Archive: December, 2012

David Theodore Rubin of Palm Beach, FL and Boston, MA , on December 10, 2012. Beloved husband of Arlene( Benson) Rubin.Devoted father of Mark Rubin and his wife Lauren , Eric Rubin and his wife Roberta , Emily Shain and Howard Benson. Cherished grandfather of Jacob and Grace Rubin , Lucy and Evan Rubin .Loving brother of the late Blanche Gaines. Services at Temple Shalom , 175 Temple St. West Newton on Thursday December 13, 2012 at 12:30 pm.Following interment at Lindwood Memorial Park ,Randolph, memorial observance will be at the home of Mark and Lauren Rubin ,Thursday until 9:00 pm and Friday 12 to 4pm.In lieu of flowers remembrances may be made to Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital,
125 Nashua St. Boston, MA 02114 or National Brain Tumor Society,
124 Watertown St., Suite 2D , Watertown, MA 02472 or Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation of America , 72 River Park Street, Suite 202, Needham, MA 02494.

Karen R. (Dorfman)Dentz Of Ashland, on Sunday, Dec. 9th. Beloved wife of the late David J. Dentz. Devoted mother of Rachel, wife of Mark Zides of Southborough and Sarah Dentz of Chicago. Beloved sister of John Dorfman of Slingerlands, NY and Richard Dorfman of Ocean City, NJ. Beloved companion of Jay Leib of Longmeadow, MA. Cherished grandmother of Zachary, Halle and Keira Zides. She received a lot of pride as a social worker in the various settings that she worked. Her grandchildren were a great source of joy. Visiting hours will be held 5 p.m.-7 p.m. on Tues., Dec. 11th in the Brezniak Rodman Funeral Home, 1251 Washington St., NEWTON. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. on Weds., Dec. 12th in Congregation B’Nai Shalom, 117 East Main St., Westborough. Memorial observance will be held from 2pm-6pm at the residence of Mark and Rachel Zides at 17 Skylar Dr., Southborough. Memorial contributions may be made to the Dana Farber Cancer Institute, 450 Brookline Ave., Boston, MA 02215 in support of ovarian cancer research.

Gins-Annette, of Hopkinton, on December 9, 2012. Graveside services at the Shara T’filo Cemetery, 776 Baker St. West Roxbury on Wednesday, December 12 at 1:00 pm. Remembrances may be made to a charity of your choice.

SEIFER – JOEL D., 88, suddenly on December 6, of North Falmouth, MA and Highland Beach, FL, formerly of Newton, MA. Beloved husband of Blanche Seifer. Devoted father of Ronda Seifer Walis, Donna Seifer Schletter and her husband Stephen, and Alan Seifer and his wife, Amy. Adored grandfather of Mandy, Brooke and Becca Walis, Jamie and Jackie Schletter, and Benjamin and Jonah Seifer. Beloved son of the late Abraham and Minnie Seifer, and loving brother of the late Matthew, Jack and Charlotte (Arkie) Seifer.

Joe was a proud veteran of World War II and participated in the D-Day landing in Normandy. He founded United Builders Supply Company in Framingham in 1952, a business he ran with his children for many years.

Joe and his wife are the benefactors of the Seifer Women’s Health and Imaging Center at Falmouth Hospital and are benefactors of the Falmouth Jewish Congregation Endowment Fund. They recently celebrated their 65th wedding anniversary surrounded by their family.

Joe lived an incredibly full life, enriched by the love of family, friends, philanthropy, and great food and wine. His loyalty, devotion and generosity to everyone were unmatched.

Services at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, December 9th at Congregation Mishkan Tefila, 300 Hammond Pond Parkway, Chestnut Hill.

Following the interment at Baker Street, West Roxbury, memorial observance will be at the home of Donna and Stephen Schletter in Framingham on Sunday until 9pm and continuing Monday and Tuesday at his residence in North Falmouth.

Remembrances may be made to the Falmouth Jewish Congregation Endowment Fund, 7 Hatchville Road, Falmouth, MA 02536.

Stanley E. Hofstetter, 87, of Natick MA, formerly of Brookline, MA and Auburn, NY, peacefully and surrounded by his family died on December 6, 2012.Beloved husband of the late Ruth ( Freshman) .Devoted father of Peter Hofstetter and his wife Christy, Gary Hofstetter and his wife Dawn Schontag and David Hofstetter and his wife Elizabeth. Loving grandfather of Genevieve, Sara, Rachel and Dylan. Dear brother of Helen Benton and her husband Jules and many nieces and nephews. Private graveside services will be held. In lieu of flowers remembrances may be made to Dana Farber Cancer Institute, 10 Brookline Place West, 6th Brookline, MA 02445 or The American Heart Assoc., 20 Speen St. Framingham, MA 01701

Friedman-Frances (Blank) of Natick on December 6, 2012. Beloved wife of the late Edward Friedman. Devoted mother of Robert Friedman and his wife Barbara of Newton and Susan Levenbaum and her husband Ron of Westford. Dear grandmother of Emma Friedman, Edward Friedman, Evan Friedman, Erica Levenbaum and Andrew Levenbaum. Loving sister of Charlotte Katz of Quincy, Jason Blank of R.I and the late Leatrice Chafetz. Also survived by many loving nieces and nephews. Services at Temple Israel, 145 Hartford Street, Natick on Sunday, December 9 at 1:30 pm. Following the burial in Natick, memorial observance will be at her residence, Sunday until 8pm, Monday 6-9 pm. Remembrances may be made to Oncology and Radiology Dept.,. Care of Lahey Clinic, 41 Mall Road, Burlington, MA 01805.

