews.

FUNERAL SERVICES WILL BE  AT 3:00 PM ON WEDNESDAY, JULY 9,2014 AT TEMPLE EMANUEL,  280 MAY ST., WORCESTER. Burial will be at Holy Society Cemetery, Leicester. Immediately following  interment, a reception will be held in the Sisterhood Room of Temple Emanuel. Memorial contributions may be made to Temple Emanuel, 280 May St., Worcester, MA 01602.

Doris (Tobis) Locke -of Framingham, MA, formerly of Newton and Centerville, MA and Sarasota, FL, passed away on July 6, 2014, following a long struggle with Alzheimer’s disease. She was the beloved daughter of the late Ralph and Bessie (Weschler) Tobis and sister of the late Lucille Greenberg. Doris was the beloved wife of the late Merle I. Locke and the mother of Ralph (Lona Farhi) Locke and Jean (Alan) Miller. She was the beloved grandmother of Matthew Miller, Meredith Miller, Martha (Adam) Kerner, and Susannah Locke. After the death of her first husband, Doris became the beloved wife of the late Dr. Isadore Schwartz and the stepmother of Penny (Jason) Grossman. She was the beloved grandmother of Rachel Grossman and Richard (Michelle) Grossman. She was the adored great-grandmother of Zachary, Vivian, Bridget and Emma. Doris was the cherished cousin of Bernice Feldberg and a loving aunt to her nieces and nephew.Doris was an active fundraiser and leader in many organizations. She was a devoted member of the congregation of Temple Israel of Boston and was appointed a Lifetime Member of the Board of Trustees. She was a founding member of Women’s Aid for Heart Research and the Women’s Scholarship Association of Greater Boston. Doris was a proud graduate of the University of Massachusetts, Boston, earning her undergraduate degree in Gerontology at the age of 65. She enjoyed life, achieved many milestones, and was caring and kind to all her family and friends. Doris’s family wishes to thank the many doctors, nurses and aides who cared for her with skill, kindness and love in her later years. Doris will be greatly missed by those who loved her. Services will be held at Temple Israel, 477 Longwood Avenue, Boston (parking on the Riverway) on Tuesday, July 8, 2014 at 10:30 am. Interment at Sharon Memorial Park. Memorial observance will be at the home of  Jean and Alan Miller, 5 Angelica Drive, Framingham, 2-8:30 Tuesday. Remembrances in her memory may be made to the Merle I. Locke Youth Fund, c/o Temple Israel, 477 Longwood Ave., Boston MA 02215.

of Walpole, formerly of Randolph, on July 2, 2014, at the age of 85. Beloved husband of the late Toba C. (Goldstein) Stoller. Devoted father of Kenneth and Carolyn Stoller, Joel and Sharon Stoller, and Susan and Stephen Lougee. Papa to Jason, Melissa, Samantha, and Eric Stoller and Jennifer and Matthew Lougee. Brother of the late Henry and Julius Stoller. Loving uncle to many. Services at Temple Beth Am, 871 North Main Street, Randolph, Monday, July 7 at 11:00 am. Following interment at Sharon Memorial Park, memorial observance will be at the home of Joel and Sharon Stoller until 9pm and continue Tuesday through Thursday 2-5, 7-9 pm. In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to the American Parkinson Disease Association, 72 East Concord Street, Room C3, Boston, MA 02118, the  Alzheimer’s Association of MA, 480 Pleasant St. Watertown, MA 02472, or Temple Beth Am, Randolph.

Services are incomplete at this time.

Nikolaus R. “Klaus” Pichler, of Framingham, passed away on June 30, 2014 at the U-Mass Memorial Medical Center in Worcester.  He was 79 years old.

Born in Klagenfurt, Austria, he was the son of the late Richard and Elisabeth (Madile) Pichler. Klaus was raised and educated in Austria.  He began his career in electrical engineering after attending college and was recruited by the Digital Equipment Corporation to come to America in 1971 to integrate the keyboard and cathode ray tube (CRT) systems.  Klaus was an avid golfer and member of the Holden Country Club.

He is survived by his beloved wife and best friend, Susan (Feldman) Copeland; his sister, Lorli Daum; and his 2 brothers, Christoph and Peter Pichler.

Services will be held on Wednesday, July 2, 2014 at 11:00 am at the Edgell Grove Cemetery, 53 Grove St., Framingham.  Memorial observance will be held at his late residence through Thursday afternoon.  Donations in Klaus’ memory may be made to the U-Mass Memorial Foundation, 333 South St., Suite 13E-495, Shrewsbury, MA 01545.

