Archive: January, 2013

Rose (Goldman) Cohen, of Boston, died on January 23, 2013. Beloved wife the late Samuel “Eddie”. Devoted mother of Earl & Kristine Cohen of Arizona. Dear grandmother of Timothy and Rachel and great-grandmother of Karissa Cohen and the late Nicholas Cohen. Graveside services at Sharon Memorial Park on Friday January 25, 2013 at 10:45 am. Remembrances in her memory may be made to Youth On Their Own ,YOTO.org 1660 N. Alvernon Way, Tucson, AZ 85712.

Leon Pirovich, 79, of 8641 Pickwick Rd., North Port, Florida, a summer resident of 149 Milk St., Westboro, died on Monday, January 21st in the Jewish Healthcare Center in Worcester. He leaves his wife of 26 years, Margarita (Genin) Stukalin Pirovich; a son, Jacob Pirovich and his wife Elina of Shrewsbury; two step-sons, Felix Stukalin of Southboro and Michael Stukalin of Boston; and five grandchildren. His first wife Dora (Kuntzman) Pirovich died in 1985. He was born in Kharkov, Ukraine and was the son of Jacob and Basheva Pirovich and came to this country in 1981. He was a mechanical engineer of Specialty equipment. FUNERAL SERVICES WILL BE HELD AT 11 AM ON WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 23RD IN TEMPLE SINAI AT 661 SALISBURY ST. UNDER THE DIRECTION OF RICHARD PERLMAN OF BREZNIAK RODMAN FUNERAL HOME OF NEWTON. Burial will be in B’Nai Brith Cemetery in Worcester. Memorial Observance will be announced at the time of the funeral. Memorial contributions may be made to a charity of one’s choice

Harvey Fram, of Goddard House, Brookline, after a sudden illness on January 21, 2013. Beloved husband of  Claire (Wolbarst) Fram. Devoted father of  David  Fram and his wife Margaret Fitzgerald and the late Judith Fram Wilstein and her surviving  husband Robert. Dear grandfather of  Daniel  and Michael Fram and Matthew Wilstein. Loving brother of  the late David Fram and Irene Krute. Services at  The Newton Cemetery Chapel, 791 Walnut St. Newton on Monday January 28^th at  11:00 am. . In lieu of flowers remembrances in Harvey’s name  may be made to Goddard House, 165 Chestnut St. Brookline, MA 02445.

Silkes-Donald B., of Newton, formerly of Sharon, on January 18, 2013. Beloved husband of Sheryl (Rosenberg) Silkes. Dear son of the late Harry “Eddy” and Shirley (Kamerous) Silkes. Devoted father of Samantha and her husband Brian Kelly, and Lorne Silkes and his wife Kimberly. Proud grandfather of Nicole, Megan, Hayden, Brandon, and Blakelyn. Loving brother of Joan Freeman and her husband Alan. Donald is survived by many loving nieces, nephews, and great nieces. Services at Temple Israel  125 Pond  St., Sharon, MA on Thursday, January 24, 2013 at 1:00 pm. Following interment at Sharon Memorial Park, memorial observance will be at the home of Samantha and Brian Kelly until 8 pm, and will continue at Donald’s late residence Friday 11-2 pm, Saturday evening after sundown, Sunday 1-4 & 6-8 pm, and Monday through Wednesday 2-4 &   6-8 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society Donor Services, PO Box 4072, Pittsfield, MA 01202.

Resnick-Jack H., age 90, of Framingham, and formerly of Pearl River, NY, where he resided with his beloved wife for  over 60 years. Beloved husband of Anne (Stein) Resnick. Devoted father of Barry N. Resnick and his wife Cara (Anticoli) of Martha’s Vineyard, and Robert O. Resnick and his wife Jean (Peters) of Wellesley. Dear grandfather of Jesse Aaron Resnick and Spencer Dean Resnick.Loving brother of the late Jerry,Abe,Bill and Belle Resnick . Jack was born in Brooklyn, NY, and at an early age moved to Livingston Manor, NY where his family ran a farm and a summer boarding home. After graduating high school, he enlisted in the military and served in WWII, flying cargo planes. He flew missions to Africa, China, and India. After the war he met and married his wife, Anne. Proceeding graduation at Columbia University, he went to work for IBM, until his retirement. His hobbies included building furniture, marquetry, stain glass art work, and fixing every mechanical device known to man. He enjoyed the poetry of Ogden Nash, and his favorite poem, Gunga Din, by Kipling. Graveside services at Beit Olam East Cemetery, 42 Concord Rd., Wayland, MA on Tuesday, January 22, 2013 at 11:00 am. Following services, memorial observance will be at the Shillman House, 49 Edmands, Rd., Framingham, from 3-4:30 pm, and will continue at the home of Robert and Jean Resnick from 5:30-7:30 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to the National Kidney Foundation, 30 East 33rd St., New York, NY 10016.

Charles Adler- of Miami,FL,formerly of Newton, on January 18, 2013,Beloved husband of the late Marilyn (Schultz) .Devoted father of Cindy Adler and her husband Antonio Escobar Adler. Dear brother of Charlotte Kirshner and Irving Adler and the late Jack “ Sonny” Adler and Pearl Weiner.Graveside services at Sharon Memorial  Park ,Sharon on Sunday  January 20, 2013 at  11:45 am. Following services a memorial observance will be held at the home of  Leslie and Arthur Pearlstein until 8:00pm Sunday only.In lieu of flowers remembrances to Brandeis University ,PO Box 549110 MS ,Waltham, MA 02454

Anne (Kalichman) Parnes, age 95, died at Aventura Hospital on Thursday, January 17th, 2013.Her husband, Dr. Jacob Parnes died in 1996. She leaves a son, Herschel Parnes and his wife, Margaret Soli of Seattle; a daughter, Dr. Sharon Parnes and her husband, Brien Brothman of Wrentham; a brother, Sol Kalichman of Aventura, FL; and two grandchildren, Suzannah and Ariel Brothman.She was the daughter of the late Aaron and Clara (Rosenfeld) Kalichman. She was a graduate of Albany State Teachers College and she received a Master’s degree in Social Work from the University of Pennsylvania. Prior to her marriage, she was a social worker in New York City.She had formerly been a member of Congregation Agudat Achim, Leominster Chapter of Hadassah, League of Women Voters, and The Leominster Hospital Guild.She had lived in Leominster for 54 years before moving to Aventura in 2002. Graveside Funeral Services will be held at 2 PM on Sunday, January 20th in Agudas Achim Cemetery on Rollstone Rd. in Fitchburg under the direction of Richard Perlman of Brezniak Rodman Funeral Home of Newton. Memorial Observance will be announced at the time of the funeral. The family suggests memorial contributions, to a charity of one’s choice .