Tamotsu Yamamoto – “Tommy” of Boston MA, died Sunday December 2, 2012 at The Stanley R. Tippett Home in Needham after a brief battle with cancer. Born in Kyoto, Japan on January 28, 1946, to Qh & Koman Yamamoto. Tommy is survived by an extended family throughout the world.
Professor Yamamoto graduated from Kyoto City University of Fine Arts with a Bachelor and Master of Fine Arts Degrees. He was affiliated with the Center for Advanced Visual Studies at MIT and studied architecture at Boston Architectural College. In 1976, he graduated from the postgraduate program of the School of the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston. Tommy was a world-renowned architectural illustrator. Since 1979, he taught in the School of Design at Mount Ida College, in Newton MA. He also taught at colleges including Boston Architectural College, Mass College of Art & Design, Wentworth Institute of Technology, New England School of Art & Design at Suffolk University, and University of Idaho as a guest professor for their summer school in Europe. Professor Yamamoto maintained a private practice as a design consultant for architects, developers, and interior designers serving local and international clients since 1976.
Friends and colleagues are respectfully invited to attend calling hours on Friday, December 7 from 12 noon until 3:00 p.m. in the Newton Cemetery Chapel, 791 Walnut St., Newton. A reception will follow at Mount Ida College, 777 Dedham St., Newton Centre. Those who wish may contribute to the Tamotsu Yamamoto Scholarship at Mount Ida College. The Tamotsu Yamamoto Scholarship was established in 1999. It is awarded annually to the outstanding junior who demonstrates strong potential in interior design. For information please see www.mountida.edu.

Tamotsu Yamamoto – “Tommy” of Boston MA, died Sunday December 2, 2012 at The Stanley R. Tippett Home in Needham after a brief battle with cancer. Born in Kyoto, Japan on January 28, 1946, to Qh & Koman Yamamoto. Tommy is survived by an extended family throughout the world.
Professor Yamamoto graduated from Kyoto City University of Fine Arts with a Bachelor and Master of Fine Arts Degrees. He was affiliated with the Center for Advanced Visual Studies at MIT and studied architecture at Boston Architectural College. In 1976, he graduated from the postgraduate program of the School of the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston. Tommy was a world-renowned architectural illustrator. Since 1979, he taught in the School of Design at Mount Ida College, in Newton MA. He also taught at colleges including Boston Architectural College, Mass College of Art & Design, Wentworth Institute of Technology, New England School of Art & Design at Suffolk University, and University of Idaho as a guest professor for their summer school in Europe. Professor Yamamoto maintained a private practice as a design consultant for architects, developers, and interior designers serving local and international clients since 1976.
Friends and colleagues are respectfully invited to attend calling hours on Friday, December 7 from 12 noon until 3:00 p.m. in the Newton Cemetery Chapel, 791 Walnut St., Newton. A reception will follow at Mount Ida College, 777 Dedham St., Newton Centre. Those who wish may contribute to the Tamotsu Yamamoto Scholarship at Mount Ida College. The Tamotsu Yamamoto Scholarship was established in 1999. It is awarded annually to the outstanding junior who demonstrates strong potential in interior design. For information please see www.mountida.edu.

Ruth (Fincke) Mitchell, 89, of Newton, Massachusetts, passed away peacefully on December 3,2012, after a lengthy illness. Ruth was married for 50 years to Robert S. Mitchell, who passed away in 1999. Norma Pilavin, her sister and best friend, passed away in 2008. She leaves her three children, Jamie & wife Nancy, Joan Almaliah and her late husband
Gad and John Mitchell, grandchildren Andrew Muncey and wife Adena, Joshua Muncey and wife Sarah, Jenna Goldman and husband Michael, and Emily Mitchell. She was also blessed to leave two great-grandchildren Isabelle and Gabriel, and numerous nieces and nephews,and her devoted caretaker Freeda Nabukonde.

She was a longtime member of Temple Emanuel in Newton where as an adult she became a Bat Mitzvah, a life member of Hadassah, and supporter of numerous Jewish charities and the State of Israel.

Ruth was a voracious reader, had a sharp and inquisitive mind, and remained engaged with current events and her family to the end.

Services will be Wednesday, December 5 at 2:00 pm at Temple Emanuel, 385 Ward Street, Newton. Following burial in West Roxbury, Shiva will be observed at Joan’s home at the following times: Wednesday and Thursday 7-9 pm, minyan at 7:30 pm; Friday 1-3 pm; Saturday 7-9 pm; Sunday and Monday 7-9 pm, minyan at 7:30.

Remembrances may be made to Temple Emanuel or Brigham & Women’s Hospital,116 Huntington Ave. ( 5th floor) Boston,MA 02116, where she always received exceptional and compassionate care.

Cort – Patricia Kay Cort of Weston passed on December 2, 2012.

Beloved daughter of the late Henry and Helen Kay.

Devoted mother of Jason and Amanda Cort.

Dear sister of David Kay and his wife Barbara.

Former wife of Ronald Cort.

A funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Julia’s Church 374 Boston Post Road, Weston on Friday December 7, 2012 at 11:00 am with interment following at Linwood Cemetery in Weston.

A memorial observance will be held at the home of Jack and Jeanine Cort until 8:00 pm.
In lieu of flowers, remembrances in her memory may be made to Children’s Hospital, 300 Longwood Ave. Boston, MA, 02115.

Morrill-Jerry, of Arlington TX, and formerly of Castaic, CA on December 1, 2012. Beloved son of the late Martin and Ida (Chipman) Morrill. Husband of Sybil (Arnold) Morrill. Devoted father of Heidi Bittinger and Niki Diller. Dear grandfather of Rick Fox, Alyssa Fox, Lucas Diller, and Seth Diller. Loving brother of Frances Morrill-Schlitt and her husband Jacob, and Sally Miles. Services at the Brezniak-Rodman Chapel, 1251 Washington St. (corner of Chestnut St.), on Wednesday, December 5, 2012 at 10:00 am. A memorial service will be held for Jerry at a later time in Arlington, Texas. Following interment at the Chai Odom Cemetery (Centre St., W. Roxbury), memorial observance will be held at the home of Niki Diller until 8 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to the Lions Foundation of Greater Arlington Inc., P.O Box 972, Arlington, TX 76010.

