Archive: October, 2012

Wartow-Ardele, of Chestnut Hill, on October 8, 2012. Dear daughter of Morris and the Late Bess (Schlosberg) Wartow. Loving sister of Linda Wartow of Palm Beach Fl. Services at the Brezniak-Rodman Chapel, 1251 Washington St., Newton (corner of Chestnut St.) on Wednesday, October 10, 2012 at 11 am. Following interment, memorial observance will be held at The Chestnut Hill Towers, 250 Hammond Pond Parkway, until 9 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be made to the National Pancreatic Foundation, Eastern MA Chapter, 101 Federal St., Suite 1900, Boston, MA 02110.

To correspond with Linda Wartow ,2295 South Ocean Blvd. Palm Beach, Fl. 33480

Silverman- Richard B. of Weston, MA on October 8th. Beloved husband of the late Nancy (Levine) Silverman. Devoted father of Stefanie and James Silverman. Dear grandfather of Nili and Phineas. Graveside services at Sharon Memorial Park, Sharon on Wednesday, October 10 at 9:45 am. Following interment, memorial observance will be at his late residence until 2 PM and again in the evening from 5-8 and Thursday evening from 5-8. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to Friends of Tanglewood, 297 West St. Lenox MA 01240 or Lahey Clinics Liver Center 41 Mall Rd., Burlington MA 01805.

Paresky, Joseph Malcom, 85, Family man, of Marblehead MA and formerly of Framingham, and Weston. A World War II veteran, passed away from a slow, rare cancer on October 4, 2012. He was the son of the late Ruth (Singer) and Herbert Paresky and was predeceased by a younger brother, Pete (Perley). Mr. Paresky was a heavy electrical construction materials New England sales representative, and a hobbyist artisan furniture-maker, photographer, and fisherman. He was also a big band trumpet-player.

Loving dad to four sons: CPA and Paresky-Flitt co-owner Lee, (New Yorker) Richie, and Gary, both in sales, and entrepreneur Paul, and mates. Their mother of blessed memory, New York raised Elinor (Wolfe), passed away 40 years ago, after a lengthy battle with cancer. She was a fashion associate with Cyreld’s of Brookline.

Thirty-eight years ago Mr. Paresky married Carol Ann (Spiller) Reines, a writing coach, and adult author he had met in early teen years, and was dear Papa to her four: Drs. Eric and Brandon Reines (Pittsburgh), and daughters: Educator Rachelle Hall and Real Estate Broker and Children’s Author Jeana Kahn, and mates. Also, they share 16 beloved grandchildren, and three great-grandchildren.

Graveside services at Temple Sinai Cemetery, (Danvers, MA), on Sunday, October 7, 2012 at 11:00 am. Following services the family has welcomed friends to a memorial observance at his late residence. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to the American Cancer Society, 30 Speen St., Framingham, MA 01701.

Frances Shirley Kapitt-Of Newton ,on October 4, 2012 .Beloved sister of Sylvia Blinder of Newton Services will be Today October 5 at The Independent Pride of Boston, 776 Baker St. West Roxbury at 3:30 pm.

Goldman-Rita (Schultz), of Boston, formerly of Newton on October 4, 2012. Beloved wife of the late Monte Goldman. Devoted mother of Dr. Stuart Goldman and his wife Christine Franz-Goldman, Mark Goldman and his wife Diane, Alan Goldman and Rebecca DeFranc and her husband William. Dear grandmother of 10 grandchildren and 1 great-grandchild. Loving sister of Lorraine Rudnick, Allen Schultz and Stephen Schultz. Services at Congregation Mishkan Tefila, 300 Hammond Pond Parkway, Chestnut Hill, on Sunday, October 7 at 12 Noon. Following interment at Sharon Memorial Park, Sharon, the family will be at the home of Dr. Stuart and Christine Franz-Goldman, Sunday until 9 pm, Monday and Tuesday 1-4, 6-9 pm. Remembrances may be made to Massachusetts General Hospital, 55 Fruit Street, Boston, MA 02114.

WORCESTER – Raymond Covitz, 90, of Worcester, passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, October 3rd surrounded by his family.
He was born in Worcester, the son of Israel and Lena (Palley) Covitz and was a lifelong resident.
His loving wife, Joyce (Zimmerman) Covitz died in 2006. He leaves his three daughters, Judy B. Lindberg and Kathy R. wife of Kip Harrity, both of Worcester and Norma L. Goldberg of Framingham; four grandchildren, Jessie Lindberg, Rachel Kodra, Philip Harrity and William Harrity; four great grandchildren, Alyssa and Austin Lindberg and Patrick and Benjamin Kodra. He was predeceased by his grandson, Noah Joseph Lindberg and by his sister, Esther Freeman.
Raymond grew up in Worcester and graduated Classical High School. He attended Boston University Business School. He left school to serve as a first Lieutenant in the Air Force, during World War II, flying numerous and dangerous missions in Europe.
After serving his country, he married the love of his life, Joyce and worked with his father in the family tobacco business, Bay State Tobacco Company. One of Raymond’s greatest accomplishments was serving as the National President of the National Candy Wholesalers Association. When the business closed in 1980, he continued to work within the industry at J. Polep Company and AMD of Northbridge, until his retirement in 2009.
Raymond’s interest included reading, playing golf, gardening and watching sports on television.
Although Raymond was quiet in nature, he will be truly missed by all whose lives he touched.
His family would like to extend their appreciation and thanks to all of his doctors, medical staff and aides for their professional and tireless care.
FUNERAL SERVICES will be held at 11 AM, TODAY, FRIDAY, OCTOBER 4TH in TEMPLE EMANUEL, 280 MAY ST., WORCESTER 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 at his residence at 61 Ashmore Rd. through 4 PM Friday, 6:30 PM to 9 PM on Saturday AND 2 PM to 4 PM on Sunday.
Memorial contributions may be made to Camp Sunshine, 35 Acadia Rd., Casco, ME 04015, VNA Care network-Hospice, 120 Thomas St., Worcester 01608 or temple Emanuel, 280 May St., Worcester 01602