Norma Adler, 84, of Framingham, formerly of Manhattan, died peacefully on June 30, 2014, at home. Born in Philadelphia on November 30, 1929, the daughter of the late William Greenberg and Ida (Charney) Greenberg, Norma graduated from Philadelphia High School for Girls and Drexel Institute of Technology. She pursued a career in advertising, and later developed an advertising and marketing industry executive search business in Manhattan. Following her love of art, she enrolled in the Art Students League of NY at the age of 60, and found her passion in abstract art and a community. She lived life fully, enjoying theater, travel, social action and a circle of close friends. She leaves behind her dear cousins, Karen Margolis and Victor Nussbaum of Framingham, and their children (her grandchildren) Leah, Daniel and Jared, and her dear friend Ina Torton. She is survived by her sister Annette Bodzin, and nieces and nephew, Kate Scheinman, Robert Sheinman and Wendy Kadens. She was predeceased by her son, John Adler. Graveside services will be held July 3, 2014, Roosevelt Memorial Park, Trevose, PA. In lieu of flowers, gifts may be sent to The Art Students League of New York to help fund the Norma Adler Scholarship.

of Weston, on July 1, 2014. Beloved husband, father, and grandfather. A self-made businessman and entrepreneur, he was a friend and benefactor of the Boston artist community. Mr. Beck was a simple person who enjoyed cooking, gardening, animals, nature, and spending time fishing in Maine.  Services at Beit Olam – East Cemetery, 42 Concord Rd., Wayland, on Thursday, July 3, 2014 at 2:00 pm.  Memorial observance will be private. In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to a charity of choice.

Services incomplete at this time.

Barbara R. Goldberg,  (Pollard) Of Seminole, FL. Formerly of Holbrook on June 27, 2014. Beloved wife of the late Morris Goldberg. Devoted mother of Beth Goldberg and Elisa Kimball and the late Arnold Goldberg. Dear Nana of Max Kimball. Loving sister of Stephen Pollard. Beloved friend of many. Graveside services at Sharon Memorial Park, Sharon on Thursday, July 3 at 11:45 a.m. Following services memorial observance will be at the Pollard residence on Thursday until 9 p.m. Remembrances may be made to Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, 60 Walnut St., Wellesley, MA or Suncoast Hospice House, 6770 102nd Ave North, Pinellas Park, FL 33782.

of Hallandale, FL, formerly of Quincy, on June 28, 2014. Beloved husband of the late Roberta Eicoff. Services were held on Sunday, June 29, 2014 at Sharon Memorial Park.

Barbara Signer, born Barbara Lucy, passed away last week in her Cambridge home at the age of 76. Born in New Jersey in 1938 to Frank and Esther Lucy, Barbara was raised in Los Alamos, New Mexico. She attended Radcliffe College before living in England and Paris, eventually settling in Cambridge, Massachusetts. After more than thirty years as a Periodical Librarian’s Assistant at Harvard’s Widener Library, Barbara retired in 2009.

Barbara was politically active for much of her life, working determinedly in support of political, environmental, and social causes, through donations, rallies, petitions, and letter writing. She worked for Barney Frank and, as part of the Nuclear Education Project group, published a book on parenting in the nuclear age. The friendships from which this group grew deepened over the years and continued to sustain her throughout her life.

Other interests included gardening, family, dance and theater, a voracious love of books, and spirituality. She converted to Judaism in her twenties, and found it a life long source of solace and support.

Barbara is survived by her two daughters, Kira and Rachel (Rae), her younger brother Richard Lucy (Dick), and a loving circle of family and friends across the globe. A memorial service will be held at the Wilson Chapel, 234 Herrick Road, in Newton Centre on Wednesday, July second at 11am. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Nature Conservancy or the ACLU.