Morrill-Jerry, of Arlington TX, and formerly of Castaic, CA on December 1, 2012. Beloved son of the late Martin and Ida (Chipman) Morrill. Husband of Sybil (Arnold) Morrill. Devoted father of Heidi Bittinger and Niki Diller. Dear grandfather of Rick Fox, Alyssa Fox, Lucas Diller, and Seth Diller. Loving brother of Frances Morrill-Schlitt and her husband Jacob, and Sally Miles. Services at the Brezniak-Rodman Chapel, 1251 Washington St. (corner of Chestnut St.), on Wednesday, December 5, 2012 at 10:00 am. A memorial service will be held for Jerry at a later time in Arlington, Texas. Following interment at the Chai Odom Cemetery (Centre St., W. Roxbury), memorial observance will be held at the home of Niki Diller until 8 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to the Lions Foundation of Greater Arlington Inc., P.O Box 972, Arlington, TX 76010.

Levinson-Gisela “Boots” (Simon), of Atlantic City, NJ and formerly of Margate NJ, and Philadelphia, PA, on November 30, 2012. Beloved wife of the late Roland Levinson. Devoted mother of Howard and his wife Hilary Levinson of Norton, MA, Linda Harrison and her husband Richard of Chester, MD, and Janet Levinson of Langhorne, PA. Proud grandmother of Sarah Rubin, Kenon Rubin, Cory Levinson, and Julia Harrison. Loving sister of Henry Simon and his wife Doris of Augusta, GA, and the late Max Simon. Graveside services will be private in Egg Harbor Township, NJ. In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be made to Guardian Hospice and Palliative Care, 1214 Park St. Suite 203, Stoughton, MA 02072, American Cancer Society, 30 Speen St., Framingham, MA 01701, or The MA General Hospital Annual Giving: MGH Fund, 55 Fruit St., Boston, MA 02114.

Levinson-Gisela “Boots” (Simon), of Atlantic City, NJ and formerly of Margate NJ, and Philadelphia, PA, on November 30, 2012. Beloved wife of the late Roland Levinson. Devoted mother of Howard and his wife Hilary Levinson of Norton, MA, Linda Harrison and her husband Richard of Chester, MD, and Janet Levinson of Langhorne, PA. Proud grandmother of Sarah Rubin, Kenon Rubin, Cory Levinson, and Julia Harrison. Loving sister of Henry Simon and his wife Doris of Augusta, GA, and the late Max Simon. Graveside services will be private in Egg Harbor Township, NJ. In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be made to Guardian Hospice and Palliative Care, 1214 Park St. Suite 203, Stoughton, MA 02072, American Cancer Society, 30 Speen St., Framingham, MA 01701, or The MA General Hospital Annual Giving: MGH Fund, 55 Fruit St., Boston, MA 02114.

Dr. Edwin Carton, age 85, of Newton died peacefully on Saturday at Epoch of Weston Rehabilitation Center. A devoted family man, he spent his last days serenaded by arias recorded by granddaughter Nili Riemer Bückert.

Ed was born in Baltimore, Maryland on April 27, 1927 to the late Jacob and Gertrude Carton. He attended college at Johns Hopkins University, where he met the love of his life, Lonnie Caming. They were wed in 1949 and celebrated their 63rd anniversary and Ed’s 85th birthday at the beach in Rockport this year with their three children, seven grandchildren, and new great-grandson.

Ed received his Ph.D. in Chemistry from Penn State University and worked as a researcher and manager at a number of manufacturing companies in Pennsylvania and, later, in Massachusetts. Ed and Lonnie loved to travel and shared many adventures in travels on six continents. Ed was passionate about political causes and was never without a considered opinion, on any topic. His love for spirited conversation and competitive games is carried on by his children and grandchildren. Ed’s grandchildren called him “Popeye”, a name he proudly displayed on his license plate for many years.

In addition to his wife, Edwin is survived by son Evan and wife Janis Bergman-Carton of Austin TX and daughters Debbie and husband Yossi Reimer of Rhinebeck, NY and Paula Carton Rossen of Wayland; grandchildren Jacqueline Carton Tame and husband Jonathan Tame, Rebecca Carton and fiance Daniel Dowd, Nili Riemer Bückert and husband Benjamin Bückert, Yair Riemer and wife Jennifer Riemer, Yoni Riemer and wife Lexi Riemer, Hannah Rossen, Noah Rossen and a great grandchild, Amiel Bückert.

Services in the Brezniak-Rodman Chapel 1251 Washington St. (Corner of Chestnut St.), West Newton (Attendant parking on Washington St.) on Tuesday December 4, 2012 at 1:00 pm. Interment to follow at Or Emeth Cemetery, 776 Baker St. West Roxbury/Newton line.Following interment, memorial observance will be held at the home of Ilene and Daniel Pincus Remembrances to American Cancer Society, 30 Speen St. Framingham, MA 01701.

Cohen-Michael A., formerly of Chelsea on November 28, 2012. He is survived by his uncle, James Lyman of Rockville, MD. Graveside services at the Young Israel of Brookline Cemetery, Grove St. West Roxbury on Thursday, November 29 at 2:30 pm. Remembrances may be made to Young Israel of Brookline.

Freeman-Ruth, of Brookline MA on Nov 24, 2012. Loving aunt of Linda and her husband Herb, Janet, Carol, Stuart and his wife Rosemarie, and Marilyn and her husband William, Great aunt to Richard, Lori, David, Heather, Michelle, Rachel, and Neal and his wife Cynthia, and the late Glenn. Ruth is survived by many loving nieces and nephews. Ruth’s creative artistic ability will never be forgotten. Private graveside services at Sharon Memorial Park. Donations in Ruth’s memory may be made to the American Cancer Society, 30 Speen St., Framingham, MA 01701.

Wartow-Morris, age 103, on November 20, 2012, of Chestnut Hill. Beloved husband of the late Bess (Schlosberg) Wartow. Devoted father of Linda Wartow and the late Ardele Wartow. Graveside services at the American Friendship Cemetery, 776 Baker Street, West Roxbury on Friday, November 23 at 12 Noon. Remembances may be made to a charity of your choice

Bloom, Ella (Bootin) of Canton, formerly of Newton, on November 22, 2012. Beloved wife of Jerome Bloom and the late Aaron Blauer. Devoted mother of Arnee Winshall and her husband Walter, Janice Goldstein and her husband Stanley, and Julie Tolkin. Step-mother of Jonathan Bloom and his wife Frances Goldstein, and Shelah Bloom. Bubbie of Sarah and Aaron Winshall, Aaron Goldstein and his wife Jessica, Louis and Joshua Goldstein, Aaron Tolkin and his wife Dena, Corey, Danielle and Samuel Tolkin, Jacob Bloom, Hasan and Rehan Bhatti. Loving sister of Bernard Bootin and the late Herman Bootin, Gertrude Cohen and Morris Bootin. Services at Temple Aliyah, 1664 Central Avenue, Needham, (Today), Friday, November 23 at 10 am. Following interment at Sharon Memorial Park, memorial observance will be at the home of Janice and Stanley Goldstein, Friday until sundown, Saturday 7-9 pm, Sunday through Wednesday 1-5, 7-9 pm. Remembrances may be made to the JCDS, Boston’s Jewish Community Day School, 57 Stanley Road, Watertown, MA 02472.