Bette Jane (Epstein) Finkelstein of Chestnut Hill, on October 3, 2012. Beloved wife of Dr. Elliot Finkelstein.Devoted mother of Happy Rudnick and her husband Robert,Dr. Macie Finkelstein and her husband Robert Himmel and Andrew Finkelstein and his wife Tirza.Dear grandmother of Max Rudnick,Bennett Himmel,Cobi and Selah Finkelstein.Loving sister of Robert Epstein and his wife Linda,and Elinor Lubin and her late husband Sheldon.Services at Temple Beth Shalom, 670 Highland Ave., Needham on Friday October 5, 2012 at 1:00 pm.Following interment at Sharon Memorial Park, memorial observance will be at the home of Dr. Macie Finkelstein and Robert Himmel 230 Windsor Rd. Newton until 7:00 pm Friday,Saturday 7-9pm,Sunday and Monday 1-5 & 7-9 pm. In lieu of flowers remembrances may be made to Celebration of Life, c/o Hester Hill Schnipper LICSW,Hem/Onc,Shapiro 9, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center,330 Brookline Ave.,Boston, MA 02215 or Diabetes Education and Training Fund Endocrine Division, Boston Children’s Hospital 300 Longwood Ave, Boston 02115.

Martin Allen Goldman,Of Brockton, on Wednesday, October 3, 2012. He is survived by his loving wife, Harriette Doris Goldman, his daughter and husband, Debbie Lynne and Richard Young, his grandchildren, Dara, Jessica, and Justin Young, and his great grandson, Logan Chase Lang. He is also survived by his sister, Elaine L. Matisoff of Randolph, and his nieces and nephews: Ronni Arden Connelly, Jeffrey Michael Levine, Neil and Wendi Levine, and his great nephews and niece, Joshua, Matthew, and Maxine. Graveside services at Sharon Memorial Park, Sharon, on Friday, October 5th at 11:45 a.m. Please enter through the main entrance of the cemetery and follow arrows to the graveside assembly area near the Administration Building. Following interment visitations will be held at the home of Elaine Matisoff, and continuing on Sunday, October 7th 1:00 to 4:00 p.m.; and Tuesday, October 9th 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. Remembrances in Martin’s memory may be made to a charity of your choice or to The Alzheimer’s Association .

Gervich, Ruth October 2, 2012 in Newton, MA. Beloved wife of the late Morris Gervich; dear mother of Don (Linda Corinne) Gervich, Tod (Linda) Gervich and the late Jason Gervich; our dear cousin and friend. Services: Graveside service Sunday, October 7,2012 in St. Louis,MO

Sylvia Shapiro-of Weston on Sept. 30, 2012,Beloved wife of the late Isadore .Devoted mother of Ellen,and Mark.Dear grandmother of Alex, Amy and Andrea.
Private graveside services were held.

Knoff-Leo, age 94, of Allston and Osterville, on October 3, 2012. Dear son of the late Charles and Rebecca (Marcus) Knoff. Beloved husband of the late Helen H. (Greenberg). Devoted dad of Alicia and her companion Roy Danforth of Osterville, Norman J. of Van Nuys, California. Loving grandfather of Alec Marc and his fiancé Dresden of Washington and Simone Rebecca of CA. Dear brother of Lillian Annis of Dedham, Milton of Florida and Max of Ashland. Also survived by dear nieces and nephews. Services at Temple B’Nai Moshe, 1845 Commonwealth Ave., Brighton, on Sunday, October 7 at 12 Noon. Following the interment at Baker St. West Roxbury Cemetery, family and friends are invited to the home of Alicia and Roy in Osterville on Sunday only. Remembrances may be made to Hospice of the Good Shepherd, 2042 Beacon Street, Newton,MA 02468 or to Hospice & Palliative Care of Cape Cod,765 Attucks Lane, Hyannis,MA 02601.

SHUCHAT–Molly. With great sadness we mourn the death on September 26, 2012 of Molly Shuchat, 95, of Jamaica Plain, MA formerly of Deerfield Beach, FL and Bayside, NY. She was the beloved mother of Alan (Alix) and Jeffrey (Jackie); cherished wife to Morris who predeceased her by seven years; adored grandmother of Mark, Allison, Vera, and Jake; and revered great-grandmother to Harry and Xiao-Ling. Molly will be remembered as a treasured teacher of mathematics by her many students.Molly was born in Russia and emigrated to the United States via Canada. She met Morris (Red) when she was fifteen years old. After a five year engagement they were married for sixty-five years. They raised two sons and cared for her mother. They traveled and enjoyed life through their diverse interests: Jewish studies and music; square dancing; shell gathering, Broadway, and opera together; craft work for Red and baking and bridge for Molly. Molly had a musical laugh, an inquisitive and sharp mind, and the ability to be forthright, genuine, and decent. She saw the world through a glass half-filled. Those of us fortunate enough to have loved her and be loved by her will miss her for the rest of our lives.