Glickstein, Dr. Milton L., of Chestnut Hill, on June 24, 2014. Beloved husband of the late Lilian (Polov) Glickstein. Devoted father of Betty-Ann Estner of Natick. Loving brother of the late Anne Kaden, Celia Glickstein and Sue Hacker. Also survived by many loving nieces, nephews, great nieces, great nephews and great-great nieces and nephews. The family wishes to thank his special caregiver, Valorie. Services at Congregation Mishkan Tefila, 300 Hammond Pond Parkway, Chestnut Hill, on Thursday, June 26, 2014 at 12 Noon. Following interment at Mishkan Tefila Memorial Park, West Roxbury, family and friends are invited to the Social Hall at his residence until 5 pm and 7-9 pm. Memorial observance will continue at his residence on Friday 1-5 pm, Sunday 12-5 pm. Remembrances may be made to the Food Bank at Congregation Mishkan Tefila, or to a charity of your choice.

of Chicago, IL, formerly of Needham, on June 22, 2014. Beloved husand of Blanche (Swartz) Randall. Devoted father of Pamela Randall, Robin Fintel, and Melinda Randall. Dear grandfather of Gregory and Bradley Finger, Bara, Josh, and Zack Fintel, Noah and Jenna Chodos. Services at Sharon Memorial Park, 40 Dedham St., Sharon, MA on Wednesday, June 25, 2014 at 10:45 am.

Gertrude “Trudi” Gussman-of Newton, on June 23, 2014.Beloved wife of Robert A. Gussman. Devoted mother of Bonnie Durlin and her husband Clifford, Donna Farrell and her husband Christopher. Dear grandmother of Katherine and Matthew McEachern. Loving sister of Claire Hurley, Marie and John Eckstein. Services at Newton Cemetery Chapel, 791 Walnut St., Newton, on Wednesday, June 25, 2014 at 12:00 noon. Interment will follow at  Newton Cemetery.

Albert Coleman- of Chestnut Hill, on June 22, 2014.Beloved husband for 65 years of Lillian ( Levin) Coleman. Devoted father of Rochelle Shoostine and her husband Jay, Erwin Coleman and the late Jay Coleman. Dear grandfather of Randy and Brooke Shoostine, and Seth and Alex Coleman and Shoshanna  Coleman.Graveside service will be private. Memorial observance commencing Tuesday at the home of Rochelle and Jay Shoostine, 3–9 pm, Wednesday and Thursday 2-4 & 7-9 pm and Friday 10-12noon.In lieu of flowers remembrances to Congregation B’nai  Jacob of Boston and Newton, 955 Beacon St. , Newton, MA 02459,or Chabad of Brookline, 496 Harvard St. , Brookline, MA, 02446.

of Wellesley Hills, on June 21, 2014. Beloved wife of the late George Libin. Devoted mother of Richard Libin and his wife Cathy of Pocasset and Robert Libin and his wife Irene of Natick. Dear grandmother of Michael and Jennifer Libin, and Renee Hmura and her husband Steven. Cherished great-grandmother of Avery Hmura. Loving sister of Ruth Ross. Graveside services at Sharon Memorial Park, 40 Dedham St., Sharon on Monday, June 23, 2014 at 11:45 am. In lieu of flowers, donations in Janet’s memory may be made to the Dana Farber Cancer Institute, P.O. Box 849168, Boston, MA 02284.

Brenner, Sylvia B. (Bloomfield), of Chestnut Hill, on June 19, 2014. Beloved wife of the late Dr. Louis Brenner. Devoted mother of Dr. Mark Brenner and his wife Jean and Janice Elston and her husband Stuart. Loving sister of the late Bernice Kesslen and Beryl Richmond. Dear grandmother of Nathan and Julia, Stuart and Melissa. Service  at the Wilson Chapel, 234 Herrick Rd., Newton Center (on the campus of the Andover-Newton Theological School), on Sunday, June 22, 2014 at 1:00 pm. Interment at Sharon Memorial Park. Memorial observance at her late residence Sunday until 9:00 pm and continuing Monday and Tuesday, 1-5 & 7-9 pm. Remembrances may be made to Simmons College , c/o School of Social Work, 300 The Fenway, Boston, MA 02215.

Dale Parrish(Goldberg) Of Medfield, on June 18, 2014. Beloved wife of Stephen Parrish. Devoted mother of Elisa Parrish and Lauren Parrish Walker and her husband Matthew. Dear nana of Isabel and Ava Walker. Services were held at the Wilson Chapel, Newton. Remembrances may be made to Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Breast Oncology Research Program, C/O Dr. Steven Come, 330 Brookline Avenue, Shapiro 9th Floor, Boston, MA 02215 or to Care Dimensions Hospice, 75 Sylvan St., Suite B-102, Danvers, MA 01923

WESTBORO – Shirley (Morganstern) Roth Salzberg, 90, died  Wednesday, June 18,2014 at her residence.