Graveside services at the Beth El cemetery, Baker St., West Roxbury, on Sunday Novemeber 25, 2012 at 12:00 noon.

Hochberg- Alan Charles, 69, of Canton, formerly of Randolph, on November 20, 2012, after a long struggle with Alzheimer’s disease. Beloved husband of Judy (Bergman). Devoted father of Benjamin (Mara) of Stoughton, and Myriam Azer (Andrew) of Randolph. Adored Zayde of Deborah and David Azer and Jonah, Matthew, and Elijah Hochberg. Loving brother of Gary (Roberta) Hochberg of Colorado and Nanci Plotkin (Norman) of Brockton. Also survived by many loving nieces and nephews. Services at Temple Beth Am, 871 N. Main St, Randolph, on Friday, November 23 at 1:00 pm. Interment at Lindwood Memorial Park, Randolph. Following interment, friends and family are invited back to Temple Beth Am for a memorial reception. Memorial observance wll continue at his late residence Saturday evening 7-9 pm, and on Sunday and Monday 1-5 & 7-9 pm. Remembrances may be made to Temple Beth Am, 871 N. Main St., Randolph, MA 02368, Alzheimer’s Association, 311 Arsenal Street, Watertown, MA 02472, or Hearthstone at Heights Crossing, 45 Christy Pl., Brockton, MA 02301.

David Strauss- of Swampscott and Boca Raton, Fl, on November 17, 2012.Dear son of the late Alexander and Mary ( Horwitz) Strauss. Devoted father of Carolyn Strauss and Arlene Strauss.He leaves his beloved former wife Patricia Strauss.Dear brother of Richard Strauss.Services for family and close friends at The Solimine,Landergan and Richardson Funeral Home , 67 Ocean St.( Route 1A ) Lynn, on Tuesday November 20, 2012 at 12:00 noon.Following interment at Temple Emanu-El Cemetery, Danvers, family and close friends are invited to celebrate his life with his family until 4:30 pm.In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to Wounded Warrior Project, 1120 G Street NW, Suite 700,
Washington, DC 20005 or American Heart Association,20 Speen Street, Framingham, MA 01701

Sara (Hoffman) Miller WORCESTER- Sara (Hoffman) Miller, age 91, formerly of Worcester, died on Wednesday, Nov. 14th in Naples, Florida after an illness. She was the wife of the late Louis Miller, who died in 1980. She leaves two sons: Mark Miller and his wife Sandy of Atkinson, NH with whom she lived for 10 years and Paul Miller of Naples, FL a daughter, Jill wife of Louis Broccoletti of Naples, FL and her grand-daughters: Lucy Miller and Sydney Miller of Atkinson, NH and Alecia Miller of Shrewsbury and many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her brothers: John, Jacob, Samuel and Albert Hoffman and by her nephews: Abbie Hoffman and Bruce Hoffman. She was born in Worcester and was the daughter of Morris and Anna (Kanef) Hoffman and had moved to Naples, FL 3 years ago. She graduated from Commerce High School and from a secretarial school. During World War II she was a graduate of the first Red Cross Nurses Aides Classes and became a volunteer nurse’s aide at St. Vincent Hospital serving more than 1,000 hours. She had worked many hours as secretary to the Emergency Command Center of Vital Services. She was a longtime member of Temple Emanuel and she had taught at its Religious School and its Nursery School for 18 years. She had worked as a secretary and office manager for the Building Fund of the Jewish Home for Aged, continuing on at various positions at the Jewish Healthcare Center, for a total of 27 years, retiring in 1999. She was a Past President, Donor Chairman, Treasurer and Life Member of the Ladies Auxiliary of the Jewish Healthcare Center as well as a Vice President of the Jewish Healthcare Center. She had also been a member of the Board of Directors of the Jewish Service Center for Older Adults, Bet Shalom and the Jewish Healthcare Center. While living in New Hampshire, she was an active volunteer at the Holy Family Hospital in Methuen, MA and at the Atkinson, N.H. Academy. GRAVESIDE FUNERAL SERVICES will be held at NOON on FRIDAY NOV. 16TH in B’NAI BRITH CEMETERY on ST. JOHN’S RD. UNDER THE DIRECTION of RICHARD PERLMAN of BREZNIAK RODMAN FUNERAL HOME of NEWTON. Memorial Observance will be announced at the time of the funeral.

Hamm-Judith (Cohen) of Norwood, on November 14, 2012. Wife of Frank C. Hamm, Jr. Devoted mother of Julie Kniznik and her husband Daniel Schneider of Wayland, and Holly Foss of West Yarmouth. Dear grandmother of Paul K. Schneider, Benjamin K. Schneider and Heather Anne Foss. Loving sister of Murray Cohen and his wife Andrea of Norwood. Services at Temple Shir Tikva, 141 Boston Post Road, Wayland on Friday, November 16 at 11:30 am. Following interment at Sharon Memorial Park, Sharon, memorial observance will be at the home of Julie Kniznik and Daniel Schneider on Friday until sundown, Saturday evening, Sunday and Monday. Evening Minyan at 7 pm. Remembrances may be made to Best Friends Animal Society (bestfriends.org) 5001 Angel Canyon Road, Kanab, Utah 84741.

Grossman-Norman of Newton Centre, on November 13, 2012.
Beloved husband of Barbara (Silverman) Grossman. Devoted father of David Grossman and the late Kim Grossman. Dear grandfather of Vinnie Grossman. Private Graveside services were held on Thursday November 15th.