Marjorie Ruth Harmon, 73, of Langhorne, PA, formerly of Newton, on October 1, 2012. Loving daughter of the late Harold and Florence (Chernis) Harmon. Adored sister of Judy and David Brezniak and Mark and Ellyn Harmon. Marjorie faced her challenges with humor, a positive attitude and a bright smile. She was beloved by her caretakers and all who knew her. Private services were held at Temple Israel Cemetery, Wakefield. There will be no memorial observance. Remembrances in Marjorie’s memory may be made to Woods Services Foundation, PO Box 36, Langhorne, PA 19047.

Kristal- Norman H. of Ponte Vedra Beach, FL on October 3, 2012. Beloved husband of Barbara (Rabin) Kristal. Devoted father of Alan Kristal and Ann Kristal. Loving brother of the late Sylvia Franks. Graveside services at Roxbury Mutual Cemetery, B street, off of Washington St., Woburn MA on Sunday, October 7, 2012 at 11 am. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to the Northeast Florida Community Hospice, 4266 Sunbeam Rd., Jacksonville, FL 32257. Norman was a graduate of Cambridge High and Latin and Dartmouth College class of 1947.

Grossman-Eva A. (Sussman) of Randolph, on October 2, 2012. Beloved wife of the late Bernard A. Grossman. Devoted mother of Sarita Hacohen and her husband Ami of Kibbutz Amir, Israel, Cantor David Grossman and his wife Diane of Boston. Dear grandmother of 9 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren. Loving sister of Armand Sussman and the late Benjamin Sussman. Services under the direction of Brezniak-Rodman Chapel, Newton will be held at Temple Beth Am, 871 N. Main St., Randolph, on Thursday, October 4 at 10:00am. Interment will be in Beth El Cemetery, Baker St., West Roxbury. Following the interment family and friends are invited to return to Temple Beth Am, Randolph and the family will be at the home of Cantor and Mrs. David Grossman, 166 Beacon Street, #3, Boston on Tuesday, October 9 from 1-6 pm. Remembrances may be made to Temple Beth Am, Randolph. Eva was a member of Temple Beth Am and its sisterhood, Hadassah and a member of the Fragment Society.

Sol M. Norman,of Needham, on September 27, 2012. Most beloved husband and best friend of Barbara (Dorfman) Murmes Norman.Beloved father of the late Howard and David. Loving ,devoted friend and step father of Laura Shindler and her husband David, Julie Murmes, Matthew Murmes and his wife Jill, Diane Malloy and her husband Dana. Cherished grandfather of Melissa, Jennifer, Benjamin and Elizabeth Shindler, Jack, Danielle and Andrew Murmes, Dallas and Daisy Malloy. Beloved uncle of Marcia, Randy and Max Markey and Nancy Hughes. Loving brother of the late Morton Norman. Also survived by loving relatives and friends. Services at Temple Sinai, 25 Canton St. Sharon on Sunday Sept. 30, 2012 at 2:00pm.Following interment at Sharon Memorial Park relatives and friends are invited to the residence of Marcia and Randy Markey Sunday only and Monday thru Wednesday at his residence, 2 to 8pm. In lieu of flowers remembrances may be made to Aid For Cancer Research
 P.O. Box 376,
 Newton Centre, MA 02459(info@aidforcancerresearch.org)

DIRECTIONS TO TEMPLE SINAI 25 CANTON ST. SHARON

Drive past the main entrance of Sharon Memorial Park on Dedham St. at the stop sign take a right as soon as you pass under the railroad bridge
the Temple is on the left.

KATZEFF, Louise Of Belmont, formerly of Boca Raton, FL, Brookline, and Boston, passed away on Sept. 24. Born in Boston, Louise was the daughter of Rae and Louis Wagner. An avid pianist, Louise considered a career in music before becoming a homemaker, businessperson as owner of Beacon Secretarial Service in Brookline, and energetic president of her condominium association. She was the beloved wife of the late Morris Katzeff and Charlie Katz; loving mother of Anne Katzeff and her partner Peggy, of Carl Katzeff and his wife Susan, and of Paul Katzeff and his wife Janet; devoted grandmother of Michael; dedicated sister of the late Gloria Sansom and her husband Sandy; and devoted to her many cousins. Family will contact friends about a private commemorative gathering.

Douglas L. Burwick, aka “Dougie Fresh”, 66, of 14 Shepard Lane, Shrewsbury, died on Thursday, September 20th in UMass Memorial Healthcare after an illness.
He leaves his wife of 37 years, Tina (Turpin) Burwick; two sons, Max Burwick of Worcester and Zack Burwick of Boston; two daughters, Leigh wife of Matt Fawcett of Northboro and Jocelyn Burwick of Boston; his mother, Muriel (Kirschner) Burwick of Worcester; two brothers, David Burwick and his wife Robin of Millbury and Carl Burwick of Worcester; and two grandchildren, Ryan and Nate Fawcett. He was predeceased by his brother, Jeffrey N. Burwick.
He was born in Worcester and was a son of the late I. Tutter Burwick and had lived in Shrewsbury the past 37 years.
He graduated from University of Pennsylvania and from Boston University Law School. He was a partner in the law firm of Burwick and Dynice in Leominster. He was on the Executive Board of the Worcester County Bar Association for many years.
He had a unique sense of humor. He was basically a big kid who loved his toys and gadgets. He lived and died by his Boston sports teams. He was a phenominal sports enthusiast. He loved spending time at the Cape with his family. His greatest joy and reasons for fighting his courageous battle against cancer, was to see his grandchildren Ryan and Nate.
FUNERAL SERVICES WILL BE HELD at 1 PM on MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 24TH in TEMPLE SINAI, 661 SALISBURY ST., WORCESTER, 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 Monday Afternoon, September 24th at Temple Sinai, 661 Salisbury St., Worcester.
Memorial contributions may be made to UMNS-Nath Bone Transplant Program, UMASS Medicine Development Office, 333 South St., Shrewbury, MA 01545.