She was the beloved mother of Pamela Tabb, wife of Larry Tabb of Westboro, and Dr. Malcolm Roth and his wife Lisa of Albany, NY, and her cherished grandchildren, Max and Andy Tabb, and Melanie and Caroline Roth.

She was predeceased by her first husband, Morton Roth and by her second, Emanuel Salzberg.

For many years she was a bookkeeper in the garment industry. She and her husband owned and operated Mur-Man Trimming Company.

Memorial observance  3-8 pm on Sunday, June 22, 2014 at the residence of Pamela and Larry Tabb,

t 7 Benjamin Drive, Westboro, MA.

Services were held in New York at Beth David Cemetery on Thursday June 19, 2014.

WORCESTER – Ronald S. Savage, 77, of Altamonte, Florida, died on Monday, June 16, 2014.

He leaves two daughters, Melanie Kandel of Potomac, MD and Robyn Jaffee; two sisters, Nahamma Kates and Susan Yellin, and six grandchildren.

GRAVESIDE FUNERAL SERVICES WILL BE HELD AT 10:00 AM ON SUNDAY, JUNE 22, 2014 AT HOLY SOCIETY CEMETERY, CEMETERY RD.,LEICESTER, MA.

Following  interment, a reception will be held at a location to be announced at the funeral service.

of Newton, MA, formerly of Wellesley, on June 16, 2014. Devoted mother of Constantine and Elena Finehouse. Loving daughter of Mikhail Heifetz and Nina Dolzhkova. Cherished grandmother of Isabella.  Irina’s family will receive visitors at the Wilson Chapel on the campus of Andover Newton Theological School, 210 Herrick Rd., Newton Centre, on Friday, June 20, 2014 from 4-7 pm. A graveside service will be held on Saturday, June 21, 2014 at 11:00 am at Newton Cemetery, 791 Walnut St., Newton Centre. Those wishing to remember Irina may do so through donations to the Ulfelder Healing Garden, c/o Massachusetts General Hospital, 55 Fruit St., Boston, MA 02114.

passed away peacefully on June 14, 2014. She leaves behind her beloved son, Gerald Feldman, daughter Rachel Feldman and son Stuart Feldman. She also leaves behind her beloved nephew and niece Larry and Cheryl Franklin and their children Adam and Alana Franklin, Jared Franklin and Christie McFarland. Indie and Sabrina the devil daschunds will miss hugs and kisses from their little old aunt. She will also be missed by her loving family friends Gloria and Larry Lieberman. Ruth Feldman had a passion and love for antiques which lead to a 35 year career in the industry. Well known in the Antique world she will be missed by many of her peers and business associates. Donations in Ruth’s memory may be made to the Dana Farber Cancer Institute, P.O. Box 849168, Boston, MA 02284.

Mark Abrams remembers the summer when his younger brother Rick — then only 14 — became the chef at The 1661 Inn on Block Island, which the Abrams family had recently purchased.

The chef had burned his hand and couldn’t work. So Rick stepped in —demonstrating the determination, drive, and good cheer that would later lead not only to some enviable culinary skills, but also to his success as an educational software pioneer and his community-building initiatives in Lexington, Mass., where he lived.

Richard D. Abrams, beloved husband, father, and son, and a steadfast friend to many in Rhode Island and Massachusetts, died on Sunday, June 15. He was 57.

Though the Rhode Island native spent his adult years in Massachusetts, Rick, a graduate of the La Salle Academy in Providence, was a true son of Rhode Island, and visited frequently. He and his wife, Susan Kenyon, were married at the Dunes Club in Narragansett and remained longtime members.

Those who knew Rick refer to him as one of the most relentlessly upbeat people — as well as the most quietly and humbly effective — that they have ever met.

This gift certainly was apparent when the young teenager ran the family inn’s kitchen. Mark remembers Rick’s hard work — long shifts with his brother at The 1661 Sandwich Shoppe on Block Island’s Water Street, and endless hours improving the inn, which later grew to become the 1661 Inn and Manisses Hotel. “We’d do all the painting and wallpapering of the rooms in the off season,” Mark said.

He suspects his brother’s longtime love of cooking — and his talent for it —started when that chef burned his hand. During the inn’s first summer, Rick worked under the injured chef’s guidance, then continued as assistant chef the following summer under a graduate of the Culinary Institute of America, John Bowen. Rick also helped redesign the hotel’s kitchen, poring over plans, all while still a teenager.