Steven Berenson -of  Medfield ,formerly of  Brookline and Quincy , on January 16, 2013.Beloved son of the  late Louis and Mary Berenson.Devoted father of  Brett Burns and his wife Marie, Alisha and Theodora Berenson.Dear grandfather of  Shannon,Patrick and Erin Burns, Diego Raul and Sofia Vera.Brother of Anita  Berenson and the late Arnold Berenson. Services at The Roberts-Mitchell  Funeral Home  15 Miller St. , Medfield on Tuesday  January 22, 2013 at 12:00 noon. Interment will follow in Vine Lake Cemetery, Medfield.Remembrances to The Berenson Fund  14 Knollwood Rd. Medfield , MA  02052..

Pearl Halper of Newton, on January 16, 2013. Beloved wife of  the late Alfred Halper. Devoted mother of George Halper. Graveside services at Sharon Memorial Park on Friday January 18, 2013 at 2:45 pm.

Muriel (Kirschner) Burwick, age 91, died at her residence, 101 Barry Rd. on Thursday, January 17th.
Her husband of 45 years, I. Tutter Burwick died in 1990. She leaves two sons, Carl Burwick of Worcester and David Burwick and his wife Robin of Millbury; a daughter-in-law, Tina Burwick of Shrewsbury; seven grandchildren, Lee, Max, Zack, Jocelyn, Josh, Jeffrey and Kaitlin Burwick and five great-grandchildren, Luke, Ryan, Jake, Nate and Tyler Burwick. She was pre-deceased by her two sons, Douglas I. Burwick, who died on Sept. 20, 2012 and by Jeffrey Burwick, her granddaughter Jennifer Burwick, and her brother Douglas Kirschner.
She was born in Bronx, New York, the daughter of Louis and Tillie (Bornstein) Kirschner and lived many years in Worcester before living in Florida for many years, returning to Worcester a year ago.
She was a long time member of Mount Pleasant Country Club in Boylston and she was an avid golfer and doubles tennis player.
Above all, family was the most important. Every year, the entire family gathered at her Cape Cod residence and she looked forward to all of the family reunions.
FUNERAL SERVICES WILL BE HELD AT 10 AM ON SUNDAY, JANUARY 20TH IN TEMPLE SINAI, 661 SALISBURY ST. UNDER THE DIRECTION OF RICHARD PERLMAN OF BREZNIAK RODMAN FUNERAL HOME OF NEWTON. Burial will be in B’Nai Brith Cemetery.
Memorial Observance will be held until 4 PM on Sunday, January 20th at The Willows at 101 Barry Rd.
Memorial contributions may be made to the I. Tutter Burwick Memorial Fund at the Jewish Healthcare Center, 629 Salisbury St., Worcester 01609.

Snyder-Ruth (Galner), formerly of Chestnut Hill and Delray Beach, born on January 17, 1913, passed peacefully surrounded by her children and loved ones on January 12, 2013 after celebrating an outstanding pre-100th birthday party last month. A daily helping of dark chocolate, a handful of peanuts and a sip or two of brandy carried her as close to 100 as she wanted to get. Rarely beaten in bridge or jeopardy, she is survived by son Richard Snyder and his wife Marilyn and daughter Jane Kaatz and her spouse Linda Woods, grandchildren Robert and Michele Snyder and John and Tania Snyder, Lauren and Joe Lautner, Noah Kaatz and Mike Majewicz, Dexter and Tanya Bachelder, and Dayna Silverman, great grand children Brett, Wilson, Jed, Rudy, Henry, Marley, Eleanor, Theo and Hampton. Contributions may be made to The Jennifer Lynn Snyder Teen Heart Foundation, 2732 Spenser Court, Northbrook, IL 60062. A private graveside service will be held on January 14, 2013 at the Sharon Memorial Park, Sharon, MA.

Weisman-Richard E., suddenly on January 10, 2013 in Florida. Survived by his wife of 49 years Janice Lutz Weisman. Devoted father of Sarah Weisman (Tom Mills) of Barrington, NH, Andrew Weisman (Connie) of Wakefield, MA, and Jessica Garrabrant (Dan) of NJ. Proud Grandfather of Joshua Weisman, Brian, Christopher and Allie Garrabrant. Richard attended Hebron Academy, ME and Norwich University, VT. He served his country in the Army Reserve. He spent many years working in both the private and public work sectors including Director of Middlesex County Regional Probation, MA Child Support Enforcement Program, and the MA Dept of Mental Retardation. He lived in Newton, MA for 42 years and was very active in the community, including serving as President of the Newton Youth Foundation which ran a teen program called Beginnings, chaired the Newton Human Rights Committee and was a member of Freeport Foundation and the Mayor’s Cable Commission. He was a past Commodore of the Charlesgate Yacht Club, Cambridge, MA. He was never happier than when cruising with his family and friends on the New England Coast in his beloved boat “Jessarah”. Since 2002 he wintered in Fort Myers, FL, where he loved playing in a Senior Citizens Softball League and attending Red Sox Spring training games. He will be deeply missed. Services at the Brezniak-Rodman Chapel, 1251 Washington St., (corner of Chestnut St.) on Thursday, January 17, 2013 at 10:00 am. Following interment at Newton Cemetery, the family will receive visitors at the home of Andrew and Connie Weisman and will continue Friday 2-8 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to the Food Pantry of Salvation Army, 402 Mass Ave., Cambridge, MA 02139 or a charity of your choice.