Graveside services at Shara T’Fila Cemetery on Sunday, September 23, 2012 at 11:00 am.

Solomon J Fleishman MD, born in 1915 in Johannesburg South Africa, died peacefully on September 16th at the age of 97. His wife, Thelma (Herberg) Fleishman died in 2008. Dr. Fleishman is survived by his children and their spouses Jonathan and Claire Fleishman of Bonita Springs Florida, David and Ruth Fleishman of West Hartford, Vermont, Judith and Thomas Parker of Okemos, Michigan, and grandchildren Bethany, Anna and Ben Fleishman and Daniel and Gregory Parker.

A member of the Royal College of Physicians, Dr. Fleishman received his medical training at the University of Witwatersrand in Johannesburg and joined the South African Medical Corps during World War II. After the war, he spent two years in London at the Royal Post Graduate Medical School, Hammersmith, as well as the National Heart Hospital, and the Brompton Chest Hospital.

Immigrating to Boston Massachusetts in 1964, he continued his medical career at Tewksbury Hospital, Colombia Point Health Center and the Harvard Community Health Plan. Loved by both his patients and his colleagues, Dr. Fleishman personified professional integrity, compassion, and clinical expertise. Always eager to learn and engage in conversation and discussions, he will be remembered by family and friends for his energy, wit and enthusiasm for life.

A memorial service will be held on Saturday, September 22, 10 a.m. at the Newton Cemetery, 791 Walnut Street, Newton, Massachusetts. Donations in his memory may be made to Doctors without Borders, 333 7th Avenue, 2nd Floor
New York, NY 10001-5004 or at www.doctorswithoutborders.org

Chopp-Attorney Harvey Chopp, of Boston, on Wednesday, September 19, 2012. A scholar, athlete, co-author with Judge Edward G. Daher of the book,”Tenant and Landlord.” Beloved son of the late Julius and Frances ( Landau) Chopp. Dear brother of
 Norma Frank and her husband Daniel. Devoted uncle of Peter Frank, and David Frank and his wife Marissa. Loving great uncle of
 Matthew and Michael Frank. Longtime companion of Ms. Iwona Londo. Graveside services at Or Emet Cemetery, 776 Baker St., West Roxbury, on Monday, September 24, 2012 at 10:30 am. In lieu of flowers remembrances to Laboratory for Cerebellar Neurobiology, MGH Development Office, 55 Fruit St., cpz 600, Boston, MA, 02114 or Barry L. Price Rehabilitation Center, 77 Rowe St. Suite 200, Newton,MA 02466

LEFF, Inman Of Woburn on Sept. 17, 2012. Beloved husband of Mildred (Edwards). Devoted father of Dr. Jordan Leff of Sharon, Sara Antonakos and her husband Sotirios of Andover, Rene Gilbreath of Hopkinton and Thea Leff Yosowitz and her husband Jeffrey of Chicago, IL. Dear grandfather of Tali, Hannah, Brandon and his wife Tasha, Cory, Lila, Kyle, Jacob and Rachel. Loving brother of Mort Leff of FL and Elaine Katz of NY. Services at Temple Emunah, 9 Piper Rd, Lexington on Friday Sept. 21 at 10 a.m. Following the interment at Sharon Memorial Park, memorial observance will be at his residence Friday afternoon, Sunday 11-5 p.m., and on Monday 6-9 p.m. at the home of Dr. Jordan Leff. Remembrances may be made to Temple Emunah, Lexington or to a charity of your choice

Esther (Marcus)LIEBERMAN, Of Newton, formerly of Worcester, age 103.5, on Monday, September 17th. Beloved wife of the late Dr. Harold Lieberman. Devoted mother of Dr. Carl M. Lieberman and his wife Karin and Susan, wife of Dr. Jerry Blaivas of NYC, and cherished grandmother of 8 grandchildren & 13 great-grandchildren. Beloved sister of the late Charlotte and Sylvia. Funeral services will be held at Noon on Thursday, September 20th, in Temple Emanuel, 280 May St., Worcester. Burial will be in B’nai Brith Cemetery, Worcester. Memorial Observance will be held through Thursday evening, September 20th at the residence of Dr. Carl and Karin Lieberman in Newton.

Barbara (Gould)Rubenstein- of Boynton Beach, FL formerly of Cherry Hill, NJ, and always of Nantasket Beach, on September 17, 2012. Beloved wife of the late Sidney Rubenstein. Devoted mother of Mark R. Rubenstein and his wife Lisa, of Stoughton, MA, Lisa B. Jenkins and her husband Paul of Hull, MA and Jeffrey K. Rubenstein of Lake Worth, FL. Proud grandmother of Ashley, Joshua, Brittany, Justin, Melaney, Gregory, and Alexa. Loving sister of Janice Gould and her husband Robert West, Marjorie and her husband Robert Schulman, Jay Gould and his fiancé Sherry McDonald, Dennis Gould, and Jody and her husband Dr. Joel Tsevat. Loving sister-in-law of Judy and her husband Nelson Ship. Barbara is also survived by many loving nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts, uncles, and friends. Services at Temple Sinai, 25 Canton St., Sharon, MA 02067, on Thursday, September 20, 2012 at 1:00 pm. Following interment at Sharon Memorial Park, memorial observance will be at the Rubenstein-Jenkins home until 8 pm, and will continue Friday through Tuesday until sunset. In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be made to The Sidney Rubenstein Math Scholarship Fund, C/O Hingham Institution for Savings, 401 Nantasket Ave., Hull, MA 02045.