Rodenstein- George A., of Worcester, MA on November 9, 2012. Beloved husband of Eleanor (Levine) Rodenstein. Devoted father of Howie Rodenstein and his wife Susie, Mark Rodenstein and his wife Carole, and Barry Rodenstein and his wife Claudia. Proud grandfather of Leora, Ari, Marissa, Jocelyn, Craig, Douglas, and Sydney Rodenstein. Loving brother of the late Jack Rodenstein and Lois Martus. George owned and operated Shop and Save Furniture in Worcester for 30+ years. Services at Congregation Beth Israel, 15 Jamesbury Drive, Worcester, MA on Sunday, November 11, 2012 at 1:00 pm. Following interment at the Worcester Hebrew Cemetery, the family invites friends to Congregation Beth Israel. Memorial observance will continue at his late residence, Monday through Wednesday 1-4 and 7-9 pm, and will continue at the home of Howie and Susie Rodenstein, Thursday 1-4 and 7-9 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to Congregation Beth Israel, 15 Jamesbury Dr., Worcester MA 01609, or the Jewish Healthcare Center, 629 Salisbury St., Worcester, MA 01605.

HECHT, Shirley 91, of Arlington, passed away peacefully October 28 to join her husband Harold. She is survived by her loving daughter Karen Fay Sandofsky, son Marc Hecht, and daughter-in-law Susan Hecht. Also, survived by 3 grandchildren and many friends, colleagues and students. Services were held.

Services for Helga Steiner Erber will be held in The Brezniak-Rodman Chapel , 1251 Washington St.
West Newton on Tuesday November 6 at 1:45pm. Interment will follow in Baker St. West Roxbury

Lawrence (Larry) Vodkin of Bridgewater passed away at his home on November 2,2012. He is the son of the late Hyman and Eva Vodkin. He is survived by his loving sister, Linda Vodkin and his devoted brother, Michael, and Michael’s wife, Lila, from Champaign, IL.

Larry was born in Boston on May 31, 1947 and spent his formative years in Dorchester. He graduated from the Solomon Lewenberg Middle School and Boston English High School. He was a long-term mail carrier for the US Post Office and served 3 elected terms there as the Shop Steward to represent his fellow workers.

Services at Ahavath Torah Congregation, 1179 Central St, Stoughton,Sunday November 4, 2012 at 10:30 am. A private interment will follow in Everett. Memorial observance will be at Linda’s home on Monday from 12-8 PM.

A special thanks for those many friends, neighbors and cousins who visited, phoned and loaned a hand when needed. Remembrances may be made to The Humane Society or to the charity of your choice.

Lawrence (Larry) Vodkin of Bridgewater passed away at his home on November 2,2012. He is the son of the late Hyman and Eva Vodkin. He is survived by his loving sister, Linda Vodkin and his devoted brother, Michael, and Michael’s wife, Lila, from Champaign, IL.

Larry was born in Boston on May 31, 1947 and spent his formative years in Dorchester. He graduated from the Solomon Lewenberg Middle School and Boston English High School. He was a long-term mail carrier for the US Post Office and served 3 elected terms there as the Shop Steward to represent his fellow workers.

Services at Ahavath Torah Congregation, 1179 Central St, Stoughton,Sunday November 4, 2012 at 10:30 am. A private interment will follow in Everett. Memorial observance will be at Linda’s home on Monday from 12-8 PM.

A special thanks for those many friends, neighbors and cousins who visited, phoned and loaned a hand when needed. Remembrances may be made to The Humane Society or to the charity of your choice.

Isadore W. Golub WORCESTER – Isadore W. Golub, 99, died at Beaumont Nursing Home at Natick on Monday, October 29th. His wife, Sylvia (Steigman) Golub died in 2002. He leaves three daughters: Sheila wife of Les Bebchick of Framingham, with whom he lived for ten years; Paula Tigar of Lynnfield and Bella Golub of Deal, NJ; three grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by his brothers: Charles and William and by his sisters: Betty and Sarah. He was born in Worcester, a son of Aaron and Ida (Brodofsky) Golub and had lived in Worcester for 73 years before moving to Framingham for 10 years and to Natick a year ago. With his brother Charles, he owned and operated the Green Street Market for 73 years before retiring 11 years ago. He was an Air force Veteran of World War II. He was a long time member of Temple Emanuel and the Jewish War Veterans in Worcester and the Framingham Natick Jewish War Veterans. GRAVESIDE FUNERAL SERVICE will be held at 11 AM on THURSDAY, NOV. 1ST in WORCESTER HEBREW CEMETERY on CEMETERY RD. in AUBURN UNDER THE DIRECTION of RICHARD PERLMAN of BREZNIAK RODMAN FUNERAL HOME of NEWTON. Memorial Observance will be held 2PM to 8PM on Monday, Nov. 5th at the residence of Les and Sheila Bebchick at 4 Vigue Circle in Framingham. Memorial contributions may be made to a charity of one’s choice .

Graveside services at Sharon Memorial Park (120 Canton St., Sharon, MA) on Wednesday, October 31, 2012 at 10:45 am.

Ponn-Evelyn (Role) Wayne, of Quincy MA, formerly of Sharon and Hyde Park, on October 27, 2012. Beloved wife of Uziel Ponn. Devoted mother of Lisa R. Beck and her husband Paul of Scituate, step mother of Paulette Black and her husband Steve. Dear grandmother of Jessica Amy, Danielle Ashley, Joshua Randy and Melissa Sarah. Loving sister of Anna Wolfe and the late Theodore Role. Services at Temple Israel, (125 Pond St., Sharon, MA) on Monday, October 29, 2012 at 10:00 am. Following interment at Sharon Memorial Park, memorial observance will be held at her late residence. In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be made to Temple Israel or the charity of your choice.