Garber-Eleanor Natalie, of Worcester, formerly of Lakeland, FL and Greenfield, MA, on January 8, 2013. Beloved wife of the late Max Garber.
Devoted mother of Dr. Geraldine Feldman and David Epstein of Naples, FL, Dr. Seth and Susan Garber of Clackamas, OR and the late Sue Levy and Merrill Garber.
Dear grandmother of Joshua and Wendy Feldman, Sara and Jonathan Jacobson, Riva and Darren Wolkow, Ariel Levy, David and Alexandra Levy, Michael Garber and fiancee Mandy Littlewood, Karin Garber, and the late Daniel Garber.
Great Grandmother of Sophia and Andrew Jacobson, Tobin and Jamon Wolkow.Eleanor was a graduate of Chelsea High School and Salem State College. She held a Master of Arts degree from UMass Amherst. She had a long career as a teacher and was known for her brilliant fund of knowledge and baking skills.Graveside services at Agudas Achim Cemetery, Fitchburg, MA on Thursday, January 10, 2013 at 11:00 am. Memorial Observance will be at
12 Leyton Rd., Worcester, MA Thursday until 8 pm and Sunday 1-4 pm.Remembrances in her memory may be made to Leominster Children’s Library, 30 West St., Leominster, MA 01453, Congregation Beth Israel,
15 Jamesbury Dr., Worcester, MA 01609 or Worcester Public Library,3 Salem St., Worcester, MA 01608.

Rav Shimon Daniel Refael Sadick, 61, passed away on January 5, 2013 after a short illness. He leaves behind his wife Myra Weisfeld Sadick of Houston; his son Simcha Binyamin Sadick of Brooklyn; step-children Isaac and Sara Jacobson of Houston.. He was the son of Marcia (Dobis) Sadick of Newton and the late Alvin Irving Sadick. He also leaves behind his sister Sherry Sadick Wilgoren of Framingham and brother Stuart Sadick of Newton; his nephew and niece, Joshua and Stacey Wilgoren of Framingham, and many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. He lived and worked many years in Israel and abroad in the field of education as well as helping the infirm, homeless, and less fortunate. Funeral and burial were held on January 8 in Netivot, Israel. Contributions may be made in his memory to: Talmud Torah of Hevron Israel; or Hevra Kadisha of Houston; or Kiviti HaShem and Shiviti HaShem Synagogues in Ofakim, Israel. Checks can be made payable to any of these institutions and sent to Steven Plumb, CPA, 5300 North Braeswood Boulevard, PMB 370, Houston, TX 77096. Memorial observance will be held at the residence of Marcia Sadick, Cabot Park Village, 280 Newtonville Ave, Newton, MA Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday 2-4 and 6-8pm, Friday 2-4pm, Saturday 6-8pm, Sunday and Monday 2-4 and 6-8pm.

Lawrence Smith of Danvers , formerly of Sharon,on January 7, 2013. Beloved husband of Sylvia ( Shapiro) Smith.Devoted father of Lee Smith and his wife Sharon, Dr. Bruce Smith and his wife Carmel.Dear grandfather of Alexander and Erik,Kakoa and Maya.Graveside services at Sharon Memorial Park ,(Opposite 41 Dedham St. Sharon,MA on Wednesday January 9th at 11:45 am.In lieu of flowers remembrances to Kaplan House 78 Liberty St. Danvers, MA 01923.

WORCESTER – Isaac Ahtof, 70, of 3 Lynnwood Lane, died on Monday, January 7th at UMass Memorial Healthcare, after an illness.He leaves his wife of 43 years, Jenny (Levent) Ahtof; two daughters, Gina wife of Michael Pupillo of Worcester and Betin wife of Keith Robichaud of North Smithfield, RI; a sister, Estela wife of Sami Estroti of Istanbul, Turkey and two grandchildren, Luke and Julia Robichaud.He was born in Istanbul and was a son of David and Bienvenuta (Haliyo) Ahtof and lived in Worcester for 39 years.He owned and operated Elm Park Auto Body for 31 years until his recent retirement due to illness.He was a longtime member of Beth Israel Synagogue, a longtime Secretary of Level Lodge of Masons and was a 32nd Degree Mason. He was a Past President of Worcester Probus Club and a Past President of the Massachusetts Auto Body Association. He was a member of the Chabad in Westboro.FUNERAL SERVICES WILL BE HELD AT 1 PM on WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 9TH IN BETH ISRAEL SYNAGOGUE ON JAMESBURY DRIVE UNDER THE DIRECTION OF RICHARD PERLMAN OF BREZNIAK RODMAN FUNERAL HOME OF NEWTON. Burial will be in Holy Society Cemetery in Leicester.Memorial Observance will be held through 3 PM on Friday Afternoon at his residence at 3 Lynnwood Lane.Memorial contributions may be made to Chabad of Westboro, 54 South St., Westboro, MA 01581.

Judith (Aronson) Alpert, 81, on January 6, 2013 at home in Chestnut Hill after a courageous battle with cancer. Beloved wife of Martin Alpert with whom she shared 61 wonderful years of marriage.  Loving mother of Nancy Alpert (Gwen Marcus) of Manhattan and Kenneth Alpert. Devoted sister of Helaine Miller (and her late husband, Stanley) and Martin Aronson (Geila), and sister-in-law of Estelle Mitchell (and her late husband, Victor) and the late Howard and Ida Alpert. She was the matriarch of our family, loved by all who knew her, and is also survived by many loving nieces, nephews and cousins. She dedicated her life to helping people, personally and professionally. She graduated from Boston University with a BA in English Literature and continued taking courses at BU throughout her life, especially with Elie Wiesel and the late Saul Bellow and Benno Varon. After raising her two children, she went back to BU for a Masters in Counseling and led the Alcohol Services programs at Faulkner and St. Elizabeth’s hospitals. She served on the Mass. Governor’s Advisory Council on Alcoholism and Drug Rehabilitation for 7 years. She was elegant, gracious, and devoted to friends and family. Services at Congregation Mishkan Tefila at 300 Hammond Pond Parkway, Chestnut Hill, MA 02467 on Tuesday, January 8th at 12 noon. Following interment at Lindwood Memorial Park in Randolph, shiva will be observed at the home of Martin Alpert at 280 Boylston Street, Chestnut Hill on Tuesday until 8pm; on Wed. and Thurs. from 2-4pm and 6:30–8:30pm; and Friday from 12 – 2pm. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Congregation Mishkan Tefila or the Elie Wiesel Center for Jewish Studies at BU, 147 Bay State Road, Boston, MA 02215.