Richman-Melvin, of Framingham, MA on September 14, 2012. Beloved husband of the late Josephine (Krupnick) Richman. Devoted father of Robert Richman and his wife Harriet of Northborough, MA, and Ellen S. (Richman) Moura and her husband Duarte of Phoenix, AZ. Loving grandfather of Jennifer Richman and her husband Prasant Ram of Shrewsbury, MA and Erica and her husband Jarred Hunter of Somerville, MA. Proud great-grandfather of Leif Hunter of Somerville, MA. Graveside services at Chevra Tilim of Boston cemetery, Everett, MA on Wednesday, September 19, 2012 at 11:00 am. In lieu of flowers donations in his memory may be made to the American Heart Association, 20 Speen St., Framingham, MA 01701, the Alzheimer’s Association, 311 Arsenal St., Watertown, MA 02472, or the charity of your choice.

KATZ–Pearl, 95,in Belmont,on September 12, 2012. Beloved wife of the late Benjamin Katz and mother of Leonard, aunt and great-aunt, but always a child at heart. Remembrance gathering Friday, 1pm, Plaza Jewish Community Chapel, 630 Amsterdam Ave. at 91st St.New York

GOULD, Marion (Sheff) Age 95, of Dedham, formerly of Brookline on September 13, 2012. Beloved daughter of the late William and Beckie Sheff. Loving wife of the late George Gould. Loving mother of David (Janice ) Gould, Michael (Maureen Stevens) Gould and Robert Gould. Adored grandmother of Gregory (Valerie) Gould and Matthew (Dara Rosen) Gould. Beloved great-grandmother of Molly Rosen and Jacob Gould. Dear sister of Sumner (Joan) Sheff and the late Dorothy ( Sheff) Miller. Dear aunt of Iris (David) Silverman and the late James Miller. Also survived by nephews, nieces, other family and friends. Services at the Stepiner Cemetery, 776 Baker Street, West Roxbury on Sunday, September 16 at 12 Noon. In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to Friends of Hebrew Senior Life, 1200 Centre Street, Boston, MA 02131-0197

Leonard Israel, 90, of 65 Zenith Drive, died in Cape Cod Hospital in Hyannis on Thursday, Sept. 13th.
He leaves his wife of 65 years, Sydell (Tepper) Israel; a son, Mark Israel of South Hadley; two daughters, Judith Israel of Newton and Ellen Israel of Worcester; a brother, Martin Israel of Worcester; a sister, Florence Palmer of Middletown, CT and four grandchildren, Hannah and Benjamin and Alexander and Adam. He was predeceased by a brother, Stanley Israel.
He was a very caring husband, father and grandfather.
He was a home builder of affordable housing and he managed real estate.
He attended Worcester Polytechnic Institute and graduated from Cornell University.
He served in the Marines during World War II in the South Pacific.
He was a member of Temple Emanuel, The Jewish War Veterans, Worcester Probus Club, Rotary Club, and B’Nai Brith. He was an Eagle Scout and had been very active in Boy Scouts throughout the years. He received the Silver Beaver Award.
He was born in Worcester and was a son of Jacob and Sarah (Chase) Israel and was a lifelong resident of Worcester.
Funeral services will be held at 11 AM on SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 16TH 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 for Sunday, September 16th will be announced at the time of the funeral.
Memorial Observance will continue on Tuesday Afternoon, September 18th beginning at 5 PM and on Wednesday Afternoon, September 19th beginning at 3 PM at his residence at 65 Zenith Drive.
Memorial contributions may be made to either the Jewish Healthcare Center at 629 Salisbury St., Worcester 01609…Temple Emanuel, 280 May St., Worcester 01602 or to the charity of the donor’s choice

Wyner-Edith (Paul),on September 11, 2012. Beloved wife of the late Harry Wyner. Devoted mother of Stephen Wyner and the late Howard Wyner. Dear grandmother of Hilary. Loving sister of Hannah Landsman. Services were held. Memorial observance will be omitted. In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to Alzheimer’s Association, 311 Arsenal Street, Watertown, MA 02472.

Berger-Ronald L., of Sharon on September 11, 2012. Beloved husband of Maryann (Michaelson) Berger. Devoted father of Jacquelyn Berger Carroll and her husband Paul J.. Dear grandfather of Joseph Patrick Carroll. Loving brother of Edward Berger and Nancy Wluka and her husband David. Graveside services at Sharon Memorial Park, Sharon on Friday, September 14 at 11:45 am. Memorial observance will be at the home of Nancy and David Wluka, through Sunday evening. Remembrances may be made to Dana Farber Cancer Institute, 10 Brookline Place West, Brookline, MA 02445. Ronald was an avid golfer.

Marvin D. Skolnick- of Randolph, on Sept. 12, 2012.Beloved husband of Gloria (Schlosberg) .Proud father of Seth and his wife Jennifer,Ronald,Corey and his wife Billie, Brett and his wife Rhiannon.Loving grandfather of Evan,Rachel and Cailyn.Loving brother of Frank and his wife Janie.Dear Uncle of Marlene and Gayle and his cousin Sue.Graveside services at Imas-Roxbury Lodge Cemetery, 776 Baker St. West Roxbury on Friday Sept.14, 2012 at 10:00 am.Following services memorial observance will be at the home of Sue Sharrow 15 Thicket St. Randolph until 5:30pm Friday, Saturday sundown until 10:00pm, Sunday 10am to 2pm.In lieu of flowers remembrances may be made to Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, Rhode Island Chapter, in memory of Marvin D. Skolnick ,2350 Post Rd. (Suite 201) Warwick, RI 02886.