When Rick was 17, he read about what Johnson & Wales planned to offer in its culinary program in the Providence Journal and forwarded the information to Bowen, suggesting he apply. Bowen, now the Chancellor of Johnson & Wales University, has been at the culinary school for four decades.

“Rick reads this in the Providence paper. He sees this opportunity and sends it on to him,” recalled Rick’s brother, Mark. “He was such a connector. He’s so good at always seeing these opportunities and realizing who could benefit in a positive way from them. Just bringing people together.”

Mark believes Rick’s staunch environmentalism started on Block Island, too. One lasting environmental legacy is a system of walking trails that Rick spearheaded in Lexington. “He did it with his positive vision, his enthusiasm, his grace,” said Deb Mauger, chair of Lexington’s Board of Selectmen, who watched Rick bulldoze through the bureaucracy on a quest to connect the historic town’s walking trails. “He was so elegant in what he did. He would come into meetings and everybody would just vote yes.”

What they voted for was Rick’s long-term vision of a healthier population and a cleaner environment. He was determined to get people out of their cars and onto their feet. His system of trails, called ACROSS Lexington (Accessing Conservation land, Recreation areas, Open space, Schools and Streets) Lexington, is tangible testimony to the extraordinary impact one motivated man can have on a community.

“Across Lexington is an apt metaphor for Rick’s lifelong passion for forging connections and bringing people together,” said longtime friend Jamey Rosenfield. “It also reflects his commitment to the environment and the community.”

Though he fought a terminal illness for nine years, Rick walked and walked, almost until the end. Rick helped plan the 30-mile Boston Greenbelt Walk and Lexington’s Bike Walk ’n’ Bus Week, for which he led three walks in May, just weeks ago. His Twitter account lists post after post about the physical, mental, and creative benefits of walking. Rick also became an avid follower of tai chi and other alternative mind-body approaches, which helped ground him through numerous surgeries and ups and downs.

Rick also connected people within the thyroid cancer community. As one of only three non-physicians in the 65-member International Thyroid Oncology Group (ITOG) — and the only patient — he was instrumental in helping the group of leading scientists and clinicians develop a plan for raising money for research and building awareness of advanced thyroid cancer.

“There’s this enthusiasm he has for the project that becomes infectious, that helps other people devote their energies to it,” said Dr. Steven Sherman of Houston, ITOG’s chairman. “There are a lot of people who are enthusiastic. Rick combines that energy and enthusiasm with a carefully thought-out plan.” Rick spread the word about ITOG through online initiatives and by bringing his unique patient perspective to the annual THYCA (Thyroid Cancer Survivors) conference.

Dwight Vicks, ITOG treasurer and a member of the organization’s founding team, said Rick helped raise awareness about aggressive thyroid cancers; many people refer to thyroid cancer as the “good cancer” because 93 percent of victims recover. One of the 7 percent, Rick prolonged his life through clinical trials and what Vicks called “superhuman attitude and courage.”

Professionally, Rick made his mark in the educational software industry as a co-founder of Tom Snyder Productions (TSP); he helped the innovative company grow from a start-up into a leader in the field, bringing technology into the classroom before that became standard practice. Snyder remembered the wisdom and maturity of his business partner: “Over 20 years, one could not hope for a more perfect business adventurer, innovator, host, chef, and genuine supporter of every exotic breed of talent he met.” Tom Snyder Productions was acquired in 2001 by Scholastic, where Rick continued working until late 2012.

Margery Mayer, president of Scholastic Education, called Rick a pioneer. “There’s so much conversation about the role of technology and learning. Rick, in partnership with Tom [Snyder] and Dock [David Dockterman, another TSP co-founder], set an agenda that’s still relevant,” she said. “They were thinking about how we can use technology to engage kids, to empower teachers, to cultivate learning that matters. All the questions I hear when I go to a conference, these are the same questions Rick and Dock and Tom asked from the beginning.”

And Rick always seemed to ask the right questions. “That takes somebody with an eager and open mind, really somebody who remains 24 years old,” Mayer said. “Rick never aged intellectually; he kept that very young, innovative, somewhat iconoclastic, revolutionary point of view. He never grew out of it.”

Rick had numerous other interests — many of which connected people to one another. Several years ago, when he wanted to start a men’s book club, he rallied several friends who continue to attend the meetings loyally; meetings have attracted visiting authors such as Larry Tye and Daniel Yergin. When Rick wanted to know more about climate change; he invited NASA scientist James Hansen to speak in his home.