Baker-Joan (Tepper), of Easton MA on January 4, 2013. Beloved wife of Burton Baker. Devoted mother of Michael Tepper and his wife Dianne, Richard Tepper and his wife Jill, and Melissa and her husband Eric Kagan. Proud grandmother of Ryan, Brittany, Abby, Alex, Joey, Amanda, and Sam. Loving sister of S. David Goldberg and his wife Carol, and Frances and her husband Bernard Gilfix. Joan was the owner of Jaimes Place of Easton for 35 years. Services at Temple Beth Abraham, (1301 Washington St., Canton, MA) on Sunday, January 6, 2013 at 11:00 am. Following interment at Sharon Memorial Park, memorial observance will be at the home of Melissa and Eric Kagan until 8 pm, and will continue Monday 4-8 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be made to Oliver Ames High School Scholarship Fund, PO Box 205, North Easton, MA 02356.

Miriam (Rubin) Guterman
WORCESTER – Miriam “Mim” Ruth (Rubin) Guterman, age 91, of 629 Salisbury St., passed away Thursday, January 3rd after a brief illness.
Her husband of 62 years, Dr. Burte Guterman, died 2003. She leaves a son, Peter S. Guterman and his wife Deborah of Paxton; a daughter, Jane E. wife of David WAsser of Columbia, MD; two brothers: Dr. Judah Rubin and his wife Kyla of Mashpee and Dr. Herb Rubin and his companion, Ghislian Borno of Worcester; five grandchildren: Leah, Carl Bishop, Denae and Benny.
She was a graduate of Classical High School, Simmons College, and Yale University, where she received a Masters degree in Sociology. Miriam was a devoted wife and mother. She worked alongside her husband for thirty years in his psychiatric practice. A lifelong learner, she was the first person in the Worcester area to study and operate the electroencephaleograph machine. She then went on to assist her son, Peter in his business; Guterman International. She played an integral role in the success fo this company, and continued working ther until her eighty-ninth year.
Mim was an avid golfer and tennis player. She had a broad scope of hobbies and interests; which included gardening, flower arranging, collecting oriental art, and music. An accomplished pianist, she was on the board of Worcester Music Association and Opera Worcester. She was an avid reader. She had a fondness for pets, especially dogs. In her later years, she took great pleasure in her visits with Bart and Sam, her grand-dogs.She and her husband, Burte were among the ten founding families of Temple Sinai, Worcester. She was the first female president of the temple in 1978.The family would like to express their appreciation to the caregivers at the Jewish Healthcare Center as well as the home health care support staff under Paris Mbugue.
FUNERAL SERVICES WILL BE HELD AT 12:00 NOON ON SUNDAY, JANUARY 6TH IN TEMPLE SINAI, 661 SALISBURY ST. UNDER THE DIRECTION OF RICHARD PERLMAN OF BREZNIAK RODMAN FUNERAL HOME OF NEWTON. Burial will be in B’Nai Brith Cemetery.
A reception will follow at Temple Sinai.
Memorial contribuitions may be made to Temple Sinai, 661 Salisbury St., Worcester 016009

Rose Brodsky of Kittery, Maine , on January 4, 2013. Graveside services at Children of Israel Cemetery, Haverhill on Sunday January 6 at 12:00 noon.

Anna Rae (Sachs) Wheeler – of Newton, on January 4, 2013. Beloved wife of the late Harry Wheeler. Devoted mother of Todd T. Wheeler and his wife Barbara, and Jeffrey W. Wheeler and his wife Suzanne. Dear grandmother of Dr. John H. Wheeler and his wife Christie, Douglas A. Wheeler and his wife Margo, Adam S. Wheeler and his wife Kara, Andrew C. Wheeler and his wife Melissa, and Jennifer A. Jarit and her husband Dr.Gregg Jarit. Loving great grandmother of Benjamin M., Zachary H., Matthew O., Madeleine K., Catelyn A., Jack H., Alexis L. Wheeler, Austin H. and Hayden R. Jarit. Dear sister of the late Dr. Bertram Sachs and Ardyth Jurist. Graveside services at Sharon Memorial Park (Opposite 41 Dedham St.), Sharon, on Monday, January 7, 2013 at 11:45 am. Following services, memorial observance will be at the home of Andrew and Melissa Wheeler until 9pm Monday, Tuesday 1-4pm, 6-8pm. Remembrances to Harry Wheeler Memorial Fund at Temple Sinai,50 Sewall Ave., Brookline, MA 02446.

Zuker-Ruth V. (Kahn) of Delray Beach, Fl and Chestnut Hill, on January 1, 2013. Beloved wife of Alan G. Zuker for 66 years. Devoted mother 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 mother in law of the late Linda Zuker. Beloved grandmother of Danyel Rodgers and her husband Chris, Stephen Gladstone and his wife Melissa, Abigail Goodman and her husband Marc, Robert Zuker and his wife Molly, Matthew Zuker and his wife Andrea, Lauren Siff and her husband Eden, Alison Benton and her husband Ian, Jonathan Zuker and his wife Abbie, Shira Gladstone, Franklin Ross, Robert Taylor, Lisa Taylor, Samuel Zuker, and Andrew Zuker. Also survived by twenty great grandchildren. Loving sister of Marcia Merlin and her husband Paul, Bernice Chefitz and her husband Mel, the late Leonard Kahn and his surviving wife Pearl, Selma Freed and her husband Leonard, Natly Gordon and her late husband Edward, the late Allen Kahn and his surviving wife Polly, Joan Berenson and her late husband Sumner, and the late Roberta Zuker. Ruth was an active member of the Jewish community, teaching all who knew her by example how to live a loving, compassionate, generous, gracious and dignified life. Her legacy lives on in all who loved her. Services at Temple Beth Am, 871 N. Main St. Randolph, on Friday, January 4, 2013 at 11:00 AM. Following interment at the Beth El Cemetery, Baker St., West Roxbury, memorial observance will be held at the Community Room of Hampton Place, 77 Florence St., Newton, until 4:00 pm, continuing on Saturday evening 6-8 pm, Sunday 1-3 and 6-8 pm, and will continue at the home of Debrah and Mark Gladstone, Monday and Tuesday 1-3 and 6-8 pm and Wednesday 1-3 pm. In lieu of flowers please send remembrances to The Conquer Cancer Coalition of Massachusetts, PO Box 973, Framingham, MA 01701 or Temple Beth Am, 871 North Main St., Randolph, MA 02368.