Esta Margolis-of Newton, on Sept. 11, 2012, Beloved wife of the late Jon B. Margolis. Devoted mother of Arthur and his wife Claire, Michael and his wife Terri, and Robert Margolis.
Loving sister of Maxene Gray .Esta is survived by many loving nieces and nephews. Graveside services at Sharon Memorial Park (Opposite 41 Dedham St.) Sharon on Wednesday, Sept 12 at 11:45 am. Remembrances to Dana Farber Cancer Institute, 10 Brookline Place West, Brookline, MA 02445

Rosoff-Doris (Cline), of Newton Centre, peacefully at 91 years of age, on September 11, 2012. Loving mother of Sheryl L. Klein and her husband Ron of Southborough; Sharman M. Rosen and her husband Larry of Newton; and Ronald S. Rosoff and his wife Gretchen of Framingham. Loving wife for 58 years to her late husband Stanley. Beloved daughter of the late Hyman and Sadye (Levenson) Cline. Devoted “Ma” of Karen Klein Steinberg (Michael), Scott Klein, Steven Rosen (Lauren), Mark Rosen (Jennifer), Leslie Rosen Silberman (Jason), Jessica Rosoff Katz (Gregg), Thomas Rosoff (Dottie) and Peter Rosoff. She also leaves 14 great-grandchildren. Dear sister of Louise Cline Slotnick and sister in law of the late Alvin Slotnick. Her two brothers ,Daniel (Dorothy) and Penneth (Lucille) pre-deceased her. Also survived by many loving nieces and nephews. Her family would like to thank her two health care companions ,Joy and Leonia, for their years of devoted and loving care. Doris and Stanley were great benefactors to Newton-Wellesley Hospital and the Alzheimer Foundation. They were lifetime members of Temple Emanuel, Newton and its sisterhood, and Hadassah. Doris worked at Harvard School of Public Health. She was an avid Red Sox fan, a knitter and baker, and graduate of Girl’s Latin School and Simmons College. Services at Temple Emanuel, 385 Ward Street, Newton, on Thursday, September 13 at 11 am. Following burial at the Crawford Street Cemetery, Baker Street, West Roxbury, memorial observance will be at the home of Larry and Sharman Rosen, Thursday until 9 pm, Friday 1-4 pm, and Saturday evening. Remembrances may be made to Thoracic Oncology at Dana Farber Cancer Institute, 10 Brookline Place West, Brookline, MA 02445 or to Circle of Caring Hospice, 2042 Beacon Street, Newton, MA 02468

Services at Temple Beth Am, 871 North Main Street, Randolph, MA on Monday, September 10, 2012 at 1 pm. Interment to follow at Bourne Nat’l Cemetery.

Liberman-Milton, of Delray Beach, FL, formerly of Sharon, on September 4, 2012. Beloved husband of Irene (Klein) Liberman. Devoted father of Howard Liberman and his wife Cass of NJ and Phyllis Rowley and her husband Scott of NJ. Dear grandfather of Rebecca, Alida, Sarah and Anne. Graveside services at Sharon Memorial Park, Sharon on Friday, September 7 at 11:45 am. Memorial observance will be at his residence in Delray Beach, FL on Sunday through Tuesday. Remembrances may be made to a charity of your choice.

Lillian ( Litvack) Miller-Of Boston, South Harwich and Palm Beach, FL, on Tuesday September 4, 2012.Beloved wife of Nathan R. Miller. Devoted mother of Barbara Goldstein Sidel and her husband Peter of Palm Beach Gardens , FL. Dear grandmother of Jennifer Lourie and her husband Michael, Wendy Tulman and her husband Justin. Loving great grandmother of Samantha and Maxine Friedman and Rebecca and Douglas Tulman. Dear sister of Lawrence Litvack. Services at Temple Sinai, 25 Canton St., Sharon on Wednesday Sept. 5 at 1:00pm.Following interment at Sharon Memorial Park, memorial observance will be at the home of Jennifer and Michael Lourie until 8:00 pm Wednesday only. In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to a charity of your choice.

Glickstein-Lilian (Polov) of Chestnut Hill, on September 3, 2012. For 69 years the beloved wife of Dr. Milton L. Glickstein. Devoted mother of Betty-Ann Estner of Natick. Loving sister of Rita Isenberg and Helen Goldberg and her husband Melvin, and the late Zelda Frank and Frances Yanes. Also survived by loving Nieces, Nephews, Grand nieces, Grand nephews, Great grand nieces and Great grand nephews. Services at Congregation Mishkan Tefila, 300 Hammond Pond Parkway, Chestnut Hill on Thursday, September 6 at 12 Noon. Following interment at Mishkan Tefila Cemetery, West Roxbury, memorial observance will be held in the Social Hall at her residence until 5 pm and continuing 7-9 pm (Evening Minyan at 7:30 pm), Friday 1-5 pm and Sunday 1-5 pm. Remembrances may be made to the Food Bank at Congregation Mishkan Tefila, or to a charity of your choice.