Rick was an active member of Temple Isaiah in Lexington, as well as an involved 1978 alumnus of Colby College, where his wife, Susan Kenyon, and son Stanley also attended, and where daughter Sydney is currently enrolled. Susan and Rick helped create the Sandy Maisel Student Research and Internship Fund at Colby, to honor an inspirational professor.

As an outgrowth of his passion for educational and environmental causes, Rick also served on the boards of Wheelock College, the Concord Consortium, Educators for Social Responsibility, and the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution.

He is survived by his wife Susan Kenyon; his children Archie, Stanley, and Sydney; his siblings Rita Draper of Block Island, R.I., and Mark Abrams of São Paulo, Brazil; his father Justin Abrams of Block Island, R.I.; and his father-in-law Archibald Kenyon of Wakefield, R.I. He is the son of the late Joan Abrams. The family asks that, in lieu of flowers, donations be sent to the International Thyroid Oncology Group (ITOG), ACROSS Lexington, and/or the Pan Mass Challenge (under the names of participants Archie and/or Stan Abrams).

The funeral is Wednesday, June 18, at Temple Isaiah, 55 Lincoln Street in Lexington, Massachusetts, at 11:30 a.m. Burial will be at Mt. Auburn Cemetery in Cambridge.

Sheila F. (Fradkin) Grossman-Cizmar, of Saddlebrooke, AZ, formerly of Framingham, passed away on June 14, 2014. She was 67 years old.

Born in Boston, the daughter of the late Henry and Dorothy (Rachmilovitz) Fradkin, Sheila was raised and educated in Boston where she was the valedictorian of her graduating class at the Jeremiah E. Burke School for Girls. She went on to earn her Associates degree from the Chandler School for Women. Sheila was employed as an office manager and human resources professional.

The wife of William B. Cizmar, she was pre-deceased by her first husband the late Gerald S. Grossman. She is also survived by her 2 children, Ellen J. Grossman and Roger F. Grossman.

Funeral services will be held on Thursday, June 19, 2014 at 9:45 AM at Sharon Memorial Park, 40 Dedham St., Sharon, MA. In lieu of flowers, donations in Sheila’s memory may be made to the Framingham-Natick Chapter of Hadassah, c/o Mrs. Adrienne Mayer, 20 Cornell Rd., Framingham, MA 01701.

SANDLER- Erica J., of Randolph, on June 14, 2014. Dear daughter of Elise (Goldman) Sandler and the late Alan Sandler. Granddaughter of Rae Goldman. Mother of Jessica and Andrea. Sister of Julie and Sarah. Services at Temple Beth Am, 871 North Main Street, Randolph, on Thursday, June 19 at 11:00 am. Following interment at Sharon Memorial Park, memorial observance will be at her late residence on Thursday until 8 pm, Friday until 4 pm, Sunday 2-5 pm. Remembrances may be made to the American Diabetes Association, 330 Congress St., 5 Floor, Boston, MA 02110.

of Randolph formerly of Wellesley, June 14, 2014. Beloved husband of the late Lois Levites. Devoted father of Edward Levites and fiancé Michelle Nar of Fort Lauderdale, FL, Jack Levites and his wife Donna of Randolph and Julie Pennellatore and her husband Joe of Randolph. Dear grandfather of Jarred Levites, Harrison and Amanda Grogan. Also survived by many loving nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Services at Temple B’Nai Shalom, 41 Storrs Ave, Braintree on Thursday, June 19, 2014 at 10:30 am. Following the interment at Sharon Memorial Park memorial observance at his late residence on Thursday and continuing on Friday and Saturday. In lieu of flowers, remembrances in his memory may be made to the Development Office, Hebrew Senior Life, 80 NewBridge Way, Dedham, MA 02026.