Ann (Fradkin) Witkes
age 98, died on Tuesday, January 1st in the Jewish Healthcare Center.Her husband Norman B. Witkes died in 2000. She leaves two sons, Robert Witkes and his wife Lois of Leesburg, FL and Michael Witkes and his wife Ellie of Teaneck, NJ; A daughter-in-law, Eleanor Witkes of Worcester; Eight grandchildren, Joan Beth wife of Neil Gow, Charles Witkes and his wife Michelle, Jon Witkes and his wife Michelle, Marybeth Witkes, Shira wife of Paul Reiz, Ari Witkes and his wife Danielle, Dov Witkes and his wife Melanie Witkes and Dena Witkes; and 19 Great grandchildren. She was predeceased by her son, Bernard Witkes, her grandson, Mark Witkes and by her brother, Nathan Fradkin.She owned and operated Ann’s Lovell Beauty Salon for many years, retiring in 1976.She was born in Worcester, a daughter of Morris and Bessie (Holbert) Fradkin and had lived here for 75 years, moving to Boca Raton, FL for 20 years, returning to Worcester 3 years ago. She was a member of the former Shaarai Torah Synagogue East, the Ladies Auxiliary of the Jewish War Veterans and had been the secretary of her Condominium Association in Boca Raton for many years.FUNERAL SERVICES WILL BE HELD AT 1PM ON THURSDAY, JANUARY 3RD IN THE JEWISH HEALTHCARE CENTER, 629 SALISBURY ST. UNDER THE DIRECTION OF RICHARD PERLMAN OF BREZNIAK RODMAN FUNERAL HOME OF NEWTON.Memorial Observance will be held 3PM to 5:30PM on Thursday, January 3rd at the Jewish Healthcare Center. The remainder of Memorial Observance will be held at the residence of Michael and Ellie Witkes at 8 Carlyle Ct. in Teaneck, NJ.Memorial contributions may be made to the Jewish Healthcare Center.

Fay (Millekowski) Lewin Of Stoughton, formerly of Milton, on December 31, 2012. Beloved wife of the late Noah “Meyer” Lewin. Devoted mother of Leonard L. and Ellen C. Lewin of Newton, and Barry R. and Loren M. Lewin of Fair Haven, NJ. Dear grandmother of James D. and Melia T. Lewin of Austin, TX, Daniel R. and Corey Ann Lewin of Culver City, CA, Adam M. of San Francisco, CA, and Eric B. of New York, NY. Proud great-grandmother of Kahea E. and Naia K. of Culver City, CA. Fay was a holocaust survivor who came to America in July, 1949. Services at Temple Israel, (125 Pond St., Sharon, MA), on Thursday, January 3, 2013 at 1:00 pm. Following interment at Sharon Memorial Park, memorial observance will be at the home of Len and Ellen Lewin until 9 pm and Friday 1-5 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be made to the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum, 100 Raoul Wallenberg Place SW, Washington DC 20024, or Hebrew Senior Life, 1200 Centre St., Roslindale, MA 02131.

Patricia (Madden) Koritz- Of Needham, on December 30, 2012. Beloved wife of the late Harris Koritz. Dear daughter of the late Patrick and Anastasia Madden. Devoted mother of Robert Koritz and his wife Deborah of Dover, Hillary Koritz Price and her husband Marc of Chestnut Hill, and Jamie Genser and her husband Reese of Newton. Proud grandmother of Lauren, Ben, Madison, Leah, Rose and Jared. Patricia was a devoted sister and lovng aunt. She will be missed by family. A funeral mass will be celebrated at St. Joseph’s Parish, (1382 Highland Ave., Needham, MA) on Wed, January 2, 2013 at 10 am. Interment to follow at The Gardens at Gethsemane, 670 Baker St., W. Roxbury. Following services, memorial observance will be at the home of Jamie and Reese Genser until 3 pm, and 6-9 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be made to Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, 1311 Mamaroneck Ave., Suite 310, White Plains, NY 10605, or Hebrew SeniorLife, 1200 Centre St., Roslindale, MA 02131

Elliot “Coney” Cohen- of Stoughton, on December 26, 2012. Beloved Husband of Rita (D’Amore) Cohen.Devoted father of Wayne Cohen.Cherished grandfather of Fiona,Sarah and Sophia .Devoted great grandfather of Joseph.Dear Godfather of Jodi Cresswell. Loving brother in law of Rose Marie and her husband Joseph Camuso, Anita Calagna, Paul and Terri Valenti, Babe and her husband Jack Cresswell.Also survived by many loving nieces and nephews .Graveside services at Sharon Memorial Park, (opposite 41 Dedham St. Sharon) on Sunday Dec.30 , 2012 at 1:45pm.In lieu of flowers remembrances to Office of Development,
Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center 
330 Brookline Avenue , 
Boston, MA 02215 .In memory of Elliot Cohen.