Bertha Goldstein, 101
WORCESTER – Bertha (Solod) Goldstein, age 101, died on Thursday, August 30th, in Menorah Manor in St. Petersburg, FL.
Her husband Barnet Goldstein died in 1990. She leaves her son, Alden L. Goldstein and his wife Anne of Worcester and a granddaughter Vera wife of Eliot Ginsberg of Riverview, FL. She was predeceased by a brother, Abraham Solod and by a sister, Ceil Bell.
She was born in Worcester, a daughter of John and Vera (Saslow) Solod and lived here for 90 years before living in West Palm Beach, FL for 11 years, moving to St. Petersburg 1 1/2 years ago.
She was a bookkeeper for Mr. B’s Shoes on Mill St. in Worcester for many years.
She was a longtime member of Temple Emanuel and was a life member of the Ladies Auxiliary of the Jewish Healthcare Center.
FUNERAL SERVICES UNDER THE DIRECTION OF RICHARD PERLMAN OF BREZNIAK RODMAN FUNERAL HOME of NEWTON WILL BE PRIVATE.

Ralph I. Sigel, 97, passed away on Monday, August 27 at Jewish Healthcare Hospice after a short illness. Born in Lowell, MA, Ralph was a lifelong Worcester resident.
He was the son of Benjamin David Sigel and Hattie (Perlman) Sigel. Ralph was predeceased by his wife of 50 years, Shirley (Stein) Sigel in 1999; his sister Shirley Cotzin in 2011, and his infant son Richard in 1957. He is survived by his daughter Barbara Strogoff and her husband Joel; his son Alan Sigel and his wife Pam of Millbury; and his son Steven Sigel and his wife Sheryl of Grafton. He is also survived by his four grandchildren: Adam Strogoff and his wife Rachael, Amanda Strogoff and her partner Emily Hayes, Danielle Sigel, and Carly Sigel; and three great-grandchildren: Masho, Avery, and Redeit Strogoff, as well as by a loving extended family. He also leaves a dear friend, Carleen DeBlois.
Ralph graduated from Classical High School and from Northeastern Law School. He paid his way through law school by playing the saxophone in local bands. He was an attorney in Worcester for many years, more than 20 of them as Worcester’s sole Legal Aid lawyer, helping those who could not afford legal representation. He was awarded the St. Thomas More Ecumenical Award in 1974.
Ralph served in the U.S. Army in England and in France during World War II. During that time, one of his most enjoyable duties was to play the saxophone as a member of an Army band, which was created to improve relations between American and British troops in war-torn London.
Ralph was a member of Temple Emanuel, a former member of Rotary, and a former board member of the Family Service Organization of Worcester.
An Eagle Scout, Ralph later used his skills to enhance family camping experiences. He enjoyed swimming, sailing, cooking, and in recent years, painting landscapes. His paintings were displayed at the former Foothills Theater, and his work was also chosen for display at a juried show at the Fitchburg Art Museum. He and his wife Shirley traveled to France and Spain several times to visit museums and to experience new cultures and cuisines. He attended scores of soccer, baseball, and softball games, as well as track meets, to cheer on his children and grandchildren over the years, and he also coached his sons’ little league and Babe Ruth league teams. His greatest joy was to have his extended family gathered around him at his dining room table for a meal or a celebration. He always had a story to share about his life’s adventure.
In 1969 he became the director of the Lawyers’ Reference Service of the Worcester County Bar Association. He was honored by the Worcester County Bar Association in 1976.
For several years he taught at the Summer Sessions at Quinsigamond Community College.
Ralph was loved and respected for his kindness, fairness, and wisdom by those who knew him, and he will be greatly missed.
FUNERAL SERVICES WILL BE HELD at 1 PM on WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 29th 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 Friday Afternoon, August 31st at his residence at 386 May St.
Memorial Contributions may be made to a charity of the donor’s choice or to Temple Emanuel, 280 May St., Worcester 01602

Schmidt-Edith (Straus), age 101, of Newton, MA on August 26, 2012. Beloved wife of the late Dr. Gerhard Schmidt. Devoted mother of Michael Schmidt, and Dr. Milton Schmidt and his wife Homai. Dear grandmother of Eric Schmidt and his girlfriend Analisa Svehaug, and Alice Schmidt and her husband Erik Duerr. Edith passed away peacefully after a brief illness, surrounded by family. A holocaust survivor, she nonetheless maintained an optimistic view of life. An interest in art led her to volunteer at the Museum of Fine Arts. Energetic to the end, she enjoyed scrabble, history and painting. She will be missed. Graveside services at Roxbury Lodge Cemetery, 776 Baker St., West Roxbury, MA on Friday, August 31, 2012 at 2pm. Following services, memorial observance will be held at the home of Dr. Milton Schmidt until 8pm. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her memory to the Scandinavian Living Center, 206 Waltham St., W. Newton, MA 02465.

Ruth E. (Milner) Medlinsky, 93, formerly of 11 Rosewood Drive, died on Sunday, August 26th in Eisenberg Assisted Living Residence.
Her beloved husband of 57 years, Abraham Medlinsky died on August 26th in 2004. She leaves her cherished son, Robert E. Medlinsky of Worcester; a niece, Barbara wife of Nevin Zablotsky of South Hero, VT; a cousin, Merna wife of Edward Siff of Coral Springs, FL and several nieces and nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews, and great grandnieces and great grandnephews. She was predeceased by her brother, Edwin Milner, a bombadier who was killed in World War II, a brother, Gerald Milner and by a sister, Gertrude Neviser.
She was born in Hartford, CT a daughter of Julius and Lena (Greenfield) Milner and had lived in Worcester for 66 years.
She studied fashion illustration at Pratt Institute in Brooklin, NY and for 20 years she was an instructor in oil painting at the YWCA.
She was a member of Temple Emanuel, Worcester Chapter of Hadassah and the Ladies Auxiliary of the Jewish Healthcare Center.
GRAVESIDE FUNERAL SERVICES will be held at 1PM on TUESDAY, AUGUST 28th at 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 announced at the time of the funeral.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Jewish Healthcare Center, 629 Salisbury St., Worcester 01609.