Stone-David, Age 67, of North Easton and Humarock, on October 25,2012. For 47 years, the beloved husband of Elaine (Hibel) Stone. Dear son of the late Samuel Stone and Alice (Gay) Stone. Devoted father of Lisa Stone of NYC and Caren Stone of Boston. Dear grandfather of Brooke and Raquel Lutsky. Loving brother of the late George and his wife Carol Stone and the late Richard and his wife Beverly Coan. Also survived by many loving nieces and nephews. Services at Temple Beth Emunah, 479 Torrey St. Brockton on Sunday , October 28 at 12:30 pm. Following the interment at the Pride of Brockton Cemetery, Stoughton, a memorial observance will be at his residence in Humarock, on Sunday until 9pm, Monday and Tuesday 1-5, 7-9 pm. Remembrances may be made to Temple Beth Emunah/Pride of Brockton Cemetery, 479 Torrey St. Brockton, MA 02301 or Lowe Center for Thoracic Oncology, 450 Brookline Ave. Room 1234, Boston, MA 02215. David was the owner Of Brockton Iron and Steel Co., a longtime member of I.S.R.I., Temple Beth Emunah and many other social and charitable organizations.

REINSTEIN, Reva (Horenstein) Of Roslindale, formerly of Randolph, on October 24, 2012. Beloved wife of the late Alexander Reinstein. Devoted mother of Rona and Steven Baker and Lois and Joseph Rosenberg. Dear grandmother of Gary and Natalie Baker, Allison and James Mezzetti and Jay, Jon and Adam Rosenberg. Great-grandmother of Daniel and Lauren Baker. Loving sister of the late Phyllis Shore. Graveside services at Sharon Memorial Park, Sharon on Friday, October 26 at 10:45 am. Memorial observance will be at the home of Steve and Rona Baker on Friday until sundown, Saturday evening, Sunday 1-5 pm. Remembrances may be made to Hebrew Senior Life, 1200 Centre Street, Roslindale, MA 02131.

Marilyn Minevitz, 85, passed away on October 22, 2012. Loving wife of the late Albert Minevitz, devoted mother of Bruce Minevitz of Hingham and Nancy Minevitz of Brookline. Dear grandmother of Ned and Jake Minevitz. Loving sister of the late Carol Harrison and aunt to Bonnie Wheelwright of Andover and Scott Harrison of Quincy. Niece of beloved aunt, Bella Goldstein, of Boston. Dear companion of Leonard Colten of Hull. She found great comfort in the support of her devoted friends Terri Cook, Adrienne Anastos, Lois Panetsos and Ginnie Capo as well as the caring staff of the Harbor House in Hingham where she spent her final years. Marilyn was a graduate of the Beth Israel Hospital School of Nursing, Class of 1949 where she won the Ernestine Spitz Prager Prize. She valiantly inoculated hundreds of school children against polio during the 1950’s epidemic. She later served as a school nurse in her hometown of Hull.
She was an inspiration to her friends – always positive, radiant, and a trusted confidant who could keep a secret and avoid drama. An avid reader, world traveler, and aficionado of a good Broadway musical preceded by a delightful dinner. Interment on Thursday October 25 – 3:00 PM at Hull Village Cemetery will be private. Friends are cordially invited to attend a Celebration of Life gathering on Thursday October 25, 2012 at Tosca, 14 North Street, Hingham from 4:30 to 7:00 PM. Donations in Marilyn’s name may be made to The Beth Israel Hospital Nurses Alumnae Association, 330 Brookline Avenue, Boston, MA 02215

GREENBLATT, Herbert L. “Lenny” of
Stoneham (formerly of Cambridge and Chelsea), October 21,
2012 at age 90. Beloved husband of the late Pearl (Ackerman)
Greenblatt. He is survived by his children:
Debra & Richard Mabel and Daniel & Ginger Greenblatt all of
Burlington, and Phyl & Neil Rubinstein of North Yarmouth, Maine. He is
also survived by his grandchildren:
Scott Mabel and partner Caitlin Whelan, Eva and Michael Smith, Susan
and David Harrington, Donna Greenblatt, Ari Rubinstein and partner
Rachel Bernheim, and Gabriel Rubinstein. He also leaves 4 great
grandchildren as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Graveside
services will be held at Hand in Hand Cemetery, 2690 Centre St. West
Roxbury, 2 p.m. Tuesday, October 23. Shiva will be observed at the
home of Daniel and Ginger Greenblatt through Thursday evening.
Donations in his memory may be sent to either The Salvation Army or
Hospice of the North Shore and Greater Boston.

GREENBLATT, Herbert L. “Lenny” of
Stoneham (formerly of Cambridge and Chelsea), October 21,
2012 at age 90. Beloved husband of the late Pearl (Ackerman)
Greenblatt. He is survived by his children:
Debra & Richard Mabel and Daniel & Ginger Greenblatt all of
Burlington, and Phyl & Neil Rubinstein of North Yarmouth, Maine. He is
also survived by his grandchildren:
Scott Mabel and partner Caitlin Whelan, Eva and Michael Smith, Susan
and David Harrington, Donna Greenblatt, Ari Rubinstein and partner
Rachel Bernheim, and Gabriel Rubinstein. He also leaves 4 great
grandchildren as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Graveside
services will be held at Hand in Hand Cemetery, 2690 Centre St. West
Roxbury, 2 p.m. Tuesday, October 23. Shiva will be observed at the
home of Daniel and Ginger Greenblatt through Thursday evening.
Donations in his memory may be sent to either The Salvation Army or
Hospice of the North Shore and Greater Boston.