WORCESTER – Lester Katz was born to Joseph & Anna M. (Dworman) Katz on May 3, 1923 in Worcester, and died at Jewish Healthcare Center on Thursday December 27th.
He is predeceased by his brother Milton and son Steven and is survived by his wife of 63 years Florence (Lisabitsky); his sister Doris Goff, his daughters Judith and Nancy, daughter-in-law Joey O’Connor-Katz, grandson Jordan O’Connor-Katz, son-in-law Mark Liebowitz, and many nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Lester lost both his father & his brother Milton at young ages and maintained a strong sense of responsibility to their surviving family members. He was a hard working, generous and loyal ‘famiy man’ with an insatiable love of life.
Lester’s career in the grocery business started out at his parents’ corner grocery store in Worcester’s Main South neighborhood. After World War II, where he served as a corporal in the communicaitons corp, he returned to start and run a small chain of food markets with his brother Milton and Mitchell & Phillip Sobel – beginning with Food Farm in Shrewsbury and later with IGA stores in Hudson and Marlboro, Massachusetts. Lester always held a strong loyalty and commitment to both his customers and employees.
Though Lester lived his entire life in Worcester, he and Florence traveled extensively throughout the world. Prior to visiting a destination he did thorough research to orient himself to its history & Culture. He regretted that the one continent he had neglected to visit was Africa. The situation was remedied somewhat during the last year of his life when he was blessed with the companionship of Mary Ampadu & Dorcas Sarpong from Ghana, and to Gabriel Kioi from Kenya, who shared their culture, their love, and their families with him and his.
He loved live theater and classical music. He enjoyed attending performances locally, in Boston, New York, and at Tanglewood. He believed strongly in exercise and for many years was seen walking around Tatnuck Square early in the day. Later, upon moving to the Eisenberg Assisted LIving, he continued an active pursuit of early morning exercise at the JCC next door, an inspiration to one and all.
Lester had an interest and curiosity about people. He had relationships with folks from all walks of life and maintained several friendships over eight decades. Lester was self educated and was an avid reader of non-fiction. He thoroughly read the New York Times daily. Lester was a member of the Worcester Art Museum and served briefly as a docent upon retirement. Over the years he acquired his own extensive collection and became somewhat of an expert of antique Asian art. He was also active in Rotary International & a proud member of both B’nai Brith and Jewish War Veterans.
Lester was a staunch supporter of President Obama. His intellect and sense of humor remained intact until the end of his life. When asked if he was comfortable, his response was alway, “I have a few bucks.”
Lester’s family expresses deep gratitude to the staff of the Eisenberg, Jewish Healthcare Center, JHC Hospice, and to Dr. Frank Domino for love and care over the years. They suggest making donations in Lester’s memory to the charity of one’s choosing.
FUNERAL SERVICES WILL BE HELD AT 11:30 AM ON SUNDAY, DECEMBER 30TH IN BETH ISRAEL SYNAGOGUE ON JAMESBURY DRIVE UNDER THE DIRECTION OF RICHARD PERLMAN OF BREZNIAK RODMAN FUNERAL HOME OF NEWTON. Burial will be in B’NAI Brith Cemetery.
Memorial Observance will be held on Sunday afternoon, December 30th at the Jewish Healthcare Center, 629 Salisbury St. and 3:30 PM to 5 PM on Monday Afternoon, December 31st at Eisenberg Assisted Living Residence at 631 Salisbury St.

Elliot “Coney” Cohen- of Stoughton, on December 26, 2012. Beloved Husband of Rita (D’Amore) Cohen.Devoted father of Wayne Cohen.Cherished grandfather of Fiona,Sarah and Sophia .Devoted great grandfather of Joseph.Dear Godfather of Jodi Cresswell. Loving brother in law of Rose Marie and her husband Joseph Camuso, Anita Calagna, Paul and Terri Valenti, Babe and her husband Jack Cresswell.Also survived by many loving nieces and nephews .Graveside services at Sharon Memorial Park, (opposite 41 Dedham St. Sharon) on Sunday Dec.30 , 2012 at 1:45pm.In lieu of flowers remembrances to Office of Development,
Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center 
330 Brookline Avenue , 
Boston, MA 02215 .In memory of Elliot Cohen.

Winifred Broos of Brookline ,on December 25, 2012,passed away on Tuesday December 25, 2012 at the Stone Institute in Newton.Daughter of the late Hyman and Bessie Broos.Beloved sister of the late Minna B. Miller and her husband Maurice I. Miller and Charlotte B. Kahn and her husband Arthur Kahn .Loving aunt of Joan Miller Abrams and her husband Hon. Herbert Abrams and the late PFC. Richard Bruce Miller. Devoted cousin of Merton Lamden , Raynor Caplan and Dr. Hubert I. Caplan. Private graveside services were held.

Paul I.Mann- of Newton, on December 25, 2012. Beloved husband of Rhoda (Freed) Mann. Devoted father of Susan M. Mann and Andrew H. Mann. Proud grandfather of Jonathan W. Lane and Olivia M. Lane. Loving brother of Ralph L. Mann and the late Archibald ( AJ), Herbert and Irving Mann. Paul was a graduate of the University of New Hampshire and a veteran of WWII. Photography was his joy. Services at Temple Shalom, 175 Temple St. West Newton on Friday, December 28, 2012 at 12:45pm. Following interment at Sharon Memorial Park, memorial observance will be at his residence until 4pm Friday, Saturday 6-8:30pm, and Sunday 1-5 and 6:30-8:30pm. In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to Lasell Village Benevolent Fund, 120 Seminary Ave. , Newton, MA 02466 or The National Parkinson Foundation Inc. 1501 N.W. 9th Avenue /Bob Hope Rd. , Miami , FL 33136 (contact@parkinson.org).

Kalfus- Ira, of College Park, Maryland, formerly of Newark, NJ, on December 24, 2012. Dear son of the late Abraham and Hanna (Reich) Kalfus. Beloved husband of the late Betty Jean (Deel) Kalfus. Loving uncle of Ron Shaich and Marcia Shaich. Great uncle of Hannah Shaich, Jesse Shaich , Michael Shaich and Emma Shaich. Graveside services at King Solomon Memorial Park, Clifton, NJ on Friday, December 28, 2012 at 11:00 am. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to Mishkan Torah Synagogue, 10 Ridge Rd., Greenbelt, MD 20770.

Beck-Lawrence J., of Framingham, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family on December 26, at the age of 81. Beloved husband of Sylvia (Neiterman) Beck. Devoted father of Adrienne Beck, Vivian Niedzinski and her husband Richard, and Steve Beck. Proud grandfather of James Niedzinski. Dear brother-in-law of George Speen. Dear brother of the late Claire Speen and Ruth Balkin. Larry was a proud U.S. Army veteran, and served in the Korean War. He earned a Bachelors and Masters degree in electrical engineering from Northeastern University. Larry was a member of Temple Beth Sholom and its brotherhood, and the Jewish War Veterans. Services at Temple Beth Sholom, 50 Pamela Rd., Framingham, MA on Friday, December 28, 2012 at 10:00 am. Following the service, interment at Sharon Memorial Park. Memorial observance will be held at his late residence from 1:30 until 2:30 pm and will continue Saturday evening, 5:30-8:30 pm, and Sunday 2-4 pm 7-9 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations to honor his memory may be made to Temple Beth Sholom, 50 Pamela Rd., Framingham, MA 01701, and the American Heart Association, 20 Speen St., Framingham, MA 01701.