WESTBORO — Burton L. Siegal, 90, of 6 Powder Hill Way, died on Friday, June 13, 2014  at Whittier Rehabilitation Hospital. He leaves his wife of 66 years, Charlotte (Epstein) Siegal; three daughters, Nancy, wife of Kenneth Niman of Baltimore, Lynne,wife of Alan Fox of Westboro, and Dr. Jane Siegal and her spouse Ann Reed of Minneapolis; a brother, Aaron H. Siegal of Wellesley; four grandchildren, Seth Niman and his wife Carrie of Bethesda, Marni, wife of Joshua Payne of West Newton and Dr. Rachael Grace, wife of Daniel Grace of Wellesley,  Dr. Zachary Niman and his wife Natalie of Deerfield, IL and six greatgrandchildren , Emily and Adam Niman, Brady and Dilan Payne and William and Peter Grace He was born and raised in Worcester, a son of Elbert J. and Dora (Price) Siegal and  lived in Westboro for the past 36 years. He graduated Classical High School and Boston University. He was the sales manager of Nylco, a division of Worthen Industries of New Hampshire for many years. Following his retirement, he joined its board of directors.He was a member of Congregation B’nai Shalom of Westboro, Worcester Lodge of B’Nai Brith, Level Lodge of Masons and was a volunteer consultant for SCORE.

FUNERAL SERVICES  AT 11:00 am  MONDAY, JUNE 16,2014, AT CONGREGATION B’NAI SHALOM,  117 EAST MAIN ST., WESTBORO, UNDER THE DIRECTION OF RICHARD PERLMAN OF BREZNIAK RODMAN FUNERAL HOME OF NEWTON. Burial will be at B’Nai Brith Cemetery, Worcester. Memorial observance  through 9 pm on Monday, June 16, and 6- 9 pm on Tuesday, June 17, at the residence of Lynne and Alan Fox, 8 Jefferson Rd., Westboro, MA.

Dorothy (Haffer) Rosenthal-of Belmont, on June 13, 2014. Beloved wife of the late Morris Rosenthal and Adolph Haffer. Devoted mother of Gary Haffer and his wife Sylvie, and Keith Haffer and his wife Jeri. Dear grandmother of Ian Haffer and his wife Julia, Lauren Haffer and Alex Haffer. Graveside services at Beth Israel Cemetery, 232 Fuller St., Everett, on Sunday, June 15, 2014 at 1:00 pm. Following services memorial observance will be at the home of Gary and Sylvie Haffer until 9:00 pm and Monday 7-9 pm. In lieu of flowers remembrances may be made to The Diabetes Association, 330 Congress St. , Boston, MA 02110.

Esther (Silverstein) Van Dam- of Brookline, June 13, 2014.Beloved wife of the late Melvin Van Dam. Devoted mother of Gerry Van Dam, Susan Siegel and her late husband Elliot, Eliot Van Dam and his wife Caryn. Loving grandmother of Dr. Steven Van Dam and his wife Allyson, Michael Van Dam and his wife April, Jeffrey Siegel and his wife Nanci, Amy Mounce and her husband Bill, Adam and Lauren Van Dam. Survived by 10 loving great grandchildren. Dear sister of the late Nathan Silverstein and Lillian Silverstein Stern. Services at Temple Israel, 125 Pond St. Sharon, on Monday, June 16, 2014 at 11:00 am. Following interment at Baker St. West Roxbury, memorial observance will be at the home of Eliot and Caryn Van Dam until 9:00 pm, and Tuesday 1-5 & 7-9pm.Remembrances may be made to The American Heart Assoc., 300 5^th Ave., ( Suite 6),Waltham, MA 02451.

Leona L. (Lerner) Rubin- Of Randolph, MA, on Thursday morning. Mrs. Rubin was born in Chelsea, MA on July 8, 1928. She was married to the late Arnold Rubin for more than 52 years. She was the loving mother of Carol and Scott Brown, Diane and Aron Kuppersmith and David and Marjorie Rubin; the devoted grandmother of Laura and Chris Kittredge, Matthew Brown, Leah Kuppersmith, Michael Kuppersmith, Zachary Rubin and Jacob Rubin, and adored bubie of Avery Kittredge. She was the beloved sister of the late Harold Lerner and beloved sister in law of Paul and the late Mildred Rubin, Audrey and the late Laurence Rubin, Doris and the late Sheldon Adler, and Dr. Robert and Judy Rubin. She is also survived by loving nieces, nephews and cousins. Funeral Services at Temple Sinai, 25 Canton Street, Sharon, MA, Sunday, June 15, 2014 at 12 noon. Interment at Sharon Memorial Park. Shiva Sunday until 9 pm, Monday through Wednesday 2-5pm & 7- 9pm at the home of Carol and Scott Brown. Donations may be made to the Arnold A. Rubin Adult Education Fund, c/o Temple Beth Am, 871 N. Main St., Randolph, MA 02368 or Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, 9 Erie Dr., Suite 101, Natick, MA 01760.