PARADISE
MARY J. (SPINA)
Of Belmont, MA, and formerly of Pittsburgh, PA, on October 19, 2012. Death came quietly at home, after a long struggle with Alzheimer’s Disease. Beloved wife of Dr. Jack L. Paradise; loving mother of the late Della (Collins) Moore; and devoted stepmother of Dr. Jan Paradise of Newton, MA, Julia Paradise of Washington, DC, Emily Paradise of Arlington, MA, and the late Daniel Paradise; loving sister of Antonette Colvin of Columbia, SC, and the late Mauro, John, Nicholas, and Frank Spina. Mary was born in Morgantown, WV to Italian immigrants Louise and Pietro Spina on March 1, 1926. At the age of 50, after a career as an administrative assistant, most recently at Montefiore University Hospital, she entered the University of Pittsburgh, later graduating with a degree in art history and American literature. In 1983, as the Cold War continued between the United States and the Soviet Union, Mary led a group of Pittsburgh women in establishing the Pennsylvania chapter of Peace Links, an organization of women led nationally by the wives of U.S. members of Congress and committed to promoting peaceful alternatives to nuclear war. Among those leaders were Teresa Heinz and Joan Specter, wives of then Pennsylvania Senators John Heinz and Arlen Specter. Mary served first as founding president of Pennsylvania Peace Links, and later as a board member until she became ill in 1997. On another front, in 1991 after campaigning with other residents in an unsuccessful bid to prevent demolition of the historic Syria Mosque in Oakland, Mary founded and for several years served as president of the nonprofit organization Preservation Pittsburgh, which continues to the present its mission to preserve and protect historic Pittsburgh architectural landmarks. Apart from her leadership skills and her social consciousness, Mary’s kindness and graciousness were legendary, and will long be remembered by the many friends and associates who enjoyed her hospitality. Interment at West View cemetery, Pittsburgh, PA will be private, but a Memorial Service will be scheduled in the near future. In lieu of flowers, the family encourages donations to UNICEF, www.unicef.org or the Western Pennsylvania Conservancy, www.paconserve.org

Sulkowitch-Anna (Wiesenthal), of Brighton MA, on October 20, 2012. Dear daughter of the late Jacob and Clara (Dressler) Wiesenthal. Devoted mother of Sandra and her husband Harvey Doren, and Linda and her husband Kim Rosenberg. Dear grandmother of Robin Garrison, Mitchell Doren, Alexander Doren, Elise Su, Lainey Rosenberg, and Evan Rosenberg. Proud great-grandmother of Matthew and Rachel Doren, Isabella and Will Garrison, Jake and Sammy Doren, and Jaelin and Noah Su. Loving sister of the late Henry Wiesenthal. Graveside services at Sharon Memorial Park, (120 Canton St., Sharon) on Monday, October 22, 2012 at 10:45 am. Following interment, memorial observance will be held at the home of Harvey and Sandra Doren until 8 pm, and will continue Tuesday until 8 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be made to Temple Beth Avodah, 45 Puddingstone Ln., Newton, MA 02459, or the charity of your choice.

CROSSLEY, Joannie (Rosenburg) Of Wrentham, on Oct. 15, 2012. Beloved wife of Rob Crossley. Dear daughter of Sydney & Dorothy (Saffron) Rosenburg of Hingham, formerly of Newton. Devoted mother of Richard & Helen Crossley. Loving sister of Jerry Rosenburg & his wife Roz of Stoughton, Barry Rosenburg & his wife Linda of Framingham, Robin Gove & her husband Edward of Holliston, a sister more than an inlaw of Susan & Alan Taurrine of Rochester, NH, David Crossley of South Duxbury, VT, Barbara Crossley & Eli Hopkins of Coco Beach, FL, Jean & Dennis Gilbride of Riverside, RI & Erich & Thomas Crossley of Laconia, NH. Daughter in law of Rita Crossley of Laconia, NH. Graveside services at the Center Cemetery, 34 Dedham St., Wrentham, on Thursday, Oct. 18, at 2:30 p.m. Memorial observance will be at the home of Robin & Edward Gove Thursday until 9 p.m.; Friday 2 p.m. to sundown. Remembrances may be made to Dana Farber Breast Cancer Research, 10 Brookline Place West, Brookline, MA 02445.

HYMAN, Michael Of Easton and Mashpee, on October 15, 2012. Beloved husband of Susan (Siegel) Hyman. Dear son of Mae (Goff) Hyman and the late Harry Hyman. Devoted father of Laura Kaufer and her husband David, Steven Hyman and his wife Sherri, David Hyman and his wife Melissa and Ariel Hyman. Dear grandfather of Nathan, Ziporah, Abigail, Olivia, Zachary, Nolan and Camden. Loving brother of Carole Katz and her husband Mike and Tom Hyman and his wife Jeanette. Son in Law of Arlene Siegel. Brother in Law of Sandi and Marvin Fredberg and Lori and Keith Hoffman. Services at Temple Beth Am, 871 North Main Street, Randolph on Wednesday, October 17 at 10 am. Following interment at Baker Street, West Roxbury, memorial observance will be at his residence in Easton on Wednesday until 8 pm, Thursday 12-4, 6-8 pm, Friday 12-4 pm, Sunday and Monday 12-4, 6-8 pm. Remembrances may be made to Adult Brain Tumor Research Fund, Center of Neuro Oncology, Dana Farber Cancer Institute, 450 Brookline Ave., Boston, MA 02215.