Barry Simon of Waltham, MA , on December 26, 2012.Services AT THE Brezniak-Rodman Chapel 1251 Washington St. West Newton on
Monday December 31, 2012 at 11:00 am .Interment at Centre St. West Roxbury

Rosanne (Levin) Solomont of Framingham, on Dec. 24, 2012.
Devoted mother of Carl Solomont and his wife Dayle, Eric Solomont and his wife Alicia, and Craig Solomont. Dear grandmother of Bryon, Shayna, Noah, Matthew and Valerie. Services at Temple Sinai, 25 Canton St. Sharon on Sunday, December 30, 2012 at 11:00 am. Following interment at Sharon Memorial Park a memorial observance will be held at the home of Carl and Dayle Solomont until 9:00 pm Sunday and continuing at the home of Eric and Alicia Solomont, Tuesday-Thursday 6-8pm. In lieu of flowers remembrances may be made to Jewish Community Housing for The Elderly, 30 Wallingford Rd., Brighton, MA 02135-4753 (http://www.jche.org/giving-opportunities.shtml)

Graveside services at the Massachusetts National Cemetery, Bourne MA on Thursday, December 27, 2012 at 2:15 pm.

Elaine( Kristal)Poley of Sagamore Beach, MA. , on Dec. 23, 2012.Beloved wife
of the late Carl Poley. Devoted mother of Mark Poley, Paula Morris and Dana Poley.
Also survived by 5 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren.
Graveside services at Sharon Memorial Park
120 Canton St. Sharon on Monday December 24, 2012 at 12:45 pm.Following interment
a memorial observance at the home of Paula Morris until 9:00 pm Monday only.In lieu
of flowers remembrances to Beacon Hospice ( beaconhospice.com ), 68 Center St., Suite 19, Hyannis, MA 02601 .

Lois June (Sutterman) Nadel Of Holliston, on Dec. 20, 2012. Beloved wife of Walter Nadel. Devoted mother of Melinda Strauss and Paul Nadel. Proud grandmother of Jonah, Eliana, Micah, and Alanna. Graveside services will be private. Donations may be made to the Purr-Fect Cat Shelter, Inc., P.O. Box 548, Medway, MA 02053.

Shirley Edelson of Lasalle House, Newton formerly of New York. on December 22, 2012.Beloved wife of the late Morris. Devoted mother of Susan Spiro, David Edelson and Michal Porath. Also survived by 7 grandchildren and 7 greatgrandchildren. Family will begin recieving visitors at 2:00 pm with services at 3:00pm on Monday December 24, 2012 in The Brezniak-Rodman Chapel, 1251 Washington St. West Newton (Corner of Chestnut St.), on Monday, December 24, 2012. Attendant parking on Washington St. Interment will be on Wednesday December 26 in New Montefiore Cemetery , Pinelawn, LI,NY. In lieu of flowers remembrances to Newton-Wellesley Hospital Charitable Foundation 2014 Washington st., Newton, MA 02462 or St. Jude Hospital Children’s Research Hospital ,262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, TN 38105

ROSENSON–Harriet,of Framingham, on December 22, 2012. Survived by husband Hyman; children, Nancy (David) Owens, Eric (Debbie) Rosenson, Valerie (Russell Robbins); grandchildren; great-grandchildren; Charles Prentiss, Sally Wollenstein. Service Wednesday, December 26th 11:30am, Riverside of Great Neck, NY.

WORCESTER – Louis Sacks, 91, of 6 Cricket Lane, died on Friday, December 21st in the Jewish Healthcare Center.
He leaves his wife, Mildred (Patrick) Sacks; a son, Steven Sacks and his wife Donna of Silver Springs, MD; a daughter, Fe Sharp of Worcester and her former husband Peter Sharp; two grandchildren, Jeremy Sharp and his wife Tali, and Jared Sharp and his wife Jana; three great grandchildren, Sam, Eve, and Ethan Sharp. He was predeceased by his two brothers, David and Jacob Sacks.
He was born in Worcester and was a son of Frank and Eva (Potash) Sacks and was a lifelong resident.
He was a pharmaceutical detail man for Endo Laboratories and was the district manager of State of Israel Bonds in New England.
He was a staff sergeant in the Army Airforce for four years in the South Pacific during World War II.
He was a member of Temple Emanuel, B’Nai Brith, Jewish Healthcare Center and the Jewish War Veterans.
He was an avid reader, a lover of Jewish Music. He loved his family, especially his grandchildren and great grandchildren.
Funeral Services WILL BE HELD at 2PM on WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 26TH in TEMPLE EMANUEL at 280 MAY ST. UNDER THE DIRECTION OF RICHARD PERLMAN OF BREZNIAK RODMAN FUNERAL HOME OF NEWTON. Burial will be in B’Nai Brith Cemetery.
Memorial observance will be held through Wednesday Afternoon, Dec. 26th in the Jewish Healthcare Center, 629 Salisbury St. and 3PM to 8PM on Thursday, Dec. 27th at his residence, 6 Cricket Lane.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Jewish Healthcare Center, 629 Salisbury St., Worcester 01609, the Jewish Home Hospice, 629 Salisbury St., Worcester 01609 or to the Rabbi’s Discretionary Fund of Temple Emanuel, 280 May St., Worcester 01602.
The family wishes to thank the Staff of the Jewish Healthcare Center, especially the Hospice Staff for their kindness and loving care

Licker-Susan D. (Casson) of North Easton, on December 18, 2012. Beloved wife of the late Michael L. Licker. Dear daughter of the late Louis and Bea Casson. Devoted mother of Douglas Licker and his wife Dulce, Craig Licker, Karen Licker and Alison Licker. Dear grandmother of Michael, Jacob, Logan, Jennifer, Jason and Shaina. Loving sister of Richard Casson and his husband Kenneth Eden. Services at Temple Sinai, 25 Canton Street, Sharon, on Friday, December 21 at 11 am. Memorial observance will be at the home of Karen Licker on Friday only. Remembrances may be made to M.S.P.C.A., 350 South Huntington Avenue, Boston, MA 02130.