Chiten-Howard C., of West Newton, on August 27, 2012. Beloved husband of Charlotte (Dubinsky). Devoted father of Paul Chiten of Los Angeles, CA and Laurel Chiten of NY. Loving brother of Edwin Chyten of Chestnut Hill and Dr. Alan Chyten of Framingham. Services at the Brezniak-Rodman Chapel, 1251 Washington St. (corner of Chestnut Street) West Newton,on Thursday, August 30 at 12 Noon. Following interment at Sharon Memorial Park,memorial observance will be at his residence on Thursday until 8 pm, Friday 2-5 pm and Sunday 1-5, 7-9 pm. Remembrances may be made to a charity of your choice.

Dinsky-Philip, of Framingham, formerly of Long Island, NY on August 24, 2012. Beloved husband of Terry (Rosenson) Dinsky. Devoted father of Andrew Dinsky and his fiancé Patricia, and Brian Dinsky. Loving brother of Mitzi Graham, Sandi Mayglothling and her husband Neil, and Seth Dinsky and his wife Andrea. Services at the Brezniak-Rodman Chapel, 1251 Washington St. (corner of Chestnut St.), W. Newton, MA on Monday, August 27, 2012 at 1:00 pm. Following services, memorial observance will be held at his residence until 8 pm, and will continue Tuesday and Wednesday 4-8 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to the charity of your choice.

Graveside services will be held at Mount Ararat Cemetery , Framingdale, LI,NY

Greenfield-Barry A., of Delray Beach,FL, formerly of Wayland and Mashpee, suddenly on August 20, 2012. Beloved husband of Nancy (Goldberg) Greenfield. Devoted father of Lisa Koman of Burlington and Andrea Sheiffer and her husband Robert of Needham. Dear grandfather of Natalie Sheiffer, Benjamin Sheiffer and Ashley Koman. Loving brother of Brenda Schwartz. Services at Temple Beth Shalom, 670 Highland Ave.Needham, on Thursday, August 23 at 11:00 am. Following the interment at Sharon Memorial Park, Sharon a memorial observance will be at the home of Andrea and Robert Sheiffer on Thursday until 9 pm, Friday 1pm until sundown and Sunday 2-6 pm. Remembrances may be made to a charity of your choice. Barry was a longtime Fidelity Portfolio Manager, who started the REIT fund. He became a legend in the financial community.

Graveside services will be held at Old Mount Carmel Cemetery, Cypress Hills , NY

Samen-Jonathan L. of Lexington, on August 20, 2012. Beloved husband of Cindy
Samuelson. Devoted father of Joel, Hayley and Maggie. Dear brother of Anita Samen and her husband David Follmer and their children Sarah, Max and Daniel Follmer. Dear brother in law of Debra Samuelson. Also survived by many loving friends. Services at Temple Isaiah, 55 Lincoln St. Lexington on Wednesday August 22, 2012 at 11:00 am. Following interment at Sharon Memorial Park, memorial observance will be held at his residence until 8:00pm Wednesday, Thursday 4-8pm, Friday 4pm till sunset and Saturday Sunset till 9:00pm. In lieu of flowers remembrances may be made to Cancer Vaccine Research Fund/Leukemia Research Program c/o Leah Oko; Development Office, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, 330 Brookline Ave., Boston, MA 02215

Directions to Temple Isaiah 55 Lincoln St. Lexington, MA:

From Interstate 95/128
Take exit 30 RT-2A East
Bear left on Lincoln Street
Temple Isaiah will be on the left

Granims-Saul of Randolph, on August 20, 2012. Beloved husband of Anna Ruth (Saperia) Granims. Devoted father of the late John Granims. Proud grandfather of Michael, Brian, Neil, and his beloved “grand-dog” Simon. Graveside services at Roxbury Lodge Cemetery (Baker St., W. Roxbury), on Thursday, August 23, 2012 at 1:00 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to the Simon C. Fireman House, 640 N. Main St., Randolph, MA 02368.

Fleischer, Gary A. age 53 of Alpharetta Georgia, formerly of Newton MA, on August 16, 2012. Devoted husband of Jennifer and proud father of Joseph and Jordan. He was the beloved son of Aaron and Lois and brother to Andrew (Lauren Fee), Daniel (Valerie), and Liz Rodman (Craig). Fabulous uncle to Jayme, Robyn, Jill, Doug and Ali. Memorial service at Temple Emanuel 385 Ward St. Newton on Tuesday, August 21, 2012 at 10 am. Friends and relatives are invited to the home of Dan and Valerie Fleischer following the service and again from 7-9 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations in Gary’s memory may be made to Alcoholics Anonymous, A.A. World Services, Inc., P.O. Box 459, New York, NY 10163, or the charity of your choice.

Calk- Ruth (Levy) of Newton, on August 14, 2012. Beloved wife of the late Irving Calk. Loving aunt of Charlotte Spiegelman, Malcolm Alter, Harriette Hersch, Alfred Calk, Mimi Calk Gomez-Polacio and the late Sylvia Gilbert. Loving sister of the late Dora Alter, Mollie Levy and Louis Levy. Graveside services at the Beth El Cemetery, 776 Baker Street, West Roxbury, on Friday, August 17 at 11 am. Memorial observance will be omitted. Remembrances may be made to Hadassah-New England, 200 Reservoir St., Suite 103, Needham, MA 02494.