Rose Bikash services are strictly private

SHAPIRORuth Gordon Shapiro- Of Palm Beach, Florida, formerly of Boston, MA died peacefully on Sunday, October 14, 2012, at 95, surrounded by her devoted husband and loving family. Born in Chelsea on April 3, 1917 to Dorothy and George Gordon and raised there, Mrs. Shapiro was a 1937 graduate of Wellesley College where she majored in music, a gift she nurtured and embraced her entire life. Mrs. Shapiro’s passions wove together into a tapestry of devotion to giving to underserved communities and programs, and to helping those in need. She and her husband, Carl Shapiro, were a partnership in the truest sense. Dedicated to family and to each other they shared a commitment to philanthropy and supported many of the major cultural, medical and educational institutions in Boston and Palm Beach County, FL. Courageous in the face of long-standing medical challenges, elegant, smart and caring Mrs. Shapiro provided the quiet strength that held her close knit family together. She also inspired her children and grandchildren to support efforts in the areas she held dear: art, music and education. She led by example through the years; as a talented pianist, she volunteered her time to teach underprivileged children at the Longy School of Music of Bard College in Cambridge, Massachusetts. She leaves her beloved husband of 73 years, Carl Shapiro, her daughters Rhonda Zinner (Michael), Ellen Jaffe (Robert) and Linda Waintrup (Daniel), her grandchildren Jennifer Herman (Mark), Jonathan Segal, Steven (Jenna), Michael and Andrew (Allyson) Jaffe, Samantha and Kimberly Strauss, six great grandchildren and her brother Roger Gordon (Naomi). She was predeceased by her sister Audrey Rosenberg (Alan). The organizations that Mr. and Mrs. Shapiro have supported include Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Boston Medical Center, Dana Farber Cancer Institute, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, Boston Symphony Orchestra, the Palm Beach Opera, the Norton Museum of Art and the Kravis Center also in Palm Beach, Wellesley College and Brandeis University to which they made their first contribution in 1950 of $10_all they could afford at the time. “The kitchen table in our home became the family foundation’s board room,” said daughter, Ronny Zinner, “that’s where my parents decided how and where they could make the greatest impact on the lives of others. My sisters and I were blessed to be raised by a father and mother whose values taught us the importance of doing all you can to try and make a difference.” In addition, Mrs. Shapiro and her husband were committed to ameliorating the lives of the disabled and underserved in the Boston area. To that end they funded many community based non-profits devoted to improving the lives and future possibilities for those most in need. In lieu of flowers donations would be most appreciated to the Ruth Gordon Shapiro Museum Directorship Fund, Office of Development, Wellesley College, 106 Central Street, Wellesley, MA 02481; Boston Symphony Orchestra, c/o Development Office, 301 Massachusetts Ave., Boston, MA 02115; Joslin Diabetes Center, c/oMartin Abrahamson Fund, Development Office, One Joslin Place, Boston, MA 02115, or Museum of Fine Arts, c/o Development Office, 465 Huntington Ave., Boston, MA 02115. Services at Temple Israel, 477 Longwood Ave., Boston, MA (Parking on the Riverway) on Tuesday, October 16, 2012, at 12 noon. Following interment at Newton Cemetery, Newton, MA, a memorial Observance will be at the home of Linda and Daniel Waintrup until 8 p.m. Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday2-5,7-9p.m

Hull-Charles (Chuck), of North Dartmouth MA, on October 12, 2012. Beloved husband of Ellen (Finger) Hull. Devoted father of Sarah and her husband David Caruso, and Mike and his wife Mary Hull. Proud grandfather of Jack Caruso. Loving brother of Robin Dizard, Carter Hull, and John Hull. Chuck’s greatest love was his family. He was an avid tennis player, an outdoorsman, and rock wall builder. He will be greatly missed by family and friends. Services at Tifereth Israel Synagogue, 145 Brownell Ave., New Bedford, on Sunday, October 14, 2012 at 1:00 pm. Following interment, memorial observance will be at his late residence until 6 pm, and will continue Monday through Wednesday 2-4 pm and 7-9 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to the New Bedford Jewish Convalescent Home, 200 Hawthorn St., New Bedford, MA 02740, or Tifereth Israel Synagogue, 145 Brownell Ave., New Bedford, MA 02740.

Hull-Charles (Chuck), of North Dartmouth MA, on October 12, 2012. Beloved husband of Ellen (Finger) Hull. Devoted father of Sarah and her husband David Caruso, and Mike and his wife Mary Hull. Proud grandfather of Jack Caruso. Loving brother of Robin Dizard, Carter Hull, and John Hull. Chuck’s greatest love was his family. He was an avid tennis player, an outdoorsman, and rock wall builder. He will be greatly missed by family and friends. Services at Tifereth Israel Synagogue, 145 Brownell Ave., New Bedford, on Sunday, October 14, 2012 at 1:00 pm. Following interment, memorial observance will be at his late residence until 6 pm, and will continue Monday through Wednesday 2-4 pm and 7-9 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to the New Bedford Jewish Convalescent Home, 200 Hawthorn St., New Bedford, MA 02740, or Tifereth Israel Synagogue, 145 Brownell Ave., New Bedford, MA 02740.

Marvin Meyer Cyker of Palm Beach, FL formerly of Boston, on October 12, 2012. Beloved husband of Jenny (Grunberg) Cyker. Devoted father of Elizabeth Barton and her husband Larry, Cindy Braun and her husband Dr. Jeffrey Braun, Frederick Cyker and his wife Nancy, and Hedy Keiderling and her husband Keith. Dear grandfather of Jared, Samantha and Larisa Barton, Alexandra, David, Emily, Harrison and Michael Braun, Sophie and Leo Cyker, Gabriella and Lily Keiderling. Dear brother of the late Michael Cyker and his surviving wife Helen. Dear son of the late Sonia and Louis Cyker. Services at Congregation Mishkan Tefila, 300 Hammond Pond Parkway, Chestnut Hill on Monday October 15, 2012 at 11:00 am. Interment to follow at The Baker St. Cemeteries. Following interment, family will be at The Four Season Hotel, 200 Boylston St., Boston, MA until 5:00 pm.In lieu of flowers remembrances to The Weizmann Insitute of Science, The Marvin Meyer and Jenny Cyker Professorial Chair of Diabetes Research c/o Professor Michael Walker,P.O.Box 26
Rehovoth 76100, Israel

Jay Russell Levitt of Cambridge ,on Oct.9 ,2012.Dear son of Richard and Barbara.
services in New York.

Shirley A.( Askin) Mason, age 90 of Framingham, on October 10, 2012.
Born and raised in Framingham, she was a member of the Framingham High School class of 1939 and graduate of the Framingham State Teachers College class of 1943. She taught at the Roosevelt School in Framingham until 1948 when she and Arthur M. Mason, also a member of the Framingham High School class of 1939, were married. They resided in Framingham and raised their two sons, Dana and Peter, after which she resumed her teaching career and was for many years teaching at the Merriam McCarthy School in Framingham in the then Title 1 program. She was active in Haddassah and Temple Beth Sholom Sisterhood, as well as other community organizations. She is also a founding member of the Danforth Museum in Framingham.
Beloved wife of Judge Arthur M. Mason.Devoted mother of Dana L. Mason and Peter R. Mason and his partner Kenneth N. Getz .Loving sister of the late Maurice Askin,Mark Askin and Ethel Goldfarb and Donald Askin. Services at Temple Beth Sholom,30 Pamela Rd., Framingham on Friday October 12, 2012 at 11:00 am. Following interment at The Framingham-Natick Hebrew Cemetery memorial observance will be at her residence Saturday 7-9pm, Sunday 2-4, 7-9pm. Remembrances in her memory may be made to charity of choice.

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