Professor Barrie Westerman, of Framingham State University, on December 17, 2012. Age 70. Professor Westerman was born in Boston, MA. He received his PhD from Boston University. For over 40 years, he was a Professor of Psychology at Framingham State University. He leaves his loving significant other, Sharon Swartz and her daughter, Fonda Swartz and Granddaughter, Kaya Decker. He was the dear cousin of Barbara and Kenneth Schwab, Evelyn and Neil Schiffman, Reid and Audrey Lohr and his close friends, Leonard and Margaret Flynn. Graveside services at the Shara TFilo Cemetery, 776 Baker Street, West Roxbury on Thursday, December 20 at 1 pm. Remembrances may be made to Susan G. Komen for the Cure , P.O. Box 650309, Dallas, TX 75265 -0309

Rayna Marcus WORCESTER- Rayna Marcus, age 70, died at her residence on Tuesday December 18th. She leaves her cousins, Susan wife of Richard Gotz of Boston and Louise Levin of Connecticut. She was born in Hartford, CT and was the daughter of Morris and Helene (Snieder-man) Marcus and lived here over 40 years. GRAVESIDE FUNERAL SERVICES WILL BE HELD AT 2 PM ON THURSDAY, DECEMBER 20th in B’NAI BRITH CEMETERY ON ST. JOHN’S RD. UNDER THE DIRECTION OF RICHARD PERLMAN of BREZ-NIAK RODMAN FUNERAL HOME of NEWTON. Memorial contributions may be made to a charity of the donor’s choice . Memorial Observance will be private

Kathleen Stark,formerly of Wellesley and Framingham ,on Dec.18, 2012.Beloved wife of the late Norman Stark.Devoted mother of Brian Stark and his wife Pamela, Glenn Stark and his wife Elizabeth.Dear grandmother of Peter ,Jessica,Emily and Molly.Graveside services at The Framingham-Natick Jewish Cemetery, 40 Fairview Ave. , Natick on Thursday Dec. 20, 2012 at 2:30pm.In lieu of flowers remembrances to Beacon Hospice ,160 Speen St. Framingham, MA 01701

Ruth (Gurwitz) Dorfman, died peacefully on Fri, Dec. 14th after a long battle with Merkel cell carcinoma. Born on April 26, 1921 in Brookfield, MA, Ruth spent a lifetime nursing and nurturing people and plants. She was truly a working woman: nurse, policewoman, hospital administrator, wife and mother. Private services were held on December 16th. She was predeceased by her husband, Phil, and is survived by her 2 sons, Mark and Dana. She is also survived by a daughter-in-law, Wendy, and a granddaughter, Molly, and her nieces, Karen, Paula and Betty. Donations in her name can be made to the de Rahm Hospice, 65 Chilton St, Cambridge, MA 02138, in gratitude of the loving care they provided Ruth.

Eda L.Mann Of Chestnut Hill, on December 12, 2012. Beloved wife of the late Herbert A. Mann. Devoted mother of Jeffrey Mann and his wife Aimee, and Arthur Mann. Dear grandmother of Emilie Brassil and her husband Patrick and Julie Mann. Loving sister of the late Anna Burack, Clarice Katz and Evelyn Glovin. Private graveside services were held. Remembrances may be made to a charity of your choice

Barbara (Kessler) Manne WORCESTER- Barbara (Kessler) Manne, 76, died on Friday, December 14th in Eisenberg Assisted Living Residence after an illness. She was born in Worcester and was a daughter of Saul and Sadie (Hass) Kessler. Her husband, Rubin Manne, died many years ago. She leaves two sisters, Gladys wife of Murry Rudnick of Worcester, and Claire Harfield of Southboro. She was predeceased by her brother, Sidney Kessler and her sister, Ruth Steinberg. GRAVESIDE FUNERAL SERVICES WILL BE HELD at 2PM on MONDAY, DECEMBER 17TH in HOLY SOCIETY CEMETERY ON CEMETERY RD. IN LEICESTER UNDER THE DIRECTION OF RICHARD PERLMAN of BREZNIAK RODMAN FUNERAL HOME of NEWTON. Memorial contributions may be made to a charity of the donor’s choice

Morton E. Bilsky of Framingham, on December 11, 2012. Beloved husband of Lois (Dunn). Devoted father of Edward and Susan Bilsky of Framingham. Dear grandfather of Michela Marie Peruzzi. Loving brother of the late Norman Bilsky. Survived by many moving nieces and nephews. Graveside services at Sharon Memorial Park, Sharon on Friday, December 14 at 12:45 pm. Memorial observance will be held at the home of Edward and Susan Bilsky Friday only 4-7 pm. Remembrances may be made to the American Cancer Society

David Kaplan-Of Ashland, on Wednesday, December 12. Beloved husband of Carol (Shapiro) Kaplan. Devoted father of Michael Kaplan and his wife Laura of Calabasas, CA, and Paul Kaplan and his wife Dana of Sherman Oaks, CA. Beloved brother of Sol Kaplan of Sarasota, FL, and the late Harold Kaplan. Cherished grandfather of William, Henry, Katherine, Sophie, and Grant Kaplan. He was a Professor of Anthropology at Brandeis University for 36 years. He was Chairman of the Anthropology Dept. and was Dean of the graduate school. Funeral Services will be held at 12 o’clock noon, today, Friday, December 14 in Congregation Temple Or Atid, 97 Concord Rd., Wayland. Burial will be in Beit Olam East Cemetery in Wayland. Memorial observance will be held from 2 pm. to 8 p.m. on Sunday, December 16th and on Monday, December 17th at his residence. Memorial contributions may be made to The Wayland Public Library, or to Massachusetts General Hospital, Tucker Gosnell Center for Gastrointestinal Cancer

Rosalie Klein Ross WORCESTER- Rosalie Klein Ross died on Wednesday, Dec. 12th at the Jewish Healthcare Center. She was the daughter of Maurice and Chandel Herman Klein and was born on April 4, 1918 in Worcester. She was a graduate of Classical High School. As a young woman Rosalie was a professional violinist with Ada Leonard’s all girl orchestra in California. She also lived in New York City for many years before returning to Worcester. Her parents, her husband Ralph and her daughter Cynthia Bender preceded her in death. She is survived by her first cousins: Gordon Adelson of Pittsfield, MA, Harriet Adelson of New York City, and Gloria Resnick of San Pedro, CA. The family thanks Elaine Kapperman, David Frazier, Brenda Cofske, Nancy Denitti, Marrianne Reil, Brenda Langanelli and the staff at the Jewish Healthcare Center for caring for Rosalie and being her friends. Memorial contributions may be made to the Jewish Healthcare Center, The Jewish Family Service of Worcester or a charity of your choice . GRAVESIDE FUNERAL SERVICES will be held at 2 PM, TODAY, THURSDAY, DECEMBER 13th in B’NAI BRITH CEMETERY on ST. JOHN’S